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Bel Esperance

1 rue de la Vallee, Geneva 1204, Switzerland (Bourg-de-Four)
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30 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

It is certainly a novel experience staying at Bel Esperance. Run by the Salvation Army, this place is somewhere between a hotel, hostel and B&B. It's reasonably priced for Geneva (CHF160 per night) and well located in the old town, with a large roof terrace, decent cold buffet breakfast and friendly staff. Our room was old fashioned and basic, but... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

We are a family of 2 adults and 2 children and stayed at the Bel Esperance in May 2013. We were given two adjoining rooms that could be accessed by a common door. The rooms are a little on the small side. However, if you are going to spend most of your time outside, they are adequate. The folks at... More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

I would highly recommend staying at Hotel Bel Esperance. The location for starters is superb minutes away from the Jet D'Eau and in the centre of Geneva! The Room was fantastic for the price, couldn't have asked for more. Great Breakfast and fantastic and accomodating staff!

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Located in heart of 'old city centre.' Short walk to/from Bus. Complementary bus tix to airport. Very good breakfast. Very friendly staff. Fairly basic room, but very clean. Would stay here again. Only stayed in Geneva for one evening - thought we saw everything we needed to in that time.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

I have travelled to Geneva many times in the days before tripadvisor, but I didn't ever come across the Bel Esperance. For the price - Geneva hotels are expensive - it is remarkable. Large comfortable room, charming and helpful service, and all in a convenient but quiet location in the Old Town. Only caveat, mentioned by other reviewers, the noise... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013 via mobile

A good value located in the city center. This simple, neat and clean location is good for a couple of days in Geneva. Breakfast is plentiful and delicious. Rooms area small and simple but complete. Comfortable and homey for a brief stay in Geneva.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Very good priced hotel, excellent location in the old part, Good breakfast and a little small rooms. Nice service and clean. I will stay here again. And very nice terrace. It was 50% less than the other hotels we checked in Geneva

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I was here for a conference, and the organizers had arranged the accommodation. I didn't know what to expect and had not time whatsoever to do some "research" on the hotel before the trip. The room was rather small but extremely tidy and clean. Everything was at its right place. The bathroom was small too. Although the hotel is in... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This hotel is excellent for the price, and is very likely one of least expensive good hotels in Geneva. Run by the Salvation Army (who knew!), it is very clean, located in Old Geneva, close to much of Geneva's history, as well as all the pricey shops. The breakfast is adequate, but simple, continental. The staff are very helpful and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

In this Protestant city, a number of hotels are run by Christian organisations. This one is run by the Salvation Army. The rooms are somewhat austere but everything is clean and orderly. There is a communal sitting room where newspapers, including the Salvation Army's own, are available. The breakfast room is a bright and airy place where the food is... More

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Also Known As:
Bel Esperance Hotel
Bel Esperance Hotel Geneva
Address: 1 rue de la Vallee, Geneva 1204, Switzerland
Region: Switzerland > Geneva > Bourg-de-Four
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Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 9 B&Bs / Inns in Geneva
Price range (per night): ₹7,633 - ₹9,657
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Bel'Espérance is a very charming hotel situated in a perfect place - in the city centre at the door to the old town and only some steps away from the lake.The Bel'EspéranceA pleasure to stay,happiness to come back! ... more   less 

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