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Hotel Beau-Rivage Palace is a historic luxury hotel on the shores of Lake Geneva in Lausanne, Switzerland, and a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. Founded in 1861, the property offers individually designed rooms and suites with lake or garden views, Michelin-starred dining through chef Anne-Sophie Pic, and an extensive Guerlain Spa.
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Hotel Beau-Rivage Palace sits on the Lake Geneva waterfront in Lausanne, positioned between the Alps and the lake. The hotel occupies Place du Port 17–19 in the Ouchy area. Lausanne itself provides access to ski destinations and UNESCO-listed vineyards within the surrounding region.
The setting places guests near both urban Lausanne and the quieter lakeside atmosphere. Nearby verified luxury hotels include Château d'Ouchy (0.2 km away) and Hôtel Lausanne-Palace (1.3 km away).
The hotel offers a range of individually designed room types. Superior rooms come in three configurations: City and Garden View, Partial Lake and Alps View, or full Lake and Alps View. Deluxe rooms include City and Garden View, Lake and Alps View, and Riviera options with separate lounges suited to longer stays.
Junior Suites provide additional space and specific views: Palace units feature hotel-front balconies overlooking Lake Geneva, Beau-Rivage suites are styled with original features from the property's Belle Époque era, Léman rooms offer lake views and romantic balconies, and Palace Ground Floor suites open onto private terraces. The property also offers a collection of Suites with generous proportions and lake views.
The hotel operates four restaurants and two bars. Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace, led by chef Anne-Sophie Pic, holds two Michelin stars and serves inventive cuisine rooted in Swiss terroir, open Tuesday to Saturday. Café Beau-Rivage serves brasserie classics from its scenic outdoor terrace overlooking the lake. Kaigan offers authentic Japanese cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional techniques, including sushi and teppanyaki. La Terrasse serves breakfast and brunch with views of Lake Geneva.
Additional venues include the Bar, open Wednesday to Sunday with signature cocktails and alcohol-free creations, and the Lobby Lounge offering light lunches and aperitifs. Ô Terrasse, a summer restaurant, operates seasonally on the waterfront.
The Guerlain Spa spans 1,500 square metres and serves as the primary wellness venue. It features eight treatment and ritual rooms, a private Suite Orchidée Impériale with a Japanese bath for two, a dedicated hammam and sauna, an ice cave and ice fountain, a hairdressing studio, and a relaxation room. Two changing areas accommodate spa guests. The spa operates daily from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Facilities include heated indoor and outdoor pools. Guerlain treatments cover facials, massages, and rituals; the spa also offers day passes, annual memberships, and bespoke fragrance experiences. The hotel features a dedicated fragrance created by Guerlain for Beau-Rivage Palace.
The hotel accommodates diverse traveler types. Couples benefit from balconied Junior Suites with lake views and the intimate Suite Orchidée Impériale at the spa. Longer stays find tailored accommodation in Deluxe Riviera rooms with separate lounges. Business travelers find meeting and event spaces within the property's historic salons.
The lakeside setting appeals to nature lovers and those seeking proximity to cultural venues. Day spa visits cater to travelers not requiring overnight accommodation.
Editorial verification: Hotel Beau-Rivage Palace is affiliated with The Leading Hotels of the World; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
The hotel is located in Lausanne, Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva at Place du Port 17–19 in the Ouchy district. Château d'Ouchy is 0.2 km away, and Hôtel Lausanne-Palace is 1.3 km away.
The hotel offers Superior rooms (City and Garden View, Partial Lake and Alps View, or Lake and Alps View), Deluxe rooms (City and Garden View, Lake and Alps View, or Riviera with separate lounge), Junior Suites (Palace, Beau-Rivage, Léman, or Palace Ground Floor), and Suites.
Yes. Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace, led by chef Anne-Sophie Pic, holds two Michelin stars and serves inventive Swiss terroir cuisine. The hotel also operates Café Beau-Rivage (brasserie), Kaigan (Japanese), and La Terrasse (breakfast).
The Guerlain Spa spans 1,500 square metres and includes eight treatment rooms, a private Suite Orchidée Impériale, hammam, sauna, ice cave, ice fountain, hairdressing studio, and heated indoor and outdoor pools. It operates daily 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Yes, Hotel Beau-Rivage Palace is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World.
The hotel was founded in 1861 during the Belle Époque era and remains a historic property on Lake Geneva.
Hotel Beau-Rivage Palace is affiliated with The Leading Hotels of the World; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Hotel Beau-Rivage Palace is in Lausanne, Switzerland. Address: Chemin de Beau-Rivage 17, 19, 1006 Lausanne, Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland.
| Location | Lausanne, Switzerland |
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| Address | Chemin de Beau-Rivage 17, 19, 1006 Lausanne, Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland |
| Brand / alliance | The Leading Hotels of the World |
| Official website | brp.ch |
| General manager | Benjamin Chemoul · General Manager · source: brp.ch, checked 2026-09-28 |
| Area guide | Lausanne luxury hotels |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
Sources: brp.ch · brp.ch/rooms/ · brp.ch/restaurants-and-bars/ · brp.ch/guerlain-spa/ · brp.ch/about/ · brp.ch/suites/ · brp.ch/wellness-and-sport/ · brp.ch/about/heritage-and-history/ · en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beau-Rivage_Palace
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