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About the Hotel

21 Quai Des Bergues, Geneva, Switzerland, CH1201

The Ambassador, a 4-star hotel situated on Lake Geneva's shore, overlooks the Rhône River from downtown Geneva. The property features a 24-hour fitness center, business facilities, and concierge services.

Refined Lake View Rooms

The Ambassador's 64 individually decorated rooms feature minibars, espresso makers, and flat-screen TVs. Soundproofed accommodations offer city, lake, or river views, with private bathrooms equipped with bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.

French Dining Experience

The Ambassador restaurant specializes in French cuisine and Swiss specialties, with room service available Monday through Friday. A bar/lounge and snack bar complement dining options.

Fitness and Business

Guests access a 24-hour fitness center and business center. The property sits steps from Grand Theatre, where major operas perform during season.

Central Geneva Location

Located in Geneva's center, the hotel stands 0.1 miles from Cité du Temps and Rousseau Island. Public parking costs CHF 30 daily, with the nearest airport 2.5 miles away.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Room with 1 Single Bed

Max:

1 person

130 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Junior Suite

Max:

3 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

Available transportation options

City Center

Geneva3300 ft

Airports

Cointrin (GVA) 3.4 mi

Sion (SIR) 97.9 mi

Train

Genève-Cornavin Railway Station1700 ft

Bus

Bus stop1700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Dressing area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

21 Quai Des Bergues, Geneva, Switzerland, CH1201

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21 Quai Des Bergues, Geneva, Switzerland, CH1201

City landmarks

Monuments and Landmarks

The Geneva Water Fountain

4900 ft

Church

Cathedrale de St-Pierre

2700 ft

quai du General-Guisan 28 Jardin Anglais

The Flower Clock

2100 ft

Parks

English Garden Park

2300 ft

Beach

Paquis Baths

3700 ft

Museums

Tavel House

2600 ft

Parks

Parc Des Bastions

2600 ft

Rue des Vieux-Grenadiers 7

Patek Philippe Watch Museum

4600 ft

Museums

Natural History Museum of Geneva

5100 ft

Museums

Barbier-Mueller Archeology Museum

2200 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

Reformation Wall

3000 ft

Museums

Museum of Art and History

4100 ft

Square

Place du Bourg-de-Four

3400 ft

Parks

Parc de La Grange

1.1 mi

Gallery

Museum of Far Eastern Art

5100 ft

Museums

Mamco- modern and contemporary art museum

3500 ft

Museums

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum

1.5 mi

Public Building

Palais des Nations

1.4 mi

Museums

Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral

2700 ft

Museums

International Museum of the Reformation

2900 ft

Museums

Meg

4900 ft

Nearby

Monuments and Landmarks

Brunswick Monument

1500 ft

Pont de la Machine 1

Cite du Temps

400 ft

Church

Basilica Notre-Dame of Geneva

1200 ft

Rue du Rhone

1100 ft

Île Rousseau

Rousseau Island

900 ft

Mont Blanc Bridge

1200 ft

Museums

Musee Rath

1800 ft

Cite du Temps SA

Swatch Museum

300 ft

Synagogue

Beth Yaakov Synagogue

1700 ft

Restaurants

Starbucks Bergues

100 ft

quai des Bergues 23

Le Rouge et Le Blanc

300 ft

quai des Bergues 27

Le Bistrot de Charlotte

600 ft

place des Bergues 3

O'Saveurs

300 ft

quai des Bergues 27

Au Phil Du Temps

400 ft

Pont de la Machine

White Rabbit

400 ft

rue du Cendrier 12

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

54%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily return

5.4/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.8

Location

9.2

Service

5.8

Dining

6.2

4/5 based on 207 reviews

#57 of 111 hotels in Geneva based on Tripadvisor

Adam

United States of America, April 2025

6.0/10

My stay at The Ambassador in Geneva was mixed. The location was fantastic, right by the lake, and the views were stunning. However, I faced some challenges with the staff's attitude and service quality. The wifi inconsistencies and extra charges for parking were also disappointing, which made my experience less enjoyable than I hoped.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious and very clean, providing a comfortable environment to relax. The view out my window was fantastic, overlooking the lake and the surrounding beauty.

Service

5.0

Unfortunately, I encountered some rude behavior from the staff. It felt like I wasn't valued as a guest. When I reported issues like the wifi not working, I was met with indifference.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is truly really good, being right on the lake and very central. It's close to attractions and public transport, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

6.0

Dining options were limited within the hotel itself, but the area had many excellent restaurants nearby. I expected more variety for breakfast, especially for a hotel of this caliber.

Facilities

6.0

The amenities were average. I appreciated having access to essential utilities and good housekeeping, though the parking fees were a bit misleading as it wasn't properly advertised.

John

United States of America, March 2025

5.0/10

While the Ambassador hotel boasts a stunning location and generally offers a pleasant experience, my stay was marred by a poor interaction with a staff member at reception. The room was comfortable and clean, with wonderful views. but the breakfast left much to be desired with limited options. Overall, it’s a decent hotel, yet I feel a need to highlight the inconsistency in service I've encountered.

Rooms

7.0

My room was spacious and clean, providing a comfy retreat with stunning views over Lake Geneva. but I did notice that the layout felt a bit old-fashioned.

Service

5.0

I had mixed experiences with the staff. While some were friendly and helpful, my interaction with Corinne was particularly disappointing, as I felt treated unfairly compared to other guests. this affected my overall perception of service.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is absolutely fantastic, right next to Lake Geneva. making it easy to explore the city and enjoy beautiful views!

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was rather disappointing; it lacked variety, and the seating area, while nice, didn't elevate the experience. I was hoping for a bit more in terms of quality.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities like housekeeping were well-maintained, contributing positively to my stay. but the Wi-Fi connection was disappointing at times, creating challenges during my business travels.

Charles

United States of America, March 2025

5.0/10

My stay at The Ambassador had its ups and downs. The location near Lake Geneva was fantastic, making it easy to explore the area. However, the room felt tired and outdated, lacking some essential comforts. Despite these issues, the staff were friendly and accommodating, which made my experience a bit more pleasant.

Rooms

6.0

The room was spacious and had a lovely view, but it felt quite old and could use some modernization. The decor was haphazard, and little details like a missing toilet brush didn’t help.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly enough and always willing to help out when I needed assistance. However, I initially had a strange experience with the booking process that left me feeling uneasy.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was truly a highlight. It was conveniently close to restaurants, shopping, and public transport, making it easy to explore Geneva.

Dining

6.0

While the breakfast provided a continental style with some variety, I found it could have offered more for the price, especially for a four-star hotel. Options felt somewhat limited.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel amenities were adequate, though I wished for some modern touches. The overall upkeep of the public areas was commendable, but they felt a bit dated.

Jim

United States of America, February 2025

5.8/10

I had an overall good experience at The Ambassador in Geneva, highlighted by its ideal location and spacious rooms. However, my stay was marred by an unfortunate encounter with a staff member, which left me feeling discriminated against and uncomfortable. Despite this, most staff were friendly and helpful, making for a somewhat positive atmosphere overall.

Rooms

7.0

My room had a lovely river view and was spacious and clean. However, the lighting was inadequate, making it somewhat dark at night.

Service

5.0

While I found most of the staff to be friendly and accommodating, my interaction with one receptionist was disappointing and left me feeling marginalized.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, just a 15-minute walk from the train station and close to many restaurants and the beautiful Rhône river.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast offered a decent variety, though it could have benefited from more options. I enjoyed the seating area with a nice view, adding to the experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had adequate facilities, including good housekeeping and access to essential utilities, which made my stay comfortable.

Elizabeth

United States of America, February 2025

5.8/10

I had a pleasant stay overall, with a great location that allowed me to explore the city easily. the service was generally friendly and attentive. However, the room was a bit small and in need of some updates, which detracted from the experience.

Rooms

6.0

My room was small and lacked a view, which was disappointing. I did notice that some other rooms likely offered stunning views.

Service

7.0

The staff were mostly helpful and polite, although I encountered one team member who treated me poorly. thankfully, the rest of the team quickly made me feel welcome.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was fabulous, just a short walk to the river promenade and close to various attractions. it made my overall experience very convenient.

Dining

6.0

Dining options nearby were plentiful, but I found that the hotel restaurant prices were a bit steep. it would be nice if they offered better value.

Facilities

7.0

I appreciated the availability of useful facilities, like laundry and ticket assistance, which made my stay easier. however, I was a bit surprised that parking wasn't free despite being labeled as an amenity.