Saas-Balen accommodation from AU$325

If you don't have any issues with spending a few nights 15 kilometres outside of the center, consider the neighbourhood of Brig. This area's got 6 places available, including Hotel Ambassador Brig and Hotel Victoria.

Head up the mountain, take in the gorgeous scenery and ski all day at Saas-Grund Ski Resort A couple of convenient hotel options near here include Hotel Dom and Primavera.

For some alternatives, look at the Haus Colosseo and the Mont Cervin Palace. They are 20 kilometres and 20 kilometres respectively from the main center. If these aren't for you, try the Mountain Exposure - Luxury Apartments or the Hotel Riffelalp Resort 2222m.

If you'd like to explore some close by cities, check out St. Niklaus and Herbriggen. Head 11 kilometres to the west of Saas-Balen and you'll find St. Niklaus. That said, Herbriggen is 11 kilometres to the west. Hotels and apartments in St. Niklaus include the Matterhorn Valley Hotel & Spa Hannigalp and Family Hotel & Spa Desirée. Herbriggen choices include the Matterhorn Golf Hotel and Haus Bergdohle.

Get your sporting fix by taking a trip to Pista La Resega, which is to the east of Saas-Balen. Hit the hay right near the action at the Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola or the Hotel Splendide Royal.

If you are travelling into or out of Agno Airport and would like to stay nearby, try the Villa Principe Leopoldo or the Suitenhotel Parco Paradiso.