Swissotel Metropole Geneva

Superb Hotel built in 1854 on the city's ancient fortifications, the Swissotel Metropole Geneva Hotel has rejuvenated after 4 years of an intensive renovation process. Everything started with the chain Swissotel in 1998 until Raffles International Hotels & Resorts took over in June 2001.

150 years of tradition and the completion of the ambitious renovation program make of the Swissotel Metropole Geneva the perfect venue for both business and leisure.

Centrally located in the heart of Gevena with magnificent views iver the lake, Swissotel Metropole benefits from a unique location right in the centre of the business and shopping district. It is the perfect Venue to combine business with pleasure. Geneva's Inernational Airport is approximatelly seven Kilometres away and the raiilway station is close proximity to the Hotel.

Distances:

• 10 min walk from Cornavin train station (500 m)
• 15 min drive from Cointrin airport (6.5 km)
• 15 min drive from Palexpo (6.5 km)

Within these 4 years, the Swissotel Metropole has renovated its 127 Rooms and Suites and equipped them with the latest amenities such as Lavazza espresso machine and communication tools such as CD/DVD Players, Desk including Voice Mail, Fax Machine and Modem Connection. All the accommodations are Air-conditioned, tastefully decorated and many have a nice lake view.

Last but not least, the Hotel opened in March 2003 a new Presidential suite of about 300 m . It includes a Living Room, a Dining Room for 12 guests, a master Bedroom and a Bathroom including Jacuzzi, Turkish Bath and Sauna. The Suite also offers the latest technology and equipment such as Plasma screens, B&O Hi-Fi, and DVD Player. Adjoining to the Suite are a Kitchenette and 2 other executive Bedrooms with their own private Bathroom.

Room Types:

• Executive Room on the Lakeside (18 m2) 49 units: The Rooms in that category are on the English garden and lakeside. They all include a king size or two Beds. They have both a Bathtub and a Separate Shower and a second TV set in the Bathroom. Possibility of Connecting Rooms
• Superior Room on the City Side (16 m2) 41 units: The Rooms are facing Rue du Rhone or are located on the sides of the building. They all include a queen size or 2 Beds and a Bathtub in the Bathroom.
• Standard Room on the City Side (14m2) 21 units: The Rooms are facing Rue du Rhone or are located on the sides of the building. They all include a queen size Bed and a Shower only in the Bathroom.

Suites:

• Presidential Suite (280 m2) 1 unit: Renovated March 2003. The Suite, overlooking Lake Geneva includes a Sitting Room for 12 people, a dining Room for 12 and a Master Bedroom with a private Bathroom featuring a Sauna, Turkish Bath and Jacuzzi. In-room facilities will also include two large plasma TV, Wireless Phones, B&O Hi-Fi and DVD Players. Adjoining to the Suite are a Kitchenette and 2 executive Bedrooms with their own Bathroom.
• Royal Suite (80 m2)1 unit: Renovated on summer 2001. Located on the 4 fourth Floor, the Royal Suite is overlooking the lake.The Suite includes a large Living Room and Dining Room, a Bedroom, a Kitchenette and a Bathroom with Jacuzzi Bath and tropical Shower.
• Deluxe Suites (60 m2)3 units: Renovated March 2003. Lakeside or city side. The Suites feature a Foyer, a large Living Room totally separated from the Bedroom, a Bathroom with natural daylight, Bath, separated Shower and Bidet.
• Business Suites (45m2) 4 units: Renovated September 2002. City side.The Suite includes a spacious Living Room partly separated from the Bedroom and a large Bathroom including Bath, Separated Shower and Bidet. The suite can be connected to a Standard Room.
• Junior suite (28m2) 7 units: Renovated March 2002. City or lakeside. A large Bedroom including a small Living Room area and a Desk.

Room Amenities:

• Working Desk
• Modem Connection
• Wireless High-speed Internet Connection
• 2 to3 Phone Lines
• Voice Mail
• Hand free Phone in the Bathroom
• Fax Machine (Executive Rooms and Suites)
• CD/DVD Player
• Cable and Pay TV
• Lavazza Espresso Machine
• Minibar
• A Safe
• Iron/ Iron Board
• Hairdryer
• Bathrobe & Sleepers
• Connectimng Rooms upon request
• Air-conditionning
• Double-glazed windows
• Electronic Keys

• Fitness Centre
• Business Centre
• Wireless High-Speed Internet Connection
• Room Service-open daily from 7:00 - 1:00.Limited menu from 19:00 - 7:00
• 24h Concierge Services
• Valet Parking
• Non-smoking Rooms
• Limousine Services upon request
• Dry Cleaning
• Free Newspapers
• Wake-up Call
• Currency Exchange
• Babysitter upon request
• Massages upon request

The Restaurant Le Grand Quai can cater for every taste and has just launched a seafood buffet, every Thursday evening. The Bar with its leather seats and soothing jazz music is offering a caviar menu and an assortment of champagne and vodka.