Best of the Best 2018 - 554
BELLEVUE PALACE B ER N , SWITZER LA N D N E I G H B O R H O O D Zurich, Interlaken, Lucerne Savvy travelers in Bern choose BELLEVUE PALACE for its remarkable hospitality - much more than a good place to stay, it's a true home away from home. From the BELLEVUE PALACE you may explore the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site of the old town of Bern; the surrounding cheese, chocolate and confectionary factories; and venture out to the Alps, all within close reach. The hotel neighbors the Swiss Parliament Building and, as the official Guesthouse of the Swiss Confederation, it has hosted notable guests for more than 150 years. All Deluxe rooms and the Restaurant VUE feature panoramic views of the River Aare and the Alpine peaks. VIRTUOSO AMENITY HOTEL TIP $100 value food and beverage credit per stay. Allow the hotel's concierge to arrange a delicious cheese tasting at the famous cheese shop Chäsbueb situated a few steps from the hotel. Distance from Zurich Airport (ZRH): 75 minutes Size: 128 rooms Room Style: Contemporary Vibe: Sophisticated ADVENTURE CITY LIFE LANDMARKS INTERCONTINENTAL DAVOS DA VOS, SWITZER LA N D N E I G H B O R H O O D Flüela Mountain Pass The future of travel has arrived at the foot of the Flüela Pass in the Swiss Alps, and it is the InterContinental Davos. This glimmering steel orb, set high above Lake Davos, resembles a golden spruce cone, and the inventive gastronomy served at three distinctive restaurants is out of this world. Parquet flooring and plush accents adorn the 216 individually appointed rooms and suites; absorb the Alpine splendor from your private balcony. After a day on the slopes, soothe tired muscles at the spa, which features a heated indoor/outdoor pool. The Kids and Teens Club engages tots to teens, as do blockbuster films in the cozy cinema. VIRTUOSO AMENITY HOTEL TIP Access to Club Lounge; welcome bottle of wine; and $100 value hotel credit per stay. An exclusive partnership with Audi gives hotel guests the chance to test drive various models next to the lake or through the Alps during summer months. Distance from Zurich Airport (ZRH): 98 miles/158 km 554 Size: 216 rooms Room Style: Contemporary Vibe: Hip ADVENTURE WELLNESS SKI BEAU-RIVAGE, GENEVA GEN EVA , SWITZER LA N D N E I G H B O R H O O D By the Lake, City Center Beau-Rivage, unique and different, masters the harmony between its historic classic atmosphere and a vibrant modern touch. The new celestial floor offers breathtaking views over Lake Geneva, its water fountain and the Mont-Blanc. Spectacular rooms and brand-new duplexes and suites that measure up to 250 square meters, with a private spa bathed in daylight, exceptional views, unique volumes and comfortable beds from which you can admire the stars. Its Michelin-star restaurant, Le Chat-Botté, serves modern French cuisine and offers a unique experience at the chef's table with a special menu prepared by Dominique Gauthier. VIRTUOSO AMENITY HOTEL TIP $100 value voucher for gastronomic restaurant Le Chat-Botté (or The Bar on weekend) per stay, and homemade chocolates in room. The hotel is within walking distance of exclusive shops and Old Town; private limousine transfers and excursions can be arranged. Distance from Geneva Airport (GVA): 15 minutes Size: 94 rooms Room Style: Classic Vibe: Sophisticated CITY LIFE LANDMARKS SKI