An iconic home away from home combining residential elegance with sophisticated socializing, primely situated on Geneva’s breath taking waterfront
The Woodward, hailed as Switzerland’s most celebrated luxury hotel and epicurean hotspot, is now part of Auberge Resorts Collection’s award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences. Selected by The Bastion Collection to manage the grande dame property as of February 1, 2025, Auberge Resorts Collection’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for the brand with the addition of its first Swiss property and the next phase of its ongoing and thoughtful expansion in Europe. Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts Collection is set to open in Florence this March, while Cambridge House, Auberge Resorts Collection will debut in the heart of Mayfair, London, later this year.
“The privilege of welcoming The Woodward into the Auberge family as our inaugural Swiss property is particularly significant for me as a Swiss national,” said Christian Clerc, President and CEO of Auberge Resorts Collection. “Having grown up in Montreux just one hour from Geneva, it is a place very close to my heart. I am immensely proud and excited to be adding Geneva’s finest hotel to our collection.”
The Woodward, set on the city’s most coveted Lake Geneva location, boasts contemporary Pierre-Yves Rochon interiors, two floors of wellbeing centred around The Guerlain Spa and 26 unique and expansive suites, almost all with panoramic lake and alpine views. From sanctuary to social nexus, The Woodward also encompasses a constellation of exceptional dining venues, curated by The Bastion Collection, including Geneva’s only Two Michelin Star restaurant, L’Atelier Robuchon, Le Jardinier, and Bar 37.
The Woodward blends the grandeur and beauty of its post-Haussmann architecture, designed by François Durel at the turn of the last century, with the intimate peace and seclusion of prestigious residential living. The most exclusive luxury mansion on the lake, it offers an endless array of privatization opportunities. Just 26 suites—21 with sweeping Lake Geneva views—are situated throughout the hotel, each uniquely designed to exude its own distinctive character. Mirroring the sublime natural beauty on the hotel’s doorstep, the suites all feature exquisite interiors by Pierre-Yves Rochon and large picture windows welcoming an abundance of light. Luxurious accents range from marble fireplaces in every suite to marquetry panelling and handmade wallpaper with azure touches echoing the lake’s waters. Two suites, including the Royal Suite—the hotel’s largest, with a 10-seat dining room and four lake-facing balconies—offer private elevators.
Hotel residents and locals can join discerning palates from around the world, drawn by extraordinary culinary credentials to The Woodward’s award-winning restaurants, which are part of The Bastion Collection, a globally renowned hospitality group with a collective 10 Michelin Stars since 2019. Alongside the hotel’s signature restaurants, Two Michelin Star L’Atelier Robuchon and Le Jardinier, are the convivial piano and cocktail lounge, Bar 37, set on a veranda with toast-worthy Jet d’Eau views; the Cigar Lounge in its intriguing, former-bank vault setting; and the offsite café and patisserie, Le Comptoir Woodward, a stroll away in the Old Town, all epitomizing epicurean excellence in Europe and beyond.
As Geneva’s only Two Michelin Star restaurant, L’Atelier Robuchon at The Woodward offers a captivating culinary journey, where artistry, innovative techniques and single-ingredient-focused dishes shine. Led by Executive Chef Olivier Jean and Executive Pastry Chef Titouan Claudet—recently named Pastry Chef of the Year 2025 by Gault & Millau and Pastry Talent of the Year 2025 in the international selection by La Liste—creations emerge from a dynamic, interactive open kitchen. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday, the restaurant embodies the theatrical essence of Joël Robuchon’s extraordinary legacy, set against the backdrop of Lake Geneva’s crystal blue shores. Its dramatic 36-seat counter offers guests an immersive view of the culinary mastery in action, while two elegant dining rooms are available for private bookings.
Created by Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli, Le Jardinier at The Woodward is the restaurant’s debut in Europe, following in the accolade-garnering footsteps of its New York, Miami and Houston counterparts. As the epitome of elegant, produce-driven cuisine, it serves as the convivial heart of the hotel, with greenhouse-inspired interiors seamlessly extending onto a tree-lined veranda, offering stunning lake and marina views. Under the daily guidance of Executive Chef Olivier Jean, the menu highlights seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs, connecting guests to nature through seasonal flavours that encapsulate the land’s rich offerings on every plate.
Guided once again by the purity and provenance of nature to nourish wellbeing, The Woodward has dedicated two entire floors—a total of 1,200 square meters (12,920 square feet)—to wellness. At the heart of this sanctuary is The Guerlain Spa at The Woodward, where guests can experience meticulously crafted treatments for face and body by pioneering Parisian beauty brand Guerlain. Six tranquil wellness suites, including one for couples, are complemented by a 21-meter (68-foot) indoor swimming pool—Geneva’s longest—as well as a comprehensive fitness centre and extensive hydrotherapy areas. Members of Club Woodward enjoy unlimited access to the hotel’s wellness facilities along with exclusive annual benefits.
Auberge Resorts Collection is renowned for curating one-of-a-kind experiences that offer guests unique and memorable moments, whether through culinary odysseys, cultural immersion or outdoor adventures. The Woodward embraces this tradition, offering enriching experiences inspired by the elegance and cosmopolitan charm of Geneva and its natural setting. Swim and sail the lake, sip Lavaux’s UNESCO-celebrated wines, take a watchmaking masterclass or create your own personalized fragrance. Exclusive access and bespoke adventures promise to reveal new facets of Geneva in every visit.
With its Michelin-starred cuisine, iconic lakeside location and intuitive, personalized service, The Woodward is Geneva’s most exclusive events destination, brimming with extraordinary, versatile venues to suit every occasion. These include Bar 37’s private salon, accommodating 10 for a meeting or private dining and 25 for a cocktail party. Restaurants can be booked exclusively and the hotel can be reserved in its entirety for a magical wedding or any other private gathering.
For more information, please visit aubergeresorts.com/the-woodward