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5.0 of 5
47 Quai Wilson, Geneva 1211, Switzerland (Wilson)
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 29, 2012
msav1975 Bristol, United Kingdom
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Bristol, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Lake view”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 29, 2012 via mobile

A wonderful hotel with excellent staff, very well presented rooms, view of the lake what more can you need.

Stayed only for 1 night on business, apart from sleeping there I had about an hour in my room which was a shame and did not get to use any of the facilities, however Paula on reception was very welcoming and ensued check in was quick and painless while still explaining everything the hotel had to offer.

The room was fairly large by Geneva standards with a superbly comfortable bed and luxury bedding, good bathroom and the expected extras for a five star hotel.

Look forward to staying again and experiencing everything it has to offer.

Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
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DOSMPW, Guest Relations Manager at Hotel President Wilson, responded to this review
December 6, 2012
Dear Msav1975,
Thank you for sharing your valuable experience through Tripadvisor regarding your previous stay at the Hotel President Wilson Geneva.

We are very delighted to learn that you appreciated the authentic hospitality offered by our staff, as we always expect to make our guests a memorable stay with us.

We are also happy to know that you found your room spacious as well as up to your expectation. The hotel has been entirely renovated in order to meet the expectation of our luxury traveler.

We are looking forward to welcoming you back very soon in our property to explore the gastronomic delight of our new chef – Michel Roth - at the Bayview restaurant.
Should you wish to be updated on the recent news and happenings, we invite you to follow us on Twitter or like our Facebook page.

In the meantime, I remain,

Sincerely,

F. Newhart
Director of Guest Relations
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Cincinnati
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39 reviews 39 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“All around good stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 27, 2012

The location is very nice. A short walk to the train station (10-12 minutes) or a nice walk along the park area along Lac Léman. Maybe 15-20 minutes walk to the Old Town area.

Check in was quick and efficient. The room was lovely and CLEAN! The bathroom was exceptionally nice, and the personal toiletries (shampoo, etc) were awesome.

The hotel included bus/transportation passes for the duration of our stay. The 1 bus line runs right past the door, so very easy to pick up for a ride to the train station or connections elsewhere. Some boats are included also, but the weather was chilly enough we didn't want to be out on the lake.

The breakfast buffet area was superb. The selection was enormous and service was very quick. The bar area (Glow) is beautifully decorated, and we had "dinner" (lighter selections) there on our last evening in town. We did not have dinner in the main restaurant (Bayview).

We we placed at this hotel for business, but if the price fits your budget, we would recommend this hotel for a stay in Geneva!

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DOSMPW, Guest Relations Manager at Hotel President Wilson, responded to this review
December 6, 2012
Dear Donhuns,

Thank you for sharing your thoughts through Tripadvisor regarding your previous stay at the Hotel President Wilson Geneva.

We are extremely happy to read that you enjoyed the perfect location of our property right on the Lakeshore.

Also we are very delighted to learn that you were satisfied with our efficient service, in-room facilities and the decoration of restaurants.

We sincerely hope that you will discover the gastronomic cuisine by Michel Roth during your next visit to Geneva.

We are looking forward to welcoming you back at the Hotel President Wilson either for a business or a leisure stay.

Sincerely,

F. Newhart
Director of Guest Relations
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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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“Fantastic place and service”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 20, 2012

I was there for my anniversary. Everything was WONDERFUL. The room was so confortable and all the details make my night. I need to remark especially Ms Virginie (Guest Relations) , Ms Paula ( Front Desk) and Ms Stephanie, they re so attentive and effective in all my requests. Thank you so much for your very profesional service. I m sure that I will come back!

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DOSMPW, Guest Relations Manager at Hotel President Wilson, responded to this review
November 23, 2012
Dear MaxiN1,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience on Tripadvisor.

We are very delighted to read that you chose our hotel for your anniversary and appreciated our professional service that you mentioned above.

We are looking forward to welcoming you back at the Hotel President Wilson very soon to experience the gastronomic cuisine of our new chef – Michel Roth at the Bayview Restaurant.

Should you wish to be updated on the latest news and happenings, you can like our Face book page or follow us on Twitter.

In the meantime, I remain,

Sincerely,

F. Newhart
Director of Guest Relations
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Jersey,CI,UK
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57 reviews 57 reviews
25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
151 helpful votes 151 helpful votes
“First class experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2012 via mobile

I have stayed in many hotels in Geneva and this is certainly my favourite. The check-in was smooth and efficient. Rooms are spacious, well appointed and of a very high standard. The air conditioning was effective, although it was slightly noisy. Breakfast was excellent too. This is a highly rated business hotel and one to which I'll return.

Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
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DOSMPW, Guest Relations Manager at Hotel President Wilson, responded to this review
November 19, 2012
Dear UK-Stu

Thank you for sharing your feedback through Tripadvisor regarding your recent stay at the Hotel President Wilson Geneva.

We are very much delighted to learn that our property is your favorite hotel in Geneva and receive your appreciation to our service and room, as we always aim to achieve customer’s satisfaction.

As for the air-conditioner noise, your comment has been duly noted.
We hope to welcome you back in our property very soon to experience the gastronomic cuisine of our new chef - Michel Roth - at the Bayview restaurant.

Should you wish to be updated on the latest news and happenings, please follow us on Twitter or like our Facebook page.

In the meantime, I remain,
Sincerely,

F. Newhart
Director of Guest Relations
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Moscow
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Very Nice Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 13, 2012

Stayed in November with my girlfriend. Overall impression from the hotel was good.

Location is far from perfect since you have to walk a pretty long distance (15min) to get to the city center, but for that you get a beautiful view over the lake for a price somewhat lower than of the competitors which are located more conveniently (Kempinsky and other).

We stayed for 3 nights and then for 4 nights and both times we were upgraded to a lake-view room free of charge - very nice indeed! Room was of a high quality, beds were very comfy (not too soft), air-conditioning was user-friendly and worked very well.

In one room (531) TV was not working at all and in another (431) iphone/ipad charger was not working as well. That was not a concern for us and we have not even asked to fix that before leaving. Cleaning was good, bath was good, may be slight renovation is required. Rooms are not completely sound proof - you can hear what is going on in the corridor or if someone is making love in the next room =) Breakfast was OK.

With all this drawbacks I still recommend the hotel and put 5* rating to it due to room upgrades, very welcoming staff and its readiness to help with everything we needed. For example we requested an extra blanket to our king-size bed and that was done without any delays.

I think for price/value that is a great place to stay, really 5* but not as expensive as other 5* hotels in Geneva.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DOSMPW, Guest Relations Manager at Hotel President Wilson, responded to this review
November 16, 2012
Dear Andrey LL,

Thank you for the time spent on writing this positive feedback via Tripadvisor regarding your recent stay at the Hotel President Wilson.

Even though our location is slightly away from the city centre, you can enjoy the breathtaking view over the Leman Lake and the Swiss Alps that most of our competitors do not have. To make our guest convenient to visit around Geneva, a free- transportation card is offered during check-in.

We are very pleased to receive your appreciation for room upgrade and in-room facilitates. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience that you encountered in your room. Our technical department always remains at your disposal for any problems at 24 hours to deal with such problem.

Should you wish to receive any news and happenings, please follow us in Twitter and like our facebook page.

We hope to welcome you back very soon at the Hotel President Wilson Geneva and experience a culinary creation prepared by our new chef Michel Roth at the Bayview restaurant.

In the meantime, I remain,

Sincerely,

F. Newhart
Director of Guest Relations
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Also Known As:
President Wilson Hotel
President Wilson Geneva
Address: 47 Quai Wilson, Geneva 1211, Switzerland
Region: Switzerland > Geneva > Wilson
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 Business Hotels in Geneva
#7 Family Hotels in Geneva
#9 Luxury Hotels in Geneva
Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Discover the new design of the President Wilson 5* Hotel! Public areas, restaurants, bars, rooms and suites have been entirely renovated in 2008/2009. Ideally situated in an exceptionally beautiful setting, this luxurious Geneva palace is a perfect example of the art of creating elegance in a refined style and a contemporary atmosphere. During summer time, enjoy the exclusive Pool Terrace with stunning view over Lake Geneva and the Alps! ... more   less 
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