YOTEL Geneva Lake
Switzerland's newest destination to work, stay and playWe offer a free shuttle service between the hotel and Geneva Airport, which operates every day between 05:20 and 23:40. To take the shuttle from Geneva Airport, follow the signs to ‘Navettes Hotel / Hotel Shuttles’ in the Arrivals Hall.
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Check in to work, stay, and play at this Lake Geneva hotel in the town of Founex in Switzerland. YOTEL Geneva Lake offers access to the landscapes of Lake Geneva, fresh air, modern hotel rooms, and versatile meeting spaces for business and leisure travellers. Staying at one of the best hotels in Lake Geneva, you’ll enjoy HVGGE restaurant and all our excellent facilities. With us as your base, you can explore the best of the area’s attractions from one of the top hotels in Geneva. All just a fifteen-minute drive from Geneva Airport.
Lake Geneva Road Trips
YOTEL Geneva Lake is the perfect base for exploring Swiss culture, nature, and history, all under an hour away. Hop in the car to discover famous sights from Saint Pierre’s Cathedral in Geneva to adventures up and around Mont Tendre: the tallest peak in Swiss Jura (with epic Lake Geneva views.) Ready to rev up? Find out our top ten picks to see on your road trip below.
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FREE NYON SHUTTLE SERVICE
For those staying at YOTEL Geneva Lake on business and working in Nyon, we operate a complimentary return shuttle to corporations in Nyon Monday to Friday from the hotel. The shuttle departs the hotel at 7:20 in the morning and has four stops around Nyon. The return shuttle gets back to YOTEL Geneva Lake around 6pm. Journey time is approximately 15 minutes, subject to traffic, and the shuttle is available on a first come first serve basis.
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See allSleep Well in Geneva
Have your best ever sleep at YOTEL Geneva Lake after a day out in the fresh air with our sleep well pack, comprising all the necessities for a successful sleepover.
The pack includes: sleepover snack, skin recovery kit by Urban Jungle, 2 night caps at HVGGE, list of YOTEL’s recommended Sleep Well movies to stream in your room and loan of a Lumie light. Just select the add-on SLEEP WELL IN GENEVA LAKE to your stay when you book on yotel.com
The package is subject to availability and must be booked 24 hours in advance.
Park & Stay Summer Special
Get parking. breakfast, early check in from 10am and a late check out until 2pm on stays through to the end of 2025 when you book your stay by 30 September.
Select the rate 'LONG HOT SUMMER' when you book your stay on yotel.com
WORK PERK Geneva Lake
Enjoy YOTEL’s smart corporate membership programme, exclusively tailored for your business travel needs at YOTEL Geneva Lake. Find out what benefits you can enjoy with the link below.
Free airport shuttle
We offer a free shuttle service between the hotel and Geneva Airport, which operates every day between 05:20 and 23:40. To take the shuttle from Geneva Airport, follow the signs to ‘Navettes Hotel / Hotel Shuttles’ in the Arrivals Hall. To take the shuttle to the airport from the hotel, simply meet at Mission Control. The shuttle takes approx. 15 minutes. For times and more information, please contact [email protected] or phone +41 22 960 78 00.
Mission Control
Mission Control is your one-stop service to help you with anything from emergency supplies and toiletries to extra keys and towels. The check-in desks are accessible 24/7, along with the Mission Control crew. Our standard check-in time is after 3pm and check-out is before 11am. We also offer early check-in and late check-out when available for a small fee.
Parking
We have 146 parking spaces available at the hotel - both indoor and outdoor, available for overnight hotel guests.
HVGGE PLACE
Covering more than 2,000sqm (21,500 sqft) and designed to represent the Scandinavian lifestyle, HVGGE Place is a unique Nordic-inspired dining and entertainment hub. With contemporary Nordic architecture, it adapts seamlessly for various occasions, from intimate dinners to grand events. The conference and entertainment venue can host up to 250 guests and can be divided into separate spaces for more intimate events. The venue has its own entrance and lobby accessible from the parking garage.
HVGGE Conference & Banqueting Centre
- A versatile meetings space with flexible and multi-functional rooms that can host multiple events ranging from conferences and business meetings to private dinners or receptions. The space has a capacity to host up to 200 guests.
HVGGE Auditorium
A dedicated larger event space that can hold up to 250 guests, suitable for special occasions such as corporate galas, product launches, fashion shows, press conferences, weddings, concerts and local exhibitions.
BUSINESS HUB
The area is home to some of the world’s leading non-profit organisations, multinational companies, and top universities, including The International School of Geneva, the Hotel School of Geneva, Lombard Odier’s new HQ, the World Trade Organisation, the Red Cross International Committee and MNCs like UEFA, FIBA, GSK, and Hublot. In addition, guests will be only minutes from the French border and popular Casino Divonne. The region has over 1.2 million people and offers attractive skiing and shopping options.
hvgge restaurant
HVGGE Restaurant takes guests on a culinary adventure to Denmark, known as one of the best food scenes around the world, with a menu cultivated around Danish comfort food using locally sourced ingredients, as well as the famous Danish Smorrebrods – a culinary art combining bread, butter, cold cuts, seafood and vegetables.
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Seafood Bar, Copenhagen 1960
- Inspired by the Danish seafood culture, The Seafood Bar offers a range of fresh, high-quality seafood dishes such as fresh lobster, crayfish, shrimp, oysters, caviar and salmon, accompanied by Danish beer, aquavit, wines and champagnes.
HVGGE ROOFTOP
Sitting on top of the building and providing a beachside ambience, the HVGGE Rooftop is an informal, relaxed space where guests can enjoy unrivalled lake and mountain views.
Getting to us
The hotel is conveniently located for guests travelling to and from both Geneva airport and the city centre. The hotel is a 30-minute drive from Lausanne and minutes from the French border and Divonne casino. The hotel is also only five minutes from the lake, port and swim spots.
By train:
The closest train station to the hotel is Coppet, which is a 5-minute drive away. Coppet has regular connections to Geneva city centre (10 minute journey), Nyon (6 minute journey) and Lausanne (40 minute journey).
From Coppet train station to YOTEL you can take bus number 813 (direction Crassier Ancienne Gare) or number 814 (direction Divonne-les-Bains) and stop at Chavannes-de-B -> Champs-Blanc.
By car:
From Geneva airport, take the A1 motorway towards Lausanne. Take exit 10 Coppet/Versoix/Divone and you’ll see the hotel on the right. On-site parking is available.
Our address
YOTEL Geneva LakeChemin Ballessert 1
1297 Founex (VD)
Switzerland
MUSIC AND CONCERTS
You'll discover an eclectic mix of musical genres in Geneva. Whether you're looking for rock, classical or otherworldly live performances, there's bound to be something for you during your YOTEL Geneva Lake stay. Upcoming performances include the stunning gala concert of the Geneva Puplinge Classique 15 years on 1 September, to American blues with Seasick Steve at Alhambra on 6 November.
Take a hike
Get away to Mont Tendre, the highest peak in the Swiss Jura Mountains, for a refreshing escape into nature. With stunning views of the Alps and Lake Geneva, it’s a great spot for hiking through forests and meadows. Whether you visit in summer for a hike or in winter for snowshoeing, Mont Tendre offers a peaceful retreat from the city.
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Visit Lausanne
Lausanne is just a quick trip from YOTEL Geneva Lake and offers a mix of history, culture, and stunning views. Wander through its picturesque old town, relax by the lake, or dive into its vibrant arts and dining scene. It's a perfect getaway for a day of exploring and enjoying something new.
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Watersports
In Geneva, the lake offers plenty of water activities. Rent a paddle board at Tropical Corner or Plage du Reposoir, or take windsurfing and wakeboarding lessons at Tropical Corner. You can also try paddle yoga there. For wakeboarding, visit Wake Up at Quai Gustave-Ador, just past the Jet d’Eau.For pedal boat enthusiasts and sunbathers, Les Corsaires offers a range of small pedal boats for hire, including one with a slide to jump into the water and cool off.
EXHIBITIONS
Right next to Geneva Airport, Geneva’s premier event and exhibition centre Palexpo brings a dynamic experience ten minutes by free shuttle transfer from YOTEL Geneva Lake. From international trade shows to motor shows, concerts and sports events, Palexpo hosts a wide range of activities year-round. Upcoming highlights include Whisky & More 2024 on 4 October, and the Road Trip Expo from 8 - 10 November.
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