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Tucked away near the Place du Bourg-de-Four in the heart of the Old Town is this gem of a hotel. Owned by the Salvation Army, it is exquisitely decorated with bright yellow and blue rooms and tiled baths. It also has a spectacular terrace and a graceful Louis-Philippe-style breakfast salon. Conference facilities are available.
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Tucked away near the Place du Bourg-de-Four in the heart of the Old Town is this gem of a hotel. Owned by the Salvation Army, it is exquisitely decorated with bright yellow and blue rooms and tiled baths. It also has a spectacular terrace and a graceful Louis-Philippe-style breakfast salon. Conference facilities are available.
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Ultra chic and modern, this hotel is all clean lines and muted colours while the glass-roofed lobby and bar create a light and airy feel. Close by the train station and only a few minutes from the lake, the hotel’s soundproofing ensures that your stay in the city centre will be undisturbed by noise. Meeting rooms are available.
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Located on the lake front, this is one of Switzerland’s last great family-owned hotels. The dreamy classical-style palace is drenched in luxury and a magnificent atrium and its fountain are at the heart of it. The hotel overlooks the harbour and has an outstanding view of the lake, fountain and, in the background, the Mont Blanc. Conference rooms are available.
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Close to the main train station and only a short walk away from the lake, this is a deluxe hotel that successfully mixes antique furniture with modern design to create a feeling of timeless elegance. Rooms are light and airy with white marble bathrooms, and you can choose a city or a garden view. Conference facilities are available.
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Just across from the main train station in the city centre, this is a modern and unpretentious hotel ideally situated business or shopping. The panoramic restaurant/breakfast room offers an amazing view across the city and an interesting hotel accessory is the world’s largest mechanical pendulum clock which hangs in the lobby. Meeting rooms are available.
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This hotel successfully manages to combine Victorian style with all the modern amenities. Broad satin pinstripes cover walls and sofas throughout the hotel, each hallway stocks leather-bound books in several languages and the rooms are decorated with fine British antiques and wood-edged baths. Some also have balconies with wrought-iron tables and views of Mont Blanc. The Windows restaurant is one of the top dining places in Geneva and has just been recognised by the prestigious Gault Millau guide for 2006.
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A small but charming family-run hotel/bed and breakfast decorated in the style of an old Genevan house, with quaint rooms, old fireplaces and parquet floors. Located just seconds away from the lake side, it’s worth booking in advance to get a room with a view.
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Decorated in the style of a Swiss chalet, the hotel is just a short walk from the train station and is centrally located. This is Swiss kitsch at its best, with carved wood, cow bells and pictures of St Bernard dogs aplenty. In keeping with the theme, the restaurant serves Swiss specialities such as fondue and raclette.
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[name]d after the famous British poet and novelist, the hotel takes India and the Orient as its theme and is decorated in the style of the British Raj, with exotic wood and spicy tones. Located in the lively Paquis area, the lake is also nearby.
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The Reserve is located outside the city in leafy suburbs and is set in 10 acres of beautifully landscaped park on the shores of Lac Léman. After a total renovation in 2003, the hotel features wooden floors, soft velvets, black granite and marble mosaic bathrooms, all of which add up to an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity. The luxury hotel facilities include an enormous spa dedicated to health, beauty and fitness, as well as both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. There is also the unique service of a free Venetian-style water taxi to take guests over the lake to and from the city centre.
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In the heart of the business district and close to the Old Town, this manor hotel is beautifully designed. The architecture dates back to 1905. An ornate and lavish interior offers private lounges that open out onto a large flower-filled balcony. Conference facilities are available.
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Ideally located for the airport and the Palexpo conference and exhibition centre, this is a real multi-functional hotel boasting an airline check-in desk, airport shuttle bus, bank, post office, hairdresser, 24-hour medical centre, pharmacy and shops. In addition to the discotheque and piano bar, further temptation is provided by the city’s largest casino. A wide range of meeting rooms is available.
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This opulent and sophisticated hotel revels in its palatial lakeside setting at the heart of the city and is close to the business and shopping districts. With sumptuous rooms on offer, it also boasts priceless antiques and a fabulous pool, set in a garden with an outdoor restaurant overlooking the lake. Meeting facilities are available as are secretarial services (on request).
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The Residence Mont-Blanc is centrally located close to the lake and overlooks a public park. Popular with business people on extended trips to the city, there’s a choice between studios and family-sized apartments for up to six guests. The apartments are functional and tastefully decorated.
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Renovated in 2005, this is a contemporary hotel close to the United Nations. The decor is tasteful and the views of the lake and the city are breathtaking. The multilingual staff is friendly and helpful and there’s a choice of 14 meeting rooms, including a sizeable ballroom, making the hotel an ideal venue for large conferences and social events.
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One of Geneva’s oldest and most opulent hotels, the Richemond uses theatrical flair and panache to create the exclusive atmosphere of a private club, but it’s part of the Rocco Forte chain. Within walking distance of the business and shopping districts, its location means you can choose from rooms with views over the lake or the Brunswick Gardens. Meeting rooms are available. The art deco Le jardin restaurant has a lovely terrace for summer.
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Located close to the United Nations and newly renovated, the Rex has only been open a short while and is one of Geneva’s few boutique hotels. It is a small but warm and welcoming hotel with the emphasis on the personal touch. For sunny days there is a delightful leafy terrace where guests can sit and relax. A car rental and limousine service is available, as are conference rooms.
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Opened in 2005 and located just minutes from the airport and the Palexpo centre, this is a very reasonably priced, functional hotel without the frills. Geneva’s largest shopping mall, Balexert, is just across the road from the hotel. And for the stressed business traveller, a complimentary massage is offered on Thursdays.
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Situated in the trendy Plainpalais district, close to the business area, this charming belle époque hotel has been faithfully restored to its 19th century grandeur. Rooms are elegantly decorated in warm colours, creating a cosy effect. The 5th floor rooms are located in the garret and offer a beautiful view over the city’s rooftops. Light secretarial service available on request.
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