Grand Hôtel du Lac
Hotel and restaurant in town
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. ...Read more
Switzerland, Vevey

Restaurant Le Pont de Brent
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in a village
On the heights of Montreux, between the lake and the mountains, Le Pont de Brent has delighted gourmets for several decades. In this inviting village residence, Grand Chef Stéphane Décotterd passionately continues the work of Gérard Rabaey. Witness the art of carving poultry tableside with masterful dexterity and sample inventive cuisine that features the very best of local produce. Dishes such as crayfish vinaigrette from Lake Geneva and the composition of Boltus mushrooms with fresh almonds are accompanied by smooth Swiss wines, including greats from the Lavaux vineyard. ...Read more
Switzerland, Brent/Montreux

Restaurant Le Cerf
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in a village
Carlo Crisci’s cuisine provides endless joy. This Grand Chef’s passion for innovation pushes him to look with unflagging curiosity for everything that could serve his imagination. Wild herbs, exotic spices and molecular gastronomy have all inspired him without ever detracting from his respect for products. He has been at the Cerf for 30 years and never stops innovating, whilst always remaining loyal to the classical basis of his great cuisine. His passion for the arts is reflected in the china specially designed in collaboration with great craftsmen and in his compositions which are a delight both for the eyes and the taste buds. ...Read more
Switzerland, Cossonay-Ville

Restaurant de l'Hôtel de Ville
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in a village
Benoît Violier deploys his creative talents in the transformed town hall of Crissier. After the renovation of the kitchen and the two dining rooms, the chef-proprietor can now express his art of refinement of the produce. Benoît Violier has three sources of inspiration for his philosophy: Fredy Girardet, Joël Robuchon and Philippe Rochat. “My objective is to refine the produce through perfect preparation and a corresponding seasoning.” In pursuit of this goal, he has developed a very personal style, marked by the flavours of the region, as for the first “Fillettes” and “Bourgeoises” asparagus from Pertuis, served with a mimosa with imperial Ossetra caviar. The sumptuous Adour salmon is a pure delight you should not miss.  ...Read more
Switzerland, Crissier

L’Ermitage de Bernard Ravet
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in a village
Bernard, Ruth, Nathalie, Isabelle, Guy, as soon as guests put their bags down in this family home, they are already on first-name terms with the entire Ravet family, and feel right at home. The Ravets are exceptionally welcoming and have a knack for getting things just right. In the kitchen, Grands Chefs Bernard and Guy Ravet conjure up masterpieces. Isabelle is the pastry fairy. The 16th century winery is classified as a historic monument and, in the boutique, Ruth and Nathalie, renowned sommeliers, select the finest local specialities. ...Read more
Switzerland, Vufflens-le-Château

Hôtel Victoria
Hotel and restaurant in a village
For Toni and Barbara Mittermair, “guests don’t come to the hotel, they come to our home”. This home is beautifully located on the banks of Lake Geneva, with snowy mountain peaks behind. It is a pleasure to sip aperitifs on the terrace, whilst watching the beautiful sunset. This is the very panorama that inspired Jean-Jacques Rousseau’s novel The New Heloise. In the hotel’s restaurant, the chef and his team create simple cuisine inspired by the south of France, such as the rack of Sisteron lamb with herbs accompanied by straw potatoes and ratatouille nicoise. ...Read more
Switzerland, Glion