Lakeside Anglophile bolthole
Overlooking the Jet d'Eau on Lake Geneva, the intimate townhouse brings English private-club eccentricity and attentive service to the Swiss waterfront.
“Its 39 guest rooms and six suites are decked out with plush fabrics, colorful furnishings, and eclectic artwork.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Complimentary in-room spirits decanters with a dedicated two-to-one staff ratio beside the lake.
Notable
Eclectic British townhouse interiors with original Miró sketches and signature leopard-print fabrics.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
With only 39 rooms and 6 suites, the Hotel d’Angleterre is a bit more intimate than one might expect.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along Quai du Mont-Blanc, you are steps from the Pâquis lake baths and a brief walk across the river to Old Town.
The rooms
Individually styled rooms feature handmade Swiss mattresses, marble bathrooms, patterned wallpapers, and complimentary decanters of port and whisky.
The gym
- Gym
- On-site urban fitness center with fitness classes and personal training arrangements available.
Dogs stay too.
Le 17 Restaurant
Tables look out across Lake Geneva toward the Jet d'Eau, with seasonal dishes cooked over an open-flame Josper grill.
The historic building retains the feel on an old-school private club with its dark-walled hallways and decadent ornate furnishings, but it is decidedly unfussy.
The Leopard Bar & Lounge
Tufted leather armchairs sit beside the roaring fireplace, and tables are crafted from vintage Louis Vuitton trunks.
How it began
Built in 1872 for Grand Tour travelers, the heritage property reduced its room count in 1995 to create more spacious guest accommodations.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.