Lausanne

Chef Benoit Violier is already winning hearts—and stomachs—with his fresh twist on haute cuisine. — Fodor's

Serving classic French food, Restaurant de l’Hôtel de Ville, one of the most famous restaurants in the world, has a long reputation for superb dining after holding onto three Michelin stars since 1998. — Time Out

Set on the fifth and top floor of the building, both the dining room and terrace at Le Cinq enjoy views of Lausanne. — Michelin Guide

Shared wooden tables and clattering china create the perfect ambience for fondue, mussels, sausage, or choucroûte (sauerkraut). — Fodor's

One of the Spanish court's favourite luxury hotels. Surrounded by a fine garden, good standard rooms and suites with original period furniture. MICHELIN guide inspectors. — Michelin Guide

Drawing on the flavours and seasonal ingredients of her childhood home as well as local Swiss produce, Pic creates imaginative, beautifully presented dishes. — Time Out

An eclectic menu ranging from French to Italian to Swiss (rabbit and Rösti, anyone?), along with reasonably priced plats du jour, served in the casual café and the adjoining linen-decked restaurant. — Fodor's

Set on ten acres of parkland and overlooking Lake Geneva, this Belle Époque hotel is "something magical." — Condé Nast Traveler