Rocco Forte Le Richemond is a Geneva institution, occupying an enviable location opposite the Brunswick Gardens and overlooking the Alps, Lake Geneva and the Old Town Cathedral for more than 130 years. From here, I can walk to business meetings as well as exclusive boutiques, making it an ideal hotel in which to combine work and pleasure. Inside, any of 109 welcoming and colorful guestrooms and suites awaits, in addition to the new Spa and the fine Italian restaurant - ask for a table on the outdoor terrace and watch the world go by.

Geneva’s legendary Le Richemond re-opens in summer 2007, following an 18-month renovation designed by John Stefanidis, overseen by Rocco Forte Hotels’ Director of Design Olga Polizzi.

One of the most prestigious hotels in Geneva, Le Richemond first opened in 1863 and was operated by the Armleder family from 1875 until its purchase by Rocco Forte Hotels in 2004. The hotel is located in the heart of the city, just minutes from the business and shopping, and residential districts, with stunning views of the Alps and Lake Geneva.

Following the refurbishment, Le Richemond will have 109 spacious bedrooms including 26 suites. The 230sqm Royal Suite – the Armleder Suite – will feature two terraces with panoramic views of the Alps, the Jura Mountains, Lake Geneva and the Old Town. All rooms and suites will offer work stations and state-of-the-art technology.

The hotel’s restaurant and bar have always been a favourite among the local Genevois. The restaurant, Sapori, will offer authentic Italian cuisine whilst “Le Bar” and its terrace will provide the ideal setting to unwind while shipping cocktails in a vibrant and stylish atmosphere.

For pure relaxation, “Le Spa”, a stunning new facility is being created that will include three individual traditional treatment rooms, one room for couples and one wet room with Vichy shower, a sauna, a Turkish steam room, a fully equipped fitness centre and a relaxation area.

For business events, the hotel will have three meeting rooms and a ballroom, all with natural daylight and equipped with the latest technology.

Geneva enjoys a unique location less than two-hour flight from all the key cities in Europe and Geneva Cointrin airport is only 20-minute journey by car from Le Richemond.

• Number of Rooms: 109
• Children's Programs: Yes
• Private Club/Floor: No
• Seasonal Closures: Geneva's legendary Le Richemond re-opens September 3, 2007, following an 18-month renovation.

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Geneva's legendary Le Richemond re-opens September 3, 2007, following an 18-month renovation designed by John Stefanidis, overseen by Rocco Forte Hotels' Director of Design, Olga Pollizzi.

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