Geneva Hotels with Gym

This is a business hotel with clean, tidy, and adequately sized rooms. However, if you're traveling with children and have more than two suitcases, I'd recommend booking at least a 'boutique room' as standard rooms might not have enough space for your luggage. The hotel staff are highly professional; I even encountered an employee (not ethnically Chinese) who spoke fluent Mandarin. Although they weren't speaking to me directly, it felt very welcoming. Indeed, there were quite a few Chinese guests coming and going. The hotel's lobby bar is excellent, offering a wide selection of drinks from 11 AM until late evening. The staff there are very enthusiastic. Crucially, the hotel is incredibly close to the airport. One of the photos I uploaded shows a building at the end of the road, which is part of the airport complex. To its left is P51, the car rental parking lot at Geneva Airport, and T1 terminal is just a short walk to its right. It's only a 7-minute walk from P51 back to the hotel, and 12 minutes from the terminal. This makes it particularly convenient for travelers who rent and return their cars at Geneva Airport. Of course, the hotel also provides a free shuttle bus service to and from the airport. It runs every 20 minutes, takes about 5 minutes, and I believe it starts as early as 4 AM. Turn right just 30 meters from the hotel entrance, and you'll find a bus stop for the No. 10 bus, which goes directly to Lake Geneva (a 5-minute walk from the stop) and Geneva Old Town. Upon check-in, the front desk provides an A4 printout with a free electronic public transport pass. Simply scan the QR code to download the 'hello Geneva' app, enter the 8-digit coupon ID, and you can generate an electronic travel card. You can use it for free for as many days as you're staying at the hotel. Breakfast is served on the basement level, with both indoor and outdoor seating (smoking allowed outdoors). The food selection is decent, including coffee, milk, juices, sausages, eggs (uncommonly, besides the usual cheesy scrambled eggs, they also offered fried egg rolls), salmon, and a good variety of cold cuts like ham and salami. Fruits, toast, bread, and mini croissants are also available. The hotel's charging sockets require an adapter. They support UK-style plugs, but for European round plugs, the recessed holes are quite deep. If you bring an adapter from home, make sure it's a long-tipped one like mine. Some round-headed adapters can only fit into the central socket.

Location: 15-20 minutes walk from the train station, about 10 minutes walk from the Palais des Nations. The nearby streets are relatively clean, and although it is on the street, it is generally quiet. Facilities: The hotel as a whole looks old-fashioned, and the room door key is also traditional, and you have to manually lock the door when entering and exiting. The internal facilities of the room should be relatively new and renovated, and the washbasin is a bit small. The windows can be opened for ventilation. There is no kettle in the room, and the mini bar needs to be paid for separately. Breakfast service: The breakfast is relatively simple, with freshly ground coffee. The staff is also quite enthusiastic.

This one is hard to rate. Before booking, I contacted Ctrip to confirm if the suite could accommodate two children, and they said yes. However, upon check-in, they absolutely refused and insisted I book another room. Even before the new booking was confirmed, they only allowed three people upstairs, forcing the fourth person to wait at the front desk until the confirmation process was complete. Additionally, the room was very small and noisy, aside from being close to the airport. The picture shows a city view.

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.

I stayed for 3 nights in June, during an unusually hot spell. The room had air conditioning, and it worked well if you tilted the bathroom door towards the room. Not having a fridge in the room was a bit of a hassle, but I could get free ice from the front desk. The location was super convenient, almost directly connected to Geneva Central Station. My room unfortunately faced the recycling collection point, so the view wasn't great, but it was kept clean so it didn't bother me too much. The breakfast restaurant on the 8th floor seems to only be open for breakfast and offers only a continental spread. I was a little disappointed that there were no vegetables.

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.

I've been in Europe for half a month, and this is truly the best hotel experience I've had so far. Yesterday, when I was changing hotels, I arrived a bit early, around 11 AM, and they had a room available and let me check in early. That night, I got a fever due to my personal constitution. The next day, the hotel agreed to a 2-hour late check-out. After checking out, I was resting in the lobby, and an auntie who was cleaning saw I wasn't feeling well. She pushed two sofas together so I could lie down and rest, and I slowly started to feel better. Being sick and uncomfortable abroad is truly a fear.

I spent two days at this hotel. I liked the location near the lake,the interesting design,and the delicious,varied breakfasts. The only thing that slightly detracted from my experience was the check in process: no one helped me with my luggage,and I am young petite woman. I had to carry my luggage to my room myself,and this was the first time I encountered such a situation in 27 countries. Overall ,everything was excellent,but I would have preferred a more attentive staff. I highly recommend this hotel.

The hotel located near United Nations, public transportation is free by traveling in GENEVA, the hotel staff will help to register when you check in. The room was clean, but the furniture was a bit old as expected. The breakfast was offered by semi buffet, a variety of food selections, quality of food was nice.

🇨🇭 Geneva Old Town Guide (For Under 30s) Explore the charming cobblestone streets, hidden courtyards, and vibrant culture of Geneva’s Old Town (Vieille Ville) with this 3-day itinerary designed for young travelers who love history, culture, and a bit of fun. 🗓 Itinerary Day 1: Arrival & Old Town Orientation Morning: Arrive in Geneva and check into your accommodation. Afternoon:Start at Place du Bourg-de-Four, the heart of Old Town. Visit St. Pierre Cathedral – climb the tower for panoramic views. Explore the Archeological Site beneath the cathedral. Evening:Grab dinner at Les Armures, a cozy Swiss restaurant. Enjoy drinks at Le Verre à Monique, a stylish speakeasy-style bar. Day 2: Culture & Chill Morning:Breakfast at Birdie Food & Coffee. Visit the Maison Tavel – Geneva’s oldest house turned museum. Afternoon:Walk through Parc des Bastions and play a giant chess game. Visit the Reformation Wall and learn about Geneva’s Protestant history. Evening:Dinner at Café du Bourg-de-Four. Optional: Catch a performance at the Grand Théâtre de Genève or enjoy live music at La Bretelle. Day 3: Markets & Views Morning:Brunch at Café du Centre (great for people-watching). Stroll through the Plainpalais Flea Market (Wednesdays & Saturdays). Afternoon:Visit Musée d’Art et d’Histoire (free entry). Walk up to Promenade de la Treille to see the longest wooden bench in the world and enjoy the view. Evening:Sunset drinks at Rooftop 42 or Les Voiles (seasonal). Optional: Night walk along the Jet d’Eau and Lake Geneva. 🏨 Accommodation (Budget-Friendly & Stylish) City Hostel Geneva – Affordable, clean, and social. MEININGER Hotel Genève Centre Charmilles – Modern, great for solo travelers. Hotel Bel’Espérance – Quaint and centrally located in Old Town. 🍴 Food Recommendations Budget Eats:Chez Ma Cousine – Famous for roast chicken. Holy Cow! Gourmet Burger – Tasty burgers, student-friendly prices. Manora – Self-service with lots of options and lake views. Coffee & Brunch:Boréal Coffee Shop Café Remor Sweet Treats:Du Rhône Chocolatier – Iconic Geneva chocolate. Martel Chocolatier – Try the pavés de Genève. 📌 Tips Transport: Geneva offers a free public transport card if you stay in a hotel—ask at check-in! Language: French is the main language, but English is widely spoken. Budget: Geneva is pricey—look for lunch specials and free museum days. Weather: Pack layers; it can get chilly even in summer evenings. Local Etiquette: Greet with a polite “Bonjour” and don’t forget to say “Merci”!