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Large charming apartment, bright, close to the center and the Old Town

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Interior
Living area
Dining
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 254 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Genève, GE
  • City Center Shopping Area
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Rue du Rhône
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Jet d'Eau Fountain
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Geneva (GVA-Cointrin Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Large charming apartment, bright, close to the center and the Old Town

Lake and fountain 10 minutes walk

This magnificent two-room apartment of high standing, charming, bright and comfortable will seduce you with its location, both close to downtown Geneva and quiet, fully immersed in the countryside. A bus stop is 30 meters from the apartment and will take you directly to the center in a few minutes as well as to the train station and airport. The apartment is composed of a beautiful and very large beautifully furnished main room with sleeping area, living area and fully equipped dining room (satellite TV, and wifi connection); the room has direct access to a beautiful balcony with tables and chairs overlooking the trees. The kitchen room is fully equipped (hob, oven, kettle, coffee machine, etc.) and independent of the main room. The bathroom consists of a bathtub. Separate toilet

Property manager

Helena
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Geneva

Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Geneva City Centre, a neighbourhood in Geneva. Geneve Plage and Botanical Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Rue du Rhône and City Center Shopping Area. Vivarium de Meyrin and Alpine Garden are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Genève, GE

What's nearby

  • City Center Shopping Area - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rue du Rhône - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Saint-Pierre Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Jet d'Eau Fountain - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Geneva - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Roches Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Geneve Eaux Vives Station - 9 min walk
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pâtisserie Mage succ. Hochwahr - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bagelstein - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oh Martine - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lemongrass - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Luigia - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Large charming apartment, bright, close to the center and the Old Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large charming apartment, bright, close to the center and the Old Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large charming apartment, bright, close to the center and the Old Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large charming apartment, bright, close to the center and the Old Town located?

Located in Geneva City Centre, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of City Center Shopping Area and Jet d'Eau Fountain. Parc Bertrand and Rue du Rhône are also within 10 minutes. Roches Tram Stop is only a 5-minute walk and Villereuse Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious studio in Champel

In terms of size and general comfort, this is an impressive studio apartment. The apartment is generally well equipped and with a compact but functional kitchen; is set well back from Route De Malagnou and therefore quiet; and has a lovely balcony. The public transport links are excellent and the apartment is within easy walking distance from major supermarkets. The apartment did get a bit warm during the recent spell of hot weather in Geneva, so a fan would have been a nice (and cheap) inclusion. That said, the only significant demerit of the apartment is that the washing machine listed in the inclusions is not in fact in the apartment. Rather, there is a laundry room in the building and to use the washing machine you need to get in touch with the (very nice) concierge every time you want to use it. Notably, there is, what for us, was a totally redundant bidet in the bathroom. Were this to be replaced with a washing machine, I would then consider the apartment to be outstanding.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Apartment

This is an excellent apartment and would recommend it to anyone who is looking to stay in Geneva , the apartment is in a good area and on the airport bus route, and looks the same as the photos . Helena was very helpful in making our stay in Geneva a wonderful trip would definitely go back again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In Geneva to meet our first grandchild

The Orion was very comfortable, clean, quiet and well appointed. It is also very well located in regard to bus and train stops, allowing for us to get to our daughter’s apartment (and many other places) quickly and conveniently. We enjoyed having it as a place to retreat to at the end of the day and have a leisurely morning routine. Mage bakery and Coop grocery store gave us great options for eating “at home!”
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment in great location

We were visiting Geneva to help our daughter and son-in-law with their newborn. (Their apartment was a 5 minute walk so the location was ideal.) Location also ideal because it close to Eaux-Vives shopping and restaurants and the local public transportation. The apartment is very spacious and bright and has everything you could need. Several nights during our stay we prepared dinner for 4 adults and we had plenty of room. Neighborhood very quiet. Helena is a great host.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb location for exploring Geneva & nearby environs

Great apartment--spacious and relaxing. Love the huge tub. Great for having a hot soak after traipsing around Geneva or other nearby towns all day long. Super quiet locarion with easy access to Geneve's buses and trams. Made everything simple and enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super cute studio near a main street and one of the major Geneva train stations, but set back so it’s very quiet. The host is super nice and responded to all questions promptly. The apartment was clean and secure. We loved it here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the location

This accommodation was everything we wanted and needed. The location was perfect for us. Bus transportation was just steps away. With windows on two sides we enjoyed Geneva’s fresh air both day and night. The location is incredibly quiet. There is no problem sleeping with windows open. We may very well return to Geneva in the future and would likely stay here again if Helena will have us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An oasis in Geneva

Best VRBO property I’ve stayed at to date. Easy access to the city busses. Shops and restaurants nearby. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment

My experience in Helena’s Geneva Orion apartment was nothing short of excellent. The apartment is spacious, welcoming, and situated in a beautiful neighborhood of Geneva. Helena was kind and prompt when addressing any questions of mine that came up. It was a pleasure to live there!
Stayed 109 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William A L., Babylon, NY, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helena Was Very Helpful

We arrived from the USA early in the morning. Our check-in time was 1600 but since there was no one staying in the apartment before us Helena allowed my wife & I to check-in earlier. We appreciated this very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Winona a., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

No fan of this host

Geneva hit 90 degrees each of the five early September days we visited. The afternoon my husband and I arrived, the apartment was unbearably hot. Of course, there was no air-conditioning, but we expected at least a fan, so we wrote immediately about the need for one. The host's responses to our repeated requests were ridiculous: it was cool last week; just open the windows; maybe the concierge can find you an old one and bring it to you (he never did); buy your own fan; fans don't help anyway. Blinds down and windows open, we suffered through three hot sweaty nights filled with the noise of traffic, ambulances, dogs, etc. Host finally brought a fan by on day 4 after she returned from her holiday abroad. With it, the last two nights were comfortable enough to sleep. It would have been so easy to make our entire stay more enjoyable. We requested recompense, but did not get it. Her excuse was that there was no way she could have known it was going to be hot. This is unacceptable since Geneva had already had record summer heat, and, in previous reviews, guests had suggested the need for the fan we had to beg for.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Nice place to stay in Geneva
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Darryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Stay in Geneva

Great location…public transportation is very accessible. We would have loved a raclette/fondue pot in the apartment. Check in was very easy.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall in Geneve

What a beautiful stay in a well located and charming flat in Geneva. Transportation was very easy to Cornivan Station, and access to great locations in and around Geneva were easy to navigate. This was my 2nd time staying at this beautiful flat, and it was just as charming if not more so with the beautiful fall colors!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable place to stay.

We enjoyed 5 days in the apartment. Everything exact as stated on VRBO. Communicating with the owner was easy. The concierge Mr Santos was extremely helpful with a personal medical issue.Merci Mr.Santos..made the visit more enjoyable. We are walkers and the walk to the lake was easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect oasis in Geneva

The apartment was perfect.It was in a very safe neighbourhood with all the amenities one would need nearby.Helena was extremely responsive and helpful.We would not hesitate to stay there again in a heartbeat! Thank you again Helena!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrien F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Appartement agreable, bien aménagé. Quartier tranquille, mais aussi près de la ville vieille

Très bien
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marc B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bel appartement fot bien situé

L'appartement est bien situé par rapport à la circulation dans Genève. Très fonctionnel et globalement bien équipé. La procédure de remise des clefs ou de départ est finalement bien pratique même si elle surprend un peu. Tout s'est déroulé comme prévu. Là où l'on pensait que le stationnement de la voiture serait compliqué à Genève le principe des places de parking réservées à l'immeuble était fort agréable. Un très bon ressenti d'une manière générale et aucun regret sur le choix de ce logement. Merci pour cette belle prestation qui a fortement contribué à la réussite de ce séjour. Martine et Jean-Marc
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A visit to CERN and my daughter.

What a beautifully appointed apartment/studio, which was very well located with easy transportation to all areas of Geneva! Thank you so very much for a lovely stay at your beautiful flat!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rte de Malagnou

This studio was perfect for our stay. Only minutes from my son and a short walk to Old Town Geneva. So convenient and comfortable. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place in Geneva!

Helena’s place was perfect for my stay in Geneva. It was well equipped and very comfortable and relaxing and close to everything I wanted to be near during my stay. Helena was very responsive to my questions and requests and I felt completely at home for the month I spent there. I was delighted to find that from the far end of the car park in front of the building you can enter the Contamines park and there are lovely paths through the woods so you can have a very pleasant walk to the Coop grocery store or other places. I hope to return soon!
Stayed 25 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Globaal gezien goed appartement, voldoende dicht bij centrum, alle voorzieningen aanwezig.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Natasha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Nothing but compliments: well-equipped, comfortable and Helena is the quintessential manager, replies quickly to every question and accommodates every request. Top quality, highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, helpful owner

Centrally located apartment with excellent natural light and views onto trees. Very responsive and helpful owner. Hope to stay at this place again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Experience

I really enjoyed staying in this apartment for the following reasons. 1. The location was great since it was about a two or three minute walk to the bus stop and about a five minute walk to Migros, a grocery store that had everything I needed (I'm on a restricted diet). And I was always about a 10 minute bus ride from anything major. When I had to travel a couple of times to the United Nations area (in what appears to be one of the most northern areas of the city), it was only about 35 minutes door to door. 2. The apartment was quite large for a studio. My wife and I had ample space for all of our suitcases and belongings, and more than enough space to hang up coats and clothes. And the shelving cases are genius; they allowed my wife to easily organize small items, like makeup, hair brushes, etc. 3. The apartment was updated, like its bathrooms, and I never felt that I was staying somewhere "cheap." 4. The kitchen was adequate for my needs (European kitchens tend to be small), and it was better than staying in a tiny hotel room/kitchenette. 5. The property manager responded to all of my inquiries in a timely manner. In short, I may have to return to Geneva in several months, and if so, I will inquire into this apartment again.

About the host

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English, French

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