The Thing Most People Get Wrong About Zermatt Zermatt is often painted as an exclusive ski haven where every room offers a pristine view of the Matterhorn. The reality is more nuanced. Many first-timers assume every hotel in Zermatt provides unobstructed vistas of this iconic peak, only to discover their room faces another building or sits closer to the bustling Bahnhofstrasse than the mountain itself. Even luxury hotels often have mixed views, with some blocked by neighboring structures. The key is to specify your room's exact orientation when booking. Marketing materials tout Matterhorn views, but that doesn't guarantee you'll see [...]