Geneva sits on the southern shores of Lac Léman in French-speaking Switzerland. The city is cradled by the Alps and Jura ranges with the tip of Mont Blanc is visible on a clear day. Not just the domain of bankers and diplomats, Geneva’s whimsical Vieille Ville is a hilly tangle of medieval plazas and monuments. The International Museum of the Red Cross is a sobering look into the latest humanitarian efforts. Directly on the lakeside, the Bains des Pâquis offer seasonal bathing (and winter saunas). These magnifique Airbnbs in Geneva, Switzerland, put you close to the lake and Place du Bourg-de-Four.
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The modern traveler’s urban dream, this serviced apartment is a stone’s throw from Lac Léman, the bathhouse, and the docks. The unit has a sizable lounge, a high-end kitchen, and a deluxe bathroom for each bedroom. Complimentary tea and coffee are available in the lobby lounge where you’re also welcome to hang out. Ask the host about having a hotel-style continental breakfast delivered.
Live the highlife, Switzerland style, at this luxury Airbnb in Geneva. The private patio has an aerial view of Jet d’Eau, the mountains, and the city. This features a hand-crafted cocktail bar, barbecue, vegetable garden, and hot tub. The living quarters are comfortably attired and spruced up with global trinkets. Eaux-Vives is within walking distance of Vieille Ville and Lac Léman and is served by tram.
This sixth-floor serviced apartment is accessible via lift and sits at the base of Vieille Ville. The views from the lounge, bedrooms, and balconies skirt the centuries-old rooftops while a high elevation brings a bounty of natural light and that mythological Swiss mountain air. As it’s attached to a hotel, you’ll benefit from daily housekeeping and a free public transport card.
Sunnies at the ready: This blinding apartment is all gleaming white walls and swathes of sunlight. It’s furnished as a proper home – the family rents it when they’re out of town – and wrangles a sly glimpse of Lac Léman from the balcony. The third bedroom is only for kids. Pâquis-Nations and the lakeside are a five-minute walk whereas Tram 15 will ferry you to the city center.
This Airbnb in Geneva will charm the socks of traveling bibliophiles. The saloon and lower level are stocked to the rafters with books and other reading material. Browse the collection then sink into the sunken hot tub for a soak with your chosen tome. Besides the master bedroom, there are two single beds downstairs suitable for teens and tots. That chunky couch competes with any bed, mind.
Forgo the lake for the Rhône, the chocolate ateliers of Vieille Ville for hipster bars in the artsy Quartier des Bains. The beautiful wood-paneled patio doors lead onto a little balcony that floods the French-style apartment with daylight. The bedroom is separate from the open-concept living quarters and you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to galleries and nightlife.
This lovely rental in Eaux-Vives is a short walk from the iconic water fountain. In terms of amenities, it’s one of the most family-friendly Airbnbs in Geneva for those traveling with a baby or toddler. The nursery reduces your packing list and the holiday decorations in winter are a special touch for all ages. But – brace yourself for a daily climb up four flights of stairs. When in Switzerland!
This Guest Favorite Airbnb is hidden in the depths of Geneva’s Old Town and looks out over a medieval courtyard. The kitchen is particularly well-stocked and makes it easy to save money on restaurant meals. After putting in the hours at the stove, you have the choice of strumming the acoustic or taking a sunset stroll around the neighborhood – perhaps a cheeky genever cocktail in Place du Bourg-de-Four.
Spend a night in at this Airbnb in Geneva’s Old Town with a projector screen and sectional that tops any multiplex. There’s also a bar stocked with shakers and stirrers although you’ll need to source the moonshine. The second bedroom has a futon and also works as an office for remote workers spending a season in Switzerland. All cooking utensils are accounted for and you’ll not need a car in this location.
Fifteen minutes from Lac Léman and even closer to St Pierre Cathedral, this one-bedroom rental is a convenient base for a sightseeing couple. The kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom claim the first two floors while a lounge snuggles into the attic and peeps over the quiet street. The three-story layout makes it feel far larger than it is and free street parking is a useful bonus.
Geneva is located in southwestern Switzerland on the shores of Lac Léman. It’s part of the Genève canton and sits only 205 miles (329 km) from the French border. In fact, Geneva Airport is the preferred airport for such ski resorts as Chamonix and Les Arcs in the French Alps. Geneva’s train station in Cornavin connects to other Swiss destinations.
What time is it in Geneva?
Switzerland uses Central European Time (CET) as standard time which puts the time in Geneva at UTC/GMT +01:00. Central European Summer Time (CEST) applies from the last Sunday in March until the last Sunday in October.
