Smoke on the Water: Hotels for Montreux Jazz Festival

“The world’s most famous jazz festival brings together acts from around the world and a diversity of genres that belies its name. Rock, hip hop, folk, pop and a lot more are all represented in the little Swiss town of Montreux from June into July. Every summer world-class musicians come to the shores of Lake Geneva for two weeks of exceptional live performances. Here are five hotels perfectly placed for joining in the festivities.

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Royal Plaza Montreux & Spa
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A stay at the five-star Royal Plaza Montreux & Spa puts you right on the lakefront, just a few steps from the Montreux Convention Centre, where most of the main events take place. Near the open-air stages and smaller venues dotted along the water’s edge, you’ll be in the heart of the action from the moment you step foot outside the hotel. When you want to escape the crowds for a few hours, head back to your room to enjoy the lake views, or take advantage of the full-service spa and indoor pool.

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Fairmont Le Montreux Palace
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One of the most prestigious hotels in a country known for its prestigious hotels, the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace has a prime position overlooking Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps. Built in 1906, this historic hotel is the definition of opulence, from its Belle-Époque architecture to its lavishly furnished rooms with private balconies. While the main venues are just a stone’s throw away, you can enjoy live music even closer to home at the hotel’s Montreux Jazz Café, which hosts performances most evenings during the festival and throughout the year.

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Montreux Apartment on the Lake
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Offering a home-from-home, Montreux Apartment on the Lake comes with a kitchen, dining area and comfy living room with everything for an upmarket self-catering stay. The apartment has a central location on the picturesque promenade and it’s just a brief stroll along the lakefront to the main concert hall and smaller stages. If you fancy a spot of sightseeing in between the festival events, attractions such as the Montreux Museum, the Freddie Mercury statue (the Queen frontman famously had a home here) and Montreux Casino are within easy walking distance.

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Villa Toscane
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Villa Toscane offers the perks of a high-end resort for anyone with a more modest budget. In the centre of the city in an elegant Art Nouveau building, this three-star hotel has all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable and convenient stay and is the perfect base for exploring the Montreux Jazz Festival. Stay here and you can also get access to the five-star facilities at its sister hotel, the Royal Plaza Montreux & Spa, which is just across the road.

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Grand Hôtel Suisse Majestic
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Whether you’re relaxing in the cigar lounge or out at a show, a stay at Grand Hôtel Suisse Majestic can be as restful or action-packed as you want. Opposite Montreux train station, just a few steps from the steamboat landing jetty, the hotel is ideally placed for exploring the town and beyond. After enjoying a jam-packed day of music, you can unwind in the hotel’s hammam or relax with a drink on the terrace.

Have a look at our hotels in Montreux page for more options.”