Must see hotels in Lake Geneva & Vaud

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…

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

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…

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

The three room types at this wonderful lakefront hotel, immediately in front of Lutry Port, have been recently renovated to a high standard of style and…

Perfectly placed for views across the lake or the famous Lavaux vineyards, the region’s nattiest hotel has sleekly simple and contemporary rooms and a…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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…

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

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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