Suite Talk
With its imposing neo-baroque architecture and sprawling, verdant gardens, the Palace, as it is known locally, has remained a sought-after destination for over 160 years for those seeking an indulgent experience in one of Switzerland’s most breathtaking settings.
As you step through the grand entrance, you are immediately embraced by an atmosphere of sophistication, blending meticulous historical preservation with modern-day discernment, speaking volumes of a legacy that has hosted kings, queens, and luminaries alike. Reimagined by interiors maestro Pierre-Yves Rochon, the luminous Riviera Suite is situated on a quiet corner of the Beau-Rivage wing, unveiling a masterclass in blending heritage charm with contemporary finesse. Marked by an interplay of light and texture, shadows from the grand trees outside waltz across the high ceilings and blond parquet floors, a performance mirrored in the delicate dance of light that plays across the walls, mirrors, and ceilings. The suite’s interiors draw on the natural splendour visible through its generous windows, with motifs and colours reflecting the serene blues of Lake Geneva and the vibrant greens of the hotel’s private park.
The modern traveller’s needs are met with nuance and foresight, where even the shower offers a sensory journey, with aromatic pods that can be inserted with scents such as Zen and Energetic Morning to match the mood of the day. The suite’s state-of-the-art amenities are matched only by the impeccable service that has become a signature of the Beau Rivage Palace – a service that anticipates needs without intrusion. One of only eight signature suites, the Riviera Suite is a testament to this grand-hotel’s enduring legacy of taste and refinement, an homage to the art de vivre that has long been its hallmark.
3 reasons to leave the suite:
1 – PIC
The first spot to visit is the newly renovated PIC restaurant of the world’s most Michelin-starred female chef, marking the 15-year partnership between the Palace and Anne-Sophie Pic. To offer an extraordinary culinary experience, the celebrated chef continues to passionately embrace Swiss regions and their artisans while remaining true to the uncompromising ingenuity that has long linked her cuisine to Gallic gastronomy.
2 – THE SPA GUERLAIN
Renovated in 2020, the Spa at Beau-Rivage is tucked away amidst lush greenery, encompassing 1,500 square metres of tranquillity. Its pièce de résistance is a patio, home to a tree of life whose soft, undulating light imbues vitality to those who wander beneath. Earlier this year, Guerlain unveiled a concept of unprecedented luxury on the vaunted grounds of the hotel, bringing forward a sense of chic that underscores the ultimate in well-being for mind, body, and soul.
3 – CHAPLIN’S WORLD
Once a cherished resident of the Palace, the spirit of Charlie Chaplin now finds a lasting tribute at Chaplin’s World at the Chaplin family’s former estate in Corsier-sur-Vevey. Here, within the manor’s stately walls and across the sprawling expanse of its park, visitors are invited on an intimate journey through Chaplin’s personal world while a stone’s throw away, a newly-added space celebrates the artistic genius of the iconic bowler-hatted figure.
Words S. Hottinger-Behmer
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