TRAVEL & LEISURE
LE GRAND BELLEVUE
Located in the heart of Gstaad, Le Grand Bellevue opened its doors in December 2013, setting a new precedent in Gstaad’s luxury landscape, having been rebranded, refurbished and revamped under a dynamic new ownership. Combining skiing with a strong sense of responsibility, they offer a holistic approach to holidaying in Switzerland, with impeccable dining, wellness experiences and service.
SUSTAINABILITY ETHOS
Le Grand Bellevue is passionate about maintaining a sustainable approach to hospitality to protect people and the planet. As a Positive Luxury certified and Butterfly Mark accredited brand, they proudly meet the highest standards of verified innovation and environmental performance, so guests can be confident that their time spent at the hotel is more ethical and low-impact.
Established
2013
Headquarters
Gstaad, Switzerland
First Certified
2018
Employees
125
Categories
Travel and Leisure
Website
Distribution
Worldwide
SUSTAINABILITY REPORT CARD
Click below to see the detailed breakdown of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance. Le Grand Bellevue has been comprehensively assessed and scored against all key areas of sustainability, including impact on climate, nature and water, treatment of workers and communities as well as how ethically the business is run. Performance is assessed against international agreements, global frameworks, standards and legislation.
REAL CHANGE IN ACTION
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
Le Grand Bellevue has enhanced its people management approach by moving beyond compliance to actively prioritise employee wellbeing and engagement. The hotel invests in comprehensive staff benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture that values collaboration and recognition. Wellness initiatives and work-life balance programs contribute to a motivated and loyal team. This proactive focus on people management has strengthened overall employee satisfaction, improved performance, and reduced staff turnover. By fostering a positive and inclusive environment, Le Grand Bellevue ensures its employees feel valued and empowered, reflecting the hotel’s commitment to excellence in hospitality.
WASTE
Le Grand Bellevue has prioritised minimising amenities waste across the property through innovative, circular initiatives. Central to this approach is its partnership with SapoCycle, a charitable soap recycling organisation, through which used soap bars are collected, sanitised, and reshaped for redistribution to communities in need – reducing waste while delivering meaningful social impact. This initiative is complemented by the introduction of refillable systems for cleaning and personal care products in guest rooms and service areas. By replacing disposable containers with durable, refillable dispensers, the hotel has significantly reduced single-use plastic consumption while maintaining high standards of guest experience. Together, these efforts reflect Le Grand Bellevue’s commitment to sustainable hospitality, responsible resource management, and positive social impact.
ORGANISATIONAL GOVERNANCE
Le Grand Bellevue undertook a comprehensive review of its sustainability policy to ensure that its intentions are continuously reflected in day-to-day operations. This process involved assessing current practices to better integrate sustainability across all departments. By aligning policy with operational reality, the hotel has strengthened internal governance, improved accountability, and clarified responsibilities at every level of the organisation. This proactive approach ensures that sustainability is embedded in decision-making, supports regulatory compliance, and reinforces the hotel’s commitment to responsible, long-term environmental and social stewardship. This has been essential at a key time of management changeover, helping maintain consistency and continuity in sustainable practices.
Le Grand Bellevue has enhanced its people management approach by moving beyond compliance to actively prioritise employee wellbeing and engagement. The hotel invests in comprehensive staff benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture that values collaboration and recognition. Wellness initiatives and work-life balance programs contribute to a motivated and loyal team. This proactive focus on people management has strengthened overall employee satisfaction, improved performance, and reduced staff turnover. By fostering a positive and inclusive environment, Le Grand Bellevue ensures its employees feel valued and empowered, reflecting the hotel’s commitment to excellence in hospitality.
Le Grand Bellevue has prioritised minimising amenities waste across the property through innovative, circular initiatives. Central to this approach is its partnership with SapoCycle, a charitable soap recycling organisation, through which used soap bars are collected, sanitised, and reshaped for redistribution to communities in need – reducing waste while delivering meaningful social impact. This initiative is complemented by the introduction of refillable systems for cleaning and personal care products in guest rooms and service areas. By replacing disposable containers with durable, refillable dispensers, the hotel has significantly reduced single-use plastic consumption while maintaining high standards of guest experience. Together, these efforts reflect Le Grand Bellevue’s commitment to sustainable hospitality, responsible resource management, and positive social impact.
Le Grand Bellevue undertook a comprehensive review of its sustainability policy to ensure that its intentions are continuously reflected in day-to-day operations. This process involved assessing current practices to better integrate sustainability across all departments. By aligning policy with operational reality, the hotel has strengthened internal governance, improved accountability, and clarified responsibilities at every level of the organisation. This proactive approach ensures that sustainability is embedded in decision-making, supports regulatory compliance, and reinforces the hotel’s commitment to responsible, long-term environmental and social stewardship. This has been essential at a key time of management changeover, helping maintain consistency and continuity in sustainable practices.
Standards & Accreditations
To provide evidence of sustainability performance across luxury companies' full value chain, 180+ memberships, accreditations and specialist certifications are taken into account during assessment
Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)
Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)
Vegan Society for Cruelty free
Soil Association Organic Certified
PEFC Certified
FAIRTRADE
Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
Australian Certified Organic
Rainforest Alliance Certified
FSC Certified
JOURNEY SO FAR
02/2023
Re-Certified
01/2023
Final submission
08/2022
Risk Mapping
10/2021
RE-SIGNED
09/2018
FIRST CERTIFIED
09/2018
START
A WORD FROM THE OWNER
My wife and I met at the opening night of the Gstaad Yacht Club (the club is located on the property). Seven years later we hosted our wedding brunch there. To acquire the hotel seems to have had a further play on destiny, and my conviction for the success of this property.
DANIEL KOETSER
CO-OWNER
PATHWAY TO HIGHER STANDARDS
As an establishment devoted to the comfort and well-being of their guests, Le Grand Bellevue are equally focused on their future guests’ interests and their beautiful glacial surroundings. They pledge to ensure that a mindset of conscious sustainability for each decision and process within their hotel is core and demonstrated in all of their values, from sourcing practices, energy usage, waste management, staff attitudes and guest behaviour. Continuing on their strong foundation of green energy, such as being powered from 100% Swiss Hydro-Power, the establishment shall pursue all routes to ensure Le Grand Bellevue and all its patrons live not only carbon neutral, but as active participants in the rejuvenation of our planet.