Col de la Faucille Gex, France
Renovated
2016
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Local LuxeOutside the door
Mont Blanc panorama chalet
The timber chalet sits high on the pass, looking directly across Lake Geneva toward the Mont Blanc massif.
What it’s good at
Notable
An artifact corridor chronicling pass history, and dining focused on Haut-Jura cheeses.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The chalet-style La Mainaz is blessed with truly extraordinary views, ranging from Lake Geneva to Mont Blanc.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Hiking and ski trails crisscross the Col de la Faucille directly outside, just thirty-five minutes from Geneva.
The rooms
Vintage wooden skis hang above the headboards, and faux-fur blankets dress beds facing the Mont Blanc massif.
At the table
La Table de La Mainaz serves wild trout beside a glass wine cellar, and armchairs encircle the stone fireplace at Le 1720.
How it began
The Part family bought the inn in 1941, hauling water from Fontaine Napoléon until municipal pipes arrived in 1964.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
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.