Our top 10 best accommodations in Geneva

Geneva is a fascinating and cosmopolitan city located in Switzerland, along the majestic Lake Geneva. With a rich history and diverse culture, there is no shortage of entertainment and historical sites to discover in this lively city. If you're looking for quality accommodation for your next trip to Geneva, here's our selection of the 10 best places to stay in the city. Whether you're looking for a luxury hotel to pamper you, a boutique hotel to immerse you in the city's historic atmosphere, or an affordable place for a convenient break, this list should help you find the perfect place for your stay. Each of these hotels has been carefully selected for their quality, location and service, to ensure you have an unforgettable stay.

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Geneva, a cosmopolitan pearl nestled between the mountains and the lake, combines luxury, culture and a unique international reputation.
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Hôtel d'Angleterre, overlooking the water

This luxury hotel is located opposite Lake Geneva, offering breathtaking views of the water. The rooms are elegantly decorated and equipped with all modern comforts, including flat-screen TVs and minibars.

The hotel's service is renowned for being impeccable, and the hotel's restaurant, Café de la Paix, is popular with travellers for its quality cuisine. The gourmet Windows restaurant offers a direct view of the lake and Mont Blanc.

Rooms are air-conditioned and serviced twice a day.

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Hotel d'Angleterre

Offering panoramic views of the lake and Mont Blanc, the 5-star luxury Hotel d'Angleterre welcomes you to an elegantly renovated establishment.
8.9 Superb
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£549
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Geneva Hostel, the affordable youth hostel

The Geneva Hostel is a historic establishment located next to Lake Geneva, just 250 metres from Geneva city centre.

The hostel's central location provides easy access to the parks, promenades and magnificent views of Mont Blanc, as well as the city's many museums and galleries.

Guests can enjoy comfortable rooms, equipped with en suite or shared bathrooms, as well as facilities such as a lounge and laundry.

Guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi and an evening restaurant serving Swiss cuisine. Breakfast is served every morning.

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Geneva Hostel

Centrally located in Geneva, the Geneva Hostel occupies a historic 19th-century building, 250 metres from Lake Geneva.
7.8 Fine
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£90 / night
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Hôtel Beau-Rivage, a panoramic view

This five-star hotel is a must in Geneva. With its breathtaking views over Lake Geneva and ideal location opposite the jet d'eau, you won't be able to resist its beauty.

The rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated, with luxury furnishings and top-of-the-range amenities. The hotel service is attentive and professional, offering a wide range of quality services to make your stay enjoyable.

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Beau-Rivage Geneva

Located in the heart of Geneva and close to the UN Palais des Nations, the Hotel Beau Rivage Geneva offers panoramic views of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc.
9 Fabulous
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£519
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Hôtel Les Armures, housed in a historic building

This historic hotel is located in the heart of Geneva's old town, in an 18th-century building next to St Peter's Cathedral. It is in the favourite area for tourists visiting Geneva, and has welcomed illustrious visitors such as Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter and John F. Kennedy.

The rooms are tastefully decorated, with a mix of modern and antique elements, and are equipped with all modern comforts. Breakfast is served every morning in a charming dining room, with a selection of fresh, quality dishes.

There are two restaurants on site; the café Les Armures, which serves quality gourmet French cuisine, and the Carnotzet, where you can enjoy mountain specialities such as raclette and fondue.

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Armour

Housed in a 17th-century building in the heart of Geneva's old town, Hotel Les Armures is a unique establishment.
9.2 Fabulous
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Hôtel N'vY, design in the spotlight

Located close to the Cornavin train station, this modern hotel offers comfortable and well-equipped rooms, with sleek decor and designer furniture.

The hotel's service is renowned for being attentive and professional, and the hotel bar is very popular with travellers for its cocktails and views of the city.

This is a good option for couples visiting Geneva as lovers, as it is well located (300 metres from Lake Geneva), comfortable and has excellent on-site cuisine.

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N'vY Manotel

In the heart of the hotel, the N'vY bar serves a wide range of refined cocktails. The N'vY bar serves delicious tapas and burgers.
8.3 Very good
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Hôtel Les Nations, a hearty breakfast

This 3-star hotel is located in a quiet residential area, just a few minutes from the train station and only 20 minutes from the airport by train.

Guest rooms are comfortable and well-equipped, with simple, modern decor. Breakfast is served every morning in the charming dining room, with a selection of fresh, quality dishes.

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Hotel Les Nations

Hotel Les Nations enjoys a peaceful location next to a park, a 20-minute walk from the UN institutions and close to the centre of Geneva.
8.2 Very good
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Hotel Bristol, dedicated to well-being

Le Bristol Genève, a beautiful private hotel located on the Square du Mont-Blanc, has been completely remodelled by French interior designer Annie Zéau. It offers a unique experience of luxury and sophistication to its guests.

The rooms are luxurious and well-equipped, with elegant art-deco decor and top-of-the-range amenities.

The strong point of this hotel is its spa facilities: steam bath, jacuzzi, fitness room with the best equipment for muscle strengthening and cardio-training, electrostimulation, there's something for everyone!

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Hotel Bristol

A 4-star superior hotel, Hotel Bristol welcomes you in the centre of Geneva, opposite the peaceful Mont-Blanc Square, just a few steps from the lake and the main train station.
8.8 Superb
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£306 / night
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Hôtel Edelweiss: opt for the atmosphere of a Swiss chalet!

Located right next to Lake Geneva, the 3-star superior Hôtel Edelweiss immerses you in the atmosphere of a traditional Swiss chalet. This theme is also reflected in the hotel's restaurant, where you can enjoy local specialities such as cheese fondues and röstis, as well as yodelling music every evening.

This charming hotel is located in the peaceful Eaux-Vives district, just a few minutes from Cornavin train station.

Guestrooms are comfortable and well-equipped, with simple, modern decor. Breakfast is served every morning in the charming dining room, with a selection of fresh, quality dishes.

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Edelweiss Manotel

The rooms at the Edelweiss Manotel offer a subtle blend of elegance and modern comfort, with typical Alpine décor and rustic mountain-style furniture.
8.5 Very good
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Fraser Suites Geneva, just like home!

The Fraser Suites Geneva hotel residence is located right in the centre of the city, in the prestigious shopping and business district of Rue du Marché. Nearby you will find Lake Geneva, the Jet d'Eau, the Old Town and St Peter's Cathedral.

The 67 suites are of excellent quality and fully furnished with luxury furnishings. The surface areas, ranging from 44 to 50 m², make you feel right at home, as does the presence of a well-equipped kitchenette.

A little extra: a gym is available free of charge.

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Fraser Suites Geneva

The non-smoking apartment hotel Fraser Suites Geneva is located in the Rue du Marché district, 300 metres from St Peter's Cathedral.
9 Fabulous
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Floatinn Boat-BnB: sleep on the water!

This magnificent luxury catamaran faces Geneva's jet d'eau and is moored at Quai Gustave Ador in the Eaux-Vives district. She has 6 cabins, all with portholes, including 5 double rooms with private showers. In total, it can accommodate up to 11 people. It is 17 metres long and 9 metres wide. It also has a terrace and an outdoor seating area.

It is an original place for a romantic break in Geneva.

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Floatinn Boat-BnB

Offering magnificent views of Lake Geneva, this boat has a sun terrace and an outdoor seating area.
9.1 Fabulous
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£290
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