HOTELS Hotel La Claustra - Former Army Fortress In The Swiss Alps

Hotel La Claustra - Former Army Fortress In The Swiss Alps

Location:

Airolo Switzerland West Europe
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Forget about simply visiting the Swiss Alps; now, you can stay in a former army fortress nestled within the mountain's rocky face.

La Claustra in Switzerland is a treasure trove of discovery and uniqueness extended over an area of 43,056 square feet (4,000 square meters).

Here you will find an atmosphere like no other place. Be sure to split your time between soaks in a Jacuzzi bath, meals in a grand dining ambiance, and views of the pristine greenery and slate grays rock formations of the Swiss Alps. Of course, you can also enjoy the scenery of the seasonal pool.

If you are seeking a getaway to accommodations encompassing Europe's natural beauty and the extraordinary, then La Claustra is the ideal blend.

Great wine, delectable food, and a cozy environment await you - if you are not afraid to stay underground - all with the allure of being housed in a one-of-a-kind mountain resort!

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Hotel La Claustra in the Swiss Alps

Today, the decommissioned artillery bunker under the Gotthard Pass is home to a quirky Swiss hotel.

Hotel La Claustra main gate entrance

It's also a short drive from the world-class mountain road, Furka Pass, where the now abandoned but still iconic Hotel Belvédère Rhonegletscher stands.

Hotel La Claustra catacomb

If you like to be surrounded by reminiscent of military activity and are not afraid of dark tunnels under the weight of the Swiss Alps, then this is a place for you.

Hotel La Claustra cave interior
Hotel La Claustra dining room
Hotel La Claustra dining room and lounge

Photo by FJMeier

Hotel La Claustra lounge chairs
Hotel La Claustra cave room

The Claustra Hotel has 17 individually designed cave rooms with cold and hot water sourced from fresh springs.

Hotel La Claustra corridor
Hotel La Claustra spa
Hotel La Claustra spa bath

The hotel has hot tubs filled with mineral water in its cave spa rooms.

Hotel La Claustra and Swiss Alps

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PRICE FROM $406


Via S. Gottardo, 6780 Airolo, Switzerland


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