Are you looking for a family hotel in Switzerland? A hotel or resort in Switzerland that offers something for everyone, such as adventure, sports, relaxation, fine dining, wellness? A Swiss family hotel that also takes care of the topic – sustainability in the tourism industry?
Well, say hello to the – Family Hotel Rocksresort in Laax. A designer urban style hotel which is part of the Design Hotels Group.
The Rocksresort in Laax offers a family holiday where really everything has been thought of and literally everything is right on your doorstep.
Their slogan is “Viva – Life, relax enjoy!” And this is what the Rocksresort in Laax stands for.
An Urban vibe mixed with nature in perfect harmony.
But not only is the Rocksresort in Laax, a cool family hotel where everybody will be happy, the resort also holds the title of – World’s Best Green Ski Hotel 2017 to 2023.
Where is the Rocksresort in Laax & how to get there?
The Rocksresort is situated within the well known alpine trio of Flims -Laax and Falera, the adventure sports resorts.
From Chur, the capital city of Graubünden, and also Switzerland’s oldest city, you can reach the resort in a 30 minutes’ drive by car.
There are no train connections to Flims -Laax- Falera but the post bus service is covering the area well and in around 50 minutes you can get to the resort from Chur.
Guests travelling from Valais can enjoy a drive over the Oberalppass from Andermatt to Sedrun and then following the Surselva Valley all the way to Flims -Laax.
By train from Andermatt, you will board the Matterhorn-Gotthardbahn and travel to Disentis. In Disentis change to the bus service to reach Flims- Laax.
You will find the urban Rocksresort in the outskirts of Laax village at the Murschetg Station. (Via Murschetg 15)
Once at the resort it is easy to move around as every guest has free access to the frequent in-resort shuttles which connect the three areas, and at the end of their schedule the yellow post buses will take over (mainly at night) Check the time table
Or bring your bike! This is by far the best way to head to Flims. An easy ride along the safe and dedicated bike route which departs from the Rocksresort. It takes less than 15min to cycle between the two villages – Flims and Laax and is perfect for families.
What you will find at the Family Rocksresort in Laax
The Rocksresort design hotel is made up of a series of cool, urban and modern streamlined granite and wood buildings each containing apartments and hotel rooms of different sizes.
You can choose anything from a simple double room to the 8 persons family apartment and some even come with a steam room! Perfect for relaxation at the end of a ski day in Laax.
The design is minimalistic chic with a high standard of quality.
The self-catered apartments all come with an equipped kitchen, ample storage space and with their large windows there is plenty of light and views.
Parking facilities are in a large underground parking garage, where you will also be able to store your bikes (and ski’s during a winter stay in Laax).
Travel Tip: If you have young children and still like to have an eye on them whilst they are on the pump track, book an appartment at the Rocksresort in the Cauma building facing the pump track. Not only can you see down over the whole place, the kids will also love to see whats going on at their favourite place at Rocksresort – the pump track and skate park when they are not on it
Good to know: The hotel double bedrooms do not have any cooking facilities nor are you able to make a coffee or tea, but there are plenty of places to eat or drink within the resort. And because all the restaurants and bars are scattered around the skatepark and pump track, you can sit down and enjoy a cup of tea or an aperitif whilst the kids are getting better and better on their scooters or skateboards.
Selfe catered at the Rocksresort in Laax
You’ll find everything you need at the resort. A bakery, a small Volg supermarket, bike & scooter rental, (ski & board rental during winter) sports shop, laundry facilities, and of course plenty of adventure sports activities, but more on this below.
The close proximity to the cable car and connections to the surrounding villages make it super easy to go and be adventurous.
Dining at the Rocksresort
Even if you are staying in a fully equipped apartment you have the choice of dining at no less than six different restaurants within the Rocksresort!
This includes a café, a burger bar, a pizza restaurant, a fine dining restaurant and the pan-Asian restaurant, Nooba. Most of them offer take away service as well.
Good to know: During peak season, kids are given a ‘Sirop Pass’ to wear around their neck and they can show it at any of these restaurants and cafés around the resort and receive a glass of water or a sirop, free of charge.
During low season the kids do not have a physical pass but can still go and get their drinks at the restaurants and bar.
Activities at the Rocksresort in Laax
Now, we have arrived at the most important factor why the Family Resort Hotel Rocksresort in Laax is such a hit with any adventure loving family. And it is because their offering of different activities is epic.
Let’s start from the top of the square, where you find a large and a small flow trail which can be accessed by a magic carpet instead of pushing your bike or scooter up the hill.
Then at the foot of the flow trail, one can try some moves in the skateboard half pipe, or jump a few times on the trampolines, before picking up the scooter again and having fun on the pump track. All in all, a complete haven for bike, scooter or skateboard lovers.
Furthermore, one can find several ping-pong tables in different locations within the resort, a mini football section, and a playground with a sand pit. To practise your balance you also find several slack-lines around the resort.
Good to know: During peak and the ski season in Laax, there are several indoor play areas and gaming facilities.
Be prepared that if you have kids that love pump tracks and flow trails to motivate them to go on one of the many beautiful hiking trails in Flims-Laax might be a challenge.
Day care nursery at the Rocksresort
And as said before, the Rocksresort thinks of everything. During peak seasons you have the possibility to plan a romantic tête à tête whilst the little ones have fun at the Ami Sabi daycare. Find out more directly with the daycare at the Rocksresort itself.
Wellness at the Rocksresort
For a small supplement guests staying at the Rocksresort can enjoy the facilities at the Signina Hotel in Laax.
The heated swimming pool equipped with a jacuzzi is certainly a welcoming comfort after hiking in the Flims – Laax – Falera mountains. And likewise after skiing on the Flims-Laax slopes.
Visit the Baumwipfelpfad – Treetop walkway “Senda dil Dragun”
Walking on the Dragons tail
Lure the kids off the flow trail and pump track in Laax and head over to the world’s longest treetop walkway the “Senda dil Dragun” (Baumwipfelpfad)
The starting point of the path is at the tower Murschetg, which is conveniently situated right at the Rocksresort. The highlight definitely is the 73 metre long slide around this tower.
The path has several seating possibilities with panorama binoculars indicating the names of nearby peaks and points of interest. On each of these stations an info board explains what is special in the surrounding nature and how it has changed over the centuries.
Have the kids find the different animals semi-hidden in the Laaxer forest. Do not to miss the new inhabitant – the Wolf.
The walkway is 1.57 km long (one way). You can exit at the other end by the tower Dimplaun. From there is it a 20 minutes walk to the bus stop Laax Posta or you can wait for the shuttle bus that will bring you from the tower Dimplaun to the village Laax. The shuttle runs on the hour to the tower Dimplaun and always at 15 past the hour from the tower back to Laax village. From Laax village back to the Rocksresort you can either walk or take the bus.
But we suggest you walk back along the treetop path as you will see the forest from a different angle, and at the end the slide awaits.
Plus, you will be back at the Rocksresort where the kids for sure will like to go back on their scooters and skateboards, which gives you the perfect opportunity for an aperitif in one of the bars and restaurant around the tracks. A win-win situation.
Prices for the Baumwipfelpfad
Visit the “Baumwipfelpfad” website to buy tickets via the Inside Laax App and check the opening hours.
- Children as of 6 years old can use the slide alone.
- Best parking is at the Rocksresort underground parking (if you are not staying at the Rocksresort).
- You can rent ( Chf 8.-) a tablet/smartphone to listen to the story of the magician “Ami Sabi” whilst walking the “Senda diDragun” Tail of the Dragon. For a 3d experience rent the goggles at the Bergbahnkasse or with the Inside Laax App.
- On some special days the Figures of Ami Sabi will be on the path telling stories to the children.
- Prices (2022) are from Chf 16.- per adult for a morning ticket whereas a full day ticket costs Chf 22.-. Children 6-17 years old pay Chf 8.- or Chf 11.- for a full day access.
Included in the ticket is ONE slide access. You can buy an additional slide ticket (2 extra slides) for Chf 5.- if you would like the adrenaline kick again. - Guests staying in a Hotel in Flims Laax will benefit from a 25% reduction on these prices.
Laax Freestyle Academy at the Rocksresort in Laax
The amazing Laax Freestyle Academy invites for a fun action sports experience. The indoor park in Laax features trampolines, and a big indoor skate park with airbags and ramps.
Good to know: Before jumping up and down on the trampolines everyone must conduct an introductory safety course which needs to be booked in advance.
Note: The Laax Frestyle Academy is usually located right at the Rocksresort. However, they are currently building a brand-new hall so the new temporary location is in the massive circus tent from Circus Knie. It is located at the Sportszentrum Pran La Selra in Flims until 2024.
Hotels in Laax – Flims
Should the Rockrsort not have any availability during your time of travel, dont miss out Laax. It is an amazing holiday destination and you can use the facilities at the Rockresort. Brows the map to find hotels in Laax – Flims and suite you.
Things to do around the Rocksresort in Flims-Laax-Falera
Due to its great location directly at the cable car valley station Laax, you have immediate access to bike trails and amazing hiking paths in the Flims -Laax area.
For a winter ski holiday in Flims Laax, this is your access to the powder on the mountain! You literally only have to fall out of bed, click in your bindings and off you go.
During the off season for example in May, this lift is not yet open. But a 15 min bike ride or a 5 min drive and you are at the chair lift in Flims Dorf (Foppa). To be sure what is open during your stay visit the Laax website.
Bike – Flow Trails in Flims – Laax
Flims – Laax is well known for being the Bike Region in Graubünden but families who love to hike will also be spoilt for choice.
For example, is this home of the famous Runca Bike Trail, one of the longest bike flow trails in Europe.
The trail is reachable with the Foppa chairlift. This is also one of the 1st chairlift to open after the winter break.
Note: from Foppa down to Flims Dorf is the easier part of the trail but it is still marked as a red trail. For advanced bikers you can make your way all the way to the top to Naraus and enjoy an epic 7.6 km downhill trail. In some areas it is quite steep and rocky.
Visit the Rheinschlucht “The Swiss Grand Canyon”
If you want an absolutely amazing full day out with views over this most beautiful Swiss Grand Canyon, then plan a trip. Visit the 7 viewpoints of the Rheinschlucht including the Il Spir near Flims and the Caumasee.
Read our guide The Rheinschlucht viewpoints in one day.
Hiking in Flims – Laax
With over 250 kilometres of hiking trails suiting all ages and abilities, Flims and Laax is a paradise for hikers.
Swimming in Flims-Laax at the Caumasee
Seen on so many social media platforms, the breathtaking Caumasee in Flims. With its turquoise waters and surrounding green forest this little paradise invites for swimming, relaxing and spending some great family time around the lake.
To use the facilities, you need to access the lake from Flims Wildhaus side. Park at the official car park (payable) and walk 15 mins to the funicular that brings you down to the lake.
Playground, BBQ stations, and even a restaurant are all onsite and guarantee a great time at the Caumasee.
Crestasee in Flims – Laax
Another beauty not to be missed is the Crestasee which is equally beautiful as the Caumasee. A 15 mins walk from the carpark along a forest path will bring you to the lake. An admission fee to go for a swim applies.
A small restaurant and facilities are onsite.
Swimming at the Laaxer Lake
Easily accessible is the Laaxer Lake in the middle of Laax Dorf. But on very hot days you need to bring your own umbrella because there is nearly no shady place.
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I hope that the information provided here will prove itself useful when you are planning a stay in the family-friendly Swiss Hotel – Rocksresort in Laax!
If I have left anything out or you have a question, please ask your questions in the comments. This way other readers can join in the conversation and benefit from your queries also.
NOTE: Our stay was in collaboration with the Rocksresort and Laax. These great collaborations are here for us to describe our experience of a stay or an activity. This way we can detail the best activities so you know what to expect when visiting Flims – Laax & Falera region and staying at the Rocksresort.
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