Kronenhof guest directory
Dear Guest
Welcome to Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina.
We are delighted to welcome you here, at the foot of the Bernina massif, amid the Engadin. The following guide, listed from A–Z, holds the most important information for your stay.
Should you have any further questions, the hotel team is at your disposal at all times.
We wish you a restful stay.
Your team at Grand Hotel Kronenhof Pontresina
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ADAPTERS
The electrical sockets in Switzerland run at 220 Volts / 50 Hz. An adapter is available at the front desk against a deposit. 3216.
ALLERGIES
Our housekeeping team is glad to provide anti-allergy pillows and blankets. 3220.
ATTIRE
Grand Hotel Kronenhof maintains its style, including in matters of attire: gentlemen are asked to wear a jacket or suit for dinner in the Grand Restaurant. The dress code at the Kronenstübli is smart casual.
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BABYSITTING / BABY MONITOR
We are happy to arrange a private babysitter upon request. Please let the front desk team know your requirements as early as possible. 3216. Baby monitors and further baby items are available from our housekeeping team. 3220.
BAR
For detailed information, please refer to the separate “Food & Drink” brochure.
BATHROBE
A bathrobe for complimentary use is provided in your room. Please leave your bathrobe in the room after use or upon departure. A fee will be charged in case of loss. If you wish to purchase a bathrobe, please contact our housekeeping team. 3220.
BED LINEN
Your bed linen is changed every third day. Should you wish for an earlier change, please place the fleece ibex on your bed or contact our housekeeping team. 3220. Additional down and wool blankets are also available on request from our housekeeping team.
BICYCLES (SUMMER)
The hotel offers electric bicycles (e-bikes) to guests for a fee. To reserve or hire an e-bike, please contact the concierge. 3213. Guests’ own bicycles can be safely stored in the hotel’s bicycle room.
BIKES → See Bicycles
BILLIARDS
A billiards table for complimentary use is available next to our Fumoir, on the ground floor.
BOBSLEIGH RUN (WINTER)
The grounds of the Kulm Hotel are home to the world’s only natural ice Olympic bobsleigh run, together with the St. Moritz Bob Club. If you would like to experience a guest run yourself, please contact the concierge team. 3213.
BOWLING ALLEY (La Court Bowling)
Our historic bowling alley is available free of charge, subject to availability. Please note that, due to noise levels, bowling is permitted until 22:00. Drinks can be ordered at the hotel bar. Please register at the front desk. 3216.
BREAKFAST
Our generous breakfast buffet is served from 07:00 to 11:00 in the Grand Restaurant. If you would like to have breakfast in your room (07:00 to 11:00), please hang the order card, found in this folder, outside your door the evening before by 01:00 at the latest, or contact room service directly. A service charge applies per order. 3245.
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CAR HIRE, REPAIRS & VALETING
Several car hire agencies are located in St. Moritz. Our concierge is glad to help and put you in touch. 3213.
CELEBRATIONS
Would you like to host a festive occasion, large or small? Nine different rooms (from 4 to 270 people) are available in our house for any type of event. Our event team is glad to advise you. 3235.
CHECK-OUT
We kindly ask you to vacate your room by 12:00 on the day of departure. Please contact our concierge for luggage collection. 3213.
CHILDREN
On floor B2 you will find our Krönchen Kids Club. Children aged three and above are cared for by our qualified staff and are in good hands during play, arts and crafts, and other activities. Our Kids Club is equipped with a range of play facilities, including a climbing wall, arts and crafts corner, and a soft-play area for toddlers. Table football, pinball, games consoles and computers are available for teenagers. Please refer to the weekly programme for exact opening hours, or ask our front desk team.
Dinner at the Kids Restaurant
Our Rondelle Kids Restaurant generally offers a supervised dinner with a special children’s menu from Tuesday to Sunday at 18:30. Orders can be placed with our staff by 17:00 the same day on 3271.
Swimming at the Kronenhof Spa
A children’s water world with a slide and water games awaits young guests at the Kronenhof Spa. Please note that children under two years must wear swim nappies, and that the whirlpool is reserved for guests aged 14 and above, and the sauna area for guests aged 16 and above.
Baby Equipment
Our housekeeping team keeps a range of baby items on hand, including baby monitors, bottle warmers, kettles, baby baths, potties, changing mats and more. Please contact housekeeping. 3220.
CONCIERGE
Our concierge team is at your disposal for information of any kind. It arranges flight or rail tickets, sleigh rides, excursions, taxis, horse-drawn carriages, restaurant reservations and much more. It also arranges private instructors for skiing, snowboarding, tennis or golf, among other activities. 3213.
CRESTA RUN (WINTER)
The Cresta Run is located on the grounds of the Kulm Hotel St. Moritz. If you would like to experience the thrill of a high-speed run, please contact the concierge. 3213.
CURRENCY EXCHANGE
At the front desk, foreign currencies (EUR, USD) can be exchanged into CHF at the current daily rate, for a fee.
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DINE AROUND
As part of half board, we offer, together with our sister hotel Kulm Hotel St. Moritz and our partner establishments, the Corvatsch/Furtschellas and Diavolezza/Lagalb mountain railways, the largest Dine Around selection in the Engadin, with up to 13 restaurants in total. For detailed information, please refer to the separate “Food & Drink” brochure.
DOCTORS
General practitioner: Dr L. Campell, Pontresina +41 81 842 62 68
Dentist: Dr S. Trabold, St. Moritz +41 81 833 73 73 Klinik Gut, St. Moritz +41 81 836 34 34
Spital Oberengadin, Samedan +41 81 851 81 11
For appointments or emergencies, our concierge is glad to assist. 3213.
DOGS AND SMALL PETS
We ask for your understanding that animals are not permitted in our restaurants or the wellness area, and must be kept on a lead throughout the hotel. On request, our concierge can arrange a private pet sitter for a fee. 3213.
DRESS CODE
For detailed information, please refer to the separate “Food & Drink” brochure.
DRY CLEANING → See Laundry
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EXCURSIONS
We offer a varied guest programme both in the hotel and in the surrounding area. Please refer to our recommendations in the weekly programme, or ask our concierge team for advice on 3213. Lunch packages can be ordered at the front desk (by 21:00 the evening before). 3216.
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FIRE / EMERGENCY
Our hotel is equipped with a fire alarm system. All guest rooms and public areas are fitted with smoke detectors. The detectors in your room are sensitive and may also be triggered by burning candles or incense. In the event of a fire, please do not open the windows or use the lifts, remain calm, and follow the instructions of our staff. A plan of your current location and the nearest escape route can be found in the wardrobe or on the door of your room. Please follow the green signs to the nearest emergency exit.
FITNESS → See Spa
FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS
Our florist team fulfils every decoration request: from bouquets and arrangements to complete room decoration for your wedding, family celebration, or corporate event. 3213.
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GARAGE
Our underground car park with direct hotel access is available for a mandatory fee. Upon arrival, the concierge will assign you a personal parking space. We kindly ask you to use only this designated space during your stay. A complimentary parking service is also offered by the hotel; simply leave your car key at the front desk. If you prefer to park in the garage yourself, our concierge is glad to provide the necessary information. 3213.
GOLF (SUMMER)
Grand Hotel Kronenhof is a member of the Engadin Golf Hotels. You receive a 20% discount on Green Fees at the 18-hole golf courses in Samedan and Zuoz. The 9-hole Kulm Golf Course at our sister hotel Kulm Hotel St. Moritz, as well as use of the driving range, are complimentary. Our concierge is glad to arrange tee times for you. 3213.
GRAND RESTAURANT
For detailed information, please refer to the separate “Food & Drink” brochure.
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HAIRDRESSER
Our concierge is glad to inform you about salons in Pontresina and arrange appointments on your behalf. 3213.
HALF BOARD
For detailed information, please refer to the separate “Food & Drink” brochure.
HOTEL LOBBY
For detailed information, please refer to the separate “Food & Drink” brochure.
HUMIDIFIER
At an altitude of 1’805 m a.s.l., the air can be dry, particularly in winter. Should this cause any discomfort, especially when sleeping, our housekeeping team is glad to provide a humidifier for your room. 3220.
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ICE SKATING (WINTER)
Weather permitting, we offer a natural ice rink in front of our historic Pavillon. Skates are available free of charge from our Pavillon team. The Kulm Hotel ice rink in St. Moritz is also available to you free of charge. It is located between our sister hotel Kulm Hotel St. Moritz and the restaurant Chesa al Parc. Lessons for beginners are available for a fee. Skates can be hired on site. For further information, please contact the concierge. 3213.
INTERNET
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The network is named «Kronenhof». Please contact front desk if you require assistance connecting. 3216. We are also glad to print documents for you at the front desk.
IRONING SERVICE → See Laundry
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KRONENSTÜBLI
For detailed information, please refer to the separate “Food & Drink” brochure.
KULM HOTEL ST. MORITZ
Kulm Hotel St. Moritz is the sister hotel of Grand Hotel Kronenhof. Located in the centre of the village of St. Moritz, it offers wonderful views over Lake St. Moritz. As a guest of Grand Hotel Kronenhof, you have access to a range of the hotel’s offerings, from its restaurants to the complimentary use of the Kulm Golf Course, tennis courts and ice rink. front desk is glad to inform you of your options. 3216.
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LAUNDRY & IRONING SERVICE / DRY CLEANING Laundry lists and bags are found in your wardrobe. The laundry service operates Monday to Saturday.
Laundry service standard service: items handed in before 10:00 are returned by 19:00 the following day. Express service: 50% surcharge. Items handed in before 10:00 are returned by 19:00 the same day.
Ironing service standard service: items handed in before 10:00 are returned by 21:00 the same day. Express service: 50% surcharge. Items handed in between 07:00 and 21:00 are returned within three hours.
Dry cleaning standard service (external, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays): items handed in before 10:00 are returned by 19:00 the following day. Express service: 50% surcharge. Items handed in before 10:00 are returned by 19:00 the same day.
LOST PROPERTY
Items found are kept by our housekeeping team. 3220.
LUGGAGE
The concierge arranges luggage transport on arrival and departure, as well as for your journey to the station. We are also glad to store your luggage, whether ski clothing, ski boots, skis or other items, during your stay and, on request and for a fee, until your next stay. Please contact the concierge for arrangements. 3213.
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MEETINGS → See Celebrations
MINIBAR
The minibar is included and stocked with a selection of soft drinks and snacks. A complimentary bottle of mineral water per person is placed in your room upon arrival and during daily turndown service. For further drink requests, please contact room service. 3245.
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NEWSPAPERS
Current daily newspapers are available to read each morning during breakfast hours in the Grand Restaurant. After breakfast, newspapers can be found in the Lobby Lounge. Our concierge is glad to arrange your personal newspaper of choice, for a fee, delivered to your door from 08:00. 3213.
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PHARMACY
The Roseg Pharmacy in Pontresina is a five-minute walk from the hotel, reachable directly on +41 81 842 82 06. For further information or errands, please contact the concierge team on 3213. Please note that the hotel is not permitted to dispense medication to guests.
PILLOWS
A restful night’s sleep matters to us. Our housekeeping team also keeps a wide selection of support, neck and comfort pillows on hand. A pillow menu can be found on your bedside table. 3220.
POST / MESSAGES
Incoming and outgoing post is handled by our concierge. 3213.
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RAILWAY STATION
Pontresina railway station is a 15-minute walk from the hotel. We are glad to offer complimentary transfers to Pontresina station on arrival and departure days. Please contact our concierge in advance to arrange this service. 3213.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
The Protestant Church San Niculò is located directly above the hotel; the Catholic Church San Spiert, opposite the Hotel Schweizerhof, is approximately a seven-minute walk from the Kronenhof. Our concierge is glad to inform you of current service times. 3213.
RESTAURANTS
For detailed information, please refer to the separate “Food & Drink” brochure.
ROOM CLEANING
Daily room cleaning takes place between 08:00 and 16:00. Please inform housekeeping should you wish your room prepared outside these hours. 3220. Between 18:30 and 21:00 in the evening, we prepare your room for the night.
ROOM SERVICE
Room service serves breakfast from 07:00 to 11:00, as well as further food and drinks from 11:00 to 23:00, in your room. A service charge applies per order. 3245. View the menu.
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SAFE
The safe in your room is insured up to a value of CHF 10’000 for valuables, including cash. Larger safety deposit boxes are available at the front desk. The hotel accepts no liability for valuables not kept in the safe. Please leave the safe open upon departure.
SEWING KIT
A sewing kit can be found in your wardrobe. Our housekeeping team is also glad to offer a sewing service. 3220.
SHOE SHINE SERVICE
Please place your shoes outside your door by 01:00 in the evening. They will be cleaned and polished, ready for you the following morning. Should you require shoe cleaning during the day, please contact our housekeeping team. 3220.
SHUTTLE BUS
During the winter season, we offer complimentary shuttles on our hotel buses, according to our schedule, to Celerina for the Marguns/Corviglia ski area, as well as to the Diavolezza valley station. Exact times are available at the front desk. We kindly ask you to register with the concierge in good time (preferably the evening before) to avoid waiting. 3213.
SKIING
350 kilometres of superbly groomed pistes and 200 kilometres of cross-country trails await you. Just ten minutes from the hotel are the Corviglia and Diavolezza ski areas, served by our complimentary shuttle service. Ski passes can be arranged by our Front desk team. 3216. Our concierge is glad to arrange a private ski instructor for adults or children. The renowned Pontresina Ski School is just a short walk from the hotel. 3213. Ski equipment can conveniently be hired from our partner nearby. Please contact our concierge for details. 3213.
SKI ROOM
Skis and ski boots can be safely stored in our ski room. Each room has its own dedicated locker. Access is possible both via the courtyard and from the second floor.
SMOKING
Smoking of cigarettes and cigars is permitted in our Kronenhof Fumoir. Cigarettes and fine cigars can be purchased at the bar, where a wide selection of drinks is also served.
SPA
Pool and wellness area
Access to the wellness area is on floor B1. The pool area, with indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, children’s pool, brine grotto, steam bath, sauna area, Kneipp foot path and relaxation room, is open from 07:00 to 20:00. Towels are available in the pool area. Changing rooms and lockable clothing lockers are provided. You are welcome to enter the pool area in the bathrobe and slippers provided in your room.
Treatments
Our professional team creates a personal programme for you, with massages, hydrojet massage baths, body wraps and beauty treatments. For detailed information, please refer to the separate brochure. For treatment bookings and consultations, the Spa team is available at the Spa front desk from 09:00 to 20:00.
Private spa suite
The private spa suite is available for two, with jacuzzi and waterbed. A regenerating body scrub in the steam bath, fresh fruit, snacks and a glass of Champagne complete the experience. The team at the Spa front desk is glad to take your reservation. 3276.
Fitness
The fitness room is equipped with modern equipment. Professionally trained staff conduct indoor and outdoor personal training sessions and group classes. Sports clothing and indoor sports shoes are required to use the fitness room. Open from 07:00 to 20:00. 3276.
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TELEPHONE
All rooms are equipped with a direct-dial telephone. For an outside line, please dial “0”. The main internal departments can be reached via speed-dial on your telephone. To call another room, dial “7” followed by the desired three-digit room number.
TENNIS AT KULM PARK (SUMMER)
The tennis courts of our sister hotel Kulm Hotel St. Moritz are available to you free of charge during the summer season. They are located at the restaurant Chesa al Parc, at the entrance to Kulm Park. Tennis lessons can be booked for a fee. Information and court reservations through the concierge. 3213.
TOILETRIES
Please contact housekeeping should you require toiletries such as a toothbrush, razor, comb and others. 3220.
TRANSFER / TAXI
We offer a complimentary transfer in our hotel limousine to and from Pontresina railway station. Subject to availability and for a fee, we also offer transfers to other destinations. 3213.
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WAKE-UP CALL
Should you wish for a personal wake-up call, please contact front desk. 3216.
WELLNESS → See Spa