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The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva
Geneva, Switzerland · Ritz-Carlton · Grand Luxury
The Ritz-Carlton Hôtel de la Paix, Geneva occupies a Neo-Renaissance building inaugurated in 1865 as Hôtel de la Paix, named for the peace negotiations conducted within its walls, including the 1872 Alabama Claims arbitration between the United States and Britain. Standing on Lake Geneva's shore, the hotel helped shape Geneva's role as a center of international diplomacy. Princess Grace Kelly was a celebrated regular guest, and her name still marks the suite that commands lake views toward Mont Blanc. A major renovation in 2017 brought the property under The Ritz-Carlton.
- 74 rooms
- Opened 1865
- Neighborhood: Quai Wilson / lakefront
- Rooms from 753 sq ft (70 m²)
- Architect: Jean-Marie Gignoux
- Interiors: B3 Designers
About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva
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- Opened in 1865 as Hôtel de la Paix, a historic hotel on Lake Geneva shores that hosted crucial diplomatic meetings like the International Congress of Peace and Alabama arbitration between US and England representatives.
- Entry-level rooms start at 753 sq ft (70 m²).
History
Opened in 1865 as Hôtel de la Paix, a historic hotel on Lake Geneva shores that hosted crucial diplomatic meetings like the International Congress of Peace and Alabama arbitration between US and England representatives. It welcomed notable figures including Princess Grace Kelly. The building features Neo-Renaissance architecture and underwent major renovation in 2017 under The Ritz-Carlton management.
The setting
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva stands at Quai du Mont-Blanc 11 in a building inaugurated in 1865, named for the peace negotiations conducted within its walls, including the landmark Alabama Claims arbitration of 1872 that shaped Geneva's international vocation. Grace Kelly was a celebrated regular guest, lending her name to the suite that still commands lake views. L'Horloge Fleurie is seven minutes on foot, the Bains des Pâquis nine minutes, and the Maison Tavel fourteen minutes. Positioned between two other landmark luxury addresses on this embankment, the property sits at the epicentre of Geneva's premier lakeside corridor. 14-minute walk to Grand Théâtre de Genève. 2.6 km from Palace of Nations.
Restaurants and bars
- Fiskebar — Restaurant
- Dans Le Noir ? — Restaurant
- The Living Room — Restaurant
- FRED Bar — Bar
Amenities
- spa
- fitness center
- concierge
- restaurant
- bar
- pool (not confirmed but typical)
- 24-hour room service
- Fine dining
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star (2026)
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
- Green Key
- Swisstainable Leading Level
- Two MICHELIN Keys
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