Historic building with elegant interiors by French designer Sybille de Margerie (of Le Mandarin Oriental in Paris, among others).

A hop, skip and a jump from the lake, Botanical Garden and international orgs.

Architectural stunner by Portuguese firm Saraiva, perched in the city centre. Go see the flower clock or the Cité du Temps.

Switzerland’s 2nd citizenM location, and the perfect home base for lakeside bar hopping (or the slightly more spendy watch shopping).

Simply surrounded by all the art and culture Geneva has to offer. Mamco, the Grand Theatre and Victoria Hall are all nearby.

Just a block from the stroll-worthy lakeside promenade.

The free buffet breakfast features Swiss specialties like Müsli and a lots of gluten-free options.

Free WiFi? You know it.

Streaming your favorite playlists is a breeze with free WiFi.

Serene accommodations nestled in the hills, yet just minutes from the airport and downtown Geneva.

Modern rooms renovated in 2013 have a simple elegance.

Modern rooms show off the soft & cosy side of minimalism.

Should you take the free shuttle to the airport (800m)? Well, that’s just Geneva conventional wisdom.

Daily continental breakfast is on the house, and you’ve got a big day ahead. Fuel up accordingly.

Understated upscale from top to bottom.

Streaming your favorite playlists is a breeze with free WiFi.

3-min jaunt from the TGV trains at Gare d’Annecy – and 10-ish from the Old Town and lovely lakefront gardens at Jardin’s de l’Europe.