In Downtown Geneva, Hotel Central offers modern comforts and warm hospitality. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, unwind by reading a newspaper, and enjoy the convenience of an elevator. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
At Hotel Central, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Jet d'Eau Fountain and United Nations European Headquarters. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of CERN. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Molard Tram Stop is 2 minutes and Bel-Air Tram Stop is 4 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 28
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 24 and January 2.
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for CHF 40.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for CHF 40.0 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
Guests are required to contact this property by telephone 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange check-in.
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.
Also known as
Hotel Central Geneva
Central Geneva
Hotel Central Hotel
Central Hotel Geneva
Hotel Central Geneva
Hotel Central Hotel Geneva
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Central currently open?
The property is closed between December 24 and January 2.
Does Hotel Central offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Central does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Central?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Central?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Central?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino d'Annemasse (10-min drive) and Domaine de Divonne Casino (21-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Hotel Central like?
Hotel Central is in Geneva City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Molard Tram Stop and 17 minutes' walk from Jet d'Eau Fountain. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Reviews
Hotel Central Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.8
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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6/10 Good
Apr 15, 2026
Location, hotel, amenities are okay.
Staff was very helpful.
Jesse
Jesse, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2026
Clean room. Very nice and helpful staff. A great location for tourism.
Andres
Andres, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2026
The gentlemen at reception were very helpful and friendly. The room was clean
JoAnne
JoAnne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 17, 2025
Pleasant staff, great location
Gordon
Gordon, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Great location, nice equipped rooms
Autumn
Autumn, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 19, 2025
Perfect location for the main shopping district and exploring old town Geneva
Matt
Matt, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 21, 2025
convient location to bus station.
Kristi
Kristi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 16, 2025
The room was of a good size with 2 shower rooms there were 3 adults sharing so this cam in handy. Plenty of wardrobe space with hangers and very close to the centre just a 5 minute walk.
Simon
Simon, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2025
Most of all convenient for those who want to be near the action, proximity to the lake, river, public transportation.
David A
David A, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
Very friendly and helpful staff who let us store our luggage during the midday hours and gave us needed directions.
Iryna
Iryna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Great Hotel for a couple of nights stay! Amazing location in the centre of Geneva with very friendly and helpful staff!
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1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
The room was very clean and well kept. The hotel is steps away from all shops and tons of good options. Balcony was very nice.
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Room was cleaned daily. The staff were fantastic; always pleasant and so helpful. A great base to explore the old town of Geneva, and you may qualify for the Geneva Travel Card which allows free travel on public transport around the Canton of Geneva.
Craig John
Craig John, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2025
Great location and really good value for our room. Staff were very helpful too. Transport cards were an unexpected bonus! – saved us a lot of money going around Geneva.
Michelene
Michelene, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 3, 2025
It’s good location. Price is affordable
meng
meng, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Staff were super friendly! Hotel is in a great location with a variety of different style rooms.
Charlotte
Charlotte, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Perfect location! Hotel in 6th floor. Our room very clean and spacious
Alejandro
Alejandro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2024
Great stay! The hotel is in a really great location and the staff are very friendly and helpful!
Rachel
Rachel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2025
Clean and reasonalbly priced rooms in a very central location.
Nikolaos
Nikolaos, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
You get what you paid for. Friendly staff. Property needs some renovations.
OWEN BALTAZAR PEREZ
OWEN BALTAZAR PEREZ, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2024
great location, everything was good, great check in staff
Ausra
Ausra, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 11, 2025
Good location. Clean
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 8, 2024
Very simple hotel but awesome location..Cathedral and old town is just behind you...super easy to get around...staff is very helpul