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Accommodation Geneva is bursting with luxury hotels - of the 132 hotels in the canton, 14 are five star and 22 are four star, which totals about 8500 top-class rooms. Since the hotels look after royalty, politicians and high-ranking diplomats, security and discretion are assured. Most hotels are situated on the right bank overlooking the lake, others are on the left bank (a central business location) and in the cobbled, sloping streets of the Old Town. Hotel prices offer few surprises; the best hotels are the most expensive and hotels charge most for the eagerly sought-after rooms with lake views. Nevertheless, hotels outside the centre are slightly better value and prices do drop for regular clients, groups and long-term visitors. Since hotels live on the business community, the weekdays are the most in demand; therefore, tariffs may be lowered during weekends. The Geneva Tourist Office provides a central booking and reservation service (tel: (022) 909 7000). Hotel Président Wilson Quai Wilson 47, 1211 Geneva Tel: (022) 906 6666. Fax: (022) 906 6667. E-mail: sales@hotelpwilson.com Web site: www.hotelpwilson.com Cost: SFr530-800 (breakfast costs SFr23). This is a stylish hotel situated in the heart of the city, with smart shops and the financial district a short walk away. Many of the 255 air-conditioned rooms (some non-smoking) have lake views, and the suites are luxurious. There are intimate bars, Le Cirque restaurant (serving seasonal cuisine) and an outdoor pool with Le Pool Garden restaurant. Conference and banqueting facilities for parties of ten, to large groups of up to 1000 are available; there is also a brand new congress centre. The hotel offers a limousine service for its clientele. Hôtel Beau-Rivage Quai du Mont-Blanc 13, 1201 Geneva Tel: (022) 716 6666. Fax: (022) 716 6070. E-mail: info@beau-rivage.ch Web site: www.beau-rivage.ch Cost: SFr520-SFr580 (breakfast costs SFr26). The Jacques-Mayer family has run the elegant Beau-Rivage since its opening in 1865. The auction of the Duchess of Windsor's jewels was held here and in one of its salons, it is said that the Republic of Czechoslovakia was created. This hotel has 97 air-conditioned rooms (some of which are non-smoking), all equipped with sockets for PCs or fax. The conference and banquet facilities are excellent, and the restaurant serves food to equal the superb lake view. In accordance with the profile of its guests, the Beau-Rivage provides a limousine service. Hôtel d'Angleterre Quai du Mont-Blanc 17, 1201 Geneva Tel: (022) 906 5555. Fax: (022) 906 5556. E-mail: hotel-angleterre@gve.ch Cost: SFr470-750. This small, recently renovated hôtel de charme is located near Cornavin Station, on the banks of Lake Geneva. Its 45 air-conditioned rooms are decorated with a personalised touch. The hotel has a private car park, keep-fit room, sauna and The Library piano bar. Hôtel Noga Hilton Quai du Mont-Blanc 19, 1201 Geneva Tel: (022) 908 9081. Fax: (022) 908 9090. E-mail: geneve_sales@hilton.com Web site: www.hiltongeneve.ch Cost: SFr450-2600 (breakfast costs SFr25). Situated on the right bank of Lake Geneva, this shiny modern building has a simple but luxurious interior. The hotel, among the most prestigious in Geneva, provides excellent service and unequalled business facilities. There are 410 air-conditioned rooms and suites, three bars, a swimming pool, casino and private shopping arcade with bank and travel agency in this 'mini city'. Its four restaurants include the gastronomic Le Cygne, the Tse Yang (serving Chinese cuisine) and the more informal Bistroquai. Hôtel Mövenpick Route de Pré-Bois 20, 1215 Geneva Tel: (022) 798 7575. Fax: (022) 791 0284. E-mail: mphotel@movenpick-geneva.ch Web site: www.movenpick-hotels.com/genf_fs.htm Cost: SFr360-530 (breakfast costs SFr25). A free, three-minute shuttle bus ride from the airport leads to the Hôtel Mövenpick, situated just 800m (0.5 miles) from the Geneva Exhibition and Conference Centre (Palexpo). The darling of the young business community, the hotel's facilities include an airline check-in desk, four restaurants, piano bar, bank, post office, business centre, fitness club, discotheque, hairdresser, shops, pharmacy and 24-hour medical centre. The 350 rooms are all air conditioned and equipped with fax and modem connections; some rooms are equipped for disabled guests. There is underground parking for 1400 cars and car hire is available. Hôtel de la Paix Quai du Mont-Blanc 11, 1211 Geneva Tel: (022) 909 6000. Fax: (022) 909 6001. E-mail: hoteldelapaix@bluewin.ch Web site: www.hoteldelapaix.ch Cost: SFr350-590. This 101-room hotel, full of old-style comfort and elegance, is set in gardens on the banks of Lake Geneva. The rooms have high ceilings and reassuring solid wooden furniture, and the large entrance hall is complete with marble columns and grand chandelier. The hotel has a charming piano bar, the Cafe Viennois, with red leather armchairs and large mirrors. Conference and banqueting facilities accommodate parties of 20-120. Hôtel Tiffany Rue des Marbriers 1, 1204 Geneva Tel: (022) 329 3311. Fax: (022) 320 8991. E-mail: hoteltiffany@swissonline.ch Web site: www.hotel-tiffany.ch Cost: SFr300. Situated in the heart of the city, the Tiffany is a small, entirely renovated Art Nouveau hotel. Its restaurant, serving traditional French cuisine, and cocktail bar are heavily frequented by the local shopkeepers and bankers. The rooms, decorated in gentle tones of pink, green and blue, are all air-conditioned. Hotel Intercontinental Genève Chemin Petit-Saconnex 7-9, 1211 Geneva Tel: (022) 919 3939. Fax: (022) 919 3838. E-mail: geneva@interconti.com Web site: www.interconti.com Cost: From SFr200. Situated a few minutes from the main international organisations, the Intercontinental has 345 air-conditioned rooms, with views onto Lake Geneva. Facilities include a brand-new fitness centre, two restaurants and conference facilities for parties of 30-1500. |
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