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About the Hotel Reine Victoria

History that lives—style that lasts

History

A house full of art and stories

Since the 1890s, the Hotel Reine Victoria in St. Moritz has combined history, art and hospitality. From aristocratic spa destination to modern 4-star residence, every detail—from Nicolaus Hartmann’s architecture to Antonio De Grada’s ornate ceiling paintings—tells of elegance, culture and unforgettable encounters of times gone by.

The history of the house in pictures

1874-1875

Construction & opening of Hotel Viktoria

The hotel’s history began in 1874: Architect Nicolaus Hartmann lent his signature style to the building, creating not just a hotel, but a new lifestyle for the time. The hotel opened in 1875 under the name Hotel Viktoria.

1896/97

Picturesque by Antonio De Grada

The ceiling design of the lobby and the theater hall is the work of Antonio De Grada, a sought-after artist and decorator of the Swiss upper class, whose works are situated between Art Nouveau, Symbolism and Historicism.

1927

Relocation of the hotel entrance to the north side

In order to meet new comfort standards, the hotel was partially remodeled and the reception area was enlarged. The entrance was moved to the Via Rosatsch side, as there were more parking and access options for tourists.

2015

Takeover of the lease by Laudinella AG

Laudinella AG took over the operation of the hotel as leaseholder.

2022

Acquisition by Laudinella AG

The hotel was sold to a group of investors, Laudinella remained the long-term leaseholder and a minority stake was acquired.

Sustainability

Think green, act smart

We rely on local resources, renewable raw materials, and modern technologies, and we are constantly refining our approaches.

We are Swisstainable.

The Swiss programme brings together businesses and organizations across the entire tourism sector. With our participation, we commit ourselves to continuous sustainable corporate development, pursue measures in the area of sustainability and thus make a concrete contribution to sustainable Swiss tourism.

Heat from cold water

Every lake contains valuable thermal energy—including Lake St. Moritz right here at home. With a modern heat pump, some of this stored energy can be extracted and used as sustainable heating energy. In this way, nature provides us with a large portion of the heating energy we need practically for free: innovative, environmentally friendly, and energy-efficient all at once. We use this method of heat generation in our homes and have thus managed to heat all of our buildings in a carbon-neutral way.

JOIN THE TEAM

Careers with the Laudinella Group

Around 280 people in 9 departments fill our hotels with life, hospitality and a wealth of ideas every day—even behind the scenes. Whether year-round or seasonal: this diversity makes us special and creates space for a wide range of entry opportunities and personal development.

Directions

Your way to us

Your vacation at the Hotel Reine Victoria in St. Moritz starts with your arrival. The Rhaetian Railway (RhB) takes you along the UNESCO World Heritage Albula route, by car you can experience the Julier, Maloja, Albula and Ofen passes, depending on the route you take, or you can treat yourself to the comfortable car transport through the Vereina Tunnel. Spectacular views are guaranteed! Welcome to one of the most beautiful mountain regions in Switzerland.

Arrival by train

Travel safely and easily to the Engadin with SBB. As soon as you board the RhB Glacier Express in Chur, things get exciting: you travel on the UNESCO World Heritage route Albula on the ‘slowest express train in the world’ and enjoy the fabulous view of the incredible natural spectacle of the Swiss Alps. For the best view, secure a seat in the panoramic carriage at the end of the train. To travel even more comfortably, take advantage of theSBB luggage special. Your suitcases will be collected from your home and delivered directly to us.

Arrival by car

All roads lead to the Engadin. Whether from Austria, Italy, Ticino or northern Switzerland. You can easily reach our wonderful high valley through valleys, tunnels and over Alpine passes. In winter, the Julier, Maloja, Ofen and Bernina passes are open for crossing the Alps. In bad weather or when the passes are closed, the Engadin can be reached from the north by RhB car transport through the Vereina tunnel (between Klosters/Selfranga—Sagliains in the Lower Engadin) and from the south through the Munt-la-Schera tunnel. Despite the great anticipation, please don’t forget to pack your snow chains from October onwards!

Arrival by plane

Engadin Airport—Europe’s highest airport in Samedan at 1,707 m above sea level is just 7 kilometers from St. Moritz and can be approached from national and international destinations. A special bonus: the bird’s eye view of the Engadin and the Swiss Alps is an unforgettable experience. The international airports of Zurich, Milan, Innsbruck or Munich can be reached by air cab in under an hour.

Public transportation in the Engadin

The PostBus, the yellow bus with the traditional three-tone horn, is unmistakable and is part of Switzerland’s cultural identity. The leading Swiss bus company takes you safely and reliably to your destination. There is a direct connection to St. Moritz from Chur (via the Julier Pass) and from Lugano (through Italy). In addition, Engadinbus and the RhB will take you to your destination with ease. And best of all: from May to October, the public transport ticket is included for the duration of your stay in our hotels, valid for every booking of two nights or more.

Car sharing in the Engadin

With Mobility car-sharing, you can stay flexible and mobile throughout your stay. Thanks to the numerous locations in St. Moritz and Samedan, you can easily reach destinations in the Engadin and beyond—without needing your own car. The car-sharing service combines perfectly with public transportation and offers an eco-friendly way to explore the region at your own pace. Sign up at www.mobility.ch.