Oetker Collection announces new addition to portfolio
Oetker Collection has announced that The Woodward, a new hotel in the heart of Geneva, will be joining its exclusive portfolio this Spring.
Owned by Bastion Holdings, the hotel sits directly on the shores of Lake Geneva, offering panoramic views of Mont Blanc.
Originally built in 1901 by French architect François Durel, in a post-Haussmann style, the hotel is currently being completely transformed and carefully reimagined by world-renowned architect Pierre-Yves Rochon.
Beyond The Woodward’s historic façade, guests will find classic-meets-contemporary interiors in each of the 26 suites, 21 of which offer a full lake view.
World-class dining experiences will be provided by L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon and Le Jardinier, both recipients of Michelin stars for their New York outposts which are owned and operated by Bastion Group.
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon will feature the legendary chef’s open kitchen concept, creating a theatrical dining experience for 36 guests seated around the counter, as well as two dining rooms that can be privatised.
Le Jardinier, a play on the French word for ‘gardener’, by Michelin-starred chef Alain Verzeroli, will be the restaurant’s first foray into Europe. Verzeroli is renowned for creating innovative dishes where vegetables play a starring role, many of which are vegan, and dairy and gluten-free.
The Woodward will also offer two bars and a tea-room, as well as a private digestif lounge, which takes the buildings history as a bank into the modern-day through the transformation of a former vault.
In keeping with Oetker Collection’s commitment to wellbeing, the hotel’s 1,200 square metre spa will include a Wellness Institute by Maison Guerlain and a 21-metre indoor swimming pool – the longest in Geneva.
Timo Gruenert, CEO of Oetker Collection commented, “Our hotels are all unique masterpieces in their own right, and The Woodward fits in perfectly with its extraordinary location, refined interior design and exciting culinary offerings.
“We will deliver warm, luxury hospitality and I am convinced that our company’s values of family spirit, elegance and genuine kindness will bring this iconic building to