Hotel Overview
handy
all I needed was perfect ! Internet connection on their computer available at all times
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natha
- Jan 16, 2012
Good location, but needs to work on some detail
Pros: Location, cost, style
Cons: you can't turn on the bathroom light without turning on the...
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bellplayer658
- Dec 31, 2011
Central Geneva hotel with unique swinging appeal
This hotel across from Cornavin train station offers a truly one-of-a-kind feature: a 98-foot-long pendulum, the longest in the world, stretching from the ninth floor to the ground floor. Leisure travelers appreciate the central location and can reach most of the top attractions within a 15-minute walk. Rooms were renovated in 2006. The four panoramic rooms and the eighth-floor breakfast room provide nice views of the city and the Jet d'Eau.
Highlights
- Central location within 15 minutes of most top attractions
- Four panoramic rooms and breakfast room offer views of Geneva and Jet d'Eau
- One of the world's largest pendulums
Rooms
All 162 rooms include a safe, mini-bar, television, Wi-Fi (fees apply) and large closets. Rooms were renovated in 2006 in streamlined minimalist style fitting the smaller spaces. Curved mirrors and a glass partition around the bathroom add fun and funky design elements. Rooms facing the train station have soundproof windows but guests still might want to request a room on the other side of the hotel. Four panoramic rooms provide views of the city and Jet d'Eau.
Features
Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the eighth-floor breakfast room with sunlight. Guests can work out in the small fitness room in the basement. Other features include bar/lounge, business center, concierge desk, and laundry facilities.
Transportation
- Geneva International Airport (2.9 mi/4.7 km)
- Gare de Cornavin (0.3 mi/0.5 km)
- Free Geneva Transport Card for use on public transportation
Hotel Cornavin Rooms
- single room
- Modern single room with AC and soud proof window. All rooms are non-smoking
- double/twin room
- Modern twin or double room with AC and soud proof window. All rooms are non-smoking
- triple room
- Modern triple room with AC and soud proof window. All rooms are non-smoking
Hotel Map
Gare de Cornavin, --, Geneva, 1201
- Area served
- Located just on the right of the main rail station.
- Nearby airports
- Geneva
- Area description
- Located in the centre of Geneva, next to the main station. All major touristic, business and shopping areas just a few steps from the hotel. The 164 rooms offers a contemporaty design and an attractive architecture. All rooms are very comfortable with AC, sound proof windows, safe, mini-bar, Pay TV, hair dryer and Wireless access.
Amenities
- Bar/Lounge
- Business center
- Elevators
- Fitness center
- Fitness center or spa
- Internet Access
- Laundry Service
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Pets allowed
- Room Service
- Safe Deposit Box
- Wireless Internet
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1400
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (66)
Ratings and reviews for Hotel Cornavin
- All travelers (66) 4 / 5
- Business (17) 3.6 / 5
- Couples (8) 3.8 / 5
- Families (8) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (4) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (11) 4.3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 3.8
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 3.8
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
handy
all I needed was perfect ! Internet connection on their computer available at all times
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
very pleased
with Hotel Cornavin. Location could not be better for transport connections and there are a variety of affordable restaurants nearby. Geneva can be a very pricey city, but I found good Thai, Vietnamese, and North African cafes with reasonable prices as well as the food in some nearby bars. Staff was friendly and noise was not an issue.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Good location, but needs to work on some detail
Pros: Location, cost, style Cons: you can't turn on the bathroom light without turning on the bedroom lights. This is problematic for the middle of the night bathroom trips. Also, the evening concierge is no good. The first night, they told us that breakfast was included in the room charges; at check out they told us that this was not correct. Then, they had difficulty recommending any fondue places to eat. He gave us a card for a place saying that he "didn't know much about it, except that it was close...." Not a very good recommnedation, if you ask me. All in all, though, it was a decent place to stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Good for informal small meetings, tourism
We used this hotel for a small business gathering. I would characterize it as a better than modest hotel, with good service, superb location, god breakfasts n a beautiful breakfast room. Prices are modest by Geneva standards unless there is a large UN function in town. IIt only serves breakfast, but it is surrounded by a variety of places to eat.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Perfect Location
If you're looking for a convenient place to stay that is close to almost every bus route in Geneva, this is your best bet. It's literally across the street from the main Geneva train station. The hotel will give you a free transportation card good for travel on any bus or tram in Geneva. Room was comfortable and clean, stayed on the 8th floor (panoramic views) where the restaurant was as well. Staff was friendly and very accommodating. Wifi is 20CH for 7 days which is a bit much considering most hotels include that (this is the only reason I didn't give them 5 stars).
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
If you plan on visiting CERN and want a guided tour you would have to reserve your spot (via their website) way in advance.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
At Central Rail Station
A great location for getting around Geneva and the surrounding countryside. There are shopping and restaurants nearby. The rooms are clean but ordinary. There were 3 twin beds in each of our rooms, so this seems to be a hotel for groups (skiers?) who want easy access to the train. Great for families on a budget.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
leisure with Boyfriend
stay was Ok. stayed in the panoromic rooms, very cold in the room, asked for them to check up...nothing happened. Oh, the big bed is really 2 beds put together, annoying if you are with your better half. A rude receptionnist on day 2. I avoided her like the plague from then on. Another funny thing happened, we were leaving the room for our days excursion and the housekeeper was outside the door, she complained that we had overstayed in the room and that she wanted to clean and finish up. what the..... we were only checking out the next day. When did staff get this nasty with no sense of customer care? like seriously! i did not even get angry as i thought it was some what amusing. When we came back, the cleanig was so substandard, she should have just left the room as was.............did not let that ruin our stay. They need to go back and have some refresher training on hospitality.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
anything touristy is withitn a short walking distance...or a few tram/bus stops from the hotel. This is situated right by the train station, so ideal if you are leaving Geneva for the day to visit other cities...
Reviewer score
Would recommend
perfect location, beautiful room
Nice, clean, convenient hotel with staff who speak excellent English. Breakfast is 18 Fr per person. There is wireless Internet but it is not free.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Time-saving tip:
Not Applicable
Walk out of the train station, turn right and you will see the hotel! Can't get any better than that. All the bus and trams run right outside the hotel too. There are shops all around, lots of places to eat BUT everything in Geneva is VERY expensive!! A meal is 2-3 times what you'd pay in US. No cheap food nearby except maybe McDonald's but we didn't look at their prices.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Good business hotel
Very conveniently located. Corner rooms on higher level have fantastic view.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
couldn't be better than this
Perfect location: right next to the train station, walking distance to old town. Modern room, clean, spacing, comfortable. Staff are very helpful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5