Description
Overview: Swissotel Metropole is an elegant 5-star property offering upmarket accommodation in the heart of Geneva. Highlights include fine dining, a chic gym and an excellent location overlooking the Jardin Anglais, Lake Geneva and the Jet d'Eau.Location: Geneva Old Town is situated just south of the Rhone river and contains many narrow streets and traditional mid-rise properties. Nearby places of interest include the Barbier-Mueller Museum, the cultural hub Place Neuve, the medieval St. Pierre Cathedral and Lake Geneva, which boasts magnificent mountain views and the world's tallest fountain, Jet d'Eau. Local bus services provide fast and easy access to other popular Geneva destinations.Exterior: The hotel occupies a charming traditional property featuring a decorative facade with wrought iron faux balconies, Ionic columns and prominent stonework on the ground floor.Rooms: Junior Suites (Lakeside) are 35sqm and decorated in a traditional style with warm tones, patterned fabrics and classic furniture design. They boast enviable views of the charming Jardin Anglais. Amenities include air-conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV with pay-per-view content, free Wi-Fi, iPod dock, mini-bar, espresso machine, comfortable sitting area, work desk and safe. The marble en-suite bathrooms feature a bathtub and separate walk-in shower.RestaurantsAndBars: Le Grand Quai serves contemporary French cuisine and fine wines in an elegant, modern space, whilst guests can enjoy light meals, tasty snacks, refined cocktails and a range of champagnes in the sumptuous, wood-panelled Mirror Bar. A buffet breakfast is provided every morning and there are plenty of dining opportunities in the vicinity.FamilyInformation: OtherInformation: The hotel provides 24-hour reception, concierge and room service. Chargeable valet parking is possible.