Cointrin
Geneva
Popular places to visit
United Nations European Headquarters
Tour the headquarters of one of the world’s most important organisations. See the impressive chambers and artworks and monuments in the surrounding parklands.
Jet d'Eau Fountain
Visit this iconic Geneva attraction day or night to enjoy this spectacular fountain shooting water high in the air.
Rue du Rhône
During your visit to Geneva, you can do some window-shopping at Rue du Rhône. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
City Center Shopping Area
During your visit to Geneva, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at City Center Shopping Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Saint-Pierre Cathedral
Towering over Geneva’s old town is this 12th-century cathedral, known for its mixture of architectural styles and the Roman temple ruins that lie beneath it.
Geneva Arena
Geneva Arena is just one of the places to see in Le Grand-Saconnex, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Award-Winning Geneva Chocolate &Old Town Tour with Boat Ride (3h)
Chamonix Mont-Blanc Full Day Guided Tour
Zermatt, Matterhorn, Glacier Paradise by cable car from Geneva
Geneva Sightseeing Tour - Hop On Hop Off 24 hours
Top hotels in Cointrin
Nash Suites Airport Hotel
Excellent stay
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Nash Airport Hotel
All good
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Crowne Plaza Geneva by IHG
Great property extremely close to the airport and love the shuttle service,
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
ibis Geneve Aeroport
Hotel is touted at being an easy walk from the Airport but one still has to cross a busy multi-laned street. Shuttles not available late at night.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Geneva Airport by IHG
Good stay
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Geneva
This hotel provided a nice sized room with a very convenient location to the airport. It was also an easy walk to the free tram to get into the city center. The room was a bit worn, but it was spacious and well appointed. We had a nice meal at the on site restaurant.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cointrin
Petit-Saconnex / Servette
The lake views and restaurants are a few things visitors like about Petit-Saconnex / Servette. Check out Centre International de Conferences Geneve while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Vieusseux Tram Stop or Servette Tram Stop to get around town.
Petit-Saconnex
Restaurants, shopping, and lake views highlight some notable features of Petit-Saconnex. Make a stop by Centre International de Conferences Geneve or Broken Chair Sculpture while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Servette Tram Stop or Vieusseux Tram Stop to get around town.
Saint-Gervais / des Grottes
Enjoy the panoramic lake views in Saint-Gervais / des Grottes. Rousseau Island is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Lyon Tram Stop or Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of Geneva.
James-Fazy
If you're spending some time in James-Fazy, Notre Dame Basilica and Alpine Panorama Path are top sights worth seeing.
Cornavin
While you're in Cornavin, take in top sights like St. James Way and jump on the metro at Cornavin Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Pâquis-Temple
While there might not be top attractions in Pâquis-Temple, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mont Blanc Bridge and Paquis Baths.
