Luxury HotelsDirectoryBeach ResortsBoutiqueParisLondonNew YorkTokyo

Hôtel Président Wilson

Genève, Switzerland

The Luxury CollectionVerified by our editorial board
Hôtel Président Wilson
Photo: uggboy, CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Hôtel Président Wilson
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler's…, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Hôtel Président Wilson
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler's…, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Hôtel Président Wilson
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler's…, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Hôtel Président Wilson
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler's…, CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Hôtel Président Wilson in photos · Patrick Nouhailler's… (CC BY-SA 3.0); uggboy (CC BY 2.0). This post is shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Hôtel Président Wilson is a Luxury Collection hotel in Geneva, situated near the United Nations building on Lake Geneva. Named after U.S. President Woodrow Wilson and established as a member of The Luxury Collection in 2000, the hotel is recognized for its ultra-luxury accommodations, particularly the Royal Penthouse Suite.

Check availability Official website

We do not publish prices or ratings: rates change daily, so please check them with the hotel or our booking partner. We may earn a commission from partner links.

Watch: Hôtel Président Wilson in 1 minutes

Photos: Wikimedia Commons (credited in the video). Every fact shown is verified by our editorial board.

Location and setting

The hotel is located in Pâquis, Geneva's waterfront district, overlooking Lake Geneva. Positioned near the United Nations building, the hotel occupies a prominent lakeside location. From certain suites, guests can view the Swiss Alps.

History

The hotel opened on May 18, 1962, under the name Hotel President. Following changes in ownership, the Tamman family acquired the property in 1989 and undertook comprehensive renovation, investing 190 million CHF. The hotel reopened in 1996 under its current name, honoring U.S. President Woodrow Wilson in recognition of his role in establishing the League of Nations.

On January 1, 2000, the hotel became a member of The Luxury Collection. From 2007 to 2010, it underwent further renovation at a cost of 40 million CHF.

Royal Penthouse Suite

The Royal Penthouse Suite comprises 12 bedrooms and occupies the entire eighth floor of the hotel. The suite offers views of the Swiss Alps and has hosted heads of state, including Bill Clinton and Mikhail Gorbachev.

Who it suits

The hotel caters to luxury travelers seeking premier accommodations and dignitaries requiring high-end lodging and discretion.

Editorial verification: Hôtel Président Wilson is affiliated with The Luxury Collection; 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.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Hôtel Président Wilson located?

The hotel is located in Pâquis, Geneva, Switzerland, near the United Nations building on Lake Geneva.

What hotel brand is Hôtel Président Wilson?

Hôtel Président Wilson is a member of The Luxury Collection since January 1, 2000.

When did Hôtel Président Wilson open?

The hotel originally opened on May 18, 1962, as the Hotel President. It was reopened in 1996 under its current name following extensive renovation by the Tamman family.

What is the Royal Penthouse Suite?

The Royal Penthouse Suite is a 12-bedroom suite occupying the entire eighth floor of the hotel, with views of the Swiss Alps. It has hosted numerous heads of state.

Who owns Hôtel Président Wilson?

The hotel is owned and chaired by Charles Tamman, with Pablo Pizarro serving as hotel director.

Why is the hotel named after President Woodrow Wilson?

The hotel was renamed in 1996 in honor of U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, recognizing his role in the creation of the League of Nations.

Is Hôtel Président Wilson a luxury hotel?

Hôtel Président Wilson is affiliated with The Luxury Collection; 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.

Where is Hôtel Président Wilson?

Hôtel Président Wilson is in Genève, Switzerland. Address: Pâquis, Genève, Geneva, Switzerland.

Verified luxury hotels nearby

Hotel facts

LocationGenève, Switzerland
AddressPâquis, Genève, Geneva, Switzerland
Brand / allianceThe Luxury Collection
Official websitemarriott.com
Area guidePâquis luxury hotels
Verified by the editorial board

Sources: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hotel_President_Wilson

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Hotel data: Wikidata (CC0), OpenStreetMap (ODbL), official websites.