Awards and accreditations
A legacy of distinction
Through the years, Beau-Rivage Palace has consistently garnered some of the highest acclaim in the hospitality industry as one of the top hotels in Switzerland. Delve into our awards cabinet and find out more.
Die 150 besten Hotels
Benjamin Chemoul, General Manager of Beau-Rivage Palace, was named “Rising Star of the Year” as part of the 2026–2027 Swiss hotel ranking by Andrin Willi.
101 Besten Hotels
Ranked as the best hotel in the Luxury Palace of the Year 2026 category for the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and South Tyrol).
101 Besten Hotels
Ranked as the best hotel in the Luxury Leisure Hotel of the Year 2026 category – overall winner – in the 101 Best Hotels Switzerland ranking.
101 Besten Hotels
Benjamin Chemoul, General Manager of the Beau-Rivage Palace, was named ICON Hotelier of the Year 2026 at the 101 Besten Hotels awards ceremony.
Falstaff Travel
In 2026, the Beau-Rivage Palace received a score of 100/100 in the Falstaff Hotel Guide.
In 2026, the Spa Guerlain at the Beau-Rivage Palace received a score of 98/100 in the Falstaff SPA Guide.
In 2025, the Beau-Rivage Palace received a score of 100/100 in the Falstaff Hotel Guide.
Ahead Award
In 2025, Tristan Auer received the AHEAD AWARD for the best restaurant interior design in Europe for Pic au Beau-Rivage Palace.
Robb Report
In 2025, Beau-Rivage Palace was named in the 50 greatest hotels in the world by the Robb Report; one of just 12 properties in Europe and the sole Swiss selection. In 2024, Beau-Rivage Palace was ranked by the Robb Report as one of the 20 most beautiful hotels in the world.
Bilanz
In 2025, Beau-Rivage Palace was ranked Switzerland’s Number One City Hotel by Bilanz magazine. This distinction celebrates excellence, warm hospitality, and the dedication of our teams. In 2024, Beau-Rivage Palace was ranked as the fifth best city hotel in Europe, second in Switzerland and number one in French-speaking Switzerland.
Swiss Location Award
We were recognised as one of Switzerland's most prestigious wedding venues by the esteemed Swiss Location Award 2025. This further solidifies our exceptional standing in the private celebration sector.
101 Besten Hotels
Beau-Rivage Palace was ranked Best Hotel in the Grand Resort category in 2025 and ranked among the 9 best hotels in the Luxury City Resort category in 2024.
TravelPulse
In 2023, Beau-Rivage Palace was ranked among the 25 European Hotels to Add to Your Bucket List by TravelPulse.