Crans-Montana features two outdoor ice rinks and one covered skating facility, operating December through March with natural and artificial ice surfaces. The main skating area sits at 1,500 meters elevation with mountain views and professional ice maintenance.
Outdoor Natural Ice Rink (Patinoire Naturelle):
Covered Ice Arena (Centre Sportif):
Lake Moubra Natural Ice:
Hotel Royal enjoys an excellent location in downtown Crans-Montana, placing guests close to all resort amenities including the renowned Ycoor ice rink. The hotel’s prime central position provides easy walking access to the Ycoor Centre, which features one of the largest outdoor ice rinks in Switzerland. The Ycoor facility is ideally located in the centre of Crans-Montana and offers modern, high-quality infrastructure for ice skating enthusiasts of all levels. Hotel Royal guests can easily access the outdoor illuminated skating rink, curling hall with three lanes, café with terrace, and the 800m² Place de Montana that serves as a dynamic meeting area. The hotel’s concierge can provide information about ice skating schedules, equipment rental, and special events at the ice rink, while Hotel Royal’s central location makes it convenient for guests to enjoy evening skating sessions under the lights and return quickly to the hotel’s luxury amenities.
Hotel Royal guests can enjoy ice skating opportunities throughout the entire year in Crans-Montana, thanks to both outdoor and indoor facilities. During winter months (November to April, 10am-4pm), the spectacular Ycoor outdoor ice rink operates as one of Switzerland’s largest outdoor skating areas, perfect for families, figure skaters, and ice hockey enthusiasts. The HC Crans-Montana hockey team trains at this facility, adding to the authentic sporting atmosphere. During summer months, the curling hall transforms into an indoor ice rink, ensuring year-round skating opportunities for guests missing winter activities. Both facilities offer equipment rental on-site, with affordable pricing including CHF 5 for children (5-16 years) and CHF 7 for adults. Hotel Royal guests can take advantage of professional skating lessons suitable for all ages and skill levels, while the illuminated outdoor rink allows for enchanting evening skating sessions surrounded by the stunning Alpine setting.
The Ycoor Centre offers Hotel Royal guests a comprehensive winter sports and recreation complex beyond ice skating. The facility features a professional curling hall with three lanes where guests can learn this traditional Swiss sport, while the on-site café with terrace provides perfect refreshment breaks with mountain views. The 800m² Place de Montana hosts numerous celebrations and events throughout the year, creating a vibrant social atmosphere. During summer season, the Ycoor area transforms into a relaxed village square featuring tennis tables, electric cars for children, minigolf course, and the Jardins d’Ycoor (Ycoor’s Gardens) offering peaceful family recreation. The facility includes a children’s playground and Bibi’s entertainment center with crafts, games, and library corner for younger guests. Hotel Royal’s proximity to Ycoor means guests can easily participate in special events, hockey matches, figure skating performances, and seasonal celebrations that make this venue an exciting year-round destination.
Hotel Royal provides the perfect luxury base for ice skating enthusiasts, combining easy access to world-class ice facilities with premium hotel amenities. After exhilarating skating sessions, guests can warm up and relax in Hotel Royal’s comprehensive spa facilities, including sauna, hot tub, and massage treatments that are ideal for recovering from active ice sports. The hotel’s indoor pool offers additional aquatic relaxation, while the sophisticated restaurants provide perfect venues for post-skating dining with hearty Swiss cuisine and warming beverages. Hotel Royal’s central location means guests can easily walk to ice skating activities and return for evening entertainment at the Cadre 32 Lounge Bar, which features live music performances perfect for sharing skating experiences with fellow guests. The hotel’s concierge can arrange ice skating lessons, equipment rental, and provide updates on ice conditions and special events at Ycoor. During winter, Hotel Royal guests enjoy the magical combination of outdoor ice skating under Alpine stars followed by cozy evenings in the hotel’s elegant accommodations with mountain views.
Hotel Royal enjoys an excellent location in downtown Crans-Montana, placing guests close to all resort amenities including the renowned Ycoor ice rink. The hotel’s prime central position provides easy walking access to the Ycoor Centre, which features one of the largest outdoor ice rinks in Switzerland. The Ycoor facility is ideally located in the centre of Crans-Montana and offers modern, high-quality infrastructure for ice skating enthusiasts of all levels. Hotel Royal guests can easily access the outdoor illuminated skating rink, curling hall with three lanes, café with terrace, and the 800m² Place de Montana that serves as a dynamic meeting area. The hotel’s concierge can provide information about ice skating schedules, equipment rental, and special events at the ice rink, while Hotel Royal’s central location makes it convenient for guests to enjoy evening skating sessions under the lights and return quickly to the hotel’s luxury amenities.
Hotel Royal guests can enjoy ice skating opportunities throughout the entire year in Crans-Montana, thanks to both outdoor and indoor facilities. During winter months (November to April, 10am-4pm), the spectacular Ycoor outdoor ice rink operates as one of Switzerland’s largest outdoor skating areas, perfect for families, figure skaters, and ice hockey enthusiasts. The HC Crans-Montana hockey team trains at this facility, adding to the authentic sporting atmosphere. During summer months, the curling hall transforms into an indoor ice rink, ensuring year-round skating opportunities for guests missing winter activities. Both facilities offer equipment rental on-site, with affordable pricing including CHF 5 for children (5-16 years) and CHF 7 for adults. Hotel Royal guests can take advantage of professional skating lessons suitable for all ages and skill levels, while the illuminated outdoor rink allows for enchanting evening skating sessions surrounded by the stunning Alpine setting.
The Ycoor Centre offers Hotel Royal guests a comprehensive winter sports and recreation complex beyond ice skating. The facility features a professional curling hall with three lanes where guests can learn this traditional Swiss sport, while the on-site café with terrace provides perfect refreshment breaks with mountain views. The 800m² Place de Montana hosts numerous celebrations and events throughout the year, creating a vibrant social atmosphere. During summer season, the Ycoor area transforms into a relaxed village square featuring tennis tables, electric cars for children, minigolf course, and the Jardins d’Ycoor (Ycoor’s Gardens) offering peaceful family recreation. The facility includes a children’s playground and Bibi’s entertainment center with crafts, games, and library corner for younger guests. Hotel Royal’s proximity to Ycoor means guests can easily participate in special events, hockey matches, figure skating performances, and seasonal celebrations that make this venue an exciting year-round destination.
Hotel Royal provides the perfect luxury base for ice skating enthusiasts, combining easy access to world-class ice facilities with premium hotel amenities. After exhilarating skating sessions, guests can warm up and relax in Hotel Royal’s comprehensive spa facilities, including sauna, hot tub, and massage treatments that are ideal for recovering from active ice sports. The hotel’s indoor pool offers additional aquatic relaxation, while the sophisticated restaurants provide perfect venues for post-skating dining with hearty Swiss cuisine and warming beverages. Hotel Royal’s central location means guests can easily walk to ice skating activities and return for evening entertainment at the Cadre 32 Lounge Bar, which features live music performances perfect for sharing skating experiences with fellow guests. The hotel’s concierge can arrange ice skating lessons, equipment rental, and provide updates on ice conditions and special events at Ycoor. During winter, Hotel Royal guests enjoy the magical combination of outdoor ice skating under Alpine stars followed by cozy evenings in the hotel’s elegant accommodations with mountain views.
Une expérience unique avec une fondue exceptionnelle dans l'Igloo Royal ! 🧀❄️ L'ambiance est magique, on se sent vraiment transporté. La fondue est délicieuse, avec un fromage fondant à la perfection et des accompagnements savoureux. Un cadre original, cosy et une expérience inoubliable à partager avec des proches. À ne pas manquer ! 👑✨
27.02.2025
Hôtel magnifique , nous avons eu l’offre Qoqa. Le séjour était exceptionnel , le service adorable et très attentionné . Calme et volupté pour cet hôtel , de plus la chambre deluxe était tout simplement magnifique . Le souper également ainsi que le petit déjeuner étaient fabuleux . Mille mercis à l’équipe !
19.02.2025
Ein hervorragendes Hotel. Das Personal und der Service ließen uns keinen Wunsch frei. Alle unsere Erwartungen wurden übertroffen. Tolles Essen!
10.04.2025
Un grand merci à toute l’équipe de pour leur gentillesse et leur attention. Le spa est très agréable et les chambres confortables! A refaire !
05.01.2025
Nous avons passé 4 nuits et tout était parfait. Un personnel souriant, très avenant. Avec mon mari nous reviendrons c’est certain. Nous avons apprécié l’acceptation des chiens ce qui devient rare. Merci l’hôtel Royal!
12.10..2025
Un hôtel très joli et bourré de charme. Rien de clinquant mais c’est sobre, discret et toujours délicat. Le spa est agréable avec hammam et sauna au sous sol, …
01.08..2021
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