White Chalet with Spectacular Alpine SceneryN°001
Saint Moritz, Switzerland
From $23,818 per night
Graubunden is Switzerland's largest canton, an alpine expanse of glacial peaks, Romansh villages and storied resorts. Renting a luxury chalet in Graubunden places you within reach of St. Moritz, Davos and Arosa, with private wellness, mountain views and dedicated concierge care across every season.
- Iconic resorts including St. Moritz, Davos and Arosa within one canton
- Ski-in chalets, private spas and panoramic mountain terraces
- Year-round appeal: winter sports plus summer hiking and biking
- A blend of Swiss, Italian and Romansh culture and cuisine
- Concierge service and direct booking with Smiling House
Known forWorld-class ski resorts (St. Moritz, Davos, Arosa), Romansh culture and dramatic alpine scenery
Best time to visitDecember to March for skiing; June to September for hiking and lakes
Nearest airportZurich Airport (ZRH), roughly two to three hours by road or scenic rail
Ideal forCouples, families and groups seeking luxury ski and wellness escapes
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Events not to miss in Graubunden
- Late January
Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz
The world's most prestigious polo tournament on snow is played on the frozen Lake St. Moritz. Champagne tents and mountain glamour at their most concentrated.
- February
White Turf St. Moritz
Thoroughbred horse racing on the frozen lake across three Sundays, a tradition dating to 1907. The skijoring races, with skiers towed behind galloping horses, are unique.
- Second Sunday of March
Engadin Skimarathon
Over ten thousand cross-country skiers race 42 kilometres across the frozen lakes and valley floor of the Engadin. One of the great spectacles of Alpine sport.
- July
Festival da Jazz St. Moritz
International jazz names play intimate rooms such as the historic Dracula Club, plus free open-air stages. A polished soundtrack to the Engadin summer.
Graubunden through the seasons
- Winter (December – April)
Legendary skiing and frozen-lake glamour
St. Moritz, Davos-Klosters, Laax and Lenzerheide deliver some of the Alps' most reliable, sun-blessed skiing, with polo, racing and gourmet addresses between runs. Chalet season at its finest.
- Spring (May – June)
Waterfalls, first hikes and quiet valleys
Snowmelt fills the rivers as the valleys green over. A serene, uncrowded window for spa days and gentle walks before the summer season opens.
- Summer (July – August)
High-Alpine hiking and glittering lakes
Hundreds of kilometres of marked trails, e-biking, sailing on Lake Silvaplana and rides on the UNESCO-listed Bernina railway line. Cool mountain air while the south swelters.
- Autumn (September – November)
The golden larches of the Engadin
In October the Engadin's larch forests turn a famous saturated gold against early-snow peaks. Clear light, empty trails and game season on the menus.
The Area
Graubunden, or Grisons, is Switzerland's largest and most varied canton, stretching from the glaciers of the Engadine to the vineyards of the Italian-speaking south. It is the only canton where three languages meet: German, Italian and Romansh, the latter heard in the Surselva and Engadine valleys. Landscapes shift from the alpine lakes around St. Moritz to the deep forests of the Swiss National Park, the country's oldest reserve. Historic spa towns, painted sgraffito facades and high mountain passes give the region a distinct character. A luxury chalet in Graubunden offers a refined base from which to explore this diversity, combining alpine seclusion with proximity to some of Europe's most celebrated resorts.
Where to Stay
Each Graubunden resort has its own temperament. St. Moritz in the Upper Engadine is glamorous and lake-set, the birthplace of alpine winter tourism and a magnet for discerning travellers. Davos, paired with Klosters, offers vast ski terrain and a cosmopolitan edge sharpened by the World Economic Forum. Arosa, reached by a winding mountain railway, is quieter and family-friendly, while Lenzerheide and Flims-Laax appeal to skiers and freestyle riders. Our curated collection of luxury chalets and villas in Graubunden spans these areas, from ski-in retreats with private wellness suites to village residences within walking distance of restaurants and lifts.
Things to Do
Winter brings world-class skiing and snowboarding across linked domains, plus cross-country trails, the Cresta Run and snow-shoe routes through frozen forests. In summer, the same valleys open to hiking, mountain biking and golf, with the Glacier Express and Bernina Express threading scenic railways past viaducts and glaciers. Wellness is a regional ritual: thermal waters at Scuol and Vals, and spa suites within many chalets. Families enjoy toboggan runs, ice skating on alpine rinks and lake swimming in warmer months. The Swiss National Park offers protected trails for those drawn to wildlife and untouched mountain wilderness.
Dining & Nightlife
Graubunden's table ranges from rustic mountain huts to Michelin-starred dining rooms. In St. Moritz, the historic Chesa Veglia, set in a 17th-century building, serves both classic and contemporary Swiss cuisine. Regional staples such as Bundnerfleisch air-dried beef, capuns, pizzoccheri and fondue feature widely, alongside refined alpine gastronomy in the grand resorts. The St. Moritz Gourmet Festival draws celebrated chefs each winter. Apres-ski is lively in Davos and St. Moritz, where slopeside bars give way to sophisticated cocktail lounges, while Arosa keeps a calmer, mountain-village pace. A private chalet pairs naturally with in-house chef and concierge dining arrangements.
When to Visit
Graubunden is a genuine year-round destination. The ski season runs roughly December to early April, with reliable high-altitude snow around St. Moritz and reduced crowds in January. February peaks for festivities and events. Late spring is quiet and value-driven, ideal before the summer surge. From June to September, hiking, biking and lake swimming come into their own under long alpine days, and the scenic railways are at their most spectacular. Autumn brings golden larches and harvest cuisine. Whatever the season, a luxury chalet provides a warm, private base with the comforts to match the landscape outside.
Getting There
Most visitors arrive via Zurich Airport, around two to three hours from the main resorts by car or rail. The Swiss railway network reaches Graubunden with characteristic precision: trains run to Chur, the cantonal capital, with onward connections to St. Moritz, Davos, Klosters and Arosa, several aboard the celebrated Rhaetian Railway. The Glacier Express and Bernina Express make the journey itself a highlight, crossing UNESCO-listed viaducts. Driving offers flexibility for exploring multiple valleys, though some high passes close in winter. Our concierge team can arrange private transfers, ski passes and equipment so your arrival into the mountains is seamless.