Manotel Edelweiss, GenevaManotel Edelweiss in Geneva, Switzerland has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 63 of 120 hotels we score in Geneva. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.4 before correction.Manotel Edelweiss is a 42-room, four-star, smoke-free hotel in central Geneva, roughly 200 yards from the lake and about half a mile from the UN district. Its rooms and public areas follow a Swiss chalet theme, with wood panelling, a fireplace in the lobby and a small library. Guests get a traditional Swiss restaurant that can be booked for private or business functions, a café, a snack bar, a 24-hour business centre, concierge help and room service. Children are welcome and pets are allowed. One point to note: free WiFi is limited to public areas, so in-room internet may cost extra.What stands out

Helpful, welcoming staff

Authentic chalet-style interiors

Comfortable, roomy bedrooms

Well-regarded buffet breakfast

Watch out for

Rooms considered fairly basic

Free WiFi only in public areas

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