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Montreux Casino Hotel Guide: Lake Geneva, the Alps and Rock History

A lakeside casino with Alpine views and a place in rock history.

CasinoCasino Barrière de Montreux
Where to stayLakeside hotels
AddressMontreux, on the shore of Lake Geneva, Switzerland
Casino on map Hotels nearby
Slot machines glowing in a dimly lit casino

The casino

In 1971 the original casino burned down during a Frank Zappa concert, a fire that inspired Deep Purple’s “Smoke on the Water”. Today’s rebuilt casino stands on the same lakeside site.

Where to stay

Choose one of the grand lakeside hotels along the promenade, many with views across Lake Geneva to the mountains.

Beyond the tables

Walk the flower-lined lakeside promenade to Chillon Castle, ride a cogwheel train into the mountains, or time your trip for the Montreux Jazz Festival in July.

Getting there

Geneva Airport is just over an hour away by direct train, which runs along the lake.

Good to know: Guests must be 18+ with photo ID. Opening hours, entry fees and dress codes can change, so check the casino’s official website before you travel.

By the Manurelix Editorial Team · Updated · Photos are illustrative.