Time Zone

GMT +1 hour
Daylight Savings Time is acknowledged from the last weekend in March to the last weekend in October.

Language

French is the official language in Geneva; however, because of the international nature of Geneva, English, German and Italian are all understood throughout the city.

Currency

The Swiss Franc is the predominant currency found in the following denominations: 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000. Euros are also accepted in most places. You can exchange currency at either a bank or private currency exchange. Exchange rates are subject to daily fluctuations and additional charges may apply.

Electrical Standard

Local voltage is 220 volts AC. Electrical plug adaptors can be provided by the hotel for all countries.

Shopping Hours

Monday to Friday (excluding Thursday: 8:30am to 6:45pm)
Thursday: Late opening to 8pm
Saturday: 8:30am to 5pm
Sunday: Closed

Medical Facilities

The Hôpital Cantonal is approximately 5 km away, 10 minutes by car. Permanence Medicale de Cornavin and Permanence Medicale de Chantepoulet are both about 0.5 Km from the hotel and take between 3 and 5 minutes to reach by car.

Banking

Two convenient banking facilities are situated close to the hotel.
UBS located at Rue du Rhône or Place de Cornavin.
Credit Suisse is located on Rue de Lausanne.

Tips on Tipping

Tipping is not usually necessary as service charges are included in the price. However, many people like to leave a tip, especially where service has been exceptional.