Location
This establishment is located in the middle of an idyllic park at the entrance to the traffic-free village of Gstaad. It is situated on the language border of the German and French-speaking parts of Switzerland. The region is very easily accessible – by train or car from the lake of Thun, the Lac Léman and Gruyère. There are restaurants, bars and clubs within a short walk of the hotel, while shops, links to the public transport network and the promenade are all just 5 minutes away on foot. Geneva airport is approximately 150 km away.
Facilities
The hotel was built in 1912. Guests have a choice of 8 junior suites, 5 suites and 44 double rooms located in a 5-storey main building and a 3-storey auxiliary building. This hotel has 2 lifts and a 24-hour reception desk. To ensure guests a comfortable and relaxing stay, the hotel provides various services and facilities, including a cloakroom, a safe, a currency exchange service, a TV room, a hairdresser and 4 conference rooms. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Bicycle storage is available to guests. There is a bike hire service as well.
Rooms
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. A balcony or terrace is among the standard amenities of some rooms. Rooms have a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe and a minibar are also available. Guests will also find a mini fridge included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a CD player and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has 57 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
Excellent swimming awaits guests at the indoor pool. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. Those who wish to stay active while on holiday can partake in cycling/mountain biking. In addition, tennis and golf are offered for a fee. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include a gym, callisthenics and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, massage treatments, anti-ageing treatments and a solarium. The hotel offers an entertainment programme for adults (for a fee).
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Half board is offered as a catering option. At breakfast, guests serve themselves at the generous buffet. Various dishes can be ordered à la carte for lunch and dinner. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.