4-Star Hotels in Geneva

I had a great weekend in Geneva, and my stay at Appart-City Genève-Vernier-Aéroport went very well. The studio we had was perfect: cozy, well-arranged, and comfortable. The location is ideal, with shops nearby and very convenient public transportation to get around the city easily. The booking process was hassle-free, everything was very straightforward. The only minor drawback was the room window: it doesn't open very easily, which makes ventilation a bit difficult and causes some odors to linger longer in the room. Other than that, everything was impeccable, and I genuinely loved my stay. I highly recommend this establishment!

The cleanliness was very good, and the ceiling height and room size are truly very generous for Switzerland. The apartment-style hotel is fully equipped with everything you need, and the environment is pleasant with a supermarket right downstairs, making it very convenient. The only downside is that it takes about 15-20 minutes to drive to the city center. Unfortunately, we were assigned to the ground floor, facing a ground-level planted garden (which was actually just weeds) with completely obstructed views. For the same room rate, being on the ground floor versus the 2nd floor and above makes a world of difference in terms of the view (as seen in the photos, the ground-floor window looks out entirely at weeds with zero scenery, and through the windows you can't see the cityscape at all, nor can you even see the sky from the living room window). Naturally, if guests are assigned to the ground floor, the price should definitely be lower than the 2nd floor and above, which was very disappointing. Moreover, we checked in right at the earliest possible time at 3:00 PM, but the front desk completely refused to accommodate our request for a change and showed zero service mindset. Everything else was great. Those who prioritize cleanliness and room size can choose this place; it is much better than the older hotels in the city center.

The hotel's location is truly unbeatable. It's just a 15-minute drive from the airport, directly across from a Coop supermarket, and right next to a light rail station, making getting around incredibly convenient. They even thoughtfully provide a Swiss transport card, which saves a lot on sightseeing around the city. The room was clean and comfortable, and despite facing the main street, the window insulation was excellent, ensuring a great night's sleep. The downsides are that the elevator is a bit narrow, so with large luggage, you can probably only fit two people. Also, to get to the elevators on the first floor from the check-in lobby on the ground floor, you have to go up a few stairs, meaning you have to carry your luggage yourself, which is a peculiar design. Furthermore, with many guests, rooms aren't available until 3 PM, so if you arrive early, you'll have to wait in the lobby. Breakfast is classic European style; there aren't many hot dishes, but the cold cuts selection is abundant, including smoked salmon and air-dried beef. They even offer strawberries and kiwi for fruit, which was a pleasant surprise. Overall, it's a good place.

Very good stay. Reception staff very friendly and helpful. Hotel foyer area looks impressive, but the rooms were slightly lacking…they were clean and well decorated but I wasn’t a fan of the open shelving for clothes, there was no hairdryer (can be requested from reception), no fridge/minibar and only 1 towel for 2 guests? These were small issues though, and were the only minus points. Right behind the hotel, a 2 minute walk, is the rail station straight in to Geneva which was a huge benefit. The only other thing I would point out is that the free shuttle from the airport needs to be arranged/booked in advance, easy enough but I didn’t realise until arrival at the airport.

The location is pretty convenient and accessible. It was 1 minute walk away from the tram station and 2 stops away from Cornavin Station. Staffs were friendly and approachable at all times. Even though, I didn’t mention that it will be my birthday, they prepared a small amenity for me on my second day stay. Truly appreciate it! Hotel and the room is clean. Very pleasing to the eyes. Room came with universal socket which came in handy since my luggage was delayed and I do not have travel adapter with me. All in all, I had a really pleasant stay. Thank you N’vy!

Swiss hotels are relatively expensive due to limited space, but this time, because my trip was longer, I booked a slightly larger double room with a view of the Jet d'Eau. From my room, I could see the fountain and the beautiful old buildings in the surrounding square. The room had three windows, which were very bright when open. My room also had a small luggage compartment. The hotel was very clean, and there was bus number 10 nearby that goes directly to and from the airport. However, you need to bring your own basic toiletries as they are not provided. It's a short walk from the city center, but not too far. There's a Burger King nearby, but for something better, you need to go to the train station where there's a Chinese restaurant; the food is decent. The hotel floors are wooden, which felt cleaner than carpet. Considering the high cost of living in Switzerland, this hotel is quite good value and worth recommending.

From arriving at the airport for my first trip to Geneva and getting the shuttle bus to the hotel I felt relieved to be greeted by driver of the bus and checked in at the front desk. As a disabled traveller some trips are more difficult than others. I was meeting my teenage granddaughter later that evening and felt confident that I would be able to meet her back at the airport train station without difficulty. The Crowne Plaza was a beautiful hotel, ideally located and the staff were helpful,friendly and welcoming. The room was clean and quiet. The beds were super comfy and the shower was a dream with wonderful smelling products and soft towels to wash away the stress of the days travelling. The breakfast was excellent, everything one plus a teenager could want! Full marks on that. My only complaint would be our dining experience. I booked a table and arrived on time I ordered a Gin & Tonic for myself and Tap water for the table as we were both thirsty. I ended up having to ask 3 times for the water and was eventually given a bottle of still water and being charged for it. The water from the tap in the room is labelled as drinking water, I would therefore expect tap water for the restaurant to be of the same quality. The Gin was billed as a double at CHF22.00 and Tonic billed separately 😳 I didn’t order a double, was not asked and in fact did not want a double! The food was expensive and okay but nothing to get excited about. I would not go to the restaurant again. The service was poor and hard to get someone’s attention ☹️

As a business hotel with the bare minimum, bed and shower, and convenience of being close to the airport, it's ok. The breakfast buffet at CHF32 was very good. Geneva is an expensive city per se. This week, I think there were fairs/events in the city crowding the hotels and bringing the prices up. Things to complain about: the shower doesn't have a door, so the bathroom gets all wet. There are no amenities like courtesy slippers, toothbrushes, and toothpaste (Yeah, save the planet...) And the shower mixer gives you 3 choices: cold, hot, and cold-hot-cold-hot... So, showering is a challenge. Think of these ”chain/brand” hotels as that is what you get to make their EPS go up and please their shareholders. There is nothing to do with hospitality.

Beautiful, with a typical European style, not super modern, but very clean. The front desk staff were very friendly. Valet parking is available for 45 CHF per day. Breakfast is a Western-style meal with ham, salad, yogurt, etc. It's a semi-buffet, with some items needing to be ordered. The location is excellent, right in the city center, and within walking distance to everything. Facilities: It's an old hotel, not new, but clean. Cleanliness: Very clean, though you might notice the woody smell of an old building. Service: The service was great.

Traveling through France and Switzerland, I have to say that Swiss hotel service is a notch above French, truly reflecting the difference between a highly developed and a regular developed country. Even though this hotel doesn't have a high rating on Ctrip, its facilities, views, service, and breakfast were all excellent. If you're looking for accommodation near Geneva station, I highly recommend this place.