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The Insider.Issue 1 JUNE | 2021 THE INSIDER.ISSUE 1 THE LEGEND OF SISSI Each crown has its jewel and the jewel in Beau-Rivage’s crown is the Sissi Terrace Suite, where great history meets the present day. LA TERRASSE BY DOMINIQUE GAUTHIER Summer pop-up restaurant LUNCH AND DINNER, FROM TUESDAY TO SATURDAY INCLUSIVE ALBERTINE’S What could be a more perfect spot than the stylish, hushed atmosphere of the bar at Beau-Rivage Genève to spend time relaxing and enjoying oneself? 13 Quai du Mont-Blanc, 1201 Genève - Suisse Hotel Beau-Rivage Genève, the luxury of authenticity, a historical gem, an iconic hotel. Step into history and experience excellence. You are at hotel Beau-Rivage Genève. Surrounded by the magical setting of Lake Geneva and the Alpine peaks, let yourself be swept up the unparalleled elegance and unique art of living at our private hotel whose unmatched charm has been alive for over 150 years. 2 CONTENT 06 SERVICE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ATTENTIONS 10 THE LEGEND OF SISSI In 1898 SISSI TERRACE 11 PRIVATE WELLNESS 20 Take the time to relax your mind and body by the lake and mountains. 26 Experience complete fulfilment of your senses in your own exceptional 16 MEETINGS & private spa with with jacuzzi bathtub and private hammam, CULINARY EVENTS in our Beau-Rivage Signature rooms or in our Suites. EXPERIENCE WEDDING ALBERTINE’S MAGICAL MOMENTS Enjoy a signature massage in our contemporary and elegant setting DUO OF GREAT PASTRY CHEFS dedicated to beauty and well-being, La Suite Beauté Bellefontaine. LA TERRASSE BY DOMINIQUE GAUTHIER 30 LE CHAT-BOTTÉ BELLEFONTAINE FROM CHF 1’100 PER NIGHT WINE CELLLAR LA SUITE BEAUTÉ CHECK AVAILABILITY 4 SERVICE AN ARRAY OF SERVICE TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS. The most beautiful attentions For us, your time is precious and your experience here with us what matters most, which is why our priority is to fulfil every one of your requests, from the simplest to the subtlest, ensuring you feel at home, and always accompanied our service from the heart. Our Golden Keys concierges are masters in the art of hospitality, enhancing your experience at Beau-Rivage Genève through constant anticipation of your needs, complete discretion and exceptional thoughtfulness. Make the most of your stay while our passionate, professional staff look after you... Raphaël, Concierge Clés d’Or 6 7 ELEGANT Beau-Rivage Genève is more than just a hotel. It is a home with a heart, beating to the rhythm of generations generations of mastering the art of hospitality for more than a hundred and fifty years.Pages of history have been written within these walls. People who have changed the world have walked these corridors, but the spirit has always remained the same. Beau-Rivage Genève stands proud amongst the greatest luxury hotels, but it has always remained a family home, whose lodestar is passion. The suites reflect this passion. Each suite has its own character, its own soul. Designer Pierre-Yves Rochon has brought his touch of genius to the new suites, the Lake View Loft Suites, the Imperial Suite and the Royale Suite. Everywhere the best craftsmen have created exceptional works: with marble and marquetry, stained glass, draperies and embroideries. Everything has been imagined with one goal in mind: to make guests feel even happier here than at home. ROBERT HERR GENERAL MANAGER 8 9 THE LEGEND OF SISSI THE PERSONALITIES WHO HAVE LEFT THEIR MARK While the history of the hotel has undeniably been enriched by the extraordinary destiny of its famous visitors, history with a capital H arguably requires exceptional places such as Beau-Rivage Genève to make things happen. 1898 In 1898, Geneva becomes the last stage in the life of the restless Empress Sissi. On September 9, she boards a paddle steamer in Montreux and travels across the lake to visit Baroness Rothschild. Sissi spends the night in Hotel Beau-Rivage Genève. In the early afternoon of the next day, she and her Hungarian lady-in-waiting, Countess Irma Sztáray, depart in order to reach the liner “Genève” for their return to Montreux. Directly in front of the ship, the Italian anarchist Luigi Lucheni stabs the empress with a sharpened file. Sissi is still able to board, but not until after the ship has cast off is the seriousness of her injury recognized. The liner returns to the jetty. After a one-hour struggle for her life, the Austrian Empress dies in her suite in Hotel Beau-Rivage Genève at 2:40 p.m. at age 61. Halfway between Pont du Mont-Blanc and the crossing to Rue des Alpes, a small bronze plaque on the railing of the lakefront and a statue of Sissi in Rotonde du Mont-Blanc both serve as reminders of her assassination. In the former suite of the Empress in Hotel Beau Rivage, some of Elisabeth’s personal items and reminders of her day of death, including a silk ribbon stained with blood, have been saved. In the Basilica of our Lady of Geneva a colorful church window with an inscription and date commemorates PRINCESS Sissi’s death with compassion: The portrayed Saint Elisabeth displays the features of the Empress of Austria. ELISABETH 10 11 THE LEGEND OF SISSI CAPACITY 85 m2 SISSI TERRACE 2 PERSONS 1 Double bed SUITE Communicating with 1 Beau-Rivage signature room and 1 historical suite lake view SUITE AMENITIES Each crown has its jewel and the jewel in intimate and luminous setting, full of historic View of the lake, water jet, Mont-Blanc and old town Beau-Rivage’s crown is the Sissi Terrace Suite, furniture and precious antiques, such as the King Size Bed where great history meets the present day. very mirror which Sissi herself looked into. The Large bathroom with Hammam, Jacuzzi and shower The Empress had made the hotel her pied-à- apartments lead onto a private terrace facing Professional yoga mats terre and both Geneva and the suite dedicated the lake, the water jet and the Swiss Alps. Nespresso machine to her still carry her perfume. An enchanting, Smart TV Complimentary WIFI Bathroom amenities by Alpeor In-room safe MORE INFORMATION Air conditioning 12 13 THE LEGEND OF SISSI CHECK AVAILABILITY 15 ALBERTINE’S CULINARY ALBERTINE’S What could be a more perfect spot than the stylish, hushed atmosphere of the bar at Beau-Rivage EXPERIENCE Genève to spend time relaxing and enjoying oneself? And what greater privilege than the elegance of our open-air summer terrace overlooking Geneva’s stunning bay for a delightful moment of luxury? CHIC LOUNGE TERRACE ASIAN AND MEDITERRANEAN FLAVOURS Albertine’s is the stylish contemporary chic terrace of Beau-Rivage Genève with a trendy and relaxed atmosphere in the spirit of the Côte d’Azur. It is the fashionable place to be in Geneva for a drink after work… or anytime throughout the day! Chef Dominique Gauthier has created for you a tapas menu of Asian and Mediterranean flavours, designed for an exclusive savory moment to share with friends and family. TRENDY COOL APERO LET US CHEERS TOGETHER! Visit Albertine’s terrace every Thursday and Friday (until August 6th included) from 6pm to 11pm, for a trendy and relaxed atmosphere to the sound of our DJ. Albertine’s is open from 11am to midnight, 7 days a week. MENU ALBERTINE’S | LA TERRASSE BY DOMINIQUE GAUTHIER | WINE CELLAR 16 17 ALBERTINE’S Albertine’s, the bar and its terrace with breathtaking Philippe Rigollot, invited by Beau-Rivage, proposes a DUO OF GREAT views overlooking the lake and Jet d’eau, expands selection of his irresistible pastry creations, already its menu of sweet delights. Yohan Coiffard Pastry well known by the great gourmets. Chef at Beau-Rivage Genève and Philippe Rigollot, 2005 World Pastry Champion and 2007 French And let’s not forget the surprise creation by the PASTRY CHEFS Craftsperson of the Year, combine their talents for talented pastry duo, exclusively for Beau-Rivage the duration of the summer to create an exquisite Genève, honoring the hazelnut they love so much! FOR A GOURMET sweet menu. SUMMER YOHAN COIFFARD Pastry Chef at Hotel Beau-Rivage Genève FROM JUNE 11 TO SEPTEMBER 12 PHILIPPE RIGOLLOT 2005 World Pastry Champion & 14H30 UNTIL 18H00 2007 French Craftsperson of the Year From June 11 to September 12, 2021 MENU 18 19 LA TERRASSE BY DOMINIQUE GAUTHIER Gourmet pleasures can be found at La Terrasse by Dominique Gauthier, a legendary place at Beau-Rivage Genève. Divine lunches on the terrace, and succulent fun-to-share food will be on your wonderful summertime menu! This summer, take time out from the hustle-bustle of Geneva and treat yourself to a moment of emotion and indulgence! SUMMER POP-UP RESTAURANT Beau-Rivage Genève moves into summer mode and invites you to enjoy summertime cuisine by Michelin- star Chef Dominique Gauthier on the hotel’s legendary terrace with its breathtaking view of Lake Geneva and the Alps. In this magical setting, choose from a menu that features refreshing, sunny Mediterranean- style fare for à la carte dining made for sharing, in a welcoming atmosphere all epicureans will adore. A relaxed, stylish summer feel. Lunch and Dinner: Tuesday to Saturday LA TERRASSE MENU BY DOMINIQUE GAUTHIER 20 21 PASSION Inspired by the greatest chefs, crowned with a Michelin star and an 18 out of 20 rating by Gault & Millau, at Le Chat-Botté Chef Dominique Gauthier found an establishment to match his talent. At the helm of Beau-Rivage Genève’s fine-dining institution since 2001, he is above all driven by passion. A passion for refined taste and excellence in his preparations.
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