Located 750 metres from Lake Geneva and next to the train station, City Hostel Geneva offers free WiFi, a fully equipped common kitchen and a spacious lounge with computers. The dormitory rooms have a desk, a table, a wardrobe and shared bathroom facilities. The single and double rooms also come with a washbasin. Guests can use the lockers and the laundry facilities at the hostel. Various restaurants can be found within 250 metres. A free public transport card for Geneva is available and a discount for the Red Cross Museum and the shop on site, selling Swiss army knifes and watches, is offered. The Park du Château Banquet is 550 metres from City Hostel and Geneva Airport is 6 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Private parking available on-site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.7
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Amr
    Egypt Egypt
    super clean, friendly staff, easy to access from city center.
  • H
    Helena
    Slovakia Slovakia
     nice personel  very close to the main railway station (walking distance) easy to find  good location - not that far from the lake and grocery stores are nearby as well  clean rooms / bed sheets / towels  recycling stations (bins) on...
  • Saradro
    Portugal Portugal
    The rooms and bathrooms were very clean, for the price was great!
  • Patrycja
    Poland Poland
    We got upgraded to a double room when we booked two beds in a dorm, so that was a very nice surprise. The kitchen is well equipped and overall the hotel was clean and nice
  • Chiara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean hostel with comfy beds and good shared bathroom facilities, in a very ideal location less than 10 mins from gare Cornavin.
  • Eldefred
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Close to the trum and main train station And so many restaurants nearby
  • Joe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Toilets were clean and well-equipped. Beds were comfy and have private lights and charge points on each bed. Every guest gets a towel as well as bedding. Location is great - 5 minutes walk from the train station. Staff very friendly and helpful.
  • Heather
    United States United States
    Great location and very friendly and helpful staff. The rooms are comfortable and clean.
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Central and close to station. Simple but comfortable room
  • Katja
    Finland Finland
    Staff was very nice. Shared kitchen with also outdoor seating. Locker in the room was bigger than usual, easy to fit in everything. Easy to find, short walk from the train station.

Property questions and answers
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  • Are sheets and towels included?

    Hello, Thank you for your request. Please note that linen and towels are included in our prices. Best wishes,
    Answered on 19 September 2019
  • How to reach the hostel from the airport, by train, or by bus?

    Hello, you have to take a train from the airport to Geneva train station (cornavin), and there you change for tramway 15 untill Môle stop (only one st..
    Answered on 20 November 2019
  • Hi. Will I get 2 Geneva city travel pass for all days that I stay here to use free public transport?

    Hello, yes, you will get it.
    Answered on 7 May 2022
  • Hi, do you have a safe storage area for 2 bicycles? thanks. Andrew

    Yes we do. Regards
    Answered on 18 May 2023
  • Dear Madam/Sir, Could I kindly ask you if you would have a parking space for my motorbike, at your hostel? Many thanks. Kind regards, Vittoria Groh

    bonjour we don't have motorcycle parking. However, you can reserve a parking space in our garage at the rate of Chf 15.-- night. (available from 2 pm ..
    Answered on 10 April 2022
  • Hi , I’m reaching geneva 18 sep (tomorrow) at 9:30 am. I’ll reach hostel arround 10:15am .. Is it possible that i can checkin at that time?

    Yes you can come to register and drop your bags, but the rooms are available after 2pm.
    Answered on 17 September 2023
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Property surroundings

Facilities of City Hostel Geneva

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Laundry
  • Garden
Bathroom
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CHF 15 per day.
  • Parking garage
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
Services
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

House rules
City Hostel Geneva takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 49
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, when booking for 8 guests or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please note that the age limit in shared rooms is 18-49 years old.

Please inform City Hostel Geneva in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about City Hostel Geneva

  • City Hostel Geneva offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • City Hostel Geneva is 850 yards from the centre of Geneva. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at City Hostel Geneva is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at City Hostel Geneva may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.