6 VIP Hotels In Davos for WEF
There is hardly a more prestigious event in the world than the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos.
Every January, it puts Switzerland on the global map - again.
It also puts the spotlight on the mountain town that hosts global leaders, CEOs - as well as thought leader wannabes and most likely more than one intelligence officer.
Where do they stay? Where do they meet?
This overview highlights 6 of the most important locations in Davos during WEF.
AlpenGold Hotel
The AlpenGold Hotel in Davos is a 5-star property set above Lake Davos with expansive views of the Alps and a modern alpine interior. Its golden oval shape and distinctive “honeycomb” architechture has given it the name of the Golden Egg.
The AlpenGold comprises about 216 rooms and suites, three restaurants, two bars, extensive spa and wellness facilities, and premium meeting spaces.
The AlpenGold is regularly home to high-level VIP guests attending the World Economic Forum, including presidents of the United States. Its location, relatively removed from the center of the town, makes it a good “getaway” from the general hustle and bustle of the main event.
Steinberger Grand Hotel Belvedere
The Grand Hotel Belvédère, a 5-start location, is one of the oldest and most iconic hotel structures in the European Alps, with a long history of hosting global elites. The hotel features 126 rooms, a full-service spa, indoor pool, gourmet restaurant, and is located just a 3-minute walk from the Davos Congress Centre. It is considered the "spiritual centre" of the WEF, often at the heart of the action during the summit.
Located directly on the Davos Promenade, its perch just above the main thoroughfare, makes its facade a tempting spot for advertising.
The specially-built temporary space in front of the Belvedere regularly hosts the Wall Street Journal Lounge (with prominent branding) and was until recently the preferred location for consultancy PwC and its legendary Wednesday evening party.
Morosani Schweizerhof
The Morosani Schweizerhof is a historic 4-star superior hotel in Davos, Switzerland, known for its timeless elegance, warm hospitality, and deep connections to local tradition.
The hotel features 100 rooms, a fitness and sauna area, an elegant Italian restaurant, a pizzeria, a hotel bar, a large garden, and a separate conference area.
In years past, the Morosani was considered a high-security location for VIP events. It has since lost some of its alure. However, its location directly next to the legendary Pöstli night club still makes it a favourite location of guests and meetings of corporate bigwigs in Davos.
Hotel Seehof
The Hotel Seehof Davos is a 5-star luxury hotel with a rich history dating back to 1869. Located on the north side of the ultra-secure zone surrounding the WEF Congress Centre, the Seehof attracts less traffic and “gawkers” than the Steigenberger or Hotel Europe.
Nevertheless, it is often designated as a secure hotel within the forum’s security perimeter, hosting WEF delegates, officials and side events that require accreditation for controlled access.
Its meeting and banquet rooms — from the flagship Salon Kirchner to smaller salons — become venues for official and unofficial sessions - such as the Longevity Investors Lunch during the WEF week.
Hotel Europe
Hotel Europe Davos is a centrally located 4-star property on the Promenade just a few hundred metres from Davos Platz train station.
It offers 64 bright and stylishly furnished rooms and junior suites with mountain views, along with wellness facilities (indoor pool, sauna, fitness area) as well as the Scala restaurant.
Although much smaller than most other hotels listed here, Hotel Europe is the most centrally located of all, with the exception of the Steigenberger. The stores on either side of the hotel are regularly filled by major corporations such as Nasdaq and Salesforce.
The upper restaurant and lounge are hosts Anthony Scaramucci’s annual wine-tasting and the infamous Piano Bar is the last stop of the night for more low-level functionaries in Davos during WEF.
Berghotel Schatzalp
Hotel Schatzsalp sits high above Davos at ~1 865 m, reached by its own funicular from the town in ~4 minutes.
Originally opened in 1900 as a luxury tuberculosis sanatorium in striking Art Nouveau style, it was converted into a hotel in 1953. The building is listed as Cultural Property of National Significance and retains historic character, panoramic views and classic interior touches.
The property has about 92 rooms with mountain views, several restaurants, lounges and event spaces set within one of Switzerland’s largest private hotel parks.
It has cultural resonance thanks to its connection with Thomas Mann’s The Magic Mountain, and its terrace and lounges are considered among the most impressive in Davos for scenic dining or relaxed conversation.
The Schatzalp also plays host to various events during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting including the famous Swedish Lunch. The area outside Schatzalp has been used as a broadcast hub and discussion venue for thematic side events (e.g., the Arctic Basecamp set-up for climate dialogue and media) during past WEF editions.