I can not praise the hotel enough. The location is excellent, picture card views from my room that were breath taking. Warm and comfortable rooms with wifi for the modern traveller. The hotel is not modern but the art deco adds to the charm and feeling of warmth that makes this a great place to stay. The staff are warm, friendly and the restaurant waiters provide really good service.

The resident piano player and large lounge area make for a relaxing place to read or drink with friends.

It offers an excellent location for skiing, is family friendly and I would not hesitate to recommend it.

This summer, my husband and I spent a lot of time traveling around Graubunden. One of the neatest hotels we came across was the Schatzalp.

The hotel dates back to Davos' heyday as a health resort for people with lung problems, but as the city evolved -- becoming a playground for skiers and boarders -- the Schatzalp decided to bypass the modern direction the resort was taking. No need for another uninspired, modern hotel with no character; the Schatzalp clung to the history that made it so desirable and famous in the first place.

The hotel itself sits stately on a sunny terrace 300 meters above Davos, presenting visitors and guests with the most amazing views you could want. The south-facing rooms have giant balconies, and the ground-floor bar and Panorama Restaurant also have stunning views. We made a point to sit out on the terrace with a drink, and catch the afternoon light every day we were there.

The hotel is accessed by a funicular (free for guests), located close to Davos Platz, and near to shops, restaurants, rental places, and the main bus line through town. It's very easy to get to Davos ... with the bonus that once the day is over, you can escape the city's crowds.

Restaurants: We had half-board, and ate in the Panorama Restaurant, which is large, airy and grand. Since it seats hundreds of people, I was worried that the food might suffer ... but no, it was fantastic. Exactly what you would expect to be served in such a beautiful location.

Hotel rooms: Yes, as other reviewers have said, they aren't furnished with the newest amenities. But personally, I can't imagine going to this hotel to sit inside and watch TV. The rooms evoke the charm & feel of turn-of-the-century Davos -- with the added pleasure of heating, showers, etc. (As an aside to the detractors: With its location & views, if the hotel were to upgrade from 3 to 5 stars, many people would struggle to afford it.))

Staff: Lovely. The main entrance was hectic at times, but the staff remained professional and got matters taken care of as quickly as possible.

Other: In the summer, the hotel has an Alpine slide, which was an absolute blast! ... In winter, the hotel has a lit sled run, as well as it's own ski slopes, which are included in a Davos ski pass.

All in all, I think this hotel is a great find and a good deal. As long as you know you are paying for the views and history, you won't be disappointed.

I went for a long weekend in September (2 nights). I had half pension. Service is great of a top quality, really good. Rooms are nice but, as it is a historic hotel, everything is old. The bathroom and beds would need a refurbishment. Breakfast is also good. Dinner was okay, not very expensive but I wouldn't pay more. It's good but not at all a surprising food. I think it is a great place, with a great view, also by night, the sky is impressive, lots of walks, Davos Card is a very good idea (free transport). But a bit expensive (CHF 750 for two for two nights with breakfast and dinner). You can't access by car, it is in the moutain!

This is a wonderful hotel, I found it by accident and have just been back for the second year in a row. Why? Simply because it has a bit of everything and so well done.

An original Art Nouveau hotel the public areas have the relaxed elegance of that period, the rooms hark back to that period so don't expect TV sets and mod cons (they do have free, and fast, Internet), but they are very clean and have everything you may need and more: stunning views. The majority of the rooms have a south-facing terrace, that is a large terrace with loungers and table, a proper terrace to relax and enjoy the vista of the alps.

The public areas have a large terrace where one can relax and take in the sun and view whilst very attentive and friendly staff quietly serve. The restaurants have a superb range of food, all of high quality.

Reached via its own funicular railway the hotel feels like your own private hide-away but with everything you need to hand, or brought quickly to hand. If going by car then book a parking place as you will have to leave it at the bottom and don' put your sat-nav to the hotel address but follow their directions to the lower station.

Davos is a perfect location, the roads through the passes make for superb driving and the most spectacular scenery, around every hairpin bend there is a "Wow!" waiting to appear. For the non-petrol-heads there is more than enough hill walking etc..

I will be going back next year, where better to relax with good food, good wine, great service, and The View!