Rest or ski? In Experimental Chalet, both, of course.
Once upon a time in a dream city (colored a pristine white when winter comes) called verbier . Over there, in the heart of the Swiss Alps , a hotel opened its doors whose atmosphere made each visitor travel until the beginning of the 20th century. **
Though Experimental Chalet could be the perfect setting for a fantastic story, this wonderful hotel, owned by Experimental Group and opened in 2018 , is located in the previously mentioned coordinates.
And yes, the decor of this Swiss chalet, inspired by great mountain hotels of yesteryear , makes us invade the same nostalgia that led to Manrique to pick up a pen to write "any time passed was better" and Lana del Rey to sing 'Old Money'.
Experimental Chalet, a refuge in the middle of the snow
The architect of this visual spectacle? The designer Fabrizio Casiraghi , who has unleashed his creativity, achieving a perfect tune between this sophisticated accommodation and **the surrounding landscape. **
The contrast of traditional wood paneling with fireplaces and pastel colors welcome us. Once inside, pink tones and intense greens of the Viennese fabrics that dress the instagrammable rooms and suites They will make you not want to leave them.
“Experimental Chalet he has that charm that characterizes all the spaces of the Experimental Group and that makes you feel at home”, They tell us from the hotel.
“It is designed for those looking for a remote place to meditate, as well as for adventurers who find an escape route in the mountains. The Chalet includes everything one needs to rest, enjoy the holidays and come back charged with energy”, they point out.
Large but cozy spaces and a relaxed atmosphere are the essence of this luxurious refuge in the middle of nature , which has 39 rooms -some with jacuzzi and terrace-, a spa (with three treatment rooms, hammam, jacuzzi and solarium ) and a couple of gastronomic proposals.
The decoration is the work of Fabrizio Casiraghi
under the roof of Experimental Chalet , lovers of snow sports will not only be able to find the much-needed chimney heat after an intense day downhill , but they will also be able to regain strength (and enjoy) with the recipes of Gregory Marchand.
The renowned chef of the restaurant Frenchies , awarded with one Michelin star , has reinvented the traditional mountain cuisine with an excellent contemporary touch.
A reception in the purest style of 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'
In this way, in its menu we can find typical dishes of this region, such as rösti, spaetzle, aligot, assiette valaisanne, tartiflette or fish from lakes such as the Arctic char (or arctic char) **accompanied by beurre blanc sauce and broccoli. **
Its tasty pumpkin soup, the ravioli with ricotta, scamorza and sage or grilled guinea fowl are other of his delicious suggestions. “The Chalet welcomes all who want enjoy its gastronomic proposal or relax in the spa, even if they are not staying at the hotel . Yes indeed, under reservation ”, they tell us from Experimental Chalet.
And what better way to rest all these delicacies than with a good digestif at the foot of the fireplace. Their bar, located on the first floor, it's also the perfect spot for **an après-ski cocktail. **
On the other hand, guests who want to extend the evening, can do it downstairs, in **Farm Club, one of the most frequented nightclubs in Verbier.
A cocktail by the fireplace?
“Verbier is one of the most charming cities in the Swiss Alps. This alpine town is the meeting place between the Four Valleys and offers all kinds of activities to enjoy the winter sports ”, comments the hotel team.
Ski in your over 410 kilometers of tracks walk among the Mont-Fort glacier trails , discover the Haut Val de Bagnes nature reserve or simply get caught up in the hotel sheets. Any excuse is good to visit Experimental Chalet.
Let's go!