Hotel Metropole Geneva

Currently in the middle of a major reconstruction, no lobby during renovation, converted a meeting room into an interim lounge with water & coffee but no service, rooms without a view due to scaffolding, no curtains in the room, construction workers can look unprotected into the room; waited for my room until 17:00. Eventually received a cocktail voucher for the Rooftop Bar from a friendly and committed young colleague at the reception. Young guy managing the entrance to the rooftop bar then messed it up again, arrogant attitude, then needed to go back and forth to check available seats in the bar, which appeared to be a bit more than half full. Drink was ok. Nuts were offered in an open bowl. Other hotels do this more hygienic. Was reminded of my experience in the rooftop bar from the late afternoon when I came back after dinner and loud basses were heard until late night. Would give them another chance after they finish their renovation but currently wouldn’t recommend staying there.

We paused in Geneva for a couple of days on our way to Meribel, just to take the edge off the jet-lag. In deciding where to stay, it really wasn't clear which side of the lake would be best for us, and we ended up thinking that whichever side we chose, we'd be spending plenty of time on the other side anyway. And that's exactly what happened. The Metropole is a great location opposite a park and close to the old town. Plenty of cafes nearby. Most surprising aspect was the road noise -- there wasn't any.

This one gentlemen, our maitre d, server (Gabriel Vaugnoux) was above and beyond…, the quality of service was outstanding, immaculate, his manners were supreme as if he was greeting a king, Give this man some recognition, he’s a gift! Gil M

The hotel is right at the center and next to the lake. Some rooms are refurbished. Overall, the hotel is rather old fashioned and price per night does not justify the service or location. Roof top bar has a good view but limited menu card. Rooms with lakeside view are noisy. Personnel is friendly and speaks English as well.

Cosy place - amazing location- service fast and quick- staff is helpful and friendly , it was river view and was amazing . I think after renovation it will be amazing. The room was a bit small but yet the special feeling with historical building overcomes that