Hotel Capitole, Geneva ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

15 Rue De Berne, Geneva, Switzerland, 1201

Hotel Capitole is a non-smoking 3-star hotel located in the heart of Geneva. Its attractive traditional facade complements the historic architecture of the area, including the nearby neo-gothic Brunswick Monument. Central to main attractions, this hotel offers convenient access to Lake Geneva and various shopping areas within easy walking distance.

Location

Situated just off Place Cornavin, the hotel is 200 meters from Cornavin Train Station. Guests receive a complimentary public transportation card for their stay, allowing easy access to explore the city. Notable attractions such as Jet d'Eau Fountain and Leman Theatre are within walking distance.

Rooms

The hotel features 25 smoke-free rooms, each equipped with modern amenities. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, electronic safes, and flat-screen TVs in their accommodations. The bathrooms include essentials such as hairdryers and showers, ensuring a comfortable stay for visitors seeking quality over size.

Eat & Drink

A rich breakfast is served in the lobby from 07:00 to 10:00, featuring a variety of breads, fruits, and meats. The Los Angeles Café offers snacks and is decorated in a distinctive Californian Art Deco style. Guests may also explore dining options nearby, including Au Petit Chalet Restaurant for European and Central European cuisines.

Leisure & Business

Hotel Capitole includes amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool and access to windsurfing, hiking, and bowling. The on-site bar features billiards and a TV, providing a space for relaxation. An internet corner with computers is available in the lobby for business needs.

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Geneva 1.3 km

Airports

Cointrin (GVA) 5.1 km

Sion (SIR) 157.2 km

Train

Genève-Cornavin Railway Station300 m

Gare de Genève-Sécheron 1.5 km

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Location

15 Rue De Berne, Geneva, Switzerland, 1201

Map view

15 Rue De Berne, Geneva, Switzerland, 1201

City landmarks

Monument

The Geneva Water Fountain

1.6 km

Church

Cathedrale de St-Pierre

1.2 km

quai du General-Guisan 28 Jardin Anglais

L'horloge fleurie

850 m

Beach

Paquis Baths

990 m

Park

English Garden Park

930 m

Museum

Tavel House

1.2 km

Rue des Vieux-Grenadiers 7

Patek Philippe Watch Museum

1.7 km

Park

Parc Des Bastions

1.1 km

Museum

Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum

1.0 km

Museum

Museum of Art and History

1.5 km

Museum

Natural History Museum of Geneva

1.8 km

Monument

Reformation Wall

1.3 km

Museum

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum

2.1 km

Square

Place du Bourg-de-Four

1.3 km

Park

Parc de La Grange

1.9 km

Gallery

Museum of Far Eastern Art

1.8 km

Public Building

Palais des Nations

2.4 km

Theatre

Leman Theatre

610 m

Museum

Mamco- modern and contemporary art museum

1.3 km

Rue du Rhone

850 m

Museum

Musee Rath

870 m

Synagogue

Beth Yaakov Synagogue

810 m

Museum

Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral

1.2 km

Museum

International Museum of the Reformation

1.2 km

Nearby

Monument

Brunswick Monument

140 m

Pont de la Machine 1

Cite du Temps

530 m

Church

Basilica Notre-Dame of Geneva

540 m

Mont Blanc Bridge

480 m

Church

Holy Trinity Church

190 m

Île Rousseau

Rousseau Island

510 m

Restaurants

Parfums de Beyrouth

120 m

Rue de Berne 18

Post' Cafe

40 m

rue de Berne 7

Hungky

160 m

rue Chaponniere 3

Saj Eat

120 m

rue des Alpes 18

Tasty Chicken Spot

120 m

rue de Berne 29

Boreal Coffee Chill

170 m

rue du Mont-Blanc 17

Sultan Beyrouth

140 m

rue de Berne 29

Foret de bambous

210 m

rue de Chantepoulet 12

Chez Ma Cousine St-Gervais

270 m

rue Lissignol 5

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Great location

Check-in delay

Limited breakfast options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.5

Location

9.4

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

Herbert

United States, August 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel which is conveniently located between the train station and the bus stations, surrounded by plenty of great dining options. The rooms were clean and nice, and the staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. However, the dining experience could use some improvement, and I felt a bit uneasy in the neighborhood after dark. Overall, it's great value for money, especially for the location!

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were small by American standards, but they were very clean and quiet, which I appreciated. The shower was great too!

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic! The staff were very friendly and efficient, always ready to help with a cheerful smile. They gave us some great local tips to explore on a budget.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is excellent, just a short walk to the train station, which made it super easy to get to the lake and the old town. It’s a bit unsettling after 7 pm due to some unsavory characters in the area.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast options were nice but could have been better; the food was basic and not very varied. It was good enough to start my day, but I hoped for more choice.

Facilities

8.0

I didn't use many facilities, but everything seemed well-maintained and clean, making the overall experience enjoyable.

Thomas

United States, July 2024

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, which boasts a fantastic location close to the train station and just a short stroll to the beautiful lake. The rooms are modern and kept very clean, providing a nice noise-free atmosphere. The breakfast was quite good, although it could benefit from a wider selection. Service was friendly and helpful, making my experience mostly enjoyable, though I wish for a few more amenities to make it a perfect trip.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were modern and very clean, providing a comfortable space for my stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and offered great local tips, which really helped me navigate my short time in the area.

Location

10.0

The hotel is excellently located, close to the main train station and a short walk to the lake and old town.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was nice but a bit limited in options; it included some delicious cheeses and a nice coffee.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were decent but didn't offer anything particularly outstanding.

Jill

United States, July 2024

7.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is perfect, being just a short walk to the lake and old town, plus really close to the main train station. The rooms are clean and cozy, but a bit on the small side for two people. The staff was super friendly and helpful, which made my stay even better. However, I found the breakfast options to be quite limited. Overall, it’s great value for money!

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and cozy, although a bit small for two people.

Service

9.0

The staff was super friendly and offered great tips for local areas.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect, close to the main train station and a short walk to beautiful Lake Geneva.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was okay, but I wished there were more options available.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities seemed decent, but nothing particularly stood out.

Daniel

United States, July 2024

8.4/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is perfectly located between the train and bus stations and near various international restaurants. The rooms were modern, clean, and comfortable, making it a great value for a short trip. The breakfast was delicious, although I wish there were a few more options. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, but the room could use a bit more storage space.

Rooms

8.0

The room was nice and modern, very clean, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. The bathroom was also nice, but storage was a bit limited for our large suitcases.

Service

9.0

The staff were exceptionally friendly and offered great tips for exploring the local area, tailored to our budget.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, making it easy to walk around Geneva and access various sights, including a top-rated fondue restaurant nearby.

Dining

8.0

The breakfast was delightful, with a variety of options such as cheese, cold meats, boiled eggs, and good coffee, which made our mornings easier.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were good, but I didn't use many of them since we were mostly out exploring the city.

Nick

United States, June 2024

8.6/10

I had a really pleasant stay at this hotel, with super clean and comfortable rooms and a location that can't be beat—just a quick walk from the lake and the old town. The breakfast spread was delicious and had a good variety. While the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, there were a few amenities that could have been better. Overall, it was great value for money, and I felt at home during my time there.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very nice, clean, and quiet, with incredibly comfortable beds and a lovely bathroom.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and offered excellent tips for local attractions that fit our budget.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, just a short walk from the main train station and the lake, making it perfect for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was delightful, with a variety of hot and cold buffet options, including cheeses, cold meats, and fresh coffee.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay, but it's not luxurious.

Will

United States, April 2024

8.2/10

My stay at this hotel was pleasant overall. The location is superb, just a short walk from both the train station and the lake. The rooms were clean and stylish, but a bit tight on hanging space. The staff was incredibly friendly and gave us valuable tips for exploring the area. The breakfast was solid, especially considering Geneva's high prices, but could use a few more options. All in all, it's great value for money, although the dining experience could be improved.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean, modern, and stylish, featuring comfy beds and a bright shower room. However, there wasn't much space for hanging clothes.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and efficient, always polite and willing to help with local tips.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is excellent, right between the train and bus stations, and only a short walk to the lake and old town. Perfect for sightseeing!

Dining

7.0

The breakfast spread was solid, featuring various cheeses, cold meats, and lovely coffee. However, it would have been nice to see a few more options to choose from.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had decent facilities, but nothing particularly standout.

Jason

United States, April 2024

9.0/10

I had a really pleasant stay at this hotel. The location was fantastic, just a short walk from the train station and the lake. The rooms were spotless and had a great atmosphere, and the breakfast was simply delicious. The only downside was that the check-in took a bit longer than expected, but overall, it was a wonderful experience.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were modern, very clean, and quite comfortable with large flat-screen TVs and a great bathroom. I felt really relaxed there.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, providing us with great tips for local spots within our budget. Their efficiency made our stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, conveniently situated between the main train and bus stations, and just a short walk to beautiful Lake Leman and the old town.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was delightful, with a nice variety of options including hot stations. The staff serving breakfast were cheerful and made the experience even better.

Facilities

8.0

The amenities were great, and everything seemed well maintained, making for a pleasant stay.

Barry

United States, April 2024

8.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located close to the main train station and just a short walk to the lake and old town. The rooms are modern and spacious, perfect for our large suitcases. The staff were incredibly friendly and offered great local tips, but I did wish check-in was a bit earlier. Overall, it’s a great value for money for a short stay in Geneva.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were modern and spacious enough to store our very large suitcases, with everything we needed for a short stay.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding; the staff were cheerful and offered us fantastic tips to enjoy local attractions while keeping our budget in mind.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, being very near the main train station, just one stop from the airport, and a short walk to a top-rated fondue restaurant.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast turned out delicious, and the cheerful smiling staff made it such a pleasant experience, even though the options were fairly limited.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were adequate for our needs during the short stay.

Friendly staff

Check-in delay

Tony

United States, April 2024

8.4/10

This hotel has a great location, conveniently situated between the railway station and Lake Leman, just a short stroll away from both. The rooms are clean and comfortable, providing a peaceful retreat after a long day of exploring. The staff is friendly and helpful, offering useful tips during my stay. On the downside, the dining options were a bit limited, and the neighborhood can feel a bit off after dark.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very nice and clean, and I truly appreciated how quiet they were. The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was well-maintained. Rating: 9

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and efficient. They provided excellent tips on local attractions that fit my budget, which made my stay all the more enjoyable. Rating: 9

Location

10.0

The location is top-notch; it's a quick 5-8 minute walk from both the main train station and the beautiful Lake Leman. It also has easy access to public transportation for reaching museums and attractions. Rating: 10

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was decent, with tasty options available, but it could really use a bit more variety to be truly enjoyable. Rating: 7

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory but straightforward; they served their purpose well without being overly luxurious. Rating: 7

John

United States, March 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with its clean and modern rooms that were also very comfortable. The staff was friendly and accommodating. On the downside, the location had its issues after dark, and the dining options could have been better. Overall, it offered good value for money, especially considering the proximity to the city center and transport links.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were modern, clean, and stylish, making for a comfortable stay.

Service

8.0

The staff was very friendly and helped us with great local tips, which made our visit more enjoyable.

Location

7.0

The location was convenient, being close to the railway station and easy to walk to local attractions, though it felt less safe in the evening.

Dining

6.0

While the breakfast was nice and filling, the selection was somewhat limited considering the high prices elsewhere in the city.