9 Of The Best Budget Hotels & Vacation Rentals In Geneva

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Venkateshwar
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Surrounded by the Alps and the Jura Mountains, Geneva amazes one and all with its picturesque countryside and mesmerizing beauty. Located at the southern tip of expansive Lake Geneva, the diverse and enchanting landscape leaves everyone spellbound. The numerous attractions of Geneva, from the famous Jet d'Eau and the foot of Mont-Blanc to the legendary birthplace of fine watchmaking and the joy of dining in top restaurants, there is plenty to see and do in Geneva.

While enjoying your holiday, be careful about the place you will spend your nights. Here are 9 recommended hotels that don’t compromise on luxury.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on December 17, 2024.

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1. Hotel Drake - Longchamp (from USD 215)

This hotel is located in the middle of the commercial and cultural district of Geneva, near Lake Geneva. The spacious rooms are great and come with a large bed and comfortable mattress. The bathrooms are well equipped and clean and the rooms offer a separate kitchenette. A rich breakfast buffet in the morning and a range of fine wines in the wine bar, Le Pesage, make the stay a memorable experience.

The nearby parks offer lovely strolls in a quiet and relaxing environment with the backdrop of the snow-covered peak of Mont Blanc, Europe’s highest mountain.

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Drake Longchamp

Wifi Available

Address: Rue Butini 7

1.05 km (0.7 mi) from The Geneva Water Fountain

Parking Pets allowed Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Laundry

2. Hotel Central (from USD 121)

Located in the heart of Geneva, the family-owned Hotel Central is a few minutes’ walk from the Flower Clock and the Jet d'Eau fountain on Lake Geneva. This budget hotel offers complimentary continental breakfast and wireless internet, free of charge. The rooms are nicely furnished and clean and the staff very friendly and helpful. They even deliver breakfast to your room since there is no dining room.

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Hotel Central

7.4 User Rating Wifi Available

Address: Rue de la Rôtisserie, 2

939 meters (0.6 ft) from The Geneva Water Fountain

Non-smoking rooms Family rooms Internet services Lift Safety deposit box Heating Fax/photocopying Luggage storage

3. Hotel Montana (from USD 148)

Located in the heart of Geneva, the Montana is only a few steps away from the Cornavin Train Station. It has modern rooms with soundproof windows, a comfortable bed, and updated decor. The hotel offers free transport card and daily breakfast buffets, with enough variety for a continental breakfast, with many condiments and fresh pastries - all delicious. The WiFi is good and staff is friendly.

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Hotel Montana

Wifi Available

Address: 23, rue des Alpes

895 meters (0.6 ft) from The Geneva Water Fountain

Parking Pets allowed Non-smoking rooms Family rooms Breakfast in the room Internet services Lift Safety deposit box

4. Luxurious, modern studio, near the station, 20 minutes from Geneva (from 69 USD)

This modernly designed residence is located near the business center of Geneva. It has a lift and has a seating area with satellite TV, kitchenette with kitchen utensils, oven, microwave oven, fridge, electric hob and a kettle. Bed linen and towels are provided. Additional services, payable on site include breakfast, a car park, cleaning and laundry.

Luxurious, modern studio, near the station, 20 minutes from Geneva

Price: from 69 USD

Number of Guests: 2

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5. Business Park Hotel Thoiry - Genève – Studio (from USD 85)

Located in Thoiry, this hotel is close to the Serves Golf Club and Microcosm. The air-conditioned rooms feature kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. The hotel offers complementarily wired and wireless internet access and flat-screen televisions with satellite programming for entertainment.

Rooms have private balconies and the hotel also offers complimentary newspapers and bottled water. Housekeeping is provided weekly and there is a reasonably priced Italian restaurant located next door to the hotel.

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Thoiry, FR
4 Guests 0 Bedrooms 0 Bathrooms

6. Nash Airport Hotel (from USD 101)

The hotel offers a business corner, free WiFi, a sauna and a fitness room which can be also be used for free. The rooms are small but beds are comfortable and have all the required stuff. Typical Swiss and international cuisine is offered in the restaurant and the bar serves a wide range of drinks until 1:00 in the morning.

A free shuttle service operates between the Nash Hotel and the airport, from 4:30 to 5:30 every 10 minutes and from 5:30 to midnight, every 20 minutes. Public transport stops are just a five-minute walk away (bus 10 - Dejoinville). The Palexpo Exhibition Centre is 1 km (.6 miles) away.

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Nash Airport Hotel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: chemin de la Violette 11

4.43 km (2.8 mi) from The Geneva Water Fountain

Parking Restaurant Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre Terrace Non-smoking rooms

7. Studio – Geneve

The apartment is well-kept, comfortable, quiet, attractive, and close to all amenities (shops and transport). The apartment has a lounge/ bedroom, bathroom, and separate WC. The kitchen has a microwave, fridge, pans, crockery and cutlery, dishes and accessories. Provisions for parking and laundry are also here. The owner is very helpful and kind.

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956 meters (0.6 ft) from The Geneva Water Fountain
31 reviews  
studio 2 Guests 0 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner was very helpful and kind
Location:
as advertised it is an easy bus ride to downtown
nevertheless the apartment is quiet and restful
Cleanliness:
the apartment was very clean
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8. Geneva Residence - Studio with one sleeper sofa bed

This apartment is close to Etrambieres, shopping, and the Jet d'Eau fountain. It features kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves, as well as flat-screen televisions and complimentary wireless internet access. There is also a desk and a separate sitting area.

Housekeeping is provided weekly and guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast for an extra charge. Featured amenities include laundry, multilingual staff and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Parking is also available for an extra charge.

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Gaillard, FR
4 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

9. Aparthotel Adagio Geneve Mont Blanc - Studio

This residence is located in the heart of Geneva and everything you need is close by. The air-conditioned rooms feature kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. The hotel offers complementarily wired and wireless internet access and flatscreen televisions with satellite programming for entertainment.

Phones, as well as safes and desks are also here and a daily buffet breakfast is available, for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, express check-in and express check-out. The staff is exceptional - very polite and helpful.

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Geneva, CH
4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Paradise on earth

Geneva has plenty to offer, whether it is the mesmerizing beauty of the countryside or Mont-Blanc. No matter if you want suitable accommodation for a family vacation, a holiday with friends, a honeymoon, or a business trip, you can easily find the best option on this list.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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