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Hotel Beau-Rivage GenevevsBel'Esperance
Both Hotel Beau-Rivage Geneva and Bel'Esperance are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel Beau-Rivage Geneva scores significantly better than Bel'Esperance. Hotel Beau-Rivage Geneva comes in at 88 with endorsements from 8 reviews including Forbes Travel Guide, Michelin Guide and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel Beau-Rivage Geneve
Michelin Guide
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Lonely Planet
Hideaway Report
Forbes Travel Guide
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Frommer's Michelin Guide
13 quai du Mont Blanc, Geneva 1201, Switzerland
From $567/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide "An elegant refuge from the modern world."
DK Eyewitness "Geneva’s oldest family-run hotel, poised on the edge of the lake, close to all major attractions with views of the famous jet d’eau."
Star Service "This 1865 classic enjoys a privileged location and posts justifiably extravagant rates." Full review
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Amenities include air-conditioning, well-furnished sitting areas, double glazing, flat-screen TVs, CD players (DVDs upon request), minibars, safes, and phones with data ports and voice mail.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Run by the Mayer family for four generations, the Beau-Rivage is a 19th-century jewel dripping in opulence." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"Classically elegant family-owned hotel dating from 1865, overlooking Lake Geneva a short stroll from the central shopping and business zone." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Founded in 1865, Beau-Rivage, Geneva is one of the rare luxury hotels in Switzerland that’s managed by the direct descendants of its founder." Full review
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Technology inside the rooms has also been updated considerable, with personal iPads on which to order room service or to use for various other requests.
Fodor's "The gracious, history-rich landmark still offers views of Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc, and the Jet d’Eau and an elegant belle-époque vibe, but now it's awash in rich fabric, bold colors." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Founded in 1865 and now run by the fifth generation of the Mayer family, this upscale, historic hotel has played host to celebrities ranging from Eleanor Roosevelt to Sting." Full review
Frommer's "Provides its guests with 21st-century amenities and impeccable service, while retaining a unique atmosphere that's evident from the moment you step into the elegant five-story open lobby or the suites" Full review
Michelin Guide "It’s among the most luxurious hotels in town, set right on the shores of Lake Geneva, overlooking the city’s famous Jet d’Eau...the relatively humble Executive rooms remain faultless in their comforts" Full review
Bel'Esperance Frommer's
EuroCheapo Lonely Planet
1 rue de la Vallee, Geneva 1204, Switzerland
From $161/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
Frommer's "Appealingly located at the gateway to Old Town, close to the lake, this is a decent, completely unpretentious budget hotel managed by the Salvation Army." Full review
EuroCheapo Editor's Pick
"At last, a budget place worth writing home about! Just as we were losing faith in expensive Geneva, the 41-room Hotel bel Esperance shone at us like a beacon of hope." Full review
Lonely Planet "This two-star hotel is a two-second flit to the Old Town and offers extraordinary value for a pricey city like Geneva. Rooms are quiet and cared for, and those on the 1st floor share a kitchen." Full review
