Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lake Geneva travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake Geneva

With a population of 7,651, Lake Geneva is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lake Geneva to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Lake Geneva

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sopra Bistro (724 W Main St) and Hunt Club Steakhouse (555 Hunt Club Ct) are great picks.

When to visit Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva in March
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Geneva in March
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake Geneva in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Lake Geneva, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Lake Geneva

Plane

Although Lake Geneva doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 37 miles from Lake Geneva. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Geneva departs from Orlando and takes around 3h.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 64 miles from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

Although Lake Geneva doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 37 miles from Lake Geneva. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Geneva departs from Orlando and takes around 3h.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 64 miles from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Lake Geneva

Airlines serving Lake Geneva

Lufthansa
Good (8,159 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,544 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,127 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,447 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,479 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,628 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,024 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,747 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,632 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,371 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,020 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,695 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,520 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,770 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,477 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,963 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,678 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake Geneva

Average rates range from around $270 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $439 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mill Creek Hotel and Chateau Royale Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Lake Geneva, with prices from $85 to $1,220 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Lake Geneva are about 67% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Lake Geneva by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Geneva

Most booked hotels in Lake Geneva

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1341 reviews)
$126+
Timber Ridge Lodge And Waterpark
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 961 reviews)
$184+
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 517 reviews)
$242+
The Cove Of Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1656 reviews)
$142+
Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 915 reviews)
$102+
Geneva Wells Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 476 reviews)
$84+

Renting a car in Lake Geneva

Renting a car in Lake Geneva costs $62 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Lake Geneva.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83.

Renting a car in Lake Geneva costs $62 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Lake Geneva.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83.