Beau-Rivage Palace Switzerland
Beau-Rivage Palace
Chemin de Beau-Rivage 21
1006 Lausanne – Switzerland
www@brp.ch
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Independant
Member of Leading Hotels of the World
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
1861
Hotel General Manager
Mr Benjamin Chemoul
Hotel Positioning
5 stars
BEAU-RIVAGE PALACE
History & Story
For nearly 160 years, the Beau-Rivage Palace, a Leading Hotels of the World, has been Switzerland’s finest hotel and one of the world’s most attractive palace resort. Entering the Beau-Rivage Palace transports you into another world.
This luxurious hotel is situated in Lausanne, a city known for its vibrant lifestyle. Located in 10 acres of private gardens on the banks of Lake Geneva, the elegant belle époque buildings of the Beau-Rivage Palace command breathtaking views across the lake to the majestic Swiss and French Alps beyond and is only 40 minutes from Geneva International Airport.
The 168 guest rooms and suites are richly appointed and offer the utmost in elegance and comfort. Luxury 8 exclusive Signature Suites were created to be different and unique in style.
Four restaurants provide guests ample cuisine from which to choose. In association with the famous French Chef, Anne-Sophie Pic «Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace » has been awarded two Michelin stars. The Café Beau-Rivage serves brasserie-style fare in sophisticated surroundings, with a large terrace facing the lake. The refined and elegant Kaigan restaurant celebrates authentic Japanese gastronomy, where tradition meets creativity in a serene and exotic atmosphere. Watch our chefs at work at the sushi bar and Teppanyaki, preparing exquisite dishes à la minute, and complete the experience with a selection of exclusive sakes, traditional teas and signature cocktails. At the end of the day, the BAR offers you a world class cocktail experience.
Time seems to stand still at the Guerlain Spa at Beau-Rivage Palace, a serene 1,500-square-metre sanctuary nestled in lush surroundings. Designed as a sensory journey for body and mind, the Spa features elegant treatment rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, hammam, sauna, yoga and meditation studio and fitness centre. Outdoors, guests can enjoy a private sand beach, tennis and padel courts, a golf practice area and peaceful spaces overlooking Lake Geneva.
Each child is a unique guest at the Beau-Rivage Palace and is greeted with a personalized welcome.
Whether you are travelling on business or leisure, the Beau-Rivage Palace provides the impeccable service including also a special kids program during the school holidays in the canton of Vaud to make your stay truly unforgettable.
Date Renewal
Room renovation
Entrusted to the Pierre-Yves Rochon architectural office, the renovation of the Beau-Rivage Palace is part of an innovative overall transformation project:
– Preserving the spirit of an intimate, personal home while offering modular spaces.
– Preserving the architectural heritage while guaranteeing high-performance technological services.
– To celebrate the exceptional natural setting while limiting the ecological impact of the work undertaken.
Since its opening in 1861, the Beau-Rivage Palace has welcomed royalty, presidents, statesmen, and privileged travelers from all over the world in search of an exquisite and elegant stay. The 8 Signature Suites which has been reimagined in 2014 then in 2020, offer extraordinary style, light and space. It gives you the perfect Swiss pied-a-terre overlooking the tranquil vista of Lake Geneva.
Location
• Lake Geneva Region in Lausanne, Ouchy
• Outstanding location on the shores of the lake and only 5’ from city center.
• Next to the Olympic Museum
Key sites/activities in the area
• Lausanne best museums:
• The Olympic Museum
• Fondation de l’Hermitage (temporary art exhibitions)
• Photo Elysée (photography museum)
• The Art Brut Collection
• The Beaux-Arts Museum
• Water activities on the lake
• Wine tasting in the Lavaux region, UNESCO world heritage site
Children’s Corner
Kids’ paradise
As well as a personal welcome on arrival, special facilities and entertainments are provided to make sure your little ones have an enjoyable stay.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• 59 Superior Garden & City view
• 14 Superior Partial Lake view
• 40 Superior Lake & Alps view
• 14 Deluxe room garden view
• 7 Deluxe room lake & Alps view
• 7 Junior Suite Beau-Rivage Lake & Alps view
• 13 Junior Suite Palace Lake & Alps view
• 2 Junior Suite Leman Lake & Alps view
• 8 Signature Suites Lake & Alps view:
• Duplex (two bedrooms on the first floor)
• Spa Suite: Designed for health and wellbeing holidays, the Spa suite consists of a lounge, a bedroom and an immense bathroom with its own spa area.
Its location on the 6th floor affords a magnificent view of the lake and the Alps.
Private spa in the suite: Guests have access to Guerlain spa treatments provided in the comfort of its own two massage tables and hammam.
• Panoramic (private terrace on the roof)
• Riviera
• Art Deco
• Malmaison
• Royal
• Imperial
Suite Amenities
• WIFI
• Wide choice of pillows on request
• Guest services
• Guerlain products in the Suite
• Priority booking at the gastronomic restaurant Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace 2 Michelin stars
• VIP room for all your treatments
• Hairdressing
• Sports coaching
• Private cottage at the pool
• Provision of newspapers in a choice of languages
• Welcome drink and amenities
• Check-out gift
• Check-in and check-out in room
• Museum entry tickets
• Private eletric boat with an aperitif
• E-bike
• Station & airport transfert
• Charging station for cars
Restaurants & Bars
• Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace, ** Michelin
Gourmet restaurant of the eponymous Chef
• Café Beau-Rivage, French deluxe brasserie style
• Kaigan,, Japanese restaurant
• La Terrasse, breakfast and brunch restaurant
• Lobby Lounge, terrace with view on the lake
• BAR, cocktail BAR
• Ô Terrasse, pool restaurant in summer
Wellness
The Guerlain Experience at the Beau-Rivage Palace
Where the tradition of artistry meets the tradition of hospitality
Nestled in a green setting overlooking Lake Geneva, the Guerlain Spa at the Beau-Rivage Palace is a haven dedicated to beauty and well-being. Entirely redesigned to welcome Maison Guerlain, the Spa combines natural materials such as wood, marble and precious metal in a warm and soothing atmosphere.
Conceived as a sensory journey for both body and mind, the Spa invites guests to experience moments of deep calm and serenity through discoveries, physical sensations and visual emotions.
The Facilities
Covering more than 1,500 m², the Guerlain Spa offers a wide range of wellness and leisure facilities:
• 8 treatment rooms, including the Orchidée Impériale Suite with hammam and private garden
• 1 relaxation room
• 1 yoga and meditation studio
• Hammam and sauna facilities
• Ice cellar and ice fountain
• 1 fully equipped fitness centre overlooking Lake Geneva
• 1 hairdressing studio
• 1 heated indoor swimming pool
• 1 outdoor swimming pool
• 1 sand beach
• Ô Terrasse restaurant
• 1 tennis court
• 1 padel court
• 1 outdoor golf practice area
At the heart of the Spa, a patio featuring a Tree of Life creates a distinctive and calming focal point, its softly undulating light accompanying guests throughout their wellness journey.
Guerlain Treatments
The Guerlain Spa offers exclusive treatments and well-being experiences inspired by the unique atmosphere of the Swiss Riviera.
Among them, the Riviera Glow facial treatment was created exclusively for the Guerlain Spa at the Beau-Rivage Palace in Lausanne. Combining microcrystals, light therapy and precise facial techniques, the treatment is designed to leave the complexion looking fresh, smooth and radiant.
A unique Guerlain wellness experience in the heart of the Beau-Rivage Palace, surrounded by the beauty of Lake Geneva and the Alps.
Corporate & Celebration Events
Seminars and conferences
Whether for a press conference, business seminar or other business meeting, the reception rooms at the Beau-Rivage Palace are ideal.
The quality of service and the expertise of our teams mean you can focus on what matters most to you, the content of your event.
Entrust the details of the actual day to our « seminar service » assistant, who will ensure a successful event by dealing with any issues that may arise on your behalf.
The Sandoz ballroom
The Salle Sandoz is the absolute jewel of the Beau-Rivage Palace. Built in 1908, many outstanding events have taken place here, from the negotiations of the Treaty of Lausanne to Phil Collins’ wedding.
La Rotonde
La Rotonde is little sister to the big Salle Sandoz. A more intimate space, it has retained its period sumptuousness, with stucco, mouldings and frescoes all newly renovated in collaboration with the historic monuments organisation.
Weddings
The Sandoz and La Rotonde are dream settings in which to hold your wedding reception. As well as being a magical ambience for you and your guests, you can place the management of this unique day in the hands of our expert wedding organisers.
In fine weather the gardens are a perfect place to gather before dinner.
Extra Notable Features
• Ski : Villars 40’ away from the hotel
• Golf : several golf course nearby Lausanne – Lavaux – Evian
• Museum : Olympic museum, next door
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
• Ranked as the best hotel in the Luxury Palace of the Year 2026 category for the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and South Tyrol). 101 BESTEN HOTELS
• Ranked as the best hotel in the Luxury Leisure Hotel of the Year 2026 category – overall winner – in the 101 Best Hotels Switzerland ranking. 101 BESTEN HOTELS
• In 2026, the Beau-Rivage Palace received a score of 100/100 in the Falstaff Hotel Guide. Falstaff Travel
• In 2026, the Spa Guerlain at the Beau-Rivage Palace received a score of 98/100 in the Falstaff SPA Guide.
BILANZ
• In 2025, the Beau-Rivage Palace has been ranked Switzerland’s Number One City Hotel by Bilanz magazine.
A distinction that celebrates excellence, warm hospitality, and the dedication of our teams — in a setting where elegance meets heritage. ROBB REPORT
In 2025, the Beau-Rivage Palace was named by Robb Report among the 50 greatest hotels in the world.
The only Swiss property selected – and one of just 12 in Europe – it embodies a timeless sense of hospitality, gracefully rooted on the shores of Lake Geneva.
Number of employees
400