Luxury Healing Hotels The Abbey Resort
269 Fontana Boulevard, Lake Geneva, WI 53125, United States
HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know what struck me first about The Abbey Resort? It’s actually right on Lake Geneva, but not in that touristy, cramped way you’d expect. The place sits on Fontana Boulevard – which honestly sounds fancier than it is, but that’s part of the charm. It’s this sprawling property that feels like it has room to breathe, even when the lake gets busy with weekend warriors from Chicago.
The resort itself has this sort of classic Wisconsin lake vibe without trying too hard. I mean, it’s definitely a 4-star place, but they’re not constantly reminding you of it. The lobby smells like that perfect mix of cedar and lake air, and the staff actually seems to know the area – they’ll tell you the best time to hit the pier before the day-trippers show up, or which local spots serve breakfast past 10 AM (trust me, this matters when you’re on vacation). The rooms are solid – nothing groundbreaking, but the beds are comfortable and you can actually open the windows to hear the water, which is rare these days. Parking is straightforward too, none of that valet-only nonsense that some lake resorts pull.
What really sets this place apart is how it connects to Lake Geneva itself. The resort has its own stretch of shoreline, and while it can get a bit crowded during peak summer weekends, there are quieter spots if you walk a bit. The spa is honestly pretty decent – I wasn’t expecting much, but they use local ingredients and the massage therapists actually know what they’re doing. The dining is… well, it’s resort food, but the Sunday brunch has this incredible view and they do a solid job with the basics. That 7.8 rating feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind, but it delivers on what it promises. The Abbey works especially well if you’re planning to explore the area (Williams Bay is just down the road, and you’re close enough to walk into Fontana proper), but comfortable enough that you could honestly just stay put for a long weekend and feel like you got your money’s worth.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 8.3
Comfort: 8.4
Location: 8.7
Free WiFi: 8.2
Facilities: 8.0
Cleanliness: 8.3
Value for money: 7.6
Diane from Israel
The setting landscape were beautiful.thepool was great.
Sue from United States
Updated. Location. Cozy lobby with fireplace where we could play scrabble.
Joseph from United States
Comfortable and clean room, great restaurants and wonderful pool. Great place for a family retreat.
Lynn from United States
Location and setting
Susan from United States
Smooth check-in and check-out. Pleasant, courteous staff.
Laura from United States
Beautiful area.
Thomas from United States
Location good… breakfast in town
Diane from United States
Gm from United States
great location and wonderful facility
Ruth from United States
Lovely location. Good food at the restaurant.
Friendly, helpful staff
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Black Point Historic Preserve: 8 km
- Geneva Lake Museum of History: 16 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant240 West: 10 m
- Restaurant Little Bar: 250 m
- Restaurant The Waterfront: 10 m
Natural beauty:
- Lake Ceylon Lagoon: 13 km
Ski lifts:
- Grand Geneva Chairlift 1: 22 km
- Grand Geneva Chairlift 2: 22 km
- Grand Geneva Chairlift 3: 22 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Fontana Beach: 750 m
- Williams Bay Beach: 5 km
Public transport:
- Train Harvard: 16 km
Closest airports:
- Chicago Executive Airport: 87 km
- Chicago Rockford International Airport: 84 km
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport: 84 km
ROOMS
- King Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room with Two Queen Beds with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room with Pool View with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 2 children
- Queen Room with Pool View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children
- King Room with Harbor View with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Double Room with Harbor View with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 3 children
- King Room - Disability Access with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Queen Room - Disability Access with 2 large double beds for 4 adults, 2 children
- Quadruple Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
FACILITIES
Ski:
- Ski pass vendor
- Ski school Additional charge
General:
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Lift
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Kids' pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Water slide
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Solarium
- Fitness centre
- Sauna Additional charge
Activities:
- Bicycle rental
- Aerobics Additional charge
- Live music/performance
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Themed dinner nights Additional charge
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Stand-up comedy Additional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club Additional charge
- Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
- Entertainment staff
- Cycling
- Hiking Off-site
- Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
- Windsurfing Additional charge Off-site
- Games room
- Skiing Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
Food & Drink:
- Coffee house on site
- Fruits Additional charge
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Visual aids: Tactile signs
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- English
- Spanish
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Telephone
Reception services:
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:
- Valet parking
3 swimming pools Pool 1 - indoor Free! Pool 2 - outdoor Free! Pool 3 - outdoor Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Seasonal
- All ages welcome
- Water slide
- Seasonal
- Adult only
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 00:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- From 05:00 to 11:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
269 Fontana Boulevard, Lake Geneva, WI 53125, United States
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