Hotel Bernina Geneva in Geneva
✅ Outstanding cleanliness with rooms described as 'sparkling clean' and bathrooms comfortable compared to other hotels. ✅ Excellent location directly opposite Gare Cornavin, facilitating easy access to public transportation including trains, trams, and buses. ✅ Friendly, helpful, and courteous staff frequently mentioned for their service and assistance, including prompt check-ins and support during guest needs. ✅ Quiet rooms with comfortable beds praised for ensuring restful sleep despite smaller room sizes. ✅ Complimentary items such as tea, coffee, water, beer, and chocolates add value to guest experience. ❌ Parking is not an on-site facility but rather nearby public parking with unclear pricing, potentially misleading guests expecting hotel-managed parking. ❌ Some guests noted the hotel’s furniture and decor as old or dated, suggesting a need for modernization despite the 2006 renovation. ❌ Breakfast offerings received mixed feedback; some found the selection limited compared to other Swiss hotels. ❌ Housekeeping inconsistency reported in a few reviews, including missing toilet amenities despite being advertised. ❌ Room sizes are considered small by some guests, which may be noticeable for those used to larger accommodations.
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Description
Hotel Bernina Geneva is a 3-star property established in 1932 and renovated in 2006, located in a classic building opposite Geneva's central train station, Gare Cornavin. The hotel offers a range of room types from Single rooms to Junior Suites, many featuring hardwood floors and some with lake views. Guests appreciate the spotless cleanliness, efficient 24-hour front desk service, and amenities including air conditioning, free WiFi, and a restaurant serving breakfast with options such as gluten-free and vegetarian buffets. The hotel also provides family rooms, facilities for disabled guests, and allows pets for a fee. While rooms are described as cozy and sometimes small, the quietness and comfort of the beds receive frequent praise. Practical services such as luggage storage, currency exchange, and a tour desk support a convenient stay. Despite some notes on dated furniture, the well-maintained building blends classic charm with modern conveniences to suit both leisure and business travelers.
Location
The hotel is situated at 22 Place Cornavin, directly opposite Geneva’s main train station, offering immediate access to trams, buses, and the underground shopping mall. This central location places you within walking distance of Geneva’s old town and the lakefront, with Baby Plage beach 1.43 km away. Geneva Airport (GVA) is approximately 4 km from the hotel, accessible via direct train connections from the station across the street. Nearby dining options include Restaurant La Veranda Genève just 53 meters away, Sajna Restaurant 168 meters, and Café Palais Mascotte at 194 meters. This proximity to transport and eateries makes the hotel a practical choice for exploring the city or continuing your journey.
Tips
- Confirm parking arrangements in advance as the hotel only offers nearby public parking with unknown fees.
- If you prefer larger rooms or modern decor, consider requesting a Superior Double room or Junior Suite and inquire about recent refurbishments.
- Take advantage of the hotel's location by using the train station opposite for easy airport access and city exploration.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Continental, Gluten-free, Vegetarian Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are allowed Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats Fee: CHF 10.00 (approx. US$12.71) per pet per stay
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, JSB, MasterCard, UnionPay, DinersClub, Visa
- Check in time: 14:00-23:00. Check out time: 06:30-12:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Computer
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Express check-in/check-out
- Television in lobby
- Fire Extinguisher
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Vending machine
- Bottled water
- Free Wi-Fi
- Taxi booking
- Spanish
- German
- Russian
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi-language staff
- Portuguese
- Arabic
- Tour assistance
- Parking
- Beach/pool towels
- Next to the beach
- Fax and copy machine
- First Aid Kit
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets allowed
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 1430 m. It takes 21 minute To the beach!
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Bernina Geneva
Is parking available at Hotel Bernina Geneva?
The hotel does not have its own parking facility. Parking is available at a nearby public car park with prices not specified by the hotel.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Bernina Geneva?
Yes, pets such as dogs and cats are allowed with a fee of CHF 10.00 (approximately US$12.71) per pet per stay.
Does the hotel offer rooms with views?
Some higher-floor rooms offer lake views.
What types of rooms are available at this hotel?
Room types include Single room, Triple room, Double room, Comfort Double room, Superior Double room, and Junior Suite.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is not included in the room rate and must be paid separately at the property.
