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Located on the Quai du Mont-Blanc, overlooking Lake Geneva and the iconic Jet d’Eau fountain, Beau-Rivage is a 19th-century grand dame hotel.

Royal Residence suite

STAY As you walk through the hotel doors you are immediately met by old-fashioned elegance; the stately marble atrium and antique-style furnishings set the tone that is echoed in each of the rooms. There are a total of 52 rooms and 43 suites here, all equally sumptuous. But, for the most prestigious, opt for the Royal Residence, which spans 2,600 sq ft. The works of art that adorn the walls and the classical baroque furnishings lend a regal feel. This wing of the hotel can be reserved for exclusive use, with adjoining rooms and suites as well as a kitchenette so you can enjoy Geneva with your brood. DINE Dressed in chic neutral hues and bathed in soft lighting, the main restaurant, Le Chat-Botté, oozes sophistication. Since opening in 1967, it has won a slew of awards — it has retained its Michelin star since 2011, as well as receiving 18/20 by Gault & Millau. The uncluttered menu features local and

seasonal ingredients. For epicureans who like to be at the center of the action, choose the Chef’s Table, located within the kitchen. And it would be remiss of us not to mention the extensive wine collection. With a wine cellar fi lled with some of the rarest vintages, and a wine list spanning over 70 pages, the Beau-Rivage is perhaps the best place to sample some of the fi nest Swiss wine. Embark on a tasting session with the sommelier to discover some of the best — or, to enjoy the best of both worlds, the food and wine pairings will allow you to taste some of the most exciting bottles in the cellar alongside exquisite dishes from Le Chat-Botté. EXPLORE With such an unbeatable location, you’re able to explore Geneva the best way — on foot. Head to the Old Town fi rst, and climb to the top of St Peter’s Cathedral to be rewarded with incredible views. Just next door, Place du Bourg-de-Four is an atmospheric square (the city’s oldest) full of character. Dip into one of the vintage designer boutiques, or stop for a drink in one of the many cafes. To celebrate Geneva’s reputation as the hub of luxury watchmaking, visit the English Gardens that lie alongside Lake Geneva and fi nd one of the city’s most recognizable symbols, l’horloge fl eurie (the fl ower clock). For those visiting in the summer months, Geneva transforms into a lakeside resort with visitors and locals mingling by the lake. By Serina Tatham Royal Residence from $13,800 per night. Contact Margot Hemery, sales manager, reservation@ beau-rivage.ch, +41 227 166 666, beau-rivage.ch

BEAU-RIVAGE GENEVA, SWITZERLAND

Located on the Quai du Mont-Blanc, overlooking Lake Geneva and the iconic Jet d’Eau fountain, Beau Rivage is a 19th-century grand dame hotel. Since 1865, the hotel has been a landmark of luxury within the city. The high standards of Albertine and Jean-Jacques Mayer, the fi rst in a long line of generations overseeing this family-run hotel, have been passed down and have preserved the hotel’s grandeur. With views of both the Alps and the glittering lake, you couldn’t ask for more from the location. Amenities include the Bellefontaine spa — the products used in treatments are all from Switzerland, using natural ingredients from the Alps coupled with the latest innovations in biotechnology — and the Michelin-starred Le Chat-Botté, which is a celebration of French haute cuisine.

The hotel overlooks Lake Geneva

The wine cellar

Photos John Athimaritis, Gauvin Pictures, Diego Lapasini