Expert reviews
“For something different, this low-cost option operated by Geneva’s hotel-management school offers excellent value. Service levels are exceptional and the spacious rooms, studios and fully-fledged apartments are modern and spotlessly clean.”
What guests liked
- Public transport
- Friendly staff
- Boutique style
- Excellent Wifi
- Top location
All you need to know
Located on 4 Route des Acacias, this beautiful and stylish hotel is the ideal place for guests looking to get the excitement and adventure the city has to offer. The hotel offers several studio options such as Superior Studio and Grand Studio that are well-equipped to give guests the best comfort. The hotel design is sleek and functional while the rooms are adorned with beautiful décor.
The hotel is excellently located close to the city’s economic, commercial and political hub. The Starling Residence offers its guests a nearness to the city’s most used transportation system and a route which will give them easy access to the city’s interesting and fascinating places.
The hotel is 400 m away from the Faculty of Business and Economics while the United Nations Headquarters is just a 15-minute ride away from the hotel premises. The famous Cornavin Train Station is located at a distance of almost 3 km away from the hotel.
The Starling Residence offers its guests a great view of the beautiful city and its landmarks. The rooms in the hotel are stylish and luxurious offering comfort and needed amenities and facilities.
The studios are fitted with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and air conditioning. The studios also come with a fully stocked modern kitchenette and a private bathroom that features thoughtful touches such as free toiletries and bathroom slippers.
Wi-Fi is available anywhere in the hotel while the fully-equipped fitness center is an ideal place for guests to stay fit.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
9 January 2024
Fabulous
Excellent location, friendly staff, comfortable room
Only 1 chair in a room for two people
9 January 2024
It is my No one option when in Geneva around 5 times a year
all of it
nothing it was good
17 December 2023
The hotel is clean, tidy and in a good location - about a 15-20 walk into the city centre or one of a number of buses
We were able to check in earlier than expected to a clean and suitably sized room. The hotel has a tram stop right outside which you’re able to use with your complimentary travel pass to all of the necessary locations.
We weren’t aware that Geneva used slightly different EU plugs to most places we’ve visited in Europe but this isn’t a fault of the hotel.
3 December 2023
Very good
The room climatization;
The noise of the bed; The pillows, they were thinner
28 November 2023
Very good
The room thermostat was set at 22 celsius, a bit too cold for us, the staff arranged for portsble heater for us quite quickly.
Thermostat set at 22 celsius; should be at 24; only 1 chair for dining table, should be 2, NB kitchen in room
27 November 2023
Fabulous
Great location, nearby the Uni Mail campus. Nothing too fancy, only the important features: a nice bed and a good shower.
25 November 2023
Great value for money
Good location (walking distance to old town and restaurants and coffee shops nearby) and tram stop just in front. Nice to have a little kitchenette to make meals. Staff were friendly. Great value for money!
22 November 2023
Very good
Room was spacious & comfortable. Tram stop right outside the front door.
Aircon unit is portable & needs to be connected outside - a bit cumbersome. Room was not serviced during our 3 night stay.
12 November 2023
I will return to this hotel when in Geneva
Everything
6 November 2023
In general, it was good value for money.
We had a very nice staying at Starling. The staff is very polite, in particular the guy at the reception and the girl in the breakfast room. Overall, we have appreciated a lot the position of this accomodation and the breakfast.
Nothing in particular. Perhaps just that the room was a bit dark in the evening as, not considering the entrance, there were only lamps
29 October 2023
Fabulous
Exceptionally clean room which was much larger than we expected it to be. The staff at reception very friendly and welcoming. Overall we had a really pleasant stay and the hotel was opposite a tram stop so it was very convenient to get to via public transport.
Only one pillow (per person) and it was very soft, having an extra pillow and a firmer pillow would have been preferable, but thats just a personal thing. The breakfast selection was good quality, but not the widest range of goods compared to other places.
26 October 2023
Nice hotel
Very nice: convenient location and tram
Only little thing was the shower head leaking and lighting over bathroom sink could be improved.
23 October 2023
Good value
Everything was good but rooms look a little dated, could do with some updates
5 October 2023
Relaxing stay
The room was highly similar to the pictures and clean. The location was very convenient (tram stop in front of the hotel) and the staff was helpful. Good value for money. All in all, I would definitely go back.
All was good for me!
4 October 2023
Pleasant
Booked 2 rooms here, both rooms were spacious with air con. Bathroom was good size. Cooking facilities available aswell. Tram stop 1 min walk across the road, easy location
4 October 2023
Very good
Value for money, location, own kitchen which can be nice when you don't want to eat outside every day of your stay
The cleaning staff opened the door in the morning before checkout without knocking to the door nor checking if I still was in the room.
4 October 2023
great value for the money, perfect location
the location was ace, bathroom was ace
as it was so close to the main road, it was really loud despite windows being close
27 September 2023
Comfortable stay, great value, centrally located
Clean and comfy apartment with many grocery stores nearby. Conveniently located just opposite the tram station.
Nothing much though the rooms could be slightly bigger given that there’s a kitchen inside.
25 September 2023
Good value
Location was perfect for the event that we attended
22 September 2023
Short stay in Geneva
The staff were very helpful and friendly and the information provided in advance was helpful. Provinding downloadable Geneva Transport Cards valid from the day of arrival was excellent. I would stay again and recommend to friends.
Nothing really (apart, perhaps that a second chair in the room would have been useful).
21 September 2023
Clean hotel in the excellent location
The room was of a good size and equipped with all that needed. Kitchen provided stove, microwave, and a fridge. Beds was fine for the hotel. Hotel is situated around 2km from a railway station, nice walking route, and tram stop is on a doorstep. There are several pubs, restaurants and shops in the neighborhood. In overall the hotel was clean, modern and fucntional.
Desk had a weird surface that computed mouse did not work.
21 September 2023
Don't expect the service you might be used to.
The breakfast was very good and offered a great variety.
The rooms are not cleaned every day. You stay for more than one night you have to ask for new towels. We were told they only clean once a week if you stay longer. Just basic shampoo & body wash. No conditioner.
20 September 2023
Nice for a Short Stay in Geneve
Very nicely located and clean hotel in Geneva perfect for a short stay. The staff was great and very helpful. The location is easily accessible with a tram stop right in front of the hotel. For the value it's great.
Nothing it was all good.
18 September 2023
Fantastic, as always.
It is conveniently located and has all of the amenities that you could want. It’s always clean and comfortable and the staff are accommodating and friendly.
We had to book an option with breakfast included and we believe that the options were quite limited for breakfast especially as my partner is vegan.
Hotel facilities
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Fitness
- - Walking tours
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
Services
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Fax/photocopying
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
Transport
- - Public transport tickets
Food & Drink
- - Fruits
- - Coffee house on site
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available
Reception services
- - Invoice provided
15 February 2024
Very good
It was a correct place to stay in the city of Geneve. Clean and comfortable, simple breakfast, but nothing spectacular.
Would not be comfortable for longer stays.