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As the first snowflakes dust the Bernese Oberland like powdered sugar on a Swiss meringue, Gstaad transforms into a cinematic tableau of crystalline serenity. Nestled amid this ethereal landscape, Le Grand Bellevue emerges as a beacon of understated grandeur. Here, affluent wanderers find solace in a world where time slows, fires crackle, and the mountains stand sentinel, evoking the timeless elegance of winter in Switzerland.
Le Grand Bellevue, originally a 1912 Kurhaus, was reimagined in 2014 by owners Daniel and Davia Koetser, blending grand hotel opulence with boutique intimacy. For winter connoisseurs, it embodies Switzerland's luxury ethos: a harmonious fusion of heritage and modernity.
The 57 rooms and suites, from Chic Rooms to the lavish Penthouse Suite, offer light-flooded havens with Nespresso machines, complimentary minibars, and views of snow-capped peaks. Recent guests rave about spacious, impeccably decorated spaces that feel like private chalets, with decor evoking cozy elegance.
Dining elevates the senses: Leonard's, helmed by Chef Francesco de Bartolomeis (16 Gault&Millau points), serves elegant international fare with regional accents. Winter specials include Christmas Eve's 5-course feast and New Year's Eve Dinner, culminating in fireworks. The Sushi Bar offers alpine-fresh nigiri, while Le Petit Chalet's fondue pairs with Toblerone indulgences. Bars like bouquet Cocktail Lounge pulse with vintage glamour and resident DJ sets.
The 3,000m² Le Grand Spa, a sanctuary of thermal oases, features 17 wellness zones. Signature treatments like the Cocoa Indulgence Ritual or Cellular Renewal Facial restore amid jacuzzis and outdoor pools. Fitness enthusiasts enjoy Artis Technogym, Pilates, and outdoor yoga.
Winter beckons with heli-skiing, hot air ballooning, and horse-drawn sleigh rides. Events like the Gstaad New Year Music Festival and Balloon Festival (Jan 24–Feb 1) add cultural depth. Families delight in the Polar Bear Kids Club with Lovell Camps skiing programs.
Leonard’s features regional products in international cuisine. Winter highlights: Tour d'Italia (Jan 30), Valentine's 4-course (Feb 14). The Sushi Bar by Chef Takehiko Yoshikawa offers Tokyo-trained authenticity; Le Petit Chalet serves seasonal fondues. Lounges provide afternoon teas and cocktails. Le Grand Catering extends bespoke experiences nationwide.
Spanning 3,000m², the spa includes a thermal oasis, indoor/outdoor pools, 10 treatment rooms, and fitness and Pilates. Winter therapies: Pressotherapy, Myrsini Metameric Massage, Red Light Therapy.
Le Grand Bellevue captures Switzerland's winter essence. Serene, sophisticated, sustainable, inviting cultural insiders to a realm where luxury whispers eternal.
The photos are “provided by Le Grand Bellevue”.
