Fairmont Le Montreux Palace 5*

HOTEL DESCRIPTION

Montreux is a unique resort with a mild climate, where snowy peaks of the Alps border the shores of Lake Geneva, mingling with Mediterranean vegetation.

The Grand Hotel Fairmont Le Montreux Palace was opened in 1906. It is a bright representative of the Belle Époque style and one of the main hotels of the international Fairmont Hotels & Resorts chain. Its elegant architecture with high ceilings, marble columns and decorative plasterwork emphasizes aristocratic luxury. The building’s exterior is complemented by refined balconies and wrought-iron elements.

The territory of Fairmont Le Montreux Palace is a private park on the lake shore, where landscaped gardens, fountains, pathways among flower beds and sculptures create an ideal setting for relaxation. Guests can stroll along shaded alleys, relax on lawns with views of the Alps. Open-air concerts, children’s parties and Christmas markets are held here.

The residence bears the history of encounters with outstanding personalities. Writer Vladimir Nabokov spent 17 years here. Queen’s lead singer Freddie Mercury found inspiration for his music within these walls.

In Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, there are 236 comfortable rooms:

• City View Rooms (20—25 m²) — modern guest spaces with a city view. You can choose a King or Queen bed, there is a spacious shower cabin and a convenient workspace.
• Lake View Rooms (25—30 m²) — renovated rooms with stylish interiors, views of the lake and mountains, available with Queen or two Twin beds.
• Superior Lake View (30—35 m²) — elegant apartments with a balcony, a spacious bathroom with a shower and lake views.
• Deluxe Lake View (35—40 m²) — premium living suites with a balcony, luxurious design, with King or Twin beds.

Named Suites:

• Vladimir Nabokov — a suite where the writer lived. Antique furniture preserved, a library.
• Freddie Mercury — a suite with a private terrace. The interior is dedicated to the Queen’s music artistry.
• Claude Nobs — apartments of the founder of the Montreux Jazz Festival.
• Rudyard Kipling — atmospheric historic room in the Art Deco style.

In all rooms: Wi-Fi, intelligent climate control system, interactive TVs, Le Labo cosmetics.

In Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, there are 4 restaurants with cuisines from different parts of the world:

La Palmeraie — the main restaurant on the 2nd floor with panoramic windows. Buffet breakfast with international and local dishes, baked goods from the in-house bakery, organic honey.

Montreux Jazz Cafe — a bistro inspired by the history of the jazz festival, featuring photographs of legendary musicians. Serves a variety of traditional British cuisine dishes.

La Terrasse du Petit Palais — an open terrace over the lake. Seasonal Mediterranean and Brazilian cuisine for lunch and dinner. During the summer, Ô’Terrasse operates here with a cocktail menu.

Pureaty Café — a wellness café with views of the indoor and outdoor pools. Cold drinks, coffee, healthy snacks and ice cream.

WELLNESS CENTERS

SPA center Willow Stream Spa

Willow Stream Spa — a personal wellness laboratory covering 2000 m². Modern light-tone interior creates an atmosphere of seclusion and tranquility. Thoughtfully designed relaxation zones ensure guests comfort and a sense of privacy.

The Spa center specializes in restoring vitality, combating stress, rejuvenation and detoxification. Each guest can choose an individual program for comprehensive relaxation and overall health improvement.

The infrastructure includes:

• 10 treatment rooms for massage
• Indoor pool (open year-round)
• Outdoor seasonal pool (May-September)
• Fully equipped fitness center
• Beauty salon
• Relaxation area
• Separate relaxation zones for men and women, featuring: Finnish sauna, steam bath, cold plunge pool, jacuzzi, solarium
• VIP zone — a private suite with two massage tables, a private bathroom, sauna and steam bath
• Spa café with a terrace

Signature treatments of Willow Stream Spa:

HOTEL FEATURES

• Hotel type: Spa hotel.
• Renovation planned from 2024 to 2026: extensive infrastructure upgrades.
• The hotel’s grounds feature a private park with exotic plants.
• Direct access from Montreux Palace to Lake Geneva, with a private beach.
• Cultural heritage monuments are within walking distance: sculptures of Vladimir Nabokov, Freddie Mercury and Aretha Franklin.
• Guests can access the Spa center and pools directly from their rooms via a private hall.
• Treatments for pregnant women are available at Willow Stream Spa.
• Montreux Palace is located 100 meters from the famous concert venues of the jazz festival, where the world’s top musicians perform.
• The hotel offers exclusive romantic packages for couples, such as the “Greatest Romance” package with champagne and chocolates upon arrival.
• Suitable for family vacations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Places to visit: Chillon Castle, Old Town Montreux and the quay, Lavaux vineyards, Chaplin’s World Museum, Swiss chocolate factory Maison Cailler, Olympic Museum in Lausanne, cruises on Lake Geneva.

Sport activities: golf club, bicycle and e-bike rental, SUP, kayaking, water skiing, wakesurf, foil-surfing, yoga, Pilates, water aerobics, fitness.

For children: children’s club, babysitting service, pools and Spa treatments, playground, 50% discount on dining for children up to 12 years old, free meals for children up to 5 years old.

Getting there: Geneva International Airport — 90 km.

PRICE

Price is from 5 091 euros

Includes:

• accommodation for 2 adults in the “Lake View Rooms” for 7 nights
• breakfast 
• access to the Spa area