Downtown Geneva Travel Guide
Geneva
Visit Downtown Geneva
Stay near popular Downtown Geneva attractions
Things to do
Jet d’Eau de Genève guided tour of the city icon
Geneva: Scenic Lake Cruise with Snacks and Wine
Luxury Private Concierge - French Alps Driving Tour
Glass-Roof Bus Tour to Interlaken, Grindelwald & Lauterbrunnen from Geneva
Top hotels in Downtown Geneva
Hotel Suisse
"Excellent location, opposite the SBB train station, close to everything."
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva by IHG
"The room was comfortable and very clean. The extensive buffet breakfast was a cost effective way to eat in a very expensive city. I really enjoyed my stay and would recommend it to family and friends."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
citizenM Geneva
"This place is awesome! Staff were very helpful. Location is great for walking around the old town area. Very modern and techy hotel with fun amenities. Favorite part is the option to fill up a water pitcher with bubbly or regular water to take to the room."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Hotel Bernina Geneva
"Had a great stay here. It’s brilliantly located opposite the railway station which suited me as I needed easy access. The staff were fantastic - everyone I met was very welcoming and helpful, especially when I arrived very late for check in. Would definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Hotel Royal
Hotel De Geneve
"This was just a quick 1 night stay. Hotel had good location but was quite limited with facilities. The shower room was very small and pod like. There were no photographs of the shower room within description."
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Geneva
Geneva City Centre
Known for its panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Geneva City Centre. Check out top attractions like Mont Blanc Bridge and Paquis Baths, and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop or Mole Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Geneva Old Town
Historical sites, lake views and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Geneva Old Town. Sights like Saint-Pierre Cathedral and Place du Bourg-de-Four are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Geneva area at Molard Tram Stop.
Cornavin
While you're in Cornavin, take in top sights like St. James Way and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Rues Basses - Old Town
Shopping, lake views and restaurants highlight some notable features of Rues Basses - Old Town. Make a stop by Flower Clock or Rue du Rhône while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Molard Tram Stop or Rive Tram Stop to get around town.
Saint-Gervais Les Bergues
While visiting Saint-Gervais Les Bergues, you might make a stop by sights like Rousseau Island and Cit é du Temps.
