Must-see hotels in Lake Geneva & Vaud

  • Fairmont Le Montreux Palace

    Montreux

    Built in a record 18 months in 1906, this stunning example of belle époque architecture maintains a traditional and elegant atmosphere: today it's managed…

  • Hôtel Beau-Rivage Palace

    Lausanne

    Easily the most stunningly located hotel in Lausanne, this luxury lakeside address is sumptuous. A beautifully maintained early-19th-century mansion set…

  • Grand Hotel du Lac

    Vevey

    One of Switzerland's finest hotels, the 1868 Grand Hotel du Lac, still fresh from a stunning renovation by Pierre-Yves Rochon, impresses at every level…

  • La Maison d'Igor

    Lake Geneva & Vaud

    Igor Stravinsky's elegant old digs have been reborn as Morges' most charming boutique hotel, with eight individually and stylishly themed rooms (some with…

  • Nyon Hostel

    Lake Geneva & Vaud

    There's a bus stop at the front door of this new-in-2017 hostel in the suburbs above Nyon, providing quick, easy access to the station. With a simple…

  • Hôtel Masson

    Montreux

    In 1829 this vintner’s mansion was converted into a hotel. The old charm has remained intact and the property, set in magnificent grounds, is on the Swiss…

  • La Barcarolle

    Lake Geneva & Vaud

    Rooms at this lovely lakeside property (3km from Nyon) are spacious, comfortable and stylish, but it's the magnificent views of Lake Geneva, the Alps and…

  • Golf Hotel René Capt

    Montreux

    This lakefront Belle-Epoque hotel has good 'bones' but the decor and some common areas could do with a refresh. That said, it offers good value when…

  • BnB Lausanne

    Lausanne

    A warm bienvenue awaits at this early-20th-century apartment turned B&B, centrally located for exploring downtown Lausanne. Besides three well-looked…

  • SYHA Lausanne Jeunotel

    Lausanne

    A stone's throw from Lake Geneva, near the offices of the International Olympic Committee, this Swiss YHA (SYHA) is classed as a 'top' level hostel for…

  • Starling Hotel

    Lausanne

    Located opposite the striking Rolex Learning Centre building on the outskirts of town, this bright new hotel has fresh, smartly designed rooms, new…

  • Hôtel Elite

    Lausanne

    The same family has run this lovely apricot town house of a hotel for three generations. A couple of sunloungers and tables dot the pretty handkerchief…

  • Vevey Hotel & Guesthouse

    Vevey

    Housed in a 19th-century building with excellent facilities, this new addition to the Riviera's budget scene is a standout. Dorms are mixed or single sex,…

  • Eurotel Riviera

    Montreux

    Due to its towering presence (you can't miss it – the hotel is the tallest building in Montreux) the Eurotel has some of Montreux's best views. Rooms are…

  • Hôtel La Rouvenaz

    Montreux

    You cannot get any closer to the lake or the heart of the action than this newly renovated, family-run spot with its own tasty Italian restaurant…

  • Hôtel des Trois Couronnes

    Vevey

    The Three Crowns – an elegant, soft-cream-and-taupe mansion lavishly strung with white flower boxes on the waterfront – is among Lake Geneva’s best. Its…

  • Astra Hotel

    Vevey

    Directly opposite Vevey station, the modern Astra gets top points for convenience. Unusual features, like a sunny rooftop terrace and hot tub, up the ante…

  • Tralala Hôtel

    Montreux

    This Old Town boutique hotel references Montreux’ extraordinary musical heritage. The 35 stylish rooms have three sizes – S (‘Small and Sexy’), L or XL –…

  • Hôtel du Port

    Lausanne

    A perfect location in Ouchy, just back from the lake, makes this a good choice. The better doubles look out across the lake (Sfr20 extra) and are spacious…

  • Le Léman Hôtel

    Vevey

    A smart, no-fuss, modern, motel-style offering on the outskirts of Vevey with fresh, clean rooms, a pleasant, elevated outlook and great rates.

  • Auberge de Dully

    Lake Geneva & Vaud

    For an authentic taste of viticultural life look no further than this country inn, 8km north of Nyon in the heart of the La Côte vineyards. Cosy and…

  • Camping de Vidy

    Lausanne

    This well-maintained year-round campground just west of the lakeside Vidy sports complex has decent bungalows in addition to camping facilities. Take bus…

  • Aulac

    Lausanne

    This fusty dusty old marvel by the lakeshore won't be for those who like their hotels to be renovated every five minutes – but for the price, the size of…

  • Hotel Carlton

    Lausanne

    The Carlton is known for discreet elegance, having hosted luminaries such as Serge Gainsbourg. With a shaded terrace and 47 elegant, soundproofed rooms …

  • Hostellerie de L'Hôtel de Ville

    Vevey

    Just 100m from Lake Geneva, this bright, well-located all-studio apart-hotel is great for business travellers or small families who need a little more…

  • Hôtel Ecureuil

    Lake Geneva & Vaud

    In Villars, Hôtel Ecureuil offers 30 pleasant and mostly spacious rooms, year-round, with plenty of timber. It also has a tempting little Japanese…

  • Hôtel des Négociants

    Vevey

    A cheerful 1970s hotel with bright rooms and a bustling modern restaurant in the Old-Town heart; breakfast is Sfr15 and therapeutic massage is available.

  • TCS Camping Morges

    Lake Geneva & Vaud

    You can't beat this almost-lakefront campground for being one of the cheapest places to sleep by Lake Geneva.