We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Geneva, Switzerland. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated February 2024.
Elegant. Central. Great views. Designed by the renowned interior architect Pierre-Yves Rochon, the elegant Four Seasons Hotel Geneva is set in a historic building from 1834, directly at the shores of Lake Geneva. All rooms at Four Seasons' are characterised by a unique luxurious style with classic French furnishings and offer views of the city, the garden or the lake. The fine dining restaurant Il Lago serves Italian cuisine and local products and features wines of Italy, France and Switzerland. At the Bar des Bergues, guests can enjoy drinks in a fine atmosphere. Buffet breakfast with a hot dish is available. The spa area includes an indoor infinity-edge pool and a fitness room. Massages are available on request, also in the rooms. Four Seasons Hotel Geneva provides a wide range of business services, a multilingual concierge, valet parking in the garage and free WiFi. Children's amenities are provided as well as a babysitting service. The hotel is located in the centre of Geneva, a 10-minute walk from the train station and just beside the Mont Blanc Bus Stop.Show full description
Friendly staff. Very clean. Just 200 metres from Lake Geneva and 600 metres from the Main Train Station and the Old Town, Swiss Luxury Apartments offers spacious apartments plus hotel services such as a daily maid service, a 24-hour room service and concierge services. Free WiFi and wired internet are provided. High-tech devices in each apartment include a dedicated cell phone with free roaming, a Bose headphone and speaker, a wireless charger, a PS4 games console and a giant flat-screen TV offering more than 100 channels. You will also find a fully equipped kitchenette with a Nespresso machine, a wine fridge and a dining area. The open-plan living area offers comfortable sofas. Other exclusive services offered as an unlimited and free on-site laundry service, done by the staff. Full body treatments and private coaching are available for a surcharge. Private parking and a fridge service are available on request.Show full description
Elegant. Located in the heart of Geneva close to the UN's Palais des Nations, Hotel Beau Rivage offers panoramic views of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. Free Wi-Fi is available. The Beau Rivage's Le Chat Botté restaurant provides French cuisine and is rated with 1 star in the 2015 Michelin Guide and with 18 out of 20 points in the 2012 Gault Millau restaurant guide. There is also the chef's private table in the kitchen for up to 8 guests. Guests can relax in the peaceful atrium and, in summer, on the lakeside terrace. The business and shopping area and Cornavin Train Station are only a 5-minute walk away. An airport limousine transfer is available at an additional cost. Each room at Beau-Rivage Geneva is unique in its decoration and colors, hence the photos presented do not represent all the rooms in the category.Show full description
Hip. Creative. Great views. Completely renovated in 2017, the historic and prestigious The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix, Geneva is located in the heart of the city, on the shore of Lake Geneva. Geneva's old town and the main city attractions are only a 5-minute walk away. Decorated with luxurious fabrics, the spacious, elegant and comfortable rooms and suites are air-conditioned and feature a minibar, an Illy coffee machine, free Wi-Fi and Diptique toiletries. All rooms offer views of the lake or the Montblanc Square. The Living Room Bar & Kitchen restaurant serves international fusion cuisine made with local products all day. The Fiskebar offers a new Nordic inspired cuisine concept. A fitness centre with the latest equipment is available, and valet parking and 24-hour room service are featured at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel de la Paix. Cornavin Train Station is a 7-minute walk away from Hotel de la Paix.Show full description
Very central. Superb breakfast. Friendly staff. Popular among business travellers. Built in mid-18th century, the Hotel D'allèves offers a quiet location in the centre of Geneva. It is only 5 minutes' walk from the train station and 100 meters from Lake Geneva. Free Wi-Fi is available. The air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, safe, and a bathroom with a hairdryer.Show full description
Great value. The 4-star superior Hotel Bristol is situated in the centre of Geneva, facing the quiet Mont Blanc Square and only at a few steps away from the lake and the main train station. The award-winning gourmet restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine, and guests benefit from free WiFi and free use of the spa area. The Bristol Hotel offers spacious and soundproofed rooms with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a Nespresso coffee machine. A free bottle of water is provided on arrival in all rooms. The elegant Côté Square restaurant features in the Gault Millau Guide with 15 out of 20 points and one toque. The daily breakfast buffet includes champagne. The Bristol Hotel offers 24-hour room service. The spa area includes various saunas, a hot tub, a hammam, a colour therapy lounge, and a fitness room. Access is free for hotel guests. Massages can be booked upon request as well. A free pass for Geneva's public transport (including airport train) is provided on arrival. The airport is only a 10-minute train ride away. A public car park is provided within 200 metres from the hotel.Show full description
Great views. Great restaurant.Opened April 2021. Conveniently set in the centre of Geneva, The Woodward - an Oetker Collection Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a fitness centre, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The area is popular for skiing and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 5-star hotel. Guests can make use of a bar. At the hotel, rooms have a desk. Each room includes a safety deposit box, while selected rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also offer lake views. All units will provide guests with a minibar. The Woodward - an Oetker Collection Hotel offers a terrace. Speaking German, English, French and Italian, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Gare de Cornavin, Jet d'Eau and United Nations Geneva. The nearest airport is Geneva International, 5 km from The Woodward - an Oetker Collection Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Highly elegant. Creative. Friendly staff. Offering panoramic views of the lake and Mont Blanc, this luxurious, elegantly renovated 5-star hotel is located right on the shore of Lake Geneva. The UN headquarters, the financial district and the Rue du Rhone can be reached in a short walk. Hotel D’Angleterre’s spacious, air-conditioned rooms feature an elegant furnishings and luxurious bathrooms with bathrobes and slippers. Facilities include a flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station, and soundproof windows. Interconnecting rooms are available on request. Guests of the D'Angleterre are welcomed with a drink, homemade chocolate, and fresh fruits. Services include 24-hour room service and twice daily maid service. The stylish Windows restaurant serves Swiss and international gourmet cuisine. It offers direct views of the lake, with Mont Blanc in the background. In the elegant Leopard Bar, guests can relax in front of the fireplace and enjoy live music on 6 days a week. Cornavin Train Station is 700 metres away, and Cointrin Airport can be reached in a 15-minute drive.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Geneva.
Super central. Comfortable beds. Great breakfast. The Hotel Rotary Geneva - MGallery can be found in the centre of the city, only a 5-minute walk from the Cornavin Train Station and a 3-minute walk from Lake Geneva. The 4-star superior boutique hotel offers free WiFi in all areas. The air-conditioned rooms come with a 43" flat-screen TV and a minibar. There is a fireplace. Two complimentary bottles of water are provided upon arrival. Homemade French dishes including fresh and seasonal products are served in the L'Artisan restaurant. Other places to relax include the hotel bar and a fireplace. Guests at the Hotel Rotary Geneva - MGallery have free access to a fitness centre and a sauna. A free card for Geneva Public Transport - bus, tram, boat "Mouette" and the train to the airport - will be sent to you by email. Public car park 5 minutes' walk from the hotel.Show full description
One of the most CENTRAL boutique hotels in Geneva. It also has a central location and super comfortable beds.
Creative. Very stylish. Cosy rooms. The unique Hôtel Les Armures hotel housed in a 17th-century building in the heart of Geneva's old town boasts a unique historic atmosphere, charming rooms and fine cuisine. Within a 10-minute walk you can reach the shopping district, the lake-front promenade and the main museums. The hotel offers you luxurious yet unpretentious accommodation and excellent dining. Guests will sleep within walls steeped in history beside the adjoining St. Pierre Cathedral. Guest rooms are all air-conditioned and lavishly furnished, feature marble bathrooms, thick bathrobes and the latest technology including free wireless internet access and satellite TVs. Café Hôtel Les Armures is a city landmark and Geneva's oldest coffee house, a popular spot among locals and a must-see for visitors. The restaurant serves classic French gourmet cuisine while in the cellar the Carnotzet offers cheese specialities including Raclette and Fondue. Hôtel Les Armures has been a magnet for foreign dignitaries wishing to discover the true soul of this international city. Hôtel Les Armures has welcomed such famous guests as presidents Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter and John F. Kennedy.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most CREATIVE AND STYLISH boutique hotels in Geneva. It also has very cosy rooms.
Stylish. Great location. Very clean. Located in the centre of Geneva, The Hamlet provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. This 5-star aparthotel offers a lift and luggage storage space. The aparthotel features family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. The units in the aparthotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A dishwasher, an oven and microwave are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the aparthotel, every unit has bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the aparthotel include St. Pierre Cathedral, Jet d'Eau and Gare de Cornavin. The nearest airport is Geneva International Airport, 9 km from The Hamlet.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a great location in Geneva!
Elegant. Good breakfast. Overlooking the Rhône river and within walking distance of the city’s main attractions such as the Lake, Jet D’eau and St. Peter’s Cathedral, Mandarin Oriental, Geneva is within easy reach of Geneva’s chic boutiques and restaurant, the financial district and the United Nations building. Combining luxury, style and unbeatable service, we're the perfect city retreat. Fine dining, unparalleled service and luxury make it the ideal choice for discerning travellers. With a peaceful setting blending breathtaking mountain backdrops with stunning River Rhône vistas, Mandarin Oriental, Geneva is a five-star hotel with contemporary Swiss hospitality. Many suites enjoying private terraces with supreme views of the river, Old Town and snow-capped mountains. The 178 rooms and suites are designed with a contemporary and refined style, inspired by nature, mountains, and water. The 35 luxurious and elegant suites offer a residential experience, including eight suites with private terraces and panoramic views, and four Signature suites. Adorned with contemporary Swiss artworks, all rooms pay tribute to the history of the location, Swiss landscapes, and the journey of the river, from glaciers to the Mediterranean. Our outstanding restaurants and vibrant bar have made a significant contribution to Geneva’s dining scene. Under the guidance of Laurent Wozniak, Executive Chef at Mandarin Oriental, Geneva, Le Bistrot du Rhône is a pop-up restaurant, offering French bistrot cuisine within a modern setting overlooking the Rhône River from its veranda. SACHI’s innovative design features stylish table seating for guests to share exquisite combinations of modern Japanese signature dishes by Chef Mitsu, trained by the master Nobu Matsuhisa. SACHI also features a Martini Bar and an intimate ten-seat Omakase Bar, where guests can enjoy a live six, eight or ten-course dining experience. The newly renovated MO Bar offers a selection of signature cocktails and mocktails, made with herbal infusions and teas from India and Asia, inspired by the Silk Road. Featuring Bellefontaine Spa Suites, a fully equipped TechnoGym fitness center, as well as yoga and private fitness rooms, visitors of Mandarin Oriental, Geneva can rejuvenate and unwind with Swiss expertise.Show full description
Great value. Friendly staff. Enjoy the atmosphere of a private home in the heart of Geneva, in this haven of discreet luxury, a few steps from the lake and close to the shopping and business area. The Eastwest Hotel represents the harmonious combination of a stunning contemporary décor, eastern and western traditions and modern technology, in a subtle play of light and shade. Elegant and comfortable rooms, all equipped with individually controlled air-conditioning/heating, a pleasant, functional working area with a broad-band and wireless internet access, an interactive cable TV with a large flat screen and a Nespresso coffee machine contribute to an atmosphere of ultimate luxury. The Eastwest's restaurant serves inventive cuisine inspired by fresh market products in a refined and intimate setting, looking out onto an open-sky patio. The lobby bar offers a selection of original cocktails. Guests can relax in the sauna or get active in the fully equipped fitness area of the Eastwest Hotel.Show full description
Cool. Popular among business travellers. Overlooking a square beside the Rhône, the privately owned The New Midi is located in the heart of Geneva, just a 3-minute walk across the bridge from the Old Town and offers you air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. You can take advantage of free coffee, tea and fruits all day. Just 500 metres from the main railway station and about 15 minutes’ drive from the airport, the New Midi is easily accessible. There is also parking available next to the hotel.Show full description
Great location. Great views. Popular among business travellers. Situated on the shore of Lake Geneva, a 15-minute drive from the airport and 500 metres from the train station, The Ambassador is located in the centre of Geneva. Free Wi-Fi is available. The Ambassador Hotel overlooks a lovely square on the bank of the Rhône River and the lake. Most of the rooms offer views of the lake and the river. Swiss and French specialities can be enjoyed in the charming restaurant or on the street-side terrace.Show full description
Great value. Featuring period furniture in all rooms of its historic building, Hôtel de la Cigogne offers you an elegant atmosphere for your stay in the centre of Geneva, right on the charming Longemalle square next to the Old Town, the English Garden and Lake Geneva. The restaurant serves gourmet seasonal cuisine in its Belle Epoque ambiance. Room service is available 24 hours a day. A continental breakfast is served. All rooms in the Hôtel de La Cigogne are air-conditioned and feature HD Led TVs and free WiFi. You can take advantage of concierge services and valet parking.Show full description
Nice style. Central. Very clean. Popular among business travellers. Ideally situated in Geneva, Hotel D Geneva features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a fitness centre. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Hotel D Geneva provides some units with lake views, and each room includes a kettle. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near Hotel D Geneva include Gare de Cornavin, Jet d'Eau and United Nations Geneva. The nearest airport is Geneva International Airport, 5 km from the hotel.Show full description
Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva is a luxury 5-star hotel with 3 gourmet restaurants, a spa complex and an indoor pool, that enjoys a privileged location on Lake Geneva shore with stunning views of the Jet d'Eau fountain, Mont Blanc and the French Alps. All rooms are equipped with an iPad. Rooms at Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva are spacious and beautifully designed, with calm tones and natural light. They all feature a plasma TV with satellite and pay TV channels, a safety deposit box and a work desk. All rooms also provide coffee and tea making facilities. The hotel is home to 3 gourmet restaurants: Italian cuisine at Il Vero, steak at Le Grill and traditional Chinese cuisine at Loù One. The FloorTwo Bar offers cocktails and drinks and guests can enjoy meals at the lounge. Located in the same building, there is the trendy Java Club nightclub and the Théâtre du Léman, providing evening entertainment with artists from all around the world. The hotel’s Spa and Fitness Center, with its 1,400 square metres of space, provides relaxing moments and features Geneva's largest indoor swimming pool. Fairmont Grand Hotel Geneva is ideally situated, a 10-minutes walk from the Cornavin Train Station and the Old Town, and 1.5 km from the United Nations.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Hôtel Métropole Genève features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Geneva. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is less than 1 km from the city centre and a 9-minute walk from Jet d'Eau. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms include a wardrobe. Continental and American breakfast options are available daily at Hôtel Métropole Genève. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Gare de Cornavin, St. Pierre Cathedral and Flower Clock. The nearest airport is Geneva International Airport, 6 km from Hôtel Métropole Genève.Show full description
Trendy. Comfortable beds. This elegant 5-star hotel is located on Geneva’s waterfront promenade, offering spectacular views of Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc and the Alps. It features a luxurious spa and an outdoor pool. All rooms at Hotel President Wilson are air-conditioned and feature state-of-the-art technology, Hermès bathroom amenities, and a flat-screen B&O TV. Free high-speed WiFi (up to 200 MB) is available throughout the Hotel. Dining options include the seasonal Japanese restaurant Umami, run by the famous chef Michel Roth and open between June and September, the Bayview Restaurant by Michel Roth which was awarded its first Michelin star in 2014 and received 18 out of 20 points at the Gault-Millau guide in 2016, and the Lebanese restaurant Arabesque. The President Wilson's 2 elegant bars include the Glow bar lounge and the So bar and during summer, you can also enjoy a cocktail at the Pool bar by the heated outdoor swimming pool (open from May to September). Unique in Switzerland, the exclusive Spa La Mer offers La Mer high-quality treatments, including the popular "Crème". The spa also features a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam bath. A fitness centre equipped with Technogym products is open 24 hours a day and can be used free of charge. A 5-minute walk away, a small boat is available free of charge to take guests to the shopping area and the Old Town. Cornavin Train Station is a 5-minute drive from the President Wilson Hotel. A bus stop is right in front. Geneva’s public transport network can be used free of charge by guests. The international organisations and many banks and boutiques are only steps away.Show full description
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