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2, rue de la Rotisserie, Geneva CH-1204, Switzerland
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Hotel Central
Ranked #44 of 106 hotels in Geneva
3.5 of 5 stars 136 Reviews
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UK
Senior Contributor
46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
57 helpful votes 57 helpful votes
“Central Hotel, good location in the old town.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2011

We arrived at around 7pm,from the airport we got the train which dropped us off at Cornavin station within 5 minutes,there are free tickets available for travel from around where you get your luggage in the airport. We walked across the lake into the old part of town.
The hotel is located on Rue De La Rotisserie just a few meters up from the Alhambra theatre.
There is a small sign above the entrance to the arcade where the hotel is located within.
We went up to the 6th floor where the reception is located and booked in, this took a few minutes and the gentleman on reception was very helpful and explained everything.We were given a double Economy room as booked, the rooms are a bit small but adequate for a nights stay. We received breakfast at 9am as we had booked it,there was a roll and croissant per person,preserves,orange juice and coffee or tea if you prefer.
The room has a toilet and shower,television,central heating,small table and a couple of chairs. I believe there are larger rooms and suites available f I was staying longer then I would have booked a larger room. We left at 11am and where asked if we would like to leave our luggage which I believe is free for them to keep it if your onward journey isn't until later in the day,the girls on reception were very helpful.

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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Erik Gangsted, Owner at Hotel Central, responded to this review
1 April 2012
Thank you for taking the time to write to us.
Yes some of our rooms are rather small but ggood value for money and for longer stays we do recommend staying in the larger rooms or appartments.
We were glad your stay in Geneva was a good one and hope to be able to welcome you back another time.

With best regards
Erik Gangsted
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Nice cozy place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2011 via mobile
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Room is of reasonable size. The room is rather new and everything is very clean. Cozy stay at a hotel well maintained by a family owned business!

  • Stayed November 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Erik Gangsted, Owner at Hotel Central, responded to this review
1 April 2012
Dear PyxisLim

Thank you for your lovely comments....it makes the work worthwhile!
Look forward to welcoming you back again to Geneva.

With best regards
Erik Gangsted
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London, United Kingdom
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Great Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 December 2011

Great location. Literally in the middle of the main shopping street just one street away from the main street. Staff gives professional vibes. But, the room is quite tiny. I found it a bit weird that when you open the main door you go straight to the toilet! The shower itself is really small and I kept bumping myself all over the place. Can't complain though, since location and price is really good for super expensive Geneva!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Erik Gangsted, Owner at Hotel Central, responded to this review
1 April 2012
Hi

Thank you for your comments and we are very fortunate to be in such a great location.
We ar glad you enjoyed it at Hotel Central and hope to see you back here soon.

With best regards
Erik Gangsted
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Dublin
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
“no bad at all”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2011
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Spartan accommodation, centrally located, good value for Geneva - the Central is a well run family hotel. Compliments to Sophie and Caroline.

The hotel is located on the six floor of a shopping arcade which I located very easily but I struggled to find the actual entrance and had to ring them to be directed to the glass door in the right hand corner of the arcade.

My room was small, table, chair, wardrobe, TV, and a 3/4 size bed crisp clean sheets which made for a very sound sleep. Basic bathroom which is located as you enter the room.

Breakfast comprised a thimble of orange juice, coffee with milk, one crossaint and a bread roll, butter and jam. It's served to your at 7am earliest when I would've preferred it earlier.

Best thing about the hotel is that all rooms have a tiny little balcony, ideal for smokers!

I would gladly stay here again if I had to....

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Erik Gangsted, Owner at Hotel Central, responded to this review
4 April 2012
Dear MP1Dublin

Thank you for taking the time to describe your stay with us, and the compliments have been passed on to Sophie and Cariline.
Fresh rolls and croissants are delivered around 06.30 to the hotel each morning, so that they do not go stale by the last service at 09.00. This is why we only start serving breakfast from 07.00 hrs.

We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Erik Gangsted
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great location and good price”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 October 2011

The location is wonderful,the staff are very friendly. The only drawback is that there're is no sitting or eating area outside your room. This hotel is on the sixth floor easy to miss!

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 2, rue de la Rotisserie, Geneva CH-1204, Switzerland
Price range (per night):* INR6,273 - 12,602

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