The Woodward Hotel, Geneva
More photosThe Woodward is a stunning waterfront retreat located right on the shores of Lake Geneva. The building itself dates back to 1901, originally designed by French architect François Durel in a grand, post-Haussmann style. After a meticulous transformation, it reopened in 2021 as Geneva’s first all-suite hotel, blending historical architecture with modern, residential-style luxury.
Internally, the hotel was reimagined by the legendary designer Pierre-Yves Rochon. His work emphasizes harmony and detail, using rich wood finishes, deep greens, and soft blues to mirror the surrounding Alpine landscape and lake. With only 26 suites, the property feels more like an exclusive private mansion than a traditional hotel.
One of the property’s most impressive features is its massive, two-floor Guerlain Spa, which houses Geneva’s longest indoor swimming pool at 21 meters. For culinary enthusiasts, the hotel is a standout destination, hosting *L’Atelier Robuchon*, the city’s only restaurant boasting two Michelin stars, alongside the vegetable-focused *Le Jardinier*.
Its location on Quai Wilson offers guests an unbeatable view of Mont Blanc and the glistening lake. You are perfectly positioned to enjoy the city’s iconic sights, including the nearby Jet d’Eau, or to take a leisurely stroll along the promenade. Whether you are exploring the historic Old Town or catching a boat for a tour of the lake, The Woodward serves as a sophisticated, peaceful home base in the heart of the city.
Expert reviews
“The repurposed interiors, by the ubiquitous Pierre Yves Rochon, are by turns wild and lavish, demure and delicate. The eclecticism that confronts you when you step in off the street—a deliberately dissonant jolt of crystal, marble, murals, gilded Victorian lacquer, mid-century modernism and Macassar ebony—soon settles down; but that initial impression of fizz and drama lingers.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Swimming pool
- Spa
Location
Recent guest reviews
25 July 2023
Very good
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Skiing
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage
- - Hiking (additional charge)
- - Cycling
- - Hammam
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Water sport facilities on site (additional charge)
- - Beauty services
- - Facial treatments
- - Waxing services
- - Make-up services
- - Hair treatments
- - Manicure
- - Pedicure
- - Haircut
- - Hair colouring
- - Hair styling
- - Body treatments
- - Body scrub
- - Body wrap
- - Light therapy
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Walking tours (additional charge)
- - Themed dinner nights (additional charge)
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
Transport
- - Public transport tickets (additional charge)
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Raised toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available
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