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Geneva Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Brunswick Monument in Geneva

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Interior entrance
BBQ/picnic area
Free daily continental breakfast
Reception
Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Rue Rothschild 28-30, Geneva, 1202
  • United Nations European Headquarters
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Jet d'Eau Fountain
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Rue du Rhône
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Geneva (GVA-Cointrin Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Men only

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Twin Room, Private Bathroom (Private WC)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Single Room, Private Bathroom (Private WC)

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Private WC) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom (Private WC)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Geneva

Heart of Geneva.With a stay at this Geneva City Centre hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Brunswick Monument and 2 miles (3 km) of Rue du Rhône. United Nations European Headquarters and Flower Clock are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • United Nations European Headquarters - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Flower Clock - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jet d'Eau Fountain - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rue du Rhône - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Geneva - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Butini Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Geneva (ZHT-Geneva Railway Station) - 10 min walk
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arabesque - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mr Pickwick Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bayview by Michel Roth - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪il Fornello Napoletano - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Casa Nostra - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Geneva Hostel

Hostel near Brunswick Monument in Geneva
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include 3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces. A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Geneva Hostel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Geneva hostel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Dining venue
Geneva Hostel offers 14 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and blackout drapes/curtains. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (CHF 15 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Geneva Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.

Property is also known as

Geneva Hostel Geneva
Geneva Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Geneva Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Geneva

Frequently asked questions

How close is Geneva Hostel to the airport?

Geneva Hostel is 5.2 mi (20-min drive) away from the Geneva International Airport (GVA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Geneva Hostel?

As of Sep 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Geneva Hostel on Sep 15, 2025 start from $56.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Geneva Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Geneva Hostel.

How close is Geneva Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 2 mi (15-min drive) from Baby Beach and 11.3 mi (27-min drive) from Plage de Divonne. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Geneva Hostel offer free breakfast?

Geneva Hostel offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Geneva Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino d'Annemasse (12-min drive) and Domaine de Divonne Casino (17-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Geneva Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Geneva Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for CHF 15 per night.

Does Geneva Hostel have a pool?

Geneva Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Geneva Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Geneva Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Geneva Hostel to downtown Geneva?

Geneva Hostel is 0.8 mi away from Geneva.

Geneva Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 377 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 377 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 377 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 377 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 377 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eloisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel was amazing! One of the best I have stayed id. The new room key opens all doors: locker in room, bathroom, bedroom, entrance- all in one- loved it! The location is perfect. Staff is super friendly. Beds and bathroom are super clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Design of building
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly, Montgomery

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Xiao Dong, Langley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking pretty expensive but very convenient place to live
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility and service was great, but they allow young kids and young teens to stay at the facility and made the whole experience significantly worse with noise and running around the collidors late into the night
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

caithesan

Average
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Audrey

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Having to make your own bed is the bare minimum! Absolutely insane!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keen Tat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and easy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

JINKY, Basingstoke

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
We been to other hostels with the towel we paid but no deposits. Not a good experience in this hostel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Yew siew

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Amenities
Cannot rate my experience highly enough. Superb breakfast and helpful friendly staff too
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Great for a short stay, nice amenities, clean. Only downside is the hallways were a bit loud at night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

mark, reading

Liked: Cleanliness
very good customer service rooms were beat and clean well mai tained
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

navil

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rob

Average

Stay was average. The showers don’t have any kind of soap or shower gel in them, which is strange for a hostel. You also have to pay a deposit for a towel of 13 francs and you get 10 back on check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonatiuh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024