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ART & DESIGN
A family home since 1865, Beau Rivage has crossed
the centuries without ever ceasing to evolve. Under the
dynamic guidance of its many directors, all members
of the same family, the hotel has successfully grown
and innovated whilst standing in the tradition of great
hotels.
5th generation director Alexandre Nickbarte is intent
to “help the House develop as it has done for the past
150 years, whilst efficiently innovating”.
A graduate from the Ecole Hôtelière Lausanne and
holder of a MBA in digital marketing, Alexandre has
worked for several international businesses. His
eclectic professional path allows him to approach
projects under a different perspective and, when he
joined the family firm in 2010, he brought with him
youth, an external perspective and ground breaking
ideas.
In the spirit animating the Mayer family, Alexandre
wants to preserve the spirit of his ancestors whilst
adding a modern touch. Today, he is steering a project
to renovate 25 rooms and 8 new suites that face the
lake and all have a very specific atmosphere. “It is a
destination within the destination”, he likes to say.
He is also busy with the revamp of the gastronomic
restaurant hand in hand with Chef Dominique
Gauthier and restaurant manager Vincent Debergé,
in order to reorganise the dining area to trigger
discovery and surprise and to offer its clients a unique,
comprehensive experience at Le Chat Botté.
Today, the hotel boasts 15 suites, including two
Presidential Suites offering unparalleled views over
the lake and water jets. Measuring between 90 and
250 m2, the suites are adjacent and communicate,
offering various configurations to fulfil the particular
requirements of the guests.
Food-wise, there are 3 restaurants at the hotel. In
addition to the famed Michelin starred gastronomic
restaurant Le Chat Botté, which will soon celebrate its
fiftieth birthday, the hotel also houses a gastronomic
Thai restaurant and a bar/restaurant open each day.
Now that summer is on its way, the terrace opens
for the greatest pleasure of diners who will be able to
enjoy the good weather. Clients can enjoy a drink or
some food whilst admiring Geneva, its lake, the water
jet and the Mont-Blanc massif.
The Director is already planning works to refurbish
the bar and public areas. The goal of the hotel is to
continuously reinvent itself to keep hold of its unique
atmosphere, making it a timeless, pleasant living area.
“Beau-Rivage is endlessly reinventing itself, perfectly
combining its classic atmosphere with a touch of
modernism and dynamism. We are passionate about
pampering our guests and want them to feel at home”
A. N-M.
www.beau-rivage.ch
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