About Institut Hôtelier «César Ritz»

The Institut Hôtelier «César Ritz» is located on Lake Geneva in a magnificent building that dates back to the early 1900’s. Today, this fully renovated building can accommodate up to 220 students and comprises classrooms, a library, resource room and an IT lab. The kitchen, bar and service facilities are designed to develop the practical and professional skills required for hands-on food and beverage management.
Le Bouveret is the «César Ritz» centre of professional excellence in hospitality and management training. This campus delivers the «César Ritz» Swiss Higher Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Management to over 440 students (220 on campus and 220 in internships) from 50 countries. At «César Ritz», we believe that a sound grasp of operational management is imperative if graduates are to succeed in the global hospitality and tourism industry.

In Le Bouveret, students participate in a truly international experience while learning practical skills, management techniques and foreign languages. This mix of cultures and languages, an awareness of quality and superior customer service, an attention to detail and a strong sense of teamwork are elements which help to prepare our graduates to consistently exceed customers’ expectations.

Le Bouveret is a small, French speaking, summer lakeside resort with easy access to major cities in Switzerland including Geneva, Lausanne and Montreux.