Hôtel Royal – Evian Resort France
Hôtel Royal – Evian Resort
960 Avenue du Leman, 74500 Neuvecelle, Évian-les-Bains, France
www.hotel-royal-evian.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Evian Resort
Shareholders
Danone group
Date of Creation
1909
Hotel General Manager
Mr Marc FIGUEIREDO
Hotel Positioning
5-star Luxury, Member of The Leading Hotels of the World
Hôtel Royal – Evian Resort
History & Story
In 1905, the evian mineral water company commissioned the construction of a luxury hotel. A name was needed that would reflect the prestige of its future guests including king edward VII of england who had promised to be one of the first to stay at the new hotel. As so it was that the royal hôtel opened on 16th june 1909. The king died in 1910 without ever having visited the suite set aside for him. The name “royal” remained.
Date Renewal
July, the 3rd 2015. Entrusted to interior designer François Champsaur, and head architect of historic monuments, François Chatillon, the renovation of the hôtel Royal was a large-scale project while combining historic heritage with the latest trends in contemporary design.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Entrusted to interior designer François Champsaur, and head architect of historic monuments, François Chatillon, the renovation of the hôtel Royal was a large-scale project while combining historic heritage with the latest trends in contemporary design.
Location
Ideally located between Lake Geneva and the French Alps, Hotel Royal enjoys an exceptional setting and views in the heart of a 42-acre park. Easily accessible, the Hotel Royal is just 45 km far from Geneva international airport. The town with pedestrian streets and architecture from the beginning of the century really offers a true French Art the Vivre experience.
Key sites/activities in the area
The Evian mineral water spring and Thermal bath with the famous Evian mineral water swimming pool but also Yvoire medieval town or Chillon Castle, luxury shopping in Geneva or Lausanne, the Mont-blanc and Aiguille du midi. The region is also well-known for its gastronomy experience with cheese or chocolate factories visit or wine tasting in UNESCO classified wine yard. Between lake and mountain Evian is also a unique destination for all those who love the great outdoors, offering a wide range of water-based and mountain activities.
Fun Facts
Some famous guests along the time : The Sultan of Zanzibar, the Maharaja of Kapurthala and Queen Amélie of Portugal. Sacha Guitry, Yvonne Printemps and Jacqueline Delubac. Greta Garbo The Aga Khan Errol Flynn and Ludmila Tcherina.
In June 2003, the Evian Resort hosted the G8 summit.
Children’s Corner
A place totally dedicated to children’s happiness and fulfilment where they can enjoy activities they choose with specific facilities suited to each age group. Over 1,000 m2 facilities with 5 different areas designed to cater to children based on their age and needs. They can have fun indoors at the covered, supervised pool and paddling pool while a vast safe, outdoor play area awaits them when the weather is fine.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
Number of rooms in all: 150
The rooms have beautiful view on the private park of the hotel or on Lake Geneva.
• Park view :
Sejour Park : 30m²
Residence Park: 40m²
Family room: 43m²
Park suite: 70m²
• Lake View :
Sejour Lake: 30m²
Residence Lake: 40m²
Rotonde Junior suite: 58m² with a panoramic balcony.
Junior Suite Terrace: 62m² with private access, a separate lounge, and a panoramic terrace.
Belle Epoque suite: 94m², with a separate lounge and panoramic balconies.
President suite: 99m², with a separate lounge and a panoramic terrace.
Leman Suite: 92m², with private access, a separate lounge, and a panoramic terrace, and a balcony.
Edward VII suite: 165m², with a large living room and a panoramic balcony.
Royal suite: 207m² with private access, a large living room, and a panoramic terrace.
Experiential Belle Epoque Suites: The Hôtel Royal invites its guests to live their passion for music or golf even in their suite, thanks to a range of exceptional services that immerse them in the worlds of two talented and globally famous personalities.
Details: Experiential Suites – 5-star Royal Hotel Evian. View on lake Geneva (hotel-royal-evian.com)
Restaurants & Bars
• Les Fresques
The restaurant « Les Fresques » has been rewarded once again with a Star by this year’s Michelin Guide 2020 and highlights his cuisine of great finesse.
At the heart of the hotel, Les Fresques dining room offers breathtaking views of Lake Geneva. The panoramic views from the terrace and magnificent frescoes by Gustave Jaulmes that adorn the ceiling beckon you for new culinary experiences.
• Le Bar
The hotel’s trendy and unmissable place to be, at any time of the day. A place that is decidedly elegant and timeless, with subdued music, chatting and sweet treats by our Pastry Chef.
• La Véranda
The restaurant La Véranda, with a ceiling fresco by Marco del Re and views onto the grounds and Lake Geneva, offers a relaxed atmosphere for a culinary worldwide tour. Generous, sun-filled cuisine using fresh seasonal produce awaits you throughout the day.
• L’Oliveraie
In summer, L’Oliveraie takes over from La Véranda. Under the centennial olive trees, lunches are taken near the pool. The restaurant serves Mediterranean-style cuisine.
Wellness
The SPA EVIAN SOURCE®, a place where one feels at home, gently enveloped in the unique Belle Epoque atmosphere, and can delight in the tranquillity and 5-star service. Discretion, bespoke service and a first-class experience are the priorities.
The luxury Spa Evian Source offers a range of unique, exclusive treatments using products by Biologique Recherche and Comfort Zone for well-being and body revitalisation, as well as a hairdressing salon, two heated swimming pools (indoor and outdoor), a hydro-circuit, hot tub and gym.
Corporate & Celebration Events
• The Evian Resort can host all corporate events, for 10 to 1000 people: 2 hotels, 4 and 5 star, 228 rooms, 2 500m² of functional and flexible congress infrastructure, 25 meeting rooms, one wooden auditorium of 1,200 seats, 11 bars and restaurants.
• Enjoy luxury amenities of a five-star hotel with panoramic view to organize reception or weddings.
Extra Notable Features
• Evian Resort Golf Club and Academy: 18-hole course (6595 yards – Par 72) A legendary championship course combined with the beauty of its exceptional setting, the Evian Resort Golf Club, hosts every year only major in continental Europe.
• The Golf Academy : Unique in the world, whether for training, improving or simply having fun… all of golf’s constraints are removed to keep only the best of the game.
• The evian® Thermal bath Using the all the evian® mineral water’s therapeutic benefits to accompany cellular recovery or renewal. An extensive range of treatments using evian® natural mineral water is available to provide deep relaxation, release tension and activate blood circulation…
• The Sport and culture services : From skiing in Les Portes du Soleil, the world largest cross-border ski domain in winter or enjoying all year round outdoor activities as competitive running, via ferrata, hiking and mountaineering. But also experimenting in summer the enchanting Riviera atmosphere of the lake, a blend of yachting, rowing, sailing, water skiing, canoeing, paddling or just enjoying a nice swim.
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
2015
• Best Luxury Golf Resort – World Luxury Hotel Awards
2013-2014
• France’s Leading Spa Resort –World Travel Awards
• France’s Leading Golf Resort –Association of Professional Women’s golf tournaments
Number of employees
1400