The tour takes visitors past Geneva's historic watchmaking monuments and the hundreds of watch boutiques that make the world's watch capital tick. The Geneva Watch Tour describes the city’s horological roots and provides a better understanding of how the city achieved its current unrivaled role on the watchmaking planet. The concept of the Geneva Watch Tour has been taken up by the City of Geneva and many other entities promoting watchmaking in Geneva. As partners of GMT and the Geneva Watch Tour, these hotels offer an ideal starting point for discovering the city.
Hotel de la Cigogne
On Place Longemalle, the Hotel de la Cigogne offers an elegant terrace in the heart of the city. Whether it’s for a lunch break or a moment of relaxation under the shade of a parasol, or for a delightful gourmet evening in the sweetness of a summer night, the menu offers a selection of refined dishes to accompany with a cocktail or a glass of champagne, not to mention the delicious wines recommended by the sommelier. The Hotel de la Cigogne terrace is the must-visit place for a peaceful break, an after-work drink, a gathering with friends, or a romantic tête-à-tête.
Hotel Longemalle
A chic and exclusive boutique hotel, the Hotel Longemalle is carefully furnished in a welcoming designer style, making for a vibrant environment. Within this blend of noble materials, Art Deco lighting and contemporary paintings, special attention has been paid to each detail, resulting in wonderful and trendy spaces bathed in natural light. Watch collectors naturally fall for its lively colors, contemporary furnishings, its chic and relaxed spirit, as well as its soothing atmosphere. Following its complete renovation in 2019, come and discover the elegant Hotel Longemalle. The hotel offers guests the chance to experience something new in a remarkable setting next to the famous Flower Clock.
Hotel Ritz-Carlton Hôtel de la Paix
Located on the iconic shores of Lake Geneva, against the timeless backdrop of Mont Blanc, The Ritz-Carlton Hôtel de la Paix, Geneva, enjoys a prestigious heritage spanning over 150 years. Renowned for its bespoke service, uncompromising elegance and rich culinary tradition, the hotel has undergone thoughtful renovations to embark on a new chapter in its ever-evolving story.
Deeply embedded in Geneva's cultural and social fabric, Hôtel de la Paix has witnessed numerous historic world events since its opening in 1865. With just 74 guestrooms, its boutique size and its prime lakeside location just steps away from the Old Town, it has played host to unforgettable gatherings – from the Alabama Claims dinner in 1872 to a constant stream of distinguished guests through the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries.
Hôtel Métropole Genève and its Winter Met Rooftop
Modern winter decor and delicious, refined tapas are an invitation to rediscover the MET Rooftop Lounge during the winter season. On the fifth floor of the Hôtel Métropole, sheltered by the wood-pellet-heated pergola, the polar-white decor immerses guests in a unique atmosphere. The view is dazzling: the immensity of the lake and the Jet d'eau unfold before you, while the city lights accentuate the magic of this place. The menu features mixologists' creations, gins from around the world and winter classics such as the deliciously regressive house-signature hot chocolate.
InterContinental® Hotel
With a guestbook signed by the likes of Sophia Loren, Martin Luther King and Joe Biden, and an exceptional location overlooking Geneva, the InterContinental® has stood the test of time as a unique and timeless establishment, committed to preserving its memory and soul. It is set in an oasis of calm and greenery, overlooking Geneva’s diplomatic district. The 18-storey contemporary building features 333 thoughtfully decorated rooms, including 56 elegant suites designed by Tony Chi, a Spa Cinq Mondes and an iconic outdoor swimming pool – the largest of any five-star hotel in the city.
