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D'ANGLETERRE – GENEVA
Historic Luxury on the Lake Shore
Set along the row
of grand hotels on the edge of Lake Leman on Geneva’s
Riviera, the Hotel d'Angleterre is an intimate 5 star luxury hotel of
only 35 rooms, and part of the Leading Hotels of the World and Carnation
groups. This luxurious elegantly renovated property offers exceptional
service and attention to detail. The individually designed suites and
rooms combine classic traditional charm and with all the modern amenities.
The lakefront rooms of this hotel offer panoramic views of the lake with
its high shooting Jet ‘D’eau and paddle wheel steamers with
the majestic views of the French Alps and Mont Blanc beyond. Hotel
D’Angleterre’s
spacious, air-conditioned rooms feature elegant furnishings and luxurious
bathrooms with bathrobes and slippers
and soundproof windows. Guests at Geneva’s Hotel D'Angleterre
are welcomed with a drink, homemade chocolate, and fresh fruit. The
UN headquarters, financial district, the old town of Geneva and
the shopping boutiques are within easy walking distance. The hotel
has been voted
on a number of “best in Switzerland” lists.
The
name of the hotel derives from its popularity among the class of English
travelers to the lake shore in the days of the Grand Tour.
The current building dates from 1872, designed by celebrated hotelier
architect
Anthony Krafft (see Krafft
Hotel Basel), conceived as a luxury stop
for wealthy tourists to Geneva with 30 rooms and extended again in
1910.
However, the current hotel has a connection to an extraordinary history.
It replaced an earlier Hotel d’Angleterre (now gone and located
where an office building stands next to the Hotel
de la Paix) when
the Secheron district was a suburb of Geneva, and among its guests
where
Mary and Percy Shelley, who stayed there before taking up
a private rental across the lake near Lord Byron’s Villa
Diodoti. In fact, it may have been the view of Mont
Blanc from one of
the rooms of the older Hotel d’Angleterre which inspired parts
of the writing of Frankenstein (see Mary
Shelly Memoir Frankenstein Diaries).
Windows Restaurant
Take in the enchanting vista of the lake and distant mountains to experience five star international cuisine, matched with an extensive Wine List guided by the hotel’s sommelier in first class professional. For a private gathering or event the stunning L'Observatoire, an exclusive, air-conditioned, private wing within Windows Restaurant offers even more elevated views over the lake as its glass conservatory style design makes it one of the most sought after dining locations in Geneva.
Leopard Bar & Lounge
The
d'Angleterre is renowned of the lakeside quay for its Leopard Bar and
Lounge, in a fanciful version of a turn-of-the-century
library style bar mixed
with safari theme
of leopards. Sink into the deep leather chairs, surrounded
by tables made from authentic vintage Louis Vuitton suitcases
and a variety
of Leopard
paintings and sculptures. Purr with the cats to to live
music 6 nights a week when the lake is aglow with the long summer sun,
or in cooler season relax in front of the fireplace
for
a
fun night
out with friends
or a relaxing bite to eat in stylish surroundings.
Afternoon Tea
Faithful to its name and heritage of catering to the English touring class the Hotel d'Angleterre pays proper respect to the traditional ritual of Afternoon Tea. There's no better setting in which to indulge in this much-loved pastime in the company of friends or family with an array of treats awaits from finger sandwiches to homemade pastries, accompanied by an extensive tea menu or perhaps a glass of Champagne, or Absynthe, if you’re feeling particularly romantic. © Bargain Luxury Travel
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