Отель «Grand Hotel du Golf»

In 1906 Sir Arnold Lunen introduced golf for the first time to the 'Plateau de Crans'. The 'Hotel du Golf et des Sports' was created from a wooden hut which served as cloakroom, bar and restaurant for the players of this new sport. It was during this period that English visitors discovered the natural beauty of the wide, grassy slopes between the forests of Montana and the mountain pastures of Lens. The majestic view offered on this balcony over the entire Rhone valley, with its woods and streams charmed gentleman sportsman and inspired them with the idea of introducing the sports that they engaged in at home into this idyllic spot. Since its opening, the status of the resort and the hotel have been increased by the patronage of an exclusive clientele. The royal families of Holland, Portugal and Belgium were followed by other crowned heads such as Queen Marie-Josee of Italy and the Count of Barcelona. Many intellectuals have also found in the hotel a place where they could relax from the stress of their lives. Thus the writers 'Gonzague de Reynold' and 'Andre Malraux' and the political personalities 'Couve de Murville' and 'Pintail-Golaz' are among the faithful guests of the hotel. As well as the Gstaad or St-Moritz Palace , the 'Grand Hotel du Golf' has been able to adapt to the historic and social changes which have witnessed, at the same time, the emergence of a new clientele. Managers, company presidents, dynamic leaders or businesswomen stressed by the pressure of their work feel the need to find a heaven of calm that offers comfort and quality. Some of the most important Europe companies choose the 'Grand Hotel du Golf' for their congresses, and seminars.