Relais & Châteaux is a world in and of itself, unlike any other. A warm, welcoming, gourmet affair awaits where outstanding quality is coupled with each individual property's passion for their own region and its terroir.
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Relais & Châteaux offers you a veritable world tour. Whatever the occasion, however long you stay, each of our hotels will offer you the very best of its culture and region. Our TV Channel See our thematic videos
When you experience Relais & Châteaux, you experience a whole array of sensations. Each of our properties offers the opportunity to enjoy an unparalleled range of sensory experiences, where the beauty of a particular place, the warmth of the hospitality and the quality of the cuisine are in perfect harmony. Scents and tastes, landscapes and colours make every stay a rare and intense experience.
Discover the excellent cuisine served in our properties: traditional or contemporary, it never fails to be wonderfully creative. This creativity is recognised throughout the world, as our Grands Chefs are considered to be the pinnacle of fine dining.
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in a village (Hägendorf) At Lampart’s guests can combine wellness of the soul with the pleasures of the palate. Grand Chef Reto Lampart and his wife Anni invite diners to savour culinary delights and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere at this restaurant, formerly a depot dating back to 1836, elegantly transformed into an English country house-style space. Dive into a world of Mediterranean tastes and experience a cuisine truly in harmony with the seasons. Dishes are a celebration of colour and aromas, artfully presented. Live in the moment while enjoying a spectacular meal in the delightful garden or the elegant restaurant. The spacious lounge is perfect for a cocktail or a nightcap as the finale to an excellent dinner. Lys offer valid throughout the year except for weekends (“weekend is defined as the period from Friday evening to Sunday noon included)
Grand Hôtel du Lac
Hotel and restaurant in town (Vevey) The famous interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon has restored the elegance of this majestic 19th century residence on the shores of Lake Geneva. Rochon has created a universe that celebrates the historic past and combines it with subtle contemporary flourishes. The rooms look out on the lake and the Alps, the spa is exceptional and there is an oriental lounge where rare teas can be savoured. The cuisine gives pride of place to fresh produce, featuring fish from the lake and spices from all over the world. This is an inspirational place; Anita Brookner wrote her novel Hôtel du Lac within these very walls.
Hostellerie Alpenrose
Hotel and restaurant in the mountains (Schönried) Close to Gstaad and its 250 km of ski slopes, there is a quiet chalet with breathtaking views of the mountains and the glittering glaciers. In summer as well as in winter, the Hostellerie Alpenrose is incredibly charming and is the ideal starting point for excursions into truly unspoilt landscapes. After some brisk outdoor activity, the cosy rooms, pampering in the wellness-center and delicious gourmet cuisine guarantee ultimate well-being at alpine altitudes.
Hôtel de la Cigogne
Hotel and restaurant in town (Geneva) The Saint-Pierre Cathedral, the Reformation Wall, the fountain, the English garden… The discovery of Geneva’s cultural wonders begins with a stay in this hotel located in the heart of the city. The golden stork which stands above the door sets the tone of this stunningly decorated palace, with its baroque fountain, Belle Epoque fresco and tall stone columns… In the kitchen, original dishes accentuate the enchantment, with the roasted catfish served with thinly sliced marinated pumpkin and chopped nuts. Geneva, I love you…
Le Chalet d’Adrien
Hotel and restaurant in the mountains (Verbier) In a picture-postcard setting with unbelievable views of snowy peaks, Le Chalet d’Adrien seems to cling to the mountainside. It overlooks Verbier, one of the most charming high altitude resorts in Switzerland. In winter it is an unrivalled ski paradise, and in summer the high mountain pastures are the perfect place for magnificent hikes. Matching wood panelling and fabrics, antique furniture, books and objets d’art scattered around in a homey way all combine to create a charming, cosy atmosphere from which the pristine beauty of the landscape can be enjoyed. The pool looking onto the mountains, and the spa are an invitation to well-being. The restaurants feature the culinary flavours of nearby Italy and showcase Valais products and wines.
Lys offer valid in low season from 1 November to 31 March – except for mountain properties: from 1 May to 30 November
Hostellerie Du Pas de L’Ours
Hotel and restaurant in the mountains (Crans-Montana 2) Skiing on the world-renowned slopes of Crans-Montana is not the only pleasure in store for you at this delightful chalet. The suites and junior suites have open fireplaces, jacuzzis and views of the snow-covered mountain peaks, and the chalet has a Spa. The beautiful interiors feature wood and stone walls. Everything here is truly charming, especially the painting of Felix, Pas de l’Ours’s former resident donkey. In a cosy atmosphere, the Bistrot des Ours gives pride of place to local flavours, whilst in the gourmet restaurant the chef invites you to savour a selection vegetables, milk-fed lamb, bass, sea bream, mullet, venison and other culinary treats.
Le Vieux Manoir
Hotel and restaurant on a lake (Murten-Meyriez) Imagine a grand, charming residence in the lakeside landscapes of the Fribourg Jura, with its extraordinary sunsets and magical plays of light. At Le Vieux Manoir, delight in an exceptional setting and the same dedication to hospitality that this hotel has been renowned for over one hundred years. Take part in the numerous activities on offer and discover the gentle pleasures of staying here, whether they be culinary or cultural. Lys offer valid throughout the year except for weekends (“weekend is defined as the period from Friday evening to Sunday noon included)
Hotel Walther
Hotel and restaurant in the mountains (Pontresina) There is a very special canton in Switzerland; a canton where the people speak Romansh, Italian and German. A canton where the famous author Johanna Spyri drew inspiration for her famous novel, Heidi. A canton whose railway line from Thusis over the Bernina pass to Tirano has been added to the Unesco World Heritage list. It is the canton of Graubünden. This is the location of Hotel Walther, a fairytale castle that appears out of nowhere. Walther has been an elegant hotel for over one hundred years. The “wellness oasis” has a waterfall and the Cristallino stone grotto is unique in Europe. This grotto is an extraordinary sauna in an igloo made of Andeer granite. Another speciality is Hotel Walther’s own recipe, marinated Bernina-Bresaola served in the restaurant La Stüva.
Walserhof
Restaurant and hotel in the mountains (Klosters) At the Walserhof, hospitality, personal service and joie de vivre have been elevated to a completely new level. This is an intimate hotel, located in one of the most beautiful sites of the region, which combines the atmosphere of a ski resort and the idyllic charm of a village in Graubünden. A place where you can leave all your cares behind. The culinary delights at the restaurant Walserstube are based on a cuisine that is both traditional and creative, reinvents itself permanently, is a feast for the eyes and the palate, highlights the flavours, accompanied by excellent wines from the region and further afield.
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in a village (Hägendorf)
