Hôtel de La Cigogne

Old Town & Rues Basses · Geneva

Hôtel de La Cigogne 1

Axel’s take

Old-world character and excellent service make this a strong central Geneva choice.

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Axel’s rating: 8.7/10 · a traditional five-star boutique hotel in central Geneva

Hôtel de La Cigogne is a traditional five-star Relais & Châteaux hotel on Place Longemalle, steps from the Old Town, shopping and Lake Geneva. It’s a strong pick for travelers who prefer individually decorated rooms and attentive service to contemporary hotel design. Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise the location, cleanliness and helpful staff, with recent reviews reinforcing those strengths. The restaurant and square-side terrace add appeal beyond the bedrooms.

The trade-off is a smaller luxury hotel’s facilities rather than a full-service spa experience: there’s no pool, and complimentary fitness access is at nearby Holmes Place, not an on-site gym. The period décor delights many guests, though some find it dated. We’d choose it for a characterful city break, but skip it if modern interiors and extensive wellness facilities are priorities.

Rooms
Individually styled period interiors; classic rooms span 25–35 m², with varying bed sizes.
Cleanliness
A clear strength across Booking.com, Expedia and Agoda guest feedback.
Service
Helpful reception and attentive staff earn consistent praise, including in recent reviews.
Amenities
Restaurant, bar, terrace and complimentary nearby Holmes Place access; no pool.
Fees and surprises
Valet parking and pets carry charges; check whether your booking includes breakfast.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Agoda. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

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The location

17, place Longemalle, Geneva

Excellent walking base between the Old Town, luxury shops and the lake; not a beachfront hotel.

Amenities and check-in

Restaurant, bar, terrace and complimentary nearby Holmes Place access; no pool.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 12:00 PM

  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Fitness facilities
  • Parking
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Hôtel de La Cigogne — Geneva, Switzerland

Hôtel de La Cigogne is a traditional five-star boutique hotel in central Geneva in Geneva, Switzerland.

Address: 17, place Longemalle, Geneva. Property ID: 1204070.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/geneva/hotel-de-la-cigogne-1204070

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$968$1,003 on Booking.com$35 less (3%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms

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Total price: $1,347 USD

2026-11-13 to 2026-11-16 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-05$575 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,058 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-06$483 for 1 night · 2 nights $967 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-07$484 for 1 night · 2 nights $934 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$450 for 1 night · 2 nights $908 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$458 for 1 night · 2 nights $911 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$453 for 1 night · 2 nights $934 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$481 for 1 night · 2 nights $936 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$455 for 1 night · 2 nights $906 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$451 for 1 night · 2 nights $900 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$449 for 1 night · 2 nights $896 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$447 for 1 night · 2 nights $906 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$459 for 1 night · 2 nights $913 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$454 for 1 night · 2 nights $913 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$459 for 1 night · 2 nights $913 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$454 for 1 night · 2 nights $906 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$452 for 1 night · 2 nights $926 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$474 for 1 night · 2 nights $948 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$474 for 1 night · 2 nights $986 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$512 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,032 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$520 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,037 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$517 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,030 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$513 for 1 night · 2 nights $966 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$453 for 1 night · 2 nights $907 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$454 for 1 night · 2 nights $909 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$455 for 1 night · 2 nights $909 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$454 for 1 night · 2 nights $909 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$455 for 1 night · 2 nights $941 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$486 for 1 night · 2 nights $962 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$476 for 1 night · 2 nights $958 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-04$482 for 1 night · 2 nights $968 · up to 14 nights priced

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Axel's take: 8.7/10

Old-world character and excellent service make this a strong central Geneva choice. a traditional five-star boutique hotel in central Geneva, scored for what it is.

Hôtel de La Cigogne is a traditional five-star Relais & Châteaux hotel on Place Longemalle, steps from the Old Town, shopping and Lake Geneva. It’s a strong pick for travelers who prefer individually decorated rooms and attentive service to contemporary hotel design. Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise the location, cleanliness and helpful staff, with recent reviews reinforcing those strengths. The restaurant and square-side terrace add appeal beyond the bedrooms.

The trade-off is a smaller luxury hotel’s facilities rather than a full-service spa experience: there’s no pool, and complimentary fitness access is at nearby Holmes Place, not an on-site gym. The period décor delights many guests, though some find it dated. We’d choose it for a characterful city break, but skip it if modern interiors and extensive wellness facilities are priorities.

  • Best for: couples on a city break; travelers who like traditional luxury; shopping and Old Town sightseeing

  • Watch out for: traditional décor may feel dated; fitness club is off-site; no pool; parking and pets cost extra

  • Location: Excellent walking base between the Old Town, luxury shops and the lake; not a beachfront hotel.

  • Rooms: Individually styled period interiors; classic rooms span 25–35 m², with varying bed sizes.

  • Cleanliness: A clear strength across Booking.com, Expedia and Agoda guest feedback.

  • Service: Helpful reception and attentive staff earn consistent praise, including in recent reviews.

  • Amenities: Restaurant, bar, terrace and complimentary nearby Holmes Place access; no pool.

  • Fees and surprises: Valet parking and pets carry charges; check whether your booking includes breakfast.

Axel's opinion of Hôtel de La Cigogne, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Agoda. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

About Hôtel de La Cigogne

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 5-star hotel
  • Relais & Chateaux
  • 17, place Longemalle, Geneva
  • Amenities: Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Fitness facilities, Parking, Pets allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 12:00
  • City page: Hotels in Geneva

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Duplex Double room (full double bed)

Duplex Twin room (twin beds)

Classic Double room (full double bed)

Classic Twin room (twin beds)

Double Junior Suite (full double bed)

Twin Junior Suite (twin beds)

Double Suite (full double bed)

Twin Suite (twin beds)

Duplex Double Suite (full double bed)

Family Suite

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