Geneva for 4 days --place to stay?
May 14, 2019, 9:45 am
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Geneva for 4 days --place to stay?
Hi: We are family of three (with a 15 years old) and we are looking for recommendation. First time visitors, we don't plan on rent a car. We would prefer US chain hotels but open to other options. Thank you!
Do visitors to Switzerland still can pick up a free 80 minute transportation card at Geneva Airport to travel by public transportation to their hotel, or that program is over?
Do visitors to Switzerland still can pick up a free 80 minute transportation card at Geneva Airport to travel by public transportation to their hotel, or that program is over?
May 14, 2019, 10:51 am
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Anyone arriving in GVA airport and exiting into the city can get a free ticket for 80 mins which can be used to travel anywhere in Geneva Zone 10.
May 16, 2019, 2:52 am
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It would help if you indicated a budget. I mean for example, the four seasons is a really nice hotel, but also costs like chf1k a night.
May 16, 2019, 9:38 pm
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Thanks for the response! We don't need to stay at really nice hotels, we actually don't need to stay in Geneva, just need a good convenient base as launchpad so we can visit the surrounding places. Our date is early August and we like natural scenery. Appreciate any pointers!
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May 17, 2019, 10:12 am
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We stayed at this place without a car and with a toddler in a stroller. I can't even describe how wonderful this spot is - Terraced vineyards with all sorts of interesting walks to be done. Close to Vevey and Montreaux, comes with (or easy to obtain) local transport pass, etc.
The proprietor is a treat as well. It's a bit out of the way and you have to walk or uber a bit but it was a memorable place - I dream about returning there.
https://www.burignon.ch/en/bed-breakfast/
View of Lake Geneva across breakfast.
UNESCO World Heritage region - Lavaux
The proprietor is a treat as well. It's a bit out of the way and you have to walk or uber a bit but it was a memorable place - I dream about returning there.
https://www.burignon.ch/en/bed-breakfast/
View of Lake Geneva across breakfast.
UNESCO World Heritage region - Lavaux
