Hotels in Geneva (Area), Switzerland
Geneva sits on the western tip of Lake Geneva, surrounded by the Alps, with mild summers around 79°F (26°C) and chilly winters down to 30°F (-1°C). The city is the global hub for diplomacy, housing the United Nations headquarters and the Red Cross, plus it's famous for luxury watch brands and Swiss chocolate. In summer, you can cruise Lake Geneva to see the 460-foot Jet d'Eau fountain or bike along the lake promenade, while winter opens up skiing just 45 minutes away in the Chamonix valley or the Jura Mountains.