Hotel Kipling is a charming 3-star hotel located a little over 5 minutes walking from the Geneva train station. It was moderately priced making it an ideal choice as a base to experience Geneva during our short 2-night stay. And a short stay you will have as you can easily experience what Geneva has to offer in one full day. The rooms were nicely furnished with an old world charm, were air-conditioned, and beds comfortable for 2 friends to share. Desk staff were super friendly and helpful. The surrounding neighborhood has its "rougher" parts, especially with brothel occupied Rue de Berne *ahem*, though I never felt leery/ unsafe, more so intrigued, really ;). The easy walk to Geneva Lake and Paquis de Buvette was much convenient, on the other hand. It was a short stroll to reach Old Town as well. Perhaps my feedback would be that the AC and mini bar fridge could have been colder, but my American butt be so high maintenance, therefore they are minor gripes. Super helpful to have a link sent prior to our visit to acquire the free public transit pass for tourists. It allowed us to hop on one of the many trains leaving from the station at the airport to Geneva train station. read more