HOTEL DES TOURELLES, Geneva

Hotel Des Tourelles - Historic 1885 riverfront building with city views in Downtown Geneva

Located along the Rhône river in a 19th-century building from 1885, this 2-star Geneva hotel stands between the station and town center. Hotel Des Tourelles features 23 individually furnished rooms equipped with cable TV, free WiFi, mini-refrigerators, safes, and hairdryers. Each room includes tea/coffee making facilities and private bathrooms, while select units offer river views and seating areas. A breakfast buffet serves rolls, croissants, cereals, fruit juices, and yogurts. The property provides concierge services, multilingual staff, and free newspapers. Business travelers have access to laptop-friendly workspaces and high-speed internet. Des Tourelles sits 0.5 miles from Geneva-Cornavin Railway Station and within walking distance to the lake, Old Town, and shopping districts.

Pros

Historic 19th-century architecture with original character features

Situated directly on the Rhône with balcony rooms available

Walking distance to Museum of the History of Science and Mamco art museum

Multiple dining options within 0.3 miles including Ozap, Cafe Gavroche, and Yukiguni

Cons

Limited front desk hours (8:00 AM to 3:00 PM)

30 CHF additional charge per extra bed