Switzerland Luxury Hotels
Apr 21, 2019, 6:41 pm
#182
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: La Jolla, CA
Programs: Marriott Ambassador, Lifetime Titanium, Delta Plat, Hilton Diamond , Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 2,615
I thought it was strange there was no AC but for some reason never considered that it was mandated.
Apr 22, 2019, 9:50 pm
#183
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: LHR, SEA, ZRH
Posts: 707
Hello - I'm looking for luxury hotel recommendations within around 1 hour train of Zurich HB, but not in Zurich (eg not Dolder, Baur au Lac, Atlantis). I'd like to go between late May-July for a weekend, Friday-Sunday. Looking for something that is more on the smaller unique boutique side, definitely not rammed (eg with a massive wedding party etc). This would be for two people staying at the property for the entire time so there ideally should have options for wellness/spa/restaurants.
I'm looking for something for the best bang-for-the-buck. Reviewed this thread and looks like some options are Waldhotel and Park Weggis. Any other properties you'd recommend?
I'm looking for something for the best bang-for-the-buck. Reviewed this thread and looks like some options are Waldhotel and Park Weggis. Any other properties you'd recommend?
Apr 22, 2019, 10:43 pm
#184
Join Date: Jan 2010
Programs: Virtuoso, Marriott Stars/Luminous, Hilton Impresario, IHG Luxury & Lifestyle, Hyatt Prive etc
Posts: 2,003
You probably need to increase the hour train ride to 1.5-2 hours, unless you go for a hotel in Basel or Luzern.
Apr 23, 2019, 5:45 am
#185
formerly htang333
Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Wi-Fi
Programs: Virtuoso, Top Ranked: Four Seasons (Top 25 Advisor), AMAN (Top 50), Rosewood, Hyatt Prive, etc.
Posts: 1,455
Hello - I'm looking for luxury hotel recommendations within around 1 hour train of Zurich HB, but not in Zurich (eg not Dolder, Baur au Lac, Atlantis). I'd like to go between late May-July for a weekend, Friday-Sunday. Looking for something that is more on the smaller unique boutique side, definitely not rammed (eg with a massive wedding party etc). This would be for two people staying at the property for the entire time so there ideally should have options for wellness/spa/restaurants.
I'm looking for something for the best bang-for-the-buck. Reviewed this thread and looks like some options are Waldhotel and Park Weggis. Any other properties you'd recommend?
I'm looking for something for the best bang-for-the-buck. Reviewed this thread and looks like some options are Waldhotel and Park Weggis. Any other properties you'd recommend?
50 minute car ride from Zurich. The only luxury property in the small town. 47 suites, a 1 star and 2 star restaurant on site. Amazing pool and spa facility. Must get a lake view suite and it's well worth it. Go closer to May vs. July for lesser occupancy onsite.
Apr 23, 2019, 1:56 pm
#186
Join Date: Nov 2017
Location: London
Programs: Avios
Posts: 166
Brief update and mini report on my trip above. We booked last minute for Easter weekend, my husband was coming back from skiing and I was coming to meet him. It became clear that our only real option for the weekend was Geneva due to time constraints. I was worried everything would be shut due to Easter and we preferred the idea of a resort style hotel as I'm six months pregnant and we wanted somewhere to relax hence avoiding city hotels initially. La Reserve seemed like a good luxury option outside of town with an outdoor pool and extensive spa. I did have doubts on looking at pictures and trip advisor reviews but as we were short on time I booked it.
I was picked up from the airport for the less than ten minute drive to the hotel. As soon as I saw the lobby, I knew it wouldn't be my cup of tea.
Lobby is very dark and the safari style decor is out of place. I'm not a fan of leopard print carpet at the best of times.
We were upgraded to a junior suite due to our Virtuoso booking but I found the interiors rather sad and shabby.
The terrace is also a little sad and more could have been done to make it comfortable. The view of the lake is disappointing too as I could see more orange building, and dirty rooftops rather than Lake Geneva. I had higher hopes for the pool area.
The hotel website claims that the hotel is located 'on the shores of Lake Geneva' what it doesn't say is that there's a motor way between the property and the lake and you need to use a subway to get to the lake. The pool is ok (save rather sad looking loungers) but is really no where near the lake.
Look back and you can see the hotel exterior which reminds me of a travel lodge.
On the plus side the spa looked nice and offered some great sounding treatments though we didn't get to use it. Within about five minutes I had decided that we'd be leaving and checking out the next day. We did however, dine at the Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant that was good, though I've been spoilt by some truly excellent Chinese restaurants and have had better.
There was nothing wrong with the service at all and when we checked out early, everything possible was done to persuade us to stay. We were offered a new room etc. However, I had made up my mind, we checked out and moved to the Four Seasons. See next.
I was picked up from the airport for the less than ten minute drive to the hotel. As soon as I saw the lobby, I knew it wouldn't be my cup of tea.
Lobby is very dark and the safari style decor is out of place. I'm not a fan of leopard print carpet at the best of times.
We were upgraded to a junior suite due to our Virtuoso booking but I found the interiors rather sad and shabby.
The terrace is also a little sad and more could have been done to make it comfortable. The view of the lake is disappointing too as I could see more orange building, and dirty rooftops rather than Lake Geneva. I had higher hopes for the pool area.
The hotel website claims that the hotel is located 'on the shores of Lake Geneva' what it doesn't say is that there's a motor way between the property and the lake and you need to use a subway to get to the lake. The pool is ok (save rather sad looking loungers) but is really no where near the lake.
Look back and you can see the hotel exterior which reminds me of a travel lodge.
On the plus side the spa looked nice and offered some great sounding treatments though we didn't get to use it. Within about five minutes I had decided that we'd be leaving and checking out the next day. We did however, dine at the Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant that was good, though I've been spoilt by some truly excellent Chinese restaurants and have had better.
There was nothing wrong with the service at all and when we checked out early, everything possible was done to persuade us to stay. We were offered a new room etc. However, I had made up my mind, we checked out and moved to the Four Seasons. See next.
Apr 23, 2019, 2:11 pm
#187
Join Date: Nov 2017
Location: London
Programs: Avios
Posts: 166
My Virtuoso agent had Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues Geneva booked for us within minutes and we headed there straight after breakfast. The hotel is right on the water but unfortunately there were building works at the time which obstructed the view a little.
A gorgeous lobby filled with light, marble and flowers couldn't have been more different to La Reserve. The other public rooms were impeccable too.
Lounge
Bar.
Again we were upgraded to a junior suite, which was beautiful.
We didn't have a terrace but had a Juliet balcony.
We ate in all the restaurants, the Michelin-starred Italian, Il Lago, the Japanese rooftop restaurant Izumi (which has a panoramic view) and also at the hotel bar. All excellent.
So much was done to make the stay personal and special and as it was Easter, there was chocolate everywhere, and hand made Easter eggs delivered to the room.
We absolutely loved our stay and though a lot was closed on Sunday and Monday, we just took the chance to wonder around the city and enjoy the parks etc. Our late arrival meant we had no time to take advantage of the spa credit that we had through Virtuoso but the spa looked lovely and there is a small rooftop pool.
A gorgeous lobby filled with light, marble and flowers couldn't have been more different to La Reserve. The other public rooms were impeccable too.
Lounge
Bar.
Again we were upgraded to a junior suite, which was beautiful.
We didn't have a terrace but had a Juliet balcony.
We ate in all the restaurants, the Michelin-starred Italian, Il Lago, the Japanese rooftop restaurant Izumi (which has a panoramic view) and also at the hotel bar. All excellent.
So much was done to make the stay personal and special and as it was Easter, there was chocolate everywhere, and hand made Easter eggs delivered to the room.
We absolutely loved our stay and though a lot was closed on Sunday and Monday, we just took the chance to wonder around the city and enjoy the parks etc. Our late arrival meant we had no time to take advantage of the spa credit that we had through Virtuoso but the spa looked lovely and there is a small rooftop pool.
Jun 10, 2019, 10:52 pm
#195
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Jakarta
Programs: Krisflyer PPS, SPG, Hyatt GoldPassport, Shangri-la Golden Circle, British Airways ExecClub
Posts: 1,245
Anyone heard of or have tried this property? They are also opening in other parts of Switzerland
https://www.ultimagstaad.com/en
https://www.ultimagstaad.com/en
