Historic Hotel du Pillon
Historic Hotel du Pillon
About this property
Historic Hotel du Pillon offers panoramic views of the Diablerets Glacier and the Alps. Situated on a south-facing slope, it features a large art collection and offers free WiFi, free private parking, and a big sunbathing terrace. Historic Hotel du Pillon is a 12-minute walk or 2-minute drive away from the village of Les Diablerets. Thanks to its location above the village, it enjoys 1 more hour of sunlight both in the morning and in the evening. The rooms all feature a balcony overlooking the mountains. The restaurant serves traditional Swiss cuisine, Vaudois specialities, and vegetarian dishes. The breakfast buffet is available until 11:00. Historic Hotel du Pillon is located above Les Bovets Station, the last stop of the mountain train before its terminus in Les Diablerets. From June to October, guests of Historic Hotel du Pillon receive a Free Access Card for selected activities.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- John
United Kingdom
“Very welcoming and beautiful location. Amazing local food and wine, will definitely be back. 🥰” - Arthur
Brazil
“The stay was incredible, everyone was very friendly and made us feel right at home. Beds were comfortable and the view is amazing. It is a truly great experience being in a hotel with such history and so close to the mountains. Our pet was also...” - Julia
Luxembourg
“Fabulous location, panoramic views, walkable to town, beautiful walks behind the hotel as well. Really lovely welcoming and friendly hotel.” - Jude
Switzerland
“Amazing service, excellent location and great food!” - Kelly
Switzerland
“The Hotel du Pillon is the perfect get away! It’s a historic hotel located in a quiet area not far from the town, with an amazing staff. It was such a delight to stay here. It’s dog friendly, cozy, and simply lovely. Great restaurant and the owner...” - Timothy
Malta
“A small hotel with a warm personal touch to it all; lots of attention by the owner and staff” - Dk
Kazakhstan
“This hotel is a real gem of Diablerets! Many thanks to Francis for his unrivaled hospitality, thanks to which we felt at home. We were given a tour of the whole hotel, shown around and even given the choice of a room (wow!), it was really great!...” - Alena
Switzerland
“We enjoyed staying at a hotel that doesn’t fit the cookie-cutter mould of hotel chains and that is run by people from the area. We enjoyed our cozy room including the beautiful views from the balcony. The hotel is beautifully maintained and has a...” - Fabrice
France
“Great location, admirable historic hotel run by a wonderful and courageous family. Wandering around on soft slopes is a must, no great distance to reconnect with nature...” - Sarunas
Lithuania
“We had an unforgettable vacation! This historic hotel impressed with its wonderful and cozy interior and the warm welcome and sincere care of the hosts. It is radically different from the usual hotels that you forget after a week. I think we will...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineFrench • International
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Restaurant #2
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Facilities of Historic Hotel du Pillon
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Cleaning products
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
Ski
- Ski schoolAdditional charge
- Ski storage
PetsPets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- ArcheryOff-site
- Live music/performanceAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Temporary art galleries
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Billiards
- Games room
- SkiingOff-site
- Tennis courtOff-site
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- CD player
- DVD player
- Radio
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
InternetWiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingFree private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
- Parking garage
Transport
- Public transport tickets
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Adults only
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Hypoallergenic
- Non-smoking throughout
- Executive lounge access
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Packed lunches
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wellness
- Yoga classes
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- MassageAdditional charge
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- French
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 12 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
The hotel is located 1.5 km from the ski lifts. Please note that there is no shuttle bus or public transportation available! Therefore the hotel suggests to either bring your own car or rent a car for your convenience.
Please note that between December and March you may need snow chains or snow tires for the access road to the hotel.