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About the Hotel

Allee De L'Imperial, Annecy, France, 74000

Located on the shores of Lake Annecy, the Imperial Palace is a four-star hotel boasting a stunning view of the lake and mountains. This hotel features an impressive Edwardian façade and is set amid landscaped gardens and a public park. Its historical significance dates back to 1913, serving as a luxurious retreat for notable guests and offering modern amenities for today's travelers.

Location

Situated close to Annecy's city center, the hotel is easily accessible and lies approximately 2 km from the train station. Its proximity to major transport routes puts it just 30 minutes from Geneva Airport, making it convenient for both leisure and business travelers.

Rooms

The Imperial Palace offers 90 stylishly decorated bedrooms and 14 luxurious suites. Each room provides comfort with air conditioning, high-quality bedding, and either lake or park views. Many rooms also feature private balconies, enhancing the serene experience for guests.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy diverse dining experiences at two on-site restaurants: La Brasserie and Le Riva, each offering seasonal and regional dishes. The Hip Bar serves a variety of cocktails and has a welcoming atmosphere with live jazz music. Sunday brunch is also a highlight, allowing guests to partake in a lavish buffet of local delicacies.

Leisure & Business

The Cristal Spa provides a full wellness experience with a heated pool, sauna, and treatment rooms. For business events, the Imperial Palace has a Congress Centre with 19 flexible meeting rooms accommodating up to 600 attendees. A rich selection of outdoor activities is available in the nearby mountainous terrain.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Terraces of the Lake Suite Spa Access Reservation Needed

Max:

6 persons

76 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Executive Suite Spa Access Reservation Needed

Max:

4 persons

66 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Prestige Lake Room Spa Access Reservation Needed

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Annecy 1.4 km

Airports

Meythet (NCY) 9.9 km

Chambery-Savoie (CMF) 47.6 km

Train

Train Station 1.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Incredible Views!

“Choosing a lake view room was the best decision; the stunning views enhanced our stay immensely.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Area

“The mineral-based pool was a perfect spot to unwind, offering a serene environment for relaxation.” view full review

Delightful Brasserie

“The Brasserie offered a refreshing menu that was perfect for my taste, making dining enjoyable and satisfying.” view full review

Secure Parking

“The ample secure parking directly outside was perfect for our classic car, providing peace of mind during our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Laundry

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Casino
Sun terrace
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Allee De L'Imperial, Annecy, France, 74000

Map view

street view

Allee De L'Imperial, Annecy, France, 74000

City landmarks

Castle

Annecy

1.6 km

Bridge

Bridge of Love

1.3 km

Museum

Palais de l'Ile

1.8 km

Lake

Lake Annecy

2.1 km

La Vieille Ville

1.7 km

Church

Church of St. Maurice

1.4 km

Church

Church of St. Francis

1.7 km

quai Napoleon III

Gardens of Europe

1.5 km

Church

Annecy Cathedral

1.9 km

38 Avenue d'Albigny

Eglise Sainte Bernadette

630 m

15 Rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau

Maison Lambert

1.6 km

Park

Le Paquier

1.8 km

Castle

Manoir de Novel

1.8 km

Museum

Palace I'lle

1.8 km

Face aux Jardins de l’Europe

Ile des Cygnes

1.5 km

Beach

Old Town of Annecy

1.8 km

Church

Notre-Dame de Liesse

1.7 km

19 rue Sommeiller

Librairie Decitre

1.6 km

Bridge

Pont Perriere

1.4 km

Museum

Conservatoire d'Art et d'Histoire

1.6 km

Mall

Courier

1.6 km

2 Prom. Jacquet

Rose des vents

790 m

Church

Basilique de la Visitation

2.6 km

Store

Monoprix

1.7 km

Beach

Plage Des Marquisats

2.6 km

Nearby

Beach

Plage d'Albigny

440 m

Casino

Casino Imperial Annecy

10 m

Beach

Plage de l'Imperial

370 m

Park

Parc Charles Bosson

560 m

Night club

Le Pop Plage

370 m

Restaurants

La Brasserie

260 m

Allee de l_imperial L'imperial Palace

Le Riva

160 m

Allee de l Imperial

Le Moon

480 m

30 Avenue d Albigny

Le Majestic

220 m

1 avenue du petit Port

L'Assiette Rouge

270 m

34 Avenue d Albigny

Vin chez moi..

300 m

4 rue Centrale

Pizzeria Da Peppino

320 m

36 Avenue d Albigny

Brasserie du Parc

430 m

12 rue Centrale

Brasserie l'Albigny

410 m

15 rue Centrale

L'H Et Vous

400 m

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Le Ciselin

510 m

8 Rue du-Pre-d'Avril

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.0

Location

8.5

Service

7.5

Dining

6.5

4/5 based on 2262 reviews

#5 of 48 hotels in Annecy based on Tripadvisor

Alexander

United States, November 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers modern and spacious rooms with lovely balconies, although some may feel a bit cramped. The service from the reception and concierge was attentive and friendly, making the stay pleasant. The location, right on Lake Annecy with stunning views, provides various activities for a memorable holiday. Dining options vary from a good buffet to overpriced meals, with some positives and negatives. Overall, a comfortable and clean hotel with friendly staff in a prime lakeside setting.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms, even at the executive suites, were modern, large, and provided a lovely balcony.

Service

9.0

The staff, especially at the reception and concierge, were attentive and friendly.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located right on Lake Annecy, offering beautiful views and easy access to the charming old town.

Dining

7.0

Dining at the Imperial Palace ranged from a good buffet to overpriced options, with mixed quality.

Facilities

The hotel offers various facilities to enjoy your stay.

David

United Kingdom, October 2023

6.6/10

The hotel is in a beautiful location by the lake, a short walk to the town and close to a lake beach. The rooms are super spacious and feature a gorgeous balcony facing the lake, but the air conditioning seemed faulty. The service was mixed, with some helpful staff but others seemed distant. The dining experience had lots of choices but was marked by poor quality and service. The location is central for a good guest experience but not ideal due to some service issues.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were super spacious and had a gorgeous balcony facing the lake, but the air conditioning seemed faulty.

Service

6.0

Some staff were helpful, but others appeared distant. Mixed experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a beautiful location by the lake, a short walk to the town and close to a lake beach.

Dining

5.0

The dining spread had lots of choice but was marked by poor value, quality, and service.

Facilities

6.0

Some service issues affected the overall guest experience.

Eric

United States, October 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was lovely overall. The rooms were spacious and clean, offering great views, but felt a bit cramped. The hotel facilities, including breakfast and dinner options, were fantastic. However, I found the pricing a bit high for what was provided.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and clean with great views, though slightly cramped.

Service

7.0

The service was attentive and friendly, especially from the reception and concierge staff.

Location

9.0

The location was amazing, right by Lake Annecy, offering beautiful views and access to a public park.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall, but slightly overpriced for the value in my opinion.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were top-notch and well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay.

Douglas

United States, October 2023

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location is terrific right on Lake Annecy and close to the old town, but some aspects fell short such as the room condition and dining options. Service was courteous overall, and the facilities were decent.

Rooms

5.0

The room was a bit run down and smelt of smoke. It lacked any decor and felt plain, similar to a basic motel room. The view facing the city was disappointing, especially for a suite compared to a room facing the lake.

Service

7.0

The service was a bit annoying and unhelpful at times. However, most staff, including the hotel director, were extremely courteous. Room service, laundry, valet parking, and pet amenities were available.

Location

9.0

The location is the highlight of this hotel, being right on Lake Annecy and a short walk to the charming old town. However, the dining area was uncomfortable and small.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was a mix of positives and negatives. The food was fantastic but a bit pricey for what was offered, mostly bread, croissants, and jam. The buffet had various options, including a station for freshly cooked eggs.

Facilities

7.0

The gardens and lakefront bar provided a beautiful ambiance.

Natalie

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers modern and large rooms with a separate toilet room, shower room, and a lovely balcony. The service was excellent, reflecting the price paid. The location provides a perfect view of the lake and surrounding alpine resorts, giving us a memorable holiday experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were modern, large, and had a lovely balcony.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent as expected for the price.

Location

9.0

The location offers a perfect view of the lake and surrounding alpine resorts.

Dining

7.0

Facilities

The facilities provided added value to the overall experience.

Richard

United Kingdom, August 2023

6.2/10

The hotel was below expectations with some cleanliness and noise issues, despite being well-equipped. The service, especially from the receptionist and concierge, was pleasant, but other staff members were not as exceptional. The location by Lake Annecy was picturesque but a little far from the center. The dining experience was vast but not suitable for smaller appetites. Overall, a mixed experience.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were clean and well-equipped but had issues with cleanliness, noise, and malfunctioning air conditioning. Ice delivery was also not prompt.

Service

7.0

The staff at the reception and concierge were friendly and helpful, while other personnel were less impressive. Service in areas like room service, laundry, and valet parking was good.

Location

7.0

The hotel's setting by the beautiful Lake Annecy was stunning, but it was a bit far from the town center.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were extensive, but the experience might overwhelm those with smaller appetites. Some aspects were not up to expectations, particularly in relation to the price.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate, but some issues detracted from the overall experience.