Crans Ambassador is a 5-star luxury hotel positioned slope-side above Montana. Its 56 rooms and suites feature contemporary alpine design (think glass walls and warm wood) and come with balconies overlooking the Alps. A highlight is the 1,300 m² Spa Nescens – the largest in Crans-Montana – boasting a glass-walled indoor pool, panoramic outdoor deck, multiple saunas, and wellness treatments. Dining options include La Muña and a brasserie lounge with a sun terrace for après-ski.

Prices: Rooms typically range CHF 400–800+ per night (low vs. high season).

Getting There: Situated near Cry d’Er base station in Montana. It’s a 10-minute walk or 3-minute taxi from the Montana funicular station; underground parking is available (private garage CHF 10/night).

Seasonality: Generally open for winter and summer seasons; closes during off-season weeks in spring (e.g. May) and autumn (late Oct–Nov).

Practical Tips: The hotel’s ski concierge can arrange your ski passes and equipment rental. In summer, borrow their e-bikes to explore. Families appreciate the larger “Cocoon” rooms with bunk beds and the children’s pool times.