Press Release
Elevated 500m above scenic Lake Lucerne, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne has attracted a wealth of silver-screen icons and A-List celebrities over the years. In the gilded 60s, the resort provided the backdrop of the iconic James Bond film Goldfinger film, and this year on September 17th, 2024, Bürgenstock Resort will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic film's release.
In honour of the anniversary, a celebratory Goldfinger Dinner will be held at the Oak Grill & Pool Patio on 20th and 21st September, inspired by the dining tastes of the world's most famous spy. The screenplay of Goldfinger was notable for its many gastronomic moments, with 007 dining lavishly as he traveled the globe, feasting only on the best. Guests can anticipate a four-course tasting menu featuring the finest seasonal produce, expertly flame-grilled, accompanied by an evening of live piano music. A mixologist will be on hand to prepare your preferred cocktail, whether shaken or stirred. Guests can enjoy a martini and entertainment throughout the evening, while the blacktie dress code invites both in-house and external guests to live like James Bond for the night.
For the month of September, guests will have the opportunity to experience the glamour of James Bond with a Goldfinger Tea and Martini offer hosted at the Lakeview Bar & Lounge. Here, guests can indulge in an exquisite selection of sweet and savoury delicacies crafted by the Pâtissier of the Year 2024 award-winner, Damián Carini and paired with the finest teas and perfectly crafted martinis. Imagine savoring a Vesper Martini, the iconic drink ordered by Bond himself in ‘Casino Royale,’ while taking in breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne. The package includes a direct boat trip from Lucerne to Kehrsiten Bürgenstock and access to the Bürgenstock Funicular for a scenic day excursion, reminiscent of Bond's own thrilling travel adventures.
For the ultimate Bond experience, Bürgenstock Resort will also offer an exclusive 'The Night Belongs to Bond' package. This includes an overnight B&B stay at the luxurious Bürgenstock Hotel
& Alpine Spa, a destination that echoes the opulence of Bond's world. Each guest will enjoy a 90minute Golden Opulence treatment by AMRA with rare rubies, stem cell orchids and meteorites, concluding with a 24kt gold hot stone massage, designed to rejuvenate and pamper in true 007 style and further inclusions to feel like James Bond
To further immerse in the Bond experience, there will be daily screenings of James Bond movies at the Bürgenstock Cinema, allowing guests to relive the classic moments of Bond's escapades. From 16th to 22nd September, the cinema will host a special James Bond film week, perfect for film fanatics and those looking to revisit the iconic adventures of Agent 007.
Sixty years ago, Sean Connery navigated the winding Swiss passes in pursuit of Goldfinger, before returning to the Bürgenstock Resort to refresh at the iconic Hollywood Pool. Today’s guests can embrace their inner Bond this September with this unparalleled experience at Bürgenstock Resort, where every detail is designed to transport guests into the sophisticated and thrilling world of James Bond.
The Night Belongs to Bond Package
The Night Belongs to Bond package includes an overnight stay at Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa on a B&B basis, one 90-minute Golden Opulence treatment by AMRA per person/stay, and James Bond film screenings at Bürgentsock Cinema, Use of the Diamond Domes tennis courts based on availability, access to the Bürgenstock Alpine Spa, use of Bürgenstock Funicular and MS Bürgenstock Catamaran during your stayThe offer starts from CHF 2,100 per room/night and is valid from 1st September to 30th September 2024.
Goldfinger Tea and Martini Package
The Goldfinger Tea and Martini package includes a selection of sweet and savoury delicacies with finest teas and one James Bond martini, a direct boat trip from Lucerne to Kehrsiten, use of the Bürgenstock Funicular for the entirety of the excursion, and three hours of car parking. The package is valid from 1st to 30th September, and is CHF 99 per person through Monday to Thursday and CHF 112 per person through Friday to Sunday.
Goldfinger Dinner
The Goldfinger Dinner includes a four-course menu, a cocktail masterclass, a martini/cocktail, live music entertainment, and complimentary parking. The dinner will take place on 20th September and 21st September from 7pm and will cost CHF 270 per person.
Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne
The Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne is part of The Bürgenstock Collection headquartered in Switzerland. The resort comprises a total inventory of 360 rooms spread across three hotels: the Bürgenstock Hotel & Alpine Spa (5* Superior), offering two distinct accommodation choices – The Contemporary and The Heritage, the Waldhotel Health & Wellbeing (5* Superior) and Taverne 1879. In addition, the resort boasts 17 residence suites, ten restaurants, lounges and bars, a 10’000 m² award-winning Alpine Spa, a holistic Waldhotel Spa and a wide range of leisure activities. The Bürgenstock Collection portfolio includes the Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, the Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa. (99 rooms), the Royal Savoy Hotel & Spa Lausanne (196 rooms) and The Adria.
The Bürgenstock Collection
The Bürgenstock Collection is one of Switzerland’s largest deluxe hotel groups, operating Hotels and Residences with a combined total of 677 rooms and 17 residence suites. The Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne (360 rooms), the Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa (99 rooms), the Royal Savoy Hotel & Spa Lausanne (196 rooms) and The Adria in South Kensington, London (22 rooms) dazzle guests from all over the world with their rich heritage, elegant, contemporary design, leading spas and their exceptional culinary offers, while remaining completely true to the timeless Swiss traditions of hospitality, service and discretion.
About Katara Hospitality
Katara Hospitality is a global hotel owner, developer, and operator, based in Qatar. With 50 years’ experience in the industry, Katara Hospitality actively pursues its strategic expansion plans by investing in peerless hotels in Qatar while growing its collection of iconic properties in key international markets. Katara Hospitality’s portfolio has grown to include 42 owned and / or managed hotels and the company is now focused on achieving its target of 60 hotels in its portfolio by 2030. As the country’s flagship hospitality organisation, Katara Hospitality supports Qatar’s long-term economic vision.
Katara Hospitality currently owns properties spread across four continents in Qatar, Egypt, Morocco, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Singapore, Thailand and United States of America. While it partners with some of the finest hotel management companies, Katara Hospitality operates owned and non-owned hotels through its standalone operating arm, The Bürgenstock Collection and Murwab Hotel Group.