Hotel Cornavin

Hotels
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Independent
8.8 (136 reviews)
Gare de Cornavin, 23 Bd James-Fazy, Geneva, GE, 1201 , Geneva , CH

Pets allowed

Facilities

Elevator
Fitness facilities
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Smoke-free property
Computer station
Banquet hall
Fitness facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location next to Geneva main train station
Friendly, helpful staff (majority of reviews)
Generally clean rooms
Convenient access to trams and buses / free transit pass
Some rooms are spacious and bright when moved
Cons:
Aged/tired hotel appearance
Limited amenities (tiny soap/towels, no conditioner/body lotion)
No or inconsistent AC; noisy on low floors from trams
Some rooms are small for triple occupancy
Occasional poor check-in experience / no concierge service
Perceived poor value for price by several guests
Isolated report of strong chemical smell in one room

Categories

Cleanliness
9.6
Rooms were repeatedly described as clean; one report of a strong chemical smell was resolved by moving guests to a fresh, airy room.
Service
10
Most reviews call staff very friendly and helpful at check-in and during the stay; a few isolated reports mention a rude check-in clerk and lack of concierge/luggage help, but overall staff interactions were praised.
Location
10
Consistently praised as perfect or very convenient — immediately next to Geneva main train station with easy access to trams and buses.
Room Quality
7.6
Rooms are described as aged, basic or small (especially triple rooms) and occasionally noisy on low floors; some rooms (after being moved) were described as fresh, bright and spacious.
Amenities
7
Frequently noted as limited: tiny soap/towels, no conditioner or body lotion provided, inconsistent or no AC in some rooms, no concierge service; free transit pass is a positive amenity.
Value for Money
7.4
Several guests felt the hotel was overpriced for the condition (some suggested a 3-star level); others accepted the price given the excellent location.
Food and Beverage
9.8
Breakfast was described as fresh and staff serving it as nice; limited mention otherwise but comments were positive.
Overall Experience
9
Overall stays were characterized as very convenient and recommendable due to location and generally helpful staff, despite the building’s age and some limited amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:26

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities:
Relax in the sauna or work out in the fitness center. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and let the concierge assist you.

Delightful Dining:
Savor room service and unwind in the bar/lounge with your favorite drink. Indulge in a daily buffet breakfast for a fee.

Convenient Location:
Located in downtown Geneva, explore nearby attractions like Notre Dame Basilica and Mont Blanc Bridge. The hotel is just a short drive from Geneva International Airport.

Ready to experience luxury and convenience in Geneva? Book your stay at Hotel Cornavin now!

Important information:

  • Contactless check-out is available.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: GVA

Property Policies

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 136 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.6
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 9.8
Overall Experience: 9
S
Steve • partner
10
Pros:

This is an older style hotel. It's next to the train station which was very convenient. The staff was great.

2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
P
Paul
10
Pros:

Great stay

2025-09-23 • via Nuitee
L
Lili • family
10
Pros:

飯店就在火車總站旁邊,超級方便。

2025-07-31 • via Nuitee
M
Maria
8
Pros:

Vonveniantly next to the train station. Clean

2025-07-15 • via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Pros:

Hotel Cornavin is in a great location across from Geneva's main train station. It is also convenient to several bus and tram lines making it easy to explore the city.The bathroom and decor are a little dated but the rooms are clean and comfortable.

2025-07-14 • via Nuitee
M
Maria Nenette
10
Pros:

Loved my room and quietness as well as accessibility of hotel to shopping and restaurants

2025-07-08 • via Nuitee
S
Sheila • family
10
Pros:

Next to Geneva Station. The hotel is aged but clean, tidy and staffs are helpful. Highly recommended.

2025-07-02 • via Nuitee
T
Trip768766 • Family
6
Good location but not a 4 star hotel.
Pros:

Stayed at this hotel when travelling with a tour group. Found the person at check in to be rude and was only willing to give us 1 key even though there were 3 of us in a triple share room. Very inconvenient as we didn’t always go out together. And the key was cumbersome. The room was average and old and tired and had minimal amenities such as shampoo, conditioner and coffee etc. Maybe we were given an old room as we were in a tour group. Apart from location, it did not have much going for it and would not consider it a 4 star hotel.

2025-06-23 • via Tripadvisor
A
Adele • family
6
Pros:

The hotel room is a bit small for 3 people ( triple room).

We were given the first floor and was quite noisy as we could hear the trams passing by most of the time till midnight .

There is no air conditioning except a fan.

However , the location is excellent , just a few minutes walk to the Train station, tram and bus stops.

2025-06-23 • via Nuitee
R
Richard
10
Pros:

Very convenient location right outside Geneva train station. Friendly helpful staff. Spacious rooms for Europe.

2025-06-21 • via Nuitee
L
leilani • family
6
Pros:

Property is modern, near the train station. Clean, AC was good on the first night, but seem to be off the second night .

2025-06-16 • via Nuitee
M
Matt. • partner
6
Pros:

Room we had very strong chemical smell, couldn’t stay in that room when we complained they moved us to the top floor which was a great room, fresh, airy, bright and we could open the windows which gave us fresh air. There’s no concierge service at all, no one to help with our luggage or guide us to our room. Hotel looks and feels tired, staffs attitude matched the hotel.
This hotel should be 3 stars.

2025-06-11 • via Nuitee
Y
yi
6
Pros:

The hotel location is good, breakfast is fresh and workers are nice. Compare the price we paid we deserve better conditions for hotel

2025-06-09 • via Nuitee
R
Ram
10
Pros:

Convenient and close to the rail station. The check in process was easy and the overall stay was wxcellent

2025-05-30 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew
10
Perfect Location
Pros:

The hotel is located in the perfect place if you aren't looking to stray far from the main train station in Geneva. The building may look aged, but the interior is quite modern and pretty. We had no issues during our stay and would recommend Hotel Cornavin to anybody!

2025-05-29 • via Nuitee
J
Joelynn • family
8
Pros:

Great location near train station

2025-05-21 • via Nuitee
C
Christine
6
Pros:

Very limited amenities - tiny soap, tiny towels, no conditioner, no body lotion, old tiny TV. Feels like something from the 1970s. Shower still in a deep tub and swings around when you turn it on, spraying water everywhere. No fan in the bathroom, No AC.

The rooms were clean, the bed and bedding fine, and I did like the large desk in front of picture window.

But for an average of $350/ night, i would never stay at this hotel again.

2025-05-21 • via Nuitee
L
Luciano
10
Perfect location
Pros:

Perfect location right next to railway station. Very friendly reception staff. Clean and spacious room.

2025-04-27 • via Nuitee
K
Kim • family
10
Pros:

Great location. Close to transit and restaurants and all conveniences. Staff were very nice and accommodating. Room was basic but clean. Loved the free transit pass. Would stay there again

2025-04-23 • via Nuitee
J
John
10
Great hotel in the core.
Pros:

Convenient location and well kept property. Great view for breakfast.

2025-04-20 • via Nuitee