This friendly family-run chalet on the hill in Fiesch is a good place to stay. Very reasonable rates are complemented by pleasant rooms, good accessibility to the cable car station, and a top on-site pizzeria and restaurant. Eating is both inside and out on a lovely terrace.
Fiescherhof Hotel
Valais
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