Astra Hotel Vevey  

In the heart of Vevey, steps from the railway station and a short walk to the shores of Lake Geneva. Minutes from the Alimentarium, Musée Suisse de l’Appareil Photographique and Musée Suisse du Jeu, with Chaplin’s World about 2 miles away. A family-friendly, pet-friendly city-center hotel ideal for sightseeing or a relaxed Swiss escape.

The hotel offers 100 cosy rooms, including doubles, double superiors and junior suites. Rooms feel warm and simple, with minibars, smart/LCD TVs, air-conditioning, bathrobes and slippers; suites add living areas, extra bathrooms and kitchenettes on select units. Junior suites include a coffee maker and some rooms have laptop-compatible safes and desks.

Soak on the panoramic roof spa with a solarium, sauna, caldarium and hot tub, or sweat it out in the fitness center and Jacuzzi. You’ll also find a full spa program, massage room, steam bath, library, casino, picnic area and bicycle rental. Ski services, ski school and transfers are available seasonally, plus on-site parking and a tour desk for excursions.

Conference center with about 1,292 sq ft and multiple meeting rooms, plus a business center and limo/town car service. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected — ideal for meetings or remote work.

Dine at Brasserie La Coupole 1912 or the hotel’s second restaurant for international cuisine. There’s also a coffee shop/cafe, bar/lounge and limited-hour room service, with buffet breakfast served daily (fee applies).