Hotels in Geneva, Switzerland

For getting around Geneva on public transport, it is recommended to use the Metrorail system. Not only is it affordable, but it’s also one of the fastest ways to get around. You’ll want to book your hotels in Geneva around Coulouvreniere Rois or Saint-Gervais. Both areas have plenty of metro stops. The metro system works on a time basis, you can buy a ticket to go nearly anywhere in the city that lasts for either an hour or longer, depending on how much you pay. If you plan on traveling through the city a lot it could be better value for money to buy a longer-lasting ticket.

If you’re in Geneva on business, it’s recommended that you stay close to the city center, that way you can travel without much difficulty and stay in great Geneva hotels, like Hotel Cornavin. Couples wanting a romantic getaway will probably love the views of the lake, so stay in either the Saint-Gervais or Wilson district, you could stay at the Hotel Des Tourelles. For your first time, we suggest you stay near the city center as there are plenty of Geneva hotels to choose from and more than enough activities and museums to enjoy. It’s also easier to get around, particularly if you aren’t familiar with the area as a whole, since most metro stops will be able to get you back to one of the hotels in Geneva, like the Citizenm Geneva.

Lake Geneva is one of the biggest attractions in the city. You can go on the lake by boat or paddle steamer and admire its natural beauty. Another attraction in the Eaux-Vives area is the Jet d'Eau, a powerful waterjet near the docks that shoots over 130 gallons of water a second. If you want to learn about the Swiss culture, then you may want to find cheap hotels in Geneva’s old town. The old town is home to St. Peter’s Cathedral as well as the Maison Tavel, which is the oldest house in Geneva, built in 1204 AD. You could also visit the headquarters for the United Nations in Geneva, they offer guided tours that give visitors an understanding of the history behind the organization.

If you’re interested in nightlife, you might want to find Geneva hotels in the city center since that is the area that has the most nightclubs. It’s also home to a bunch of bars if that's more your speed. If it is great cuisine you are after, there is plenty of fine dining in the Pâquis district, where you can find French and Nordic fusion cuisine. Transport to and from these areas can be done via the Metrorail as both the city center and the Pâquis district have plentiful metro stops. So book hotels in Geneva and have a great time tasting the local food and drink.

The Harmony Geneva Marathon is an event that happens every March in Geneva. The event is designed to show support and raise funds for UNICEF. They have eight races, ranging from a 5K to a full marathon. Take the bus to Chene Bourg and get off at the De Haller stop to get there. If running isn't your thing, you might want to check out the Geneva Festival which happens over ten days around the beginning of August. There are fireworks, culinary shows, drinking and overall, just a lot of fun being had by locals and tourists alike. The event happens all over the city, so just make sure you find cheap hotels in Geneva. If you’re looking for something more unique, then Bol d’Or Mirabaund might be what you are after. Celebrated in June, the event has over 500 boats take to the lake in the center of Geneva, to get there take the metro to the Geneve station, it's a quick walk from there to the lake. You’ll want to pick a hotel near the lake so you can see all the boats float by.

When visiting Geneva the average booking length is 5 nights.

$324 per night is the average rate for a room when booking a hotel in Geneva. Prices will differ depending on factors such as star rating, time of year and location.

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Geneva is September. The cost of your room could be as much as 37% cheaper than peak months.

The cost of a Geneva hotel room will vary for each day but generally Thursday works out the most economical, with Saturday proving the least economical.

The cost of a luxury hotel in Geneva is generally around $551 a night for every person. In contrast, the average price of a hotel in Geneva is closer to $324 a night for every person, which is a 33%% difference between the average and luxury accommodation.

Geneva Hostels typically cost in the region of $94 a night for each person. This price is taken from hostels and hotels with a 2 star or below rating. Hostels are very economical and come out on average $278 cheaper than the average price of a hotel in Geneva.

Areas such as Eaux-Vives, Grottes et Saint-Gervais, Pâquis and Plainpalais prove popular amongst people booking a hotel in Geneva.

With an average temperature of 50 °F and expected precipitation of 2.8″, April is a great month to explore the outdoors near Geneva.

Yes, Geneva does have vacation rentals. Of the 438 vacation rentals in Geneva, Bémont 4 is the most popular among our users. Find vacation rentals in Geneva.