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InterContinental Hotel, Geneva

7 - 9 Chemin du Petit Saconnex, Petit-Saconnex / Servette, 1209 Geneva, Switzerland (show on map)

Opened in 1964, the InterContinental Geneva is a true titan of international diplomacy and luxury. Located in the city’s diplomatic district, it has served as a temporary home for countless heads of state and world leaders, including historic summits between figures like Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev. Its stature is such that it has hosted nearly 400 heads of state over the decades.

The hotel’s modern aesthetic was significantly refined during a major renovation led by acclaimed designer Tony Chi. The interiors strike a balance between grandeur and comfort, featuring unique artistic flourishes like wooden sculptures by Korean artist Jae-Hyo Lee. The building itself is an oasis, framed by bamboo-lined exteriors that provide a sense of calm and privacy amidst the bustling international hub.

One of its most impressive offerings is “The Residence,” a massive, top-floor suite complex that offers 360-degree views of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc. Guests can also enjoy the “Woods” restaurant, which features a custom-made table fashioned from massive tree trunks, or relax at the seasonal outdoor pool, a rare and tranquil feature in the heart of the city.

The hotel is perfectly positioned for explorers, sitting just a short walk from the United Nations’ European headquarters and the iconic “Broken Chair” sculpture. The lush Botanical Garden is also nearby, and a quick trip brings you to Geneva’s historic Old Town, the famous Jet d’Eau fountain, and the deep watchmaking heritage found in the city’s many museums.

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“If you’d like to brush shoulders with some international pooh-bahs, then book a room at the InterContinental, Geneva’s go-to spot for high-level peace talks and news conferences.”

Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Geneva.

Guest rating

4.3 out of 5.0

Ranked 9th in Geneva


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What guests liked


Value for Money

84.81 %

Ranked 8th in Geneva


We use a smart algorithm to determine the value for money each hotel offers. The score is based on a combination of aggregated guest review ratings and the average nightly rate. The higher the percentage, the better the overall value you receive for the price you pay.


Location

Recent guest reviews

5.0
Samia

11 June 2026

I would love to be back ❤️

Everything❤️

Nothing

5.0
Shirley

15 November 2025

Always try to stay here.Always a good experience.

The staff are always delightful.Patient.Kind.Efficient.

3.0
Marie

17 October 2025

Disappointed. Would not return.

We went to breakfast at around 9.45am There were plates of little scrap bits of smoked salmon. A tiny end piece of avocado. I expected the foods to be replenished. They were NOT. We ended up eating dried up rice. A few cold spring rolls and very cold dried up fried potato wedges. This was extremely disappointing. We didn't enjoy breakfast or the experience in the Woods restaurant. At breakfast, there were 4 or 5 other couples that arrived after we sat down. They all had waiters going to them and bringing coffee.
Not one of the 5 or 6 waiters that were hanging around asked us if we wanted coffee or hot drinks. It was shocking!! I finally had to flag a waitress to bring us the bill. She gave me the bill. Our breakfast totalled 100 swiss francs. I paid with cash and waited for someone to come and collect it from the table. After 25 mins, we got up and took the money to a waitress and asked for a receipt. She said she'd bring one. She never returned. We were desperate to get on with our day. Eventually we asked again for a receipt. A waiter asked us if we ordered just one breakfast. This restaurant was NOT busy. How on earth did no one know what anyone was doing?? Customer service in the restaurant was dreadful. We didn't bother going back in to the Woods for breakfasts or dinner for the remainder of our stay.

Being ignored in the restaurant and food not replenished. No smoked salmon or avocado left and only dried up food available. Utterly dreadful!

The TV in the room was not working well. The screen would randomly turn black every 15 minutes or so.

The shower backed up and didn't drain.

On day of arrival. There was no body wash. The cleaning staff had left two bottles of hair conditioner instead of bodywash.
The maid apologised the next day and switched out one of the conditioners for a bodywash.

5.0
Mohammed

19 August 2025

Lobna made my stay truly special at InterContinental Geneva

I truly enjoyed my stay at InterContinental Geneva; it was one of the best experiences I’ve had. I would like to especially thank Lobna for her high professionalism, her constant warm smile at the reception, and her continuous support with every request we made. I sincerely wish her all the best and continued success

5.0
Juliette

26 July 2025

Perfect in all areas

Staff a ten out of ten

Nothing to dislike

2.5
David

2 July 2025

Trading on former glories, one or two staff ok, but rest of them arrogant

Not a lot, breakfast perhaps

No aircobditioning in common areas
Pool closes at 7pm
Pool restaurant finishes too early
Was ignored by staff when enquired about the main restaurant, maybe not dressed to their liking

2.0
Abdullah

14 April 2025

I wouldn’t come back again as the money paid worthless

It is a bit far from city centre and nothing close to the hotel

5.0
Elifcan

8 April 2025

A great stay

Clean, comfortable, positive staff

Nothing

5.0
Xiu

27 December 2024

Love to stay

Good location

Toilet table is too small

5.0
Mark

20 October 2024

Always a go to, comfy, convenient, great facilities, great food and service.

All good, always like IH in Geneva.

Nothing all good.

5.0
Mehdi

13 August 2024

A home away from home in one of the nicest neighborhoods in Geneva

A vintage yet extremely comfy and well maintained building, the Intercontinental Hotel Geneva is a place that stands out in History, having welcomed both great events and great people over the past six decades. It's always a pleasure to stay there and be greeted by the exceptionally friendly and dedicated staff. Bravo and keep up the good work!

Nothing could have been better.

5.0
Ayaa

19 July 2024

really good stay

really friendly staff and yummy hotel breakfast ,theres a bus station right next to the hotel so its easy to go around.
we only ordered ubers though and everything was close
there are bidets in the bathrooms!!!a special and important feature

4.0
Jaime

31 May 2024

Overall a good stay

Staff were excellent

We were told by a member of staff that we would receive some goodies due to it being our honeymoon trip and we did not receive anything. The menu options in the restaurant should be more diverse

5.0
Amine

15 May 2024

Thank you, Intercontinental Geneva, for the wonderful upgrade and exceptional service that made our

To the wonderful staff of the Intercontinental Geneva,

My wife and I would like to express our deepest gratitude for making our six-month wedding anniversary truly unforgettable. Your generous upgrade was an unexpected and delightful surprise that added an extra layer of magic to our special day.

From the moment we arrived, we were treated with warmth and exceptional service. Every detail was perfect, and the luxurious accommodations exceeded our expectations.

Our stay at the Intercontinental Geneva will forever hold a special place in our hearts. We are already looking forward to returning to your beautiful hotel for future celebrations.

With sincere thanks,

AMINE BOUDRAA

3.5
Amit

4 March 2024

Could be better if you’re paying for a luxury 5 star hotel

It’s a beautiful property which is well connected to the bus terminal

Location is slightly off the central area so kinda 20 minutes by bus

Bathrooms are TINY - so if you’re travelling with family / elderly it’s a huge issue

Pool - it’s an outdoor pool when we all know the weather in Switzerland is cold. Meaning the pool can only be used for 3 months in a year and we couldn’t use it (like many others)

Cost is top end but it’s not a luxurious property and this is based on our stay in hundreds of hotels while travelling 20-25 countries till date

4.0
Ahmed

16 February 2024

Great, short stay in Geneva

Amazing staff that are extremely helpful; we had a problem with the wifi and they went above and beyond to help us fix it. Breakfast was very good. Room is comfortable. Overall had a very nice stay here

Location isn't very close to city center; however, there are frequent busses that are free and take you directly to the center very easily. Ask for a bus pass that will help you get around

3.5
Rahul

11 February 2024

My Intercontinental Geneva stay had ups and downs but was enjoyable with room for improvement.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Intercontinental Geneva, and I must say, my experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to ensure I felt welcomed and valued. The gym facilities were top-notch, allowing me to maintain my fitness routine while away from home. The grand lobby exuded elegance and sophistication, setting the perfect tone for my stay. After a long day of meetings, unwinding in the sauna and hammam was pure bliss. And let’s not forget the breakfast spread – absolutely delicious and offered a wide variety of options to suit every palate. Overall, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The Intercontinental Geneva truly exceeded my expectations, and I look forward to returning in the future.
In addition I would like to thank Paula/Laura at reception for a smooth and gracious check in process.

While my stay at the Intercontinental Geneva had many positives, there were some aspects that fell short of expectations. Firstly, the size and bareness of the room left much to be desired. Additionally, the view from my room was disappointing. I also found the lack of basic amenities in the bathroom to be inconvenient. Furthermore, considering the price paid, I did not feel the hotel offered good value for money. Moreover, the concierge service was not as helpful as I had hoped, particularly when I needed assistance arranging a taxi while stranded in the city without data on my phone. Additionally, there were delays in receiving my luggage after check-in, as the concierge desk took a considerable amount of time to send it to my room. These factors detracted from an otherwise pleasant stay experience.

4.5
Mulenga

22 January 2024

I would still go back.

The room was excellent and especially with the upgrade!!
Definatley coming back there!

The closing time of the bar

4.5
John

31 December 2023

The staff made it excellent! Lobna, Celia and Ella were amazing! Really made our stay.

Amazing staff, beautiful property.

5.0
Arwa

7 November 2023

Great perfect hotel luxury service

The staff was amazing very kind helpful and respectful I have traveled a lot been in many hotels but this hotel was the best never ever seen staff like them.
The breakfast was great quality and presentation and the area for it.
Awesome hotel I would like to visit again.

Nothing

5.0
Tu'ivakano

27 October 2023

I had a lovely experience

room service and the friendly staff. Also the water glasses in the foyer which was refreshing after a long day

3.5
Lowndes

16 October 2023

It was as expected. Nice.

It was as expected. Nice.

4.5
Juan

14 August 2023

Stylish hotel with nice views on the lake. Recommendable.

Great location. Outstanding architecture and style. Room with splendid views - except for two giant cranes working in the opposite building.

4.0
Laman

2 August 2023

Overall, very good!

I loved how close it is to the United Nations Headquarters, the pool, and the overall artsy vibe of the hotel. The food at the restaurant downstairs, particularly the breakfast they offer, was absolutely delicious.

The mini-bar is way too overpriced, but the daily complementary tea in your room is a nice touch. One of the employees had a "mean French girl" attitude, butchering my last name every single time she saw me and then laughing about it, which I did not appreciate - it's not a difficult surname to pronounce, and if it was genuinely hard for her to do so, I'd rather she just stopped trying... That said, the rest of the employees I've met during my stay there were extremely professional and courteous, though.

4.0
Alison

12 July 2023

Very enjoyable apart from lack of access to pool. The storm had passed by morning so not sure wdidn?

Room service was good, room very cool on an extremely hot night!!

Pool was closed due to thunderstorm.

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Snack bar
  • - Special diet menus (on request)
  • - Kids' meals (additional charge)
  • - Kid-friendly buffet
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Coffee house on site

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Car hire
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Designated smoking area
  • - Pet basket
  • - Pet bowls

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
  • - Business centre (additional charge)
  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Currency exchange
  • - Tour desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service
  • - Private check-in/check-out
  • - Lockers
  • - Invoice provided

Activities

  • - Fitness centre
  • - Spa & wellness centre (additional charge)
  • - Massage (additional charge)
  • - Hammam
  • - Spa facilities
  • - Steam room
  • - Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • - Spa/wellness packages
  • - Massage chair
  • - Fitness
  • - Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • - Temporary art galleries
  • - Bicycle rental (additional charge)

Outdoors

  • - Terrace
  • - Outdoor pool
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor pool (seasonal)
  • - Outdoor furniture

Entertainment & family services

  • - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
  • - Board games/puzzles
  • - Indoor play area

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Trouser press (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Parking

  • - Parking garage
  • - Electric vehicle charging station
  • - Accessible parking

Transport

  • - Public transport tickets

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Toilet with grab rails
  • - Lower bathroom sink
  • - Emergency cord in bathroom
  • - Visual aids: Braille

Pool and wellness

  • - Heated pool
  • - Pool bar
  • - Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • - Sun umbrellas
  • - Swimming pool

Miscellaneous

  • - 24-hour security
  • - Key card access
  • - Security alarm
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - CCTV outside property
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Access to health care professionals
  • - Face masks for guests available
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