A hotel near Geneva, on the French side
Just 17 km from the airport and Palexpo, Divonne-les-Bains offers small-town calm and lower rates than Geneva, with a restaurant on site.
- Geneva Airport
- 17 km, approx. 20 min
- Palexpo
- approx. 20 min
- Palais des Nations
- approx. 20 min
- Cornavin station
- approx. 25 min
Why stay in Divonne rather than Geneva
Geneva hotels are among the most expensive in Europe, and they sell out during major trade fairs. In Divonne-les-Bains, about twenty minutes away, rooms start at €60 a night, on a quiet street with free parking.
In the evening there is no need to hunt for a restaurant: ours serves home-made French food 7 days a week. In the morning, the breakfast buffet is ready before you head off.
Geneva’s major events
At these times, book your room as early as possible.
- 5 to 11 April 2027
Watches and Wonders Geneva
The international watchmaking fair at Palexpo: trade days during the week, open to the public at the weekend.
- All year round
Trade fairs and congresses at Palexpo
The exhibition centre next to the airport is about twenty minutes from the hotel.
- All year round
International conferences
Palais des Nations, international organisations and missions: our offer for business travellers.
- Late July
Paléo Festival in Nyon
15 minutes from the hotel: all about Paléo.
Getting to Geneva from the hotel
By car
About 20 minutes to the airport and Palexpo, 25 minutes to the city centre outside rush hour. Back at the hotel, no hunting for a space: parking is free on the street.
By train
Bus 814 links Divonne to Coppet station, served by regional trains to Geneva.
By taxi or ride-hailing
From the airport, allow about twenty minutes to the hotel door.
The border
Switzerland is part of the Schengen area: just bring a valid ID card or passport.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotel on the French side is near Geneva Airport?
La Terrasse Fleurie in Divonne-les-Bains is 17 km from Geneva Airport, about twenty minutes by car. The 2-star hotel has 26 rooms from €60 a night and a restaurant open 7 days a week.
How long does it take to get from the hotel to Palexpo?
Allow about 20 minutes by car outside rush hour, and more during major fairs such as Watches and Wonders.
Is it cheaper to stay on the French side?
Generally yes: our rooms start at €60 a night depending on the season, while Geneva hotels charge considerably more, especially during trade fairs.
Do I cross a border to get to Geneva?
Yes, Divonne-les-Bains is in France, on the Swiss border. As Switzerland is in the Schengen area, a valid ID card or passport is all you need.
The hotel restaurant
Dinner downstairs, steps from your room
La Terrasse Fleurie restaurant serves home-made French food with local produce from the Pays de Gex and the Jura, 7 days a week, lunch and dinner, indoors or on the terrace under the plane trees. It is open to everyone, hotel guests or not.
The restaurant in Divonne-les-Bains
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