The French Country Inn Lake Geneva

3.0 star property
Lake Geneva beachfront hotel with restaurant

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside | Lake view
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Overlooking serene Lake Geneva, The French Country Inn offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and manager's reception. Fish from the dock or swim in the pool; stay connected with free in-room WiFi and enjoy helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Meeting room
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Deep soaking bathtub

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lakeside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
W4190 West End Road, Lake Geneva, WI, 53147

What's nearby

  • Lake Como - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Geneva Lake - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Riviera Beach - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lake Geneva Cruise Line - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Geneva National Golf Club - 10 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 45 min drive
  • General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 50 min drive
  • Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford) - 61 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 75 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 82 min drive
  • Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage) - 87 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 119 min drive
  • Harvard Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Geneva National Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Popeye's On Lake Geneva - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pier 290 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Oakfire - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Egg Harbor Cafe-Barrington - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The French Country Inn Lake Geneva

When visiting Lake Geneva, The French Country Inn Lake Geneva is a great choice to consider. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and kayaking, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25
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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free reception (select days)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Picnic area
  • Swimming pool
  • Dock
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

French Country Inn Lake Geneva
French Country Lake Geneva
French Inn
French Country Inn
The French Country Inn Lake Geneva
The French Geneva Geneva
The French Country Inn Lake Geneva Hotel
The French Country Inn Lake Geneva Lake Geneva
The French Country Inn Lake Geneva Hotel Lake Geneva

Frequently asked questions

Does The French Country Inn Lake Geneva offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The French Country Inn Lake Geneva does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The French Country Inn Lake Geneva?

Yes, there's a pool.

Are pets allowed at The French Country Inn Lake Geneva?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The French Country Inn Lake Geneva?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The French Country Inn Lake Geneva?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The French Country Inn Lake Geneva and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a private beach and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near The French Country Inn Lake Geneva?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does The French Country Inn Lake Geneva have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

Does The French Country Inn Lake Geneva have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around The French Country Inn Lake Geneva like?

The French Country Inn Lake Geneva is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Como.

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The French Country Inn Lake Geneva Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
View
Service staff
Restaurant
Location
Balcony
Breakfast
History
Food
Water

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and plentiful with a full menu available. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Quiet location on the lake
Ed, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quaint Quiet on the weekdays and saltwater pool!
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The views are great in this historic Inn. Layed back but still classy. Away from the crowds but great dining that adds some fun. Could use a few room convinces and amenities like a working coffee and micro.
Lobby
Dock
View from room balcony.
Dayna, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful place right on the lake , perfect sunset and Eric at front desk was very polite and pleasant. Would recommend the place for quite get away.
Suman, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very historical place, there are remodeling and doing a great job, very clean, everything you need right on the property. The manager Eric, is very nice and accommodating. The restaurant on site has very good food and the service is excellent to hidden gem
Debbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is the best place who like quite place.
Ravi, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

We were attending a wedding at Geneva National, so it was very convenient. But particularly for the whopping $650 we paid, it was VERY underwhelming. Pretty old, and the smoke alarm went off when using a hair straightener! Ceiling fan was very rickety, noisy all night but needed because it was quite hot. Pictures are a bit deceiving, this is not a luxury property.
Laurie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff was very nice and welcoming. The room as very nice and love the porch looking out to the lake. Looking forward to returning soon.
catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great service with excellent views

This is a cute on the lake Inn. We went for a girls weekend and had a blast. Dinner at the on-site supper club was outstanding.
1-night trip

6/10 Okay

This property is an old motel that they are remodeling into a cute, more modern lake spot. We got one of the old rooms that had not been remodeled. The air conditioner was extremely loud and would turn off and on. The balcony is a communal balcony that you share with all your neighbors (not ideal). And the water spits out at you due to the inconsistent water pressure. But the worst part was that we had small bugs on our room. We asked to be moved to another room which the staff resisted at first but finally moved us. Our second room was remodeled and much nicer and no bugs!! Overall, it was not even close to worth the $550 a night we paid.
Tyhler, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We love the views and our room was just recently remodeled and it was so nice. The beds were comfortable. Also the price was reasonable especially for the views we had during our stay.. Very quiet as well.
SANDRA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel

Amazing stay definitely stay there again on our next visit. Eric, the manager simply outstanding and Becky our server at the restaurant for both breakfast and dinner total professional and a super kind woman thank you Eric thank you Becky
Pascal, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice place!! Can’t wait to go back!!
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

A weekend to remember
Teshia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Grew up in the area place was perfect for visiting family
Thomas, 4-night trip

2/10 Terrible

If you’re booking a stay at the French Country Inn based on the photos, prepare yourself for a rude awakening—and perhaps a tetanus shot. What’s advertised as a “quaint lakeside retreat” is, in reality, a dilapidated property. The photos on the website are not just outdated—they’re borderline fraudulent. The rooms look nothing like the filtered, soft-lit marketing images. Instead, think stained carpeting, holes in walls, and bathrooms that feel like they haven’t seen a deep clean or renovation since the Reagan administration. The property itself is in desperate need of maintenance. Peeling paint and bird poop on the stairs, piles of dead bugs along the outside walls make the entire inn feel like it’s been abandoned and reinhabited by someone with no sense of hospitality. Bottom line: The French Country Inn is a textbook case of style over substance. We ended up switching accommodations and spending extra out of pocket because it was so gross.
Piles of dead bugs great you on your way to your room
Gross stained furniture
Piles of bird poop on your way to your room makes you question overall cleanliness
Holes in walls abound
Dennis, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

My husband and I only spent one night but we had a really nice visit the kindness and friendliness of all staff was refreshing!! Will definitely be back!
Verona, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful!

We enjoyed our stay so much that we have booked again for 2 weeks from now! Lovely views and fabulous service! Eric and his team go out of their way to make your stay special!
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Francisco, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Warning to anyone wanting to book this property on Expedia! We paid an average of $550/night, and Expedia only paid the hotel $319/night! It might not have hurt as badly if we had had a better experience. Everywhere you go, you see things in disrepair. Paint chipping on the outside railings, on the steps and on the furniture in the room. Worn-out rug in front of the main entrance. Both lampshades in our room had holes in them. The screen door barely closed and needed to be replaced. The air conditioner was extremely loud. The floor of the restaurant was filthy, and I had to ask for some napkins to clean off the spider webs next to our table on the balcony. Plus the service was poor.The Expedia listing said we got free breakfast. All we got was $10 vouchers for the first day which barely covered half of the cost of breakfast. We never got our room cleaned because apparently you have to put a sign out which we were not told about. We were later told this was because of the COVID pandemic which,BTW, officially ended more than two years ago! When I called at 3:30 asking to have the room serviced they said the maids left at 4:00, but still never sent anyone to clean the room. I will say the location is great and the view of Lake Como from the room was beautiful, but not worth it at any price. When I spoke to the manager after our stay, he was pleasant and very apologetic, but the best he could offer would be a free one-night stay. And WHY would we possibly want to go back??
Ellen, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The views from room's balcony to Lake Como were exceptional. Staff friendly and accommodating. The only downside was the extremely loud air conditioning unit at night. We would stay here again.
Jim, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Beautiful views on the lake. Very comfy bed!
Jody, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quaint Getaway

Very quaint! Excellent service. Eric was so friendly and helpful. Relaxing getaway.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The food is top notch.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

overall we had a good stay appreciate it 🙌
Christina, 1-night trip