Choose the Hotel Hermitage, Switzerland for a memorable holiday in the Val d'Hérens in the Pennine Alps. It’s a reasonably priced Evolène hotel that’s a great base for skiing, mountain climbing, and more. Built in the early 1900s, the Hotel Hermitage has been managed by 4 generations of the Gaspoz family and the original authentic family atmosphere has been kept. It has been recently renovated, and guests enjoy relaxing in the wooded gardens, picnic area, TV room, and bar. The hotel even has a traditional Swiss carnotzet, a cosy, wood-paneled lounge where wine and cheese is served. The hotel is located in the centre of the commune of Evolène, a 5-minute walk from the bus stop. Evolène has a popular Val d'Hérens ski area, and many mountain expeditions start nearby. The major peak in the area is la Dent Blanche (the White Tooth). The nearby village of Arolla is a common stopover on the Haute Route mountain trek between Chamonix and Zermatt. The Hotel Hermitage is approx. 19 km/11.8 miles from Sion, the capital of the Swiss canton of Valais, and the Sion Airport.