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Beau-Rivage Palace

Chemin de Beau-Rivage 21, 1006 Lausanne, Switzerland

  • Four-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
  • 97.0/100La Liste19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • food & wine
  • wellness
  • couples
  • city breaks

About Beau-Rivage Palace

Beau-Rivage Palace is a historic 5-star hotel located in Lausanne on the shores of Lake Geneva. The property features direct beach access and a private Guerlain Spa, which includes a hammam, steam shower, hot tub and massage area. Dining options include Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace, offering Swiss terroir cuisine, and a two Michelin star restaurant.

The combination of refined gastronomy, wellness facilities, and lakeside setting makes Beau-Rivage Palace a notable destination for travellers seeking both relaxation and culinary excellence in Switzerland.

Why it stands out

Beau-Rivage Palace is listed for its EMPTYJET Approved status, historic 5-star heritage, two Michelin star dining, private Guerlain Spa, and prime location on Lake Geneva with beach access.

Key facts

Opened / renovated
1861
Type
Beach, Historic, Wellness

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Beach access — Beau-Rivage Palace is a historic 5-star hotel in Lausanne on the shores of Lake Geneva.

Dining

  • MICHELIN-starred restaurant — evidence: two Michelin star experience

Wellness

  • Spa — Hidden in the heart of Beau-Rivage Palace, this luminous haven holds the secrets to unlocking your inner glow.

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace — Swiss terroir

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
Guerlain Spa — private Guerlain spa with hammam, a steam shower, a hot tub and massage area

Beach

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Beach
Beach access

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFour-Star2026
  • La ListeTop 10002026

Location

46.5080, 6.6300 · approximate

Position is approximate (area); exact coordinates are pending verification.

Sources+
  • EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
  • Official hotel websiteOfficial4 fields
  • Forbes Travel GuideAward issuer1 field
  • WikidataEncyclopedia6 fields

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