Hotel Beau-Rivage GenevevsHotel St-Gervais
Both Hotel Beau-Rivage Geneva and Hotel St-Gervais are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Hotel Beau-Rivage Geneva is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel St-Gervais. Hotel Beau-Rivage Geneva comes in at #6 in Geneva with recommendations from 8 reviewers such as Star Service, Hideaway Report and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel Beau-Rivage Geneve
13 quai du Mont Blanc, Geneva 1201, Switzerland
From $567/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide
"An elegant refuge from the modern world."
DK Eyewitness
"Geneva’s oldest family-run hotel, poised on the edge of the lake, close to all major attractions with views of the famous jet d’eau."
Star Service
"This 1865 classic enjoys a privileged location and posts justifiably extravagant rates." Full review
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Amenities include air-conditioning, well-furnished sitting areas, double glazing, flat-screen TVs, CD players (DVDs upon request), minibars, safes, and phones with data ports and voice mail.
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Run by the Mayer family for four generations, the Beau-Rivage is a 19th-century jewel dripping in opulence." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Classically elegant family-owned hotel dating from 1865, overlooking Lake Geneva a short stroll from the central shopping and business zone." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Founded in 1865, Beau-Rivage, Geneva is one of the rare luxury hotels in Switzerland that’s managed by the direct descendants of its founder." Full review
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Technology inside the rooms has also been updated considerable, with personal iPads on which to order room service or to use for various other requests.
Fodor's
"The gracious, history-rich landmark still offers views of Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc, and the Jet d’Eau and an elegant belle-époque vibe, but now it's awash in rich fabric, bold colors." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Founded in 1865 and now run by the fifth generation of the Mayer family, this upscale, historic hotel has played host to celebrities ranging from Eleanor Roosevelt to Sting." Full review
Frommer's
"Provides its guests with 21st-century amenities and impeccable service, while retaining a unique atmosphere that's evident from the moment you step into the elegant five-story open lobby or the suites" Full review
Michelin Guide
"It’s among the most luxurious hotels in town, set right on the shores of Lake Geneva, overlooking the city’s famous Jet d’Eau...the relatively humble Executive rooms remain faultless in their comforts" Full review
Hotel St-Gervais
Rue des Corps-Saint 20, Geneva CH-1201, Switzerland
From $61/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Dry Cleaning
Fodor's
"Most of the rooms at this old Right Bank inn have been spruced up, with a lick of paint to the walls and the floors stripped of carpeting to reveal parquet." Full review
Frommer's
"One of the simplest hotels we recommend in this guide, the St-Gervais is inside an old-fashioned, vaguely nondescript building in Geneva's medieval core, a 3-minute walk from Gare Cornavin." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Inexpensive city-centre hotel within easy strolling distance of the lakeside and train station, 15 minutes from the airport."
Lonely Planet
"Travellers with jumbo-sized suitcases beware: scaling the seven floors in the pocket-handkerchief lift of this quaint choice near the train station is a squash and a squeeze." Full review
EuroCheapo
Editor's Pick
"Situated on a quaint side street just minutes away from the train station and myriad attractions, the no-frills, one-star Hotel St. Gervais is a solid cheapo pick with some of the best rates in Geneva." Full review