Eringer Hotel

Almost 2 years on from our original planned stay, we finally stayed at the Eringer! We had a lovely stay for my wife's birthday. The hotel is beautiful and the surrounding views are stunning. It helped that there was fresh snow to gaze upon, including a decent down pour whist we were there, which added to the views. The staff were all very friendly in the hotel. We especially appreciated the great service from one of the main bar staff with curly hair (who worked most evenings). The spa was also great and we spent most days in there. Food in the main restaurant was good, service was also decent - although on the Saturday, at almost full occupancy, it did struggle a little. Hopefully, just teething problems. We came not expecting too much, given the issues with our previously planned stays. However, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Yes, there are things that still require improving, but we were there on day 1 of their new season so you would expect most of these things to naturally improve over time. Our only real disappointment was that not everything was open in the hotel (Le Deck, the other restaurant). Whilst appreciating we were there early in the season I did check in to see if everything was fully operational before we travelled. The main thing, would we come back and recommend - I think we would due to the views, decor, spa and friendly staff.

If you want to experience the genuine canton du Valais : avoid it ! The location is gorgeous in the Val d'Hérens, but one does not feel local at all.. it was like being somewhere in Haute Savoie in France.. Disappointing to see that even if new, already lots of details are fading.. it gives an impression of badly managed, with very little care of details.... I don't need luxury, but when I book a hotel that claims to be 4* then I expect 4*... Info : the Spa is not part of the hotel, it's public bathes, not even the same company, despite being at the same place. Personally I also faced errors during check-out : they wanted to invoice more than what was confirmed by e-mail.... One positive note : the room was great, clean and we slept well.