This hotel is superbly located on the top a hill with an amazing view of the lake that, weather permitting, can be enjoyed from the bar/restaurant terraces. Amenities and service are very much in line with 5 star rating of the hotel (also the prices!). The Spa and pool are worth a visit and if you do not fancy “the” posh restaurant of the hotel, there is a cosier Fondue Chalet in the hotel grounds. The Junior Suites on the lower floors (below the reception) are the best because they have a private large terrace and unrestricted view of the lake and mountains.

The problem when writing about Mirador is where to start, it is all perfect! I stayed here in 2008 before the renovations started and many things were excellent back then too. The one thing back then was the annex, which was good, but a little outdated. That has now been renovated, and perfectly so! Colors are either red and cream or chocolate and cream depending on the room. The hallway has been enlarged and each room has a large terrace with a magnificent view over Vevey, Lac Leman, and the Alps. The impression seeing it from the room is so stunning that one doubts it is for real. Going to bed in the evening and waking up in the morning with this beautiful ever-changing landscape makes you feel like a king.

Something I enjoyed is that they have kept the original building intact and thus you have a choice between modern or classic. Personally I adore the staircases in old hotels. It is so much better to descend for dinner sweeping down a large staircase instead of standing cramped in a crowded elevator.

The facilities are AAA with a Spa, a pool, and a fitness center all very well equipped, maintained, and clean. There are treadmills, bicycles, all sorts of fitness machines, weights, sauna, hammam. You have it all. I did spend some time in the fitness center, but honestly, when you visit a hotel in such surroundings, the only sensible exercise is of course to go outdoors and hike, run, or cycle. The views are stunning! You may also hike up to a telecoms tower on the top of a hill and take an elevator to the top of the tower for an even more splendid view.

As for dining I think the concept with two restaurants (plus the Chalet a short walk away) is great. There is the more relaxed Le Patio, which we chose considering our son of 3 months, and the upscale Le Trianon which is a top rate restaurant which we visited last time we were here.

I must also mention the staff. To me hotel staff is very important Hotellerie is after all a services business. There is such a difference between hotels where amateurs do their best to keep their guests happy, and hotels that hire people who have had schooling in hotel management and services. Mirador belongs to the latter category. From the moment you enter the hotel you know you have got professionals in front of you. It is evident in everything : clothing, haircuts, language, gesture, check-in process, even down to the way the cleaning staff greets you in the hallway.

In summary: if you are looking for a getaway that will make you feel like a king with astonishing surroundings and view that makes you breathless, Mirador is an excellent choice!

The purpose of the weekend was to relax and enjoy the spa with my mum. The weather was amazing: sunny & dry..just perfect to enjoy the terrace of our Junior Suite in the renovated part of the Hotel. What makes the exceptional of the Hotel is its location. You never get tired of the incredible view on the lake and the mountains. You really feel in Switzerland. The room was beautiful and offered all amenities you can expect in these hotels.. even more I have to say.. several plugs, Nespresso coffee machine, nice amenities in the bathroom, great dressing room, pillows menu.. On the negative we can note: poor tv connection (it was the final of the rugby worldcup and I couldn't watch it as the cable connection did not work properly). Except the room the service and the rest of amenities of the hotel are not much in line with the quality of the room. Although the staff is very nice and helpful (which is always a plus!) like at the reception.. they are not always very trained... the concierge couldn't advise us on a nice restaurant in Montreux (20km from Vevey), there was no doorman when we arrive to pick up our luggage and the staff of the restaurant is not friendly. Furthermore the spa/swimming pool area lacks directions..we couldn't find the hamman/sauna easily and couldn't find a staff member to ask. Not better.. the breakfast room looks a bit cheap and not very new.. Thanksfully it overlooks the lake and mountains so you enjoy the beautiful view! I had to ask 3 times for pancakes and almost needed to "fight" to get them as it was very much understaffed and obviously they were under water.. Not mentioning the dinner, as we didn't go to the Gastronomy restaurant but the other dinner place is really average. The place is good for business seminars and family stay.. It is a shame that only rooms really give a good impression from this beautiful place.

excellent location,very quiet place ,very spacious and comfortable rooms .Le Patio offers a wide variety of buffet breakfast and we really enjoyed the food served.
Beds are very comfortable and with all lake view rooms the mornings are a pleasant sight