Geneva
Switzerland · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Geneva, Switzerland range from $47 to $129/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 7 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 2, Aug 15, Aug 16.
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Hostel prices in Geneva, Switzerland
A typical dorm night in Geneva runs about $54.
Across the upcoming months, August tends to be the cheapest month (from $47/night) and September the most expensive (from $53/night).
At $47/night and up, Geneva is a mid-range hostel destination in Switzerland.
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Local knowledge for Geneva
Where to stay
Pâquis, a five-minute walk from Gare de Cornavin, is where most hostels cluster. Rue de Berne and the streets toward the lake put you close to transit, the lake ferry piers, and the Bains des Pâquis, which charges a small entry fee and is one of the few genuinely affordable social spots in the city.
Getting around
- Check in before you do anything else. Geneva gives hostel and hotel guests a free Geneva Transport Card covering unlimited tram, bus, and lake boat rides for your entire stay. A single tram ticket otherwise costs several francs.
- Take TPG tram 17 to Annemasse just across the French border, about 20 minutes from Cornavin. French supermarkets like Carrefour there run 30 to 40 percent cheaper than Migros or Coop in the city center.
- CERN offers free guided tours but slots fill up weeks out. Book directly on the CERN website before you arrive, not when you get there.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest in November and late January. July and August are the tightest, particularly around the Fêtes de Genève in early August, when prices jump and beds go fast.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Geneva cost per night?
Dorm beds in Geneva currently range from $47 to $129/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Geneva?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Geneva are August 2, August 15, August 16.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Geneva?
HostelHawk currently tracks 7 hostels in Geneva, Switzerland.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Geneva?
Based on current availability, August has the lowest hostel prices in Geneva, with dorm beds from $47/night.
Is Geneva affordable compared to other hostel cities in Switzerland?
Geneva is a mid-range hostel destination in Switzerland, with dorm prices starting from $47/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Geneva?
Pâquis, a five-minute walk from Gare de Cornavin, is where most hostels cluster. Rue de Berne and the streets toward the lake put you close to transit, the lake ferry piers, and the Bains des Pâquis, which charges a small entry fee and is one of the few genuinely affordable social spots in the city.
What is the best time of year to visit Geneva?
Hostels are cheapest in November and late January. July and August are the tightest, particularly around the Fêtes de Genève in early August, when prices jump and beds go fast.