Rue Ferrier 2, Paquis, 1202 Geneva, Switzerland
#96 of 108 hotels in Geneva
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1055 hostel reviews
7.7Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Location
9.0
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 September 2025
Rob
CanadaNice and convenient to the train station. Close to the lake and many fine restaurants and grocery store
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Lope
PhilippinesKitchen,
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Swartwood
United StatesThe location was really convenient for seeing Geneva! Very easy to access public transportation and to get to the lake. Really enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Kate
United StatesIt was very costly for a hostel, even for a single room, though that seemed a bit to be the case for hostels in Geneva compared to other places. It's also near a ton of restaurants, but otherwise a bit far from anything you'd be going to go see in Geneva. However, tram stop is only 5 minutes away so it's not necessarily a big issue, just except it to take a little time to get places.
No air conditioning but was relieved during the hot summer night to at least have a fan in the room, which was very much appreciated! The hostel is quiet, and I loved that they had a fridge in the kitchen where you could store food, and a small little outdoor area. Felt very safe there, and loved that they have free lockers you can use on check in/out days, which was super helpful!!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Christian
GermanyThat would be complaining on a high level. This is a hostel, not a five stars hotel. I fully enjoyed my stay here!
Who's expecting a full equiped five stars Hotel, this is the wrong adress. Thats why I don't understand the negative comments. The personel was very kind and offered assistance at any time. I got bed sheets and towels at any time, the kitchen was fully euquiped and I could cook every evening for myself. On top I met lovely people and we shared the time together. Lidl is two minutes by foot. It was cleaned everyday. Wifi is free and I've got a public transport card for geneva. What more do you want?
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Niels
NetherlandsAl facilities available, clean rooms and bath and restrooms. Great and friendly staff.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Mike
United KingdomVery well presented hostel. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Fairuz
BangladeshThe portable fan was very small for the size of the room and made a lot of noise, so my room mate turned it off. It was peak summer time and the room got very hot, sweaty and musty and was uncomfortable to sleep
The location is very good, very near the lake and the bus station. It is also 15 minutes walk from the train station.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Chubb
Canadanothing stood out.
I paid a less than typical hotel price for basic accommodation which was what I i would definitely have used the kitchen and laundry facilities if I'd stayed there lojnger., The location near the railway station was great and
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Graham
United KingdomTop bunk could do with a ladder
Friendly staff, plenty of cereal etc for morning, small, peaceful and safe
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 July 2025
Ian
United KingdomIts price but guess Switzerland is expensive
Close to town
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Jin
SwitzerlandRoom super hot no ventilation and air circulation is really bad
Location prefect in city near Bahnhof
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Jiri
Czech RepublicThere is no AC (probably a summer issue only, but still) and limited option of opening a window. Despite not facing the main street directly, the car/bike noises were too loud
Good luggage storage options
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Hanna
New ZealandReally close to the main station, easily accessible. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was big with lots of seating
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Matthias
BelgiumShower is not great, receptionist was stressed out and unhelpful but the next day the other receptionist was very nice. The bed was not extremely clean.
Overall a good normal hostel
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 22 July 2025
Matt
United Kingdomno aircon in summer is hard, appreciate that aircon isn’t usual in geneva but maybe a large ceiling fan could be a good idea
great location, staff were lovely
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Mariana
BrazilI booked a 4 people room and got put on a 3 people room that was tiny. No circulation space if people didn't stow their luggage away, but only 2 lockers big enough for a regular carry-on bag. Only form of ventilation/heat control were the windows, but once you opened them the room became too noisy, since the hostel is on a main avenue.
Staff was friendly, check-in/out process was simple, everything was clean and comfortable. Really liked the self-laundry and storage room spaces. Just a 10min walk from the main train station and Gare Cornavin, which have plenty of food kiosks, a Migros market, and the main bus and tram routes in the city. Neighborhood offers a diversity of restaurants, from the prices to the type of cuisine, you'll certainly find somewhere to eat out!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Schomer
United StatesLocation and price were excellent. Appreciated the quiet in spite of the fact the facility was full. Staff very helpful.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Daniel
VietnamReally, for a hostel the facilities are tip top. Maybe it's just that we come from Vietnam, but it is very expensive, even for a hostel. This perception is possibly exacerbated by our living in Vietnam, but as a family of four we could afford only one night as we needed 2 private rooms to accommodate our number.
The space was simple but super tidy. Bathrooms and bedrooms were immaculately clean. As a bonus, guests (all guests I think) get passes to the Geneva transit system for the duration of their stay! Staff were generally friendly.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
David
BelgiumGreat price and location for a single bedroom in Geneva. The advantages of a hotel room and a hostel combined 👍
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
Ekaterina
GermanyThe main downside was the shower—it was fixed quite high and couldn’t be adjusted, so the water sprayed onto the opposite wall under me, which made it a bit tricky to use. Additionally, there was no AC, and during the heatwave, the room got quite hot.
This is a nice option for a budget stay in Geneva. I stayed in a dormitory for only three people, which felt quite private and comfortable. The common areas were spacious and perfect for working or relaxing, and there was a little garden as well. The kitchen was large and well-equipped. The staff was also very kind and welcoming. Another big plus is the location—it's just perfect! The hostel is very close to tram stops, making it easy to reach any place in the city.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 6 July 2025
John
United Kingdomcould do with air con
decent
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 July 2025
Carlos
AustraliaCleanliness of shared facilities
Location was key
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Nina
IcelandStronger ventilation is needed on hot days with 30 degrees plus. Hair dryers to weak.
Location! Simplicity.
Stayed in June 2025
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