Dominik Gehl Photography

Hotel Mona, formerly known as the Eurotel, stands as a prominent architectural landmark in Montreux.

Constructed between 1965 and 1967 based on the designs of architect Roland Gonin, the triangular hotel tower was a significant addition to the city’s skyline. At its inauguration, the Eurotel boasted 320 beds across 16 floors, making it the largest hotel built in Switzerland since 1920, reflecting the period's expanding tourism industry.

Hotel Mona on the shore of Lake Geneva

exterior staircase

Hotel Mona - facade

In recent years, the hotel underwent a major renovation under the direction of local architect Christophe Lombardo, which revitalized its aesthetics and gave it a distinct retro vibe.

breakfast room and sundeck over the lake

breakfast room

breakfast room in the early evening

Hotel Mona - spiral staircase

Rebranded as the Hotel Mona, its new name pays homage to Montreux’s ancient roots, derived from "Monasteriolo", meaning "small monastery", the earliest known written mention of the city dating back to the 11th century.