Hotel Royal - Evian Resort: A Belle-Époque Palace Above Lake Geneva

Hotel Royal - Evian Resort is a grande dame of the French shore of Lake Geneva, a belle-époque palace built in 1909 above Évian-les-Bains for the guests of the world-famous spring, and once a favourite of King Edward VII. A Leading Hotels of the World Sustainability Leader at the heart of the wider Evian Resort, it looks across the lake to Switzerland and surrounds itself with gardens, golf and a spa.

The dining is a highlight. Restaurant Les Fresques holds a Michelin star, set beneath ceilings painted by Gustave Jaulmes with lake views, where chef Yohan Fatela's responsible cuisine has earned three Ecotable macaroons; La Véranda offers seasonal cuisine over the lake; and the poolside L'Oliveraie brings Mediterranean lunches in summer.

For a grand, gastronomic stay on Lake Geneva, the Hotel Royal is a benchmark.

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