What can be a better experience than visiting Geneva – a beautiful cosmopolitan city in Switzerland that is considered one of the world’s best cities with the highest standards of living. Framed by the Alps, Jura Mountains and Lake Geneva, the city sparkles with charm and beauty and makes for a great tourist destination with grand art and culture, vibrant shopping, adventurous outdoors, noise nightlife and world-class dining scene. Geneva’s high altitude alleviates any extreme weather conditions, meaning summers are warm and winters are mild, which adds to the many reasons why the city appeals tenth of thousands of visitors from around the world.
Geneva is by no means a cheap destination but, like all destinations the city offers many free and inexpensive things to do, from window-shopping and visiting numerous free museums, to plunging into the stunning lake Geneva or lounging about in a park, to watching films under the stars or dancing at a concert in broad daylight, all completely free. Moreover, visitors to Geneva can take unlimited rides on city buses, trams, taxi boats across the lake and return to the airport by train, which is also a great advantage of the city. In a nutshell, being an international center, Geneva is a master of hospitality ready to cater to the highest of tastes to the lowest of budgets. This refers to Geneva accommodation, too, as the city is home to more than fourteen thousand beds in the city center ranging from student hostels to luxury five star resorts, boasting the ultimate in terms of service, quality and facilities on offer.
Budget hotels in Geneva provide guests with a range of facilities and amenities for cheap prices, and with flexible booking options available, as well as different websites offering reviews of hotels you can create the trip you want without breaking the banks. Here are some of the most popular low-cost hotels in Geneva that guarantee guests’ comfortable and pleasurable stay.
Ibis Geneve Petit Lancy
Close to Geneva Airport (a 25-minute ride by public transport), the budget-friendly Ibis Geneve Petit Lancy is a great choice for those looking for a modest getaway in the city center with easy access to the city’s myriad attractions and landmarks, including Bois de la Batie, Musee de Carouge and Geneva Adventure Center. Built in 2010, the hotel is made up of three floors, housing 88 guestrooms, all air-conditioned, non-smoking and soundproofed. In each room there is bathroom with shower, satellite television, internet access, hairdryer, toll-free/calling card calls and other amenities to ensure an unparalleled sense of comfort. Hotel guests can try awe-inspiring Swiss cuisine in the hotel’s Swissbistro restaurant and relax with a drink in the 24-hour hotel bar. The hotel is wheelchair friendly and offers private indoor parking.
Comfort Hotel Porte De Geneve
A 2-star two-storey hotel located within Geneva, Comfort Hotel Porte De Geneve is a convenient accommodation that appeals to those traveling to Geneva on a budget. The hotel welcomes guests to stay in a warm Savoyard atmosphere. Guests stay at the hotel’s comfortable guestrooms that are all furnished in Savoyard style and well-equipped with modern comforts, including television, telephone and hairdryer. A buffet style menu is offered in the hotel’s onsite restaurant, while a choice of specialties are served in a shady and flowered decked terrace. The property also caters to business travelers, offering fully equipped conference rooms along with all the conveniences, including faxing, internet access, etc. Distance to Geneva Airport is 12 kilometers.
Ibis Geneve Aeroport
Those who stay in the above mentioned hotels also prefer the pet-friendly Ibis Geneve Aeroport, another budget option in Geneva within short distance from such attractions as Geneva Palexpo Fairground, Ariana Ceramics and Glass Museum, United Nations European Headquarters and Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. Guests can choose from 109 air-conditioned rooms that are economical in their approach, relax and unwind in the hotel’s bar, or else have a fine dining experience in the restaurant on site. The lobby features wireless LAN with Internet access.
Geneva is a great place for a city break or family holiday, so staying in one of the above described hotels will help you save money and enjoy your holidays longer than you have planned.
