Geneva Hostel

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About the property

Near Jet d'Eau Fountain. Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area. This hostel also features a vending machine and bike storage.

Stop by the hostel's restaurant for lunch, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. This hostel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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Popularity

Very good

General

8171

Booking 8/10

7865

Expedia 8.4/10

306

Main services

Multilingual staff

Free Internet

Non-smoking establishment

Hotel safe

BBQ Facilities

Coworking space

Wheelchair-accessible

Elevator

Continental breakfast

Daily

Tea and coffee making facilities

Meeting room

Bikes Available

Library

Restaurant

Fridge

Picnic

Accessible parking

Vending Machine (snacks)

Luggage room

Garden

24-hour reception

Snacks

Microwave

Pets not allowed

* Some services may carry an extra charge.

Guest reviews

8.4/10 Very good

Cleanliness8.8/10

Staff and Service8.8/10

Amenities8.6/10

Property conditions and facilities8.4/10

8 / 10

Igor

A Comfortable Stay in Geneva with a Few Downsides

I stayed at this hostel in Geneva for two nights, and overall, it was a positive experience. The room was clean, and the price included a simple but good buffet breakfast, as well as a free public transport pass that you can start using from the moment you arrive at the airport until the end of your stay—definitely a nice perk. The location is excellent—very close to the main train station and the FlixBus stop, which was super convenient for me. The hostel also offers plenty of common areas where you can study, relax, or hang out before heading out or winding down at night. One thing to note: towels are not included in the price. You can rent one for 13 CHF (Swiss Francs)—10 CHF is a refundable deposit and 3 CHF is the rental fee. If you’ve forgotten anything, like toothpaste or earplugs, you can purchase it at the hostel, which is helpful. That said, there were a couple of downsides. The hostel doesn’t seem to enforce a quiet time, and during my stay, a school group was making noise on my floor around midnight and even again at 3 AM. I believe it would really help if a quiet time policy—say from 9 PM to 6 or 7 AM—were implemented and clearly communicated during check-in and when booking online. Also, the Wi-Fi was a bit too slow for my needs. Despite these issues, I had a good stay and would still consider returning if I ever visit Geneva again.

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10 Apr 2025

6 / 10

Glenn

The location and overall condition were good but they could use more showers and bathrooms. Additionally, the breakfast is somewhat limited but is adequate. I was going to have dinner there one night but there were literally about 100 teenagers for an event and the chaperones had them start lining up for dinner at the same time as I was entering so I took a pass.

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8 Apr 2025

10 / 10

Emily

Great stay

Stayed here solo for 2 nights whilst travelling Switzerland. It’s a 5 minute walk to the lake but maybe 20 to the more central part. Location was fab 5 minute walk to bus stop. Kitchen/toilets were great & clean. Bedrooms were outdated but for the price especially including breakfast can’t complain.

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7 Apr 2025

10 / 10

Verified traveler

Amazing hostel

Amazing hostel in Geneva, I was a little skeptical as everywhere I looked for a place to stay in Geneva was really expensive and I ended up going for this hostel and I’m so glad I did. The area was perfect a short and very scenic walk by the river to the old town and close to the bus stop that can take you to and from the airport. The staff were a highlight in this hostel, especially the gentleman on reception (I sadly did not catch his name) who seen I had sunburn on my face on the last night of my stay and gave me some of his own cream for the night, he is a credit to the team and went above and beyond. The breakfast was decent and they also had food on an evening in the restaurant available to purchase and pasta available at reception 24/7. The beds were comfortable the only issue I had was the mattress protector on my bed was very loud making crinkle noises every time I moved but I think this was only my bed as I didn’t hear anyone else’s! Other than that it was very comfortable and everyone in the hostel was friendly. I would love to see some activities hosted there for solo travellers to meet others this would be a great addition. All in all I would definitely recommend this hostel and can’t wait to stay here again!

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1 Apr 2025

Information about the area

Geneva, Switzerland

In the heart of Geneva, Geneva Hostel is within a 5-minute drive of Brunswick Monument and United Nations European Headquarters. This hostel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Flower Clock and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Rue du Rhône.

The city of Geneva has a population of 200,000 inhabitants and is one of largest in Switzerland, is the capital of the canton and is situated on the Lac Leman, also named Lake of Geneva, it is divided by Rhône River, which emerges from the lake. It is a nice and charming city with numerous bridges. The Gothic Cathédrale de St-Pierre towers over the vieille ville, Geneva’s old section of narrow, winding streets and flower-bedecked homes. Climb the north tower for a spectacular view of the old town. Most of the city’s museums are in the vieille ville. The Musée d’Art et d’Histoire prides itself on its eclecticisms. Exhibits range from ancient Greek vases to Dadaism art. The Petit Palais houses a wonderful collection of modern art in an intimate 19th century palace. Geneva’s lakefront is beautiful. The audacious Jet d’Eau is one of the world’s tallest fountain. Don’t miss the manicured Jardin Anglais with its famous Horloge Fleurie, a large clock adorned with flowers, erected in homage to Geneva’s clock industry. Geneva remains the international city it has been for centuries, epitomizing the Swiss neutrality which has welcomed such diverse visitors as Lenin and Borges. Today, diplomats and the executives of innumerable corporations fill Geneva’s offices, though seldom its spotless streets. Sedate and picturesque, Geneva is the most pleasant city in Switzerland.

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What’s nearby

Park Mon Repos - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Paquis Baths - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
La Perle-du-Lac Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Sisi Monument - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Brunswick Monument - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Notre Dame Basilica - 1 km / 0.6 mi

Getting around

geneva railway station, ch - 1.91 km
geneve, ch - 0.73 km
(GVA) Geneva, Geneve Cointrin, CH - 4.01 km
(QNJ) Annemasse, Annemasse, FR - 9.54 km

About accommodation

General

Safety deposit box
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking throughout
WiFi available in all areas
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Lift

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers
Key access
24-hour security
Security alarm
CCTV in common areas
Smoke alarms
Key card access
CCTV outside property

Services

Fax/photocopying
Lockers
24-hour front desk
Vending machine (snacks)
Vending machine (drinks)
Meeting/banquet facilities
Luggage storage
Laundry
Shared lounge/TV area

Safety features

First aid kit available
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Process in place to check health of guests

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out
Physical distancing rules followed
Cashless payment available
Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Food & Drink

Snack bar
Restaurant
Wine/champagne
Coffee house on site
Special diet menus (on request)

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & drink safety

Delivered food is securely covered
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Physical distancing in dining areas
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Breakfast takeaway containers

Internet

Internet services
WiFi
Free WiFi

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Outdoor fireplace
Garden
Picnic area
Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking garage
Parking
Private parking
Accessible parking
Parking on site

Accessibility

Lower bathroom sink
Wheelchair accessible
Toilet with grab rails
Emergency cord in bathroom

Transport

Public transport tickets

Reception services

Invoice provided

Languages

العربية
Deutsch
English
Español
Français
Português
Türkçe

About the rooms

The accommodation has 64 rooms:

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet

General

Trash cans
Hardwood or parquet floors
Safety deposit box
Fan
Lockers
Heating
Reading light
Key card access
Mosquito net
Smoke alarm

Layout

Window

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Accessible by lift
Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Clothes rack

Bathroom

Body soap
Bath or shower
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Shampoo
Toilet
Shower
Towels
Private bathroom
Towels/sheets (extra fee)
Shared bathroom
Bidet

Entertainment and family services

Baby safety gates

Outdoors

Terrace
Balcony
Outdoor furniture

View

City view
Sea view
Garden view
Quiet street view
Lake view
Mountain view
View
Inner courtyard view

*Some services may only be available in specific rooms or upon request.

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Guests only
No reservation required

About parking

The accommodation offers 1 parking option:

Parking type

Private

Location

On-site

Reservation

Reservation required

Cost

25,00 CHF per day

Internet

Coverage

Entire property

Connection type

Wi-Fi

Price

Free

Policies

Check-in

Checkin from 15:00 to 23:30
Minimum age for check-in: 18 years old

Check-out

Checkout from 00:00 to 11:00

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children

Children of any age are welcome.

Extra beds

Extra beds is not available at this property. Cots are not available at this property.

Special check-in instructions

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.75 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional fees

Uncovered self parking fee: CHF 15 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Other details

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

*The information provided about this accommodation is for informational purposes and has been supplied by the provider. It may be subject to change. We recommend verifying it directly with the accommodation.