Hotel du Grand Lac Excelsior in Montreux
✅ Many rooms offer balconies with fantastic views of Lake Geneva ✅ Large indoor heated swimming pool and sauna praised by multiple guests ✅ Friendly and helpful staff mentioned frequently, including specific praise for reception service ✅ Spacious rooms with high ceilings and well-equipped bathrooms ✅ Hotel provides free public transport passes which guests found useful ✅ Good location near Montreux center, bus stations, and key attractions ❌ Several reviews note that the hotel decor and furnishings are dated and in need of renovation ❌ Some guests reported issues with breakfast quality and limited coffee options ❌ There were complaints about slow check-in and occasional unfriendly front desk staff ❌ Limited free parking spaces (4-6 cars) mentioned as a downside ❌ A few guests noted maintenance issues such as non-working safes and mold in bathrooms ❌ One review mentioned cold swimming pool temperature, contrasting others’ positive comments
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Description
Hotel du Grand Lac Excelsior in Montreux is a four-star establishment built in 2000 and renovated in 2012, offering a variety of room types from Standard Single rooms to Deluxe Suites with lake or mountain views. The hotel is recognized for its spacious rooms with high ceilings, many featuring balconies overlooking Lake Geneva. Guests appreciate the indoor heated pool and sauna facilities, as well as amenities like a restaurant, bar, fitness center, and business facilities. The hotel provides free parking, WiFi, and services such as dry cleaning and luggage storage. While the decor shows signs of age and some guests note the need for refurbishment, the hotel maintains a solid 7.9/10 rating, with cleanliness, amenities, location, and service all scoring around 8/10. Pets are not allowed, and children of all ages are welcome, although additional fees may apply for extra beds or children using existing beds.
Location
Located at Rue Bon Port 27 in Montreux, the hotel sits directly on the shore of Lake Geneva, offering stunning lake and mountain views. It is approximately a 15-minute walk from Montreux town center and about 20 minutes on foot to Chillon Castle. The Maladaire beach is 3.7 km away. The hotel provides free public transport passes at reception, facilitating easy access to nearby bus stations and the Glion funicular, which is a 10-minute walk away. Geneva Airport (GVA) is 66 km from the hotel. Guests can enjoy direct access to the lakeside promenade from the hotel’s back entrance, ideal for scenic walks.
Tips
- Choose a room with a balcony overlooking the lake for the best views.
- Be sure to ask at reception for free public transport passes to explore Montreux easily.
- If you plan to use the pool or sauna, request robes and slippers for added comfort.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
- Breakfast: Continental Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: DinersClub, AmericanExpress, JSB, MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.
Services and facilities
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Terrace
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Bathrobe
- Slippers
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Ironing
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Car rental
- Spanish
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Portuguese
- Arabic
- Tour assistance
- Casino
- Parking
- Swimming pool
- Indoor Pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Fitness facilities
- Massage
- Steam room
- Beauty services
- Sauna
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
- Babysitting and childcare
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Ski storage
- Skiing
- Pets allowed (under 5 kg)
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 3720 m. It takes 56 minutes To the beach!
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel du Grand Lac Excelsior
Does Hotel du Grand Lac Excelsior allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the hotel.
What types of rooms are available at this hotel?
Room types include Standard rooms, Deluxe rooms, Junior Suites, Suites, and Business rooms with various view options such as lake view, mountain view, balcony, and garden view.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is served as a continental buffet but is not included in the room rate and must be paid for separately at the hotel.
How far is the hotel from Montreux city center and nearby attractions?
The hotel is about a 15-minute walk from Montreux center and approximately 20 minutes on foot to Chillon Castle.
Are there any special services for guests at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers free public transport passes at reception, an indoor heated pool, sauna, fitness center, and services like dry cleaning, laundry, and luggage storage.
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Hotel prices for: July - August 2026 calendar
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