Originally opened in 1913, the Hotel Imperial Palace enjoys a privileged location on a peninsula within the picturesque Parc Charles Bosson, at the northern tip of Lake Annecy. Despite its proximity to the charming town of Annecy, this elegant traditional hotel feels worlds away, offering spectacular views of the lake from the restaurant and grounds.
Ideally situated right on the lakeshore yet just a short stroll from town, the Impérial Palace provides a fabulous setting. Guests can savour breakfast on the terrace surrounded by manicured gardens while gazing out over the lake’s tranquil waters. The hotel’s extensive Cristal Spa facilities, including a plunge pool, experience showers, whirlpool, sauna, and steam room (reservations and fees apply), offer ample opportunities for relaxation.
With its prime location and historic pedigree, the Impérial Palace has welcomed numerous famous guests over the years, including Winston Churchill and Charlie Chaplin. This storied hotel promises an unforgettable experience of Annecy’s natural beauty and timeless charm.
Hotel Imperial Palace Rooms:
- No. of rooms: 104
- No. of buildings: 1
- No. of floors: 6
Reception
- 24 Hour front desk
- Check in time 4pm
- Check out time midday
- Official rating: 4
Local Fees and Taxes
- Resort tax €1.45 per person per day (under 18s free of charge) payable locally
Rooms
Classic rooms are approx. 22m² and sleep 2 people.
Privilege rooms are approx. 24m² and sleep 2 people and have side views over the lake.
Prestige rooms are approx. 28m² and sleep 2 people, this room type is available on request, please call to book.
Prestige Balcon rooms are approx. 28m², sleep 2 people and offers a balcony. This room type is available on request, please call to book.
Family rooms are approx. 32m² and sleep up to 4 people with the extra bed being a double sofa bed. The room offers views over the hotels grand entrance looking towards the town of Annecy. This room type is available on request, please call to book.
Interconnecting rooms are available on request and subject to availability.
Classic, Privilege rooms and Prestige rooms are also available for sole occupancy on request and at an additional supplement, please call to book.
All rooms have:
- Twin or double beds (please specify preference when booking)
- Bath or shower
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Air-conditioning
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Safe
Accessibility
- Lift accessible: Yes
- Lift serves all floors: Yes
- Access ramp: Yes
- This hotel has disabled access throughout
- Adapted rooms are available (on request)
Hotel Imperial Palace Facilities:
Cristal Spa (one hour time slot free per day, bookable locally)
The hotels Cristal Spa is bookable and payable locally (one hour time slot free per day, to be booked in advance and subject to availability). The wellness area offers modern facilities and is the perfect place to relax. Its indoor plunge pool is cleverly designed with an exposed glass side whilst the sauna and hammam are a wonderful treat for tired legs after a day of walking by the lake. The experience shower is a delight for the senses with a range of pressures, temperatures, scents and lights. Beauty treatments and massages are also available to book locally at a further charge. Please note that the spa and facilities have a limited capacity and therefore booking in advance is required. There are reduced entry hours to the spa for children from five years old (from 9am – 10am & 4:30pm – 5:30pm).
Hotel Facilities
- Casino (adults only, payable locally)
- Fitness room
- 2 Restaurants ‘La Brasserie’ and ‘Riva’ (adults only). Please note, La Brasserie is the restaurant you dine at on the half-board option.
- Picturesque manicured gardens (please note the hotel gardens are open to the public)
- E-bikes available to hire from the hotel (€45 for the day – please note prices may vary and are payable locally, subject to availability)
- Bus stop right outside hotel
- Room service (payable locally)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Newspapers available (on request)
- Baby cots are available free for children under 2 years (on request)
- Earlier meal times are available for children from 7 pm (on request)
Hotel Imperial Palace Dining:
The Hotel Imperial Palace can be booked on bed & breakfast or half-board basis.
In the morning you can enjoy a delicious continental buffet breakfast.
For those on half board you can enjoy a three-course evening meal in the La Brasserie restaurant.
Board basis options available
- Bed & Breakfast
- Half Board
This property caters for the following special dietary requirements
- Gluten Free
- Vegans
- Vegetarians
Special dietary requirements are available on request, please advise at the time of booking.
