On the Aare
The hall
For 150 years the Grand Beau-Rivage Interlaken has risen majestically between emerald-green Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, a timeless icon of Swiss hospitality and elegance. Its history is a fascinating journey through the 19th century to the present day, shaped by luxury, grace and incomparable beauty.
1874
In 1874 the Grand Beau-Rivage opened its doors for the first time, welcoming an illustrious line of travellers from all over the world in an atmosphere of unrivalled charm and refinement.
The house before the mountainsLithograph A. Thellung, Zürich
At the gateBeau-Rivage Grand Hotel1895
On 13 June 1895 the post office in Interlaken stamps a letter from the hotel, addressed to Lucerne. The letterhead shows the Grand Hôtel Beau-Rivage between garden and mountains, a carriage drawing up at the gate.
The letterheadInterlaken 13 June 1895
In the gardenPostcard Grand Hôtel1937
In 1937 a poster invites guests to spend the summer in Interlaken: «Rendez-vous au Grand Hotel à Interlaken». On 1 August of the same year, Swiss National Day, the menu of the «Beau Rivage et Grand Hotel» lists Mignon de Boeuf Rossini, Suprême de Sole Cardinal and, to finish, the Coupe «Flore des Alpes».
The posterVacance 1937
The menuDîner 1er Août 1937
In front of the entranceHotel archive«La table est l’un des plus grand charme de la vie.»
Margin of the menu, 1 August 1937
The magnificent banquets, the glittering balls and the intimate gatherings held in the opulent halls of the Grand Beau-Rivage helped to establish its legendary reputation as one of the leading addresses in luxury travel.
The dining roomIn earlier years
At the entranceHotel archiveSince then the hotel has seen a rich history of hospitality, woven with stories of royal visitors, famous artists, influential politicians and distinguished figures from all over the world. Serge Gainsbourg and Johnny Hallyday were among its guests.
Serge GainsbourgHotel archive
Johnny HallydayHotel archive
Legends at the hotelHotel archive
The history of the Grand Beau-Rivage Interlaken is a history of splendour and tradition, a reminder of a bygone era of luxury and elegance that lives on to this day.
The hallColumns and marble
The staircaseThe golden banister
The salonA place to linger
ArrivalIn the hall
The ceilingStucco and chandelier
At the windowIn the hall
The gardenIn front of the house
To the garden sideThe terrace
The façadeBalconies and gables
From the drivewayHöheweg 211
By the riverThe Aare
From the airBetween Höheweg and the AareCareers at the Grand Beau-Rivage
Hospitality is created where people work together with passion, personality and team spirit.
At the Grand Beau Rivage Interlaken we create an environment in which commitment is valued, talents are encouraged and individual strengths are developed. Our hotel combines historic elegance with contemporary hospitality – carried by a team that impresses every day with professionalism, warmth and attention to detail.
When is the reception staffed?
Is there parking?
Will someone collect me from the station?
Is the hotel Swisstainable?
Can I visit the spa without staying overnight?
Where are weddings and celebrations held?
We will gladly advise you on your stay at the Grand Beau-Rivage. Ask us.
