Royal
Grand Belle Époque palace with genuine warmth — formal enough for the monumental Gustave Jaulmes ceiling frescoes, relaxed enough for kids running through the park. Marble, rosewood, and Carrara stone meet contemporary design from a 2015 refurbishment. Art is everywhere: Marco Del Re, Tàpies, Alechinsky. It leans family-friendly without losing any of its palace soul.
Book a lake-view room on at least the 3rd floor — views become significantly more dramatic higher up
Why It Matters
One of France's very few officially designated 'Palace' hotels. The only 5-star property in Evian-les-Bains, sitting directly above the source of the world's most famous mineral water. Home to a Michelin-starred restaurant, a 1,700m² evian®-themed spa (France's Best Wellness Retreat 2024 and 2025), and the golf course that hosts the Amundi Evian Championship — the only women's Major in continental Europe.
Inaugurated in 1909 as the self-proclaimed 'most beautiful hotel in Europe,' the Hôtel Royal holds a French government Palace designation and sits on 47 acres of private grounds above Lake Geneva. The Belle Époque main building rises over centuries-old trees, beehives, and a 3,000m² kitchen garden that actually feeds its Michelin-starred restaurant. It hosted the G8 summit in 2003, and royalty from Queen Elizabeth II to Aga Khan III have kept private apartments here.
Where You'll Stay
13 room types available
Belle Époque Suite
94m² suite available on floors 1–4 with 2 furnished lake-view balconies. The name says it all: this is the most overtly period-correct suite, with the original early 20th-century design sensibility in full effect. Sleeps 2 adults, 2 children, or 1 infant. Connecting rooms on request.
94 sqmÉdouard VII Suite
165m² two-bedroom suite on the 5th floor named after King Edward VII, the monarch who inspired the hotel's founding. Panoramic lake views from a 20m² balcony with sun loungers. Private bar in the sitting room. Sleeps 4 adults and 1 infant — the best two-family or multi-generational option.
165 sqmFamily Room
43m² room purpose-built for four. The sofa converts into a bunk bed for 2 children. Park view with furnished balcony. Connecting rooms available for larger groups. For families wanting even more space, the Family Suite offers a step up.
43 sqmJunior Suite Rotonde
58m² suite occupying the curved rotonde section at the centre of the hotel's facade — the architectural sweet spot. Lake Geneva views, sitting area, bathroom with both shower and bathtub. Sleeps 2 adults and 1 child. Connecting rooms on request.
58 sqmJunior Suite Terrace
62m² suite on the 6th floor with a private 20m² terrace overlooking Lake Geneva. Sofa bed, marble bathroom with natural daylight. One of the best lake-view options for couples who want outdoor space without going all the way to the Royale.
62 sqmLéman Suite
92m² lake-view suite on the 6th floor with both a furnished balcony and a private 10m² terrace. Sofa converts to bunk bed for 2 children — good for families who want a step up from the Park View Suite. Named for the French name for Lake Geneva.
92 sqmLumière Suite
99m² suite with a large furnished balcony and panoramic Lake Geneva views. Bathroom with shower and bathtub. Sleeps 2 adults and 2 children. The name — Lumière, meaning 'light' — is apt: lots of natural light floods in from the lake-facing aspect.
99 sqm
Park View Suite
70m² suite overlooking the hotel grounds. South-facing with a furnished balcony. Sleeps 2 adults and 2 children (sofa converts to bunk bed). Restored period furniture — mahogany, rosewood, satinwood — alongside Carrara marble bathrooms.
70 sqmRésidence Lake View Room
47m² lake-facing room ideal for 2 adults and 1 child. The extra 7m² over the lake-view Séjour is meaningful at this size. Furnished balcony on most floors. Connecting room possible on request.
47 sqmRésidence Park View Room
40m² room with park views. Sleeps 2 adults and 1 child (up to age 13) or 1 infant. South-facing with furnished balcony (except 5th floor). Accessible rooms available. Connecting room available on request — good for families who need flexible space.
40 sqmRoyale Suite
The hotel's flagship. 207m² on the 6th floor with 60m² of private terraces overlooking Lake Geneva. Two bedrooms, two marble bathrooms, private bar. Sun loungers on the terrace. Sleeps 4 adults and 1 infant. As grand as it gets in Evian.
207 sqmSéjour Lake View Room
27m² room with direct Lake Geneva views and a furnished balcony. Same footprint as the park-view Séjour but the lake panorama makes a significant difference — worth the supplement for couples making a romantic trip of it.
27 sqmSéjour Park View Room
Entry-level room with park views and a furnished balcony (5th floor rooms have no balcony). South-facing. Marble bathroom with shower. Compact but refined — good for solo travellers or couples who plan to spend most time in the grounds or spa.
27 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The resort's casino in the town of Évian-les-Bains, accessible by hotel shuttle. Features 200 slot machines, 37 electronic gaming stations, and 9 traditional tables including the only French roulette on Lake Geneva.
Guided ski excursions to Bernex or Thollon-les-Mémises (15–20 min, lake views), or full-day to Les Portes du Soleil (50 min, 12 French/Swiss resorts).
Guided e-MTB rides along the region's most scenic trails, suited to all abilities. 15 min transport from hotel.
Guided mountain hikes from the lake shores to Alpine peaks via mountain pastures, led by certified mountain guides. Transport included.
The hotel's private futuristic speedboat connecting the property to Geneva Airport in under 45 minutes. Also available for private Lake Geneva crossings and excursions.
World-class 18-hole golf course (The Champions Course) host of the Amundi Evian Championship, the only women's Major in continental Europe. 2 minutes from the hotel by private shuttle. A second course, The Lake Course (6 PAR 3s), suits beginners. Indoor golf simulator at the hotel year-round.
Aerial tour of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc from the hotel's own helipad. Up to 50 minutes.
Gondola flight over the Chablais region — lakes and mountains from altitude. Up to 120 minutes. 50 min transport from hotel.
Tandem paragliding from Thollon-les-Mémises, one of the best sites overlooking Lake Geneva. 30 min transport.
Free for all hotel guests aged 3–17. A 1,000m² dedicated space with treasure hunts, tennis courses, ski lessons, music workshops, multi-sports pitch, and karaoke evenings. Baby Club (4–36 months) available with a supplement. One of the most comprehensive hotel children's programmes in France.
Private boat for 6–12 people with skipper, exploring Lake Geneva and the Swiss and French Alps shoreline.
1h15 whitewater descent alternating fast and calmer sections. Excellent for families and groups.
Guided wellness walks through the hotel's private woodland grounds, focusing on mindfulness in nature.
Three tennis courts, two padel courts, and three pickleball courts in the hotel grounds. Lessons and workshops available through the resort's Tennis & Racket Sports Club, in partnership with Lux Tennis. Open to hotel guests; also accessible with Évian Resort Membership.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Conference and event facilities — the hotel hosted the G8 summit in 2003. Full MICE capabilities with lake views.
Full room service menu covering all meals, drinks, and afternoon snacks.
Open 24 hours a day for hotel guests.
The hotel's own kitchen garden supplies seasonal produce directly to Les Fresques and La Véranda restaurants. Guests may walk through it freely.
Pets welcome at €35 per day (food not included). Must be kept on a lead. Not permitted in restaurants, near pools, or at the golf club.
Outdoor pool with Lake Geneva views. Available to hotel residents 7am–11pm.
Indoor pool within the 1,700m² evian®SPA. Available to hotel residents 7am–11pm.
Dedicated pool area for young guests within the Kid's Resort area.
In-house boutique with fashion, accessories, jewellery, swimwear, and Hôtel Royal branded products (candles, perfume diffusers, scarves). Open Monday–Sunday 11am–7pm.
Evian natural mineral water complimentary throughout the stay — always on request, always included.
Full Palace-level concierge service, including Le Bureau des Guides for curated activity bookings.
One of the few hotels in France still employing a full-time in-house floral team, led by head florist Jean-Marie Pahon.
Indoor golf simulator at the hotel allows guests to play all year round.
Funicular connecting the hotel to downtown Évian-les-Bains.
Free shuttle service between hotel, golf club, and other Évian Resort properties and the town of Évian-les-Bains.
On-site helipad at the Hôtel Royal. Helicopter transfers from Geneva Airport in 15 minutes (from €1,900).
Electric bicycles available for hotel guests to explore Évian-les-Bains.
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