Our residences

Discover our three modern student residences offering a total of 924 beds: the Edgar and Danièle de Picciotto Residence (exclusively for Geneva Graduate Institute students), the Grand Morillon Residence, and the Barton Sequoia Houses. 

Designed for comfort and academic success, our residences offer high‑quality furniture and a choice between family appartment, private or shared accommodation to suit every student’s lifestyle.

Grand Morillon Student Residence

©Gérald Sciboz
©Gérald Sciboz
©Gérald Sciboz
  • Architect: Kengo Kuma
  • Built in 2021
  • 678 beds

 

Set in a quiet, green neighbourhood at the heart of International Geneva, the Grand Morillon Student Residence offers the perfect balance between calm and global energy. With excellent public transport connections and underground parking, it provides easy access to the UN, the ILO and the Maison de la Paix.

Its hillside location and stunning rooftop terraces offer breathtaking views of Lake Geneva and the surrounding mountains. Home to nearly 1,000 residents from universities worldwide and interns from international organisations, Grand Morillon combines diversity, community and comfort. Dedicated study rooms ensure a peaceful environment to focus, away from the city’s hustle.

Ideal if you are looking for an international campus-life, the Student Residence includes:

  • a grocery/coffee shop
  • meeting and study rooms
  • a game room
  • a fitness centre
  • multifunctional hall
  • rooftops, greenspaces
  • laundry facilities
  • underground parking
  • lockers/storage
  • security 24/7
  • reception
  • cleaning service

EDGAR AND DANIÈLE DE PICCIOTTO STUDENT RESIDENCE

  • Architect: Lacroix and Chessex
  • Built in 2012
  • 231 beds

 

The de Picciotto Student Residence offers comfortable and modern accommodation exclusively for students of the Geneva Graduate Institute. Located in a peaceful green setting next to the Maison de la paix and close to the United Nations district, the residence provides an ideal environment for both academic life and well-being while remaining extremely well connected. The residence is well served by tram and train, making the city center easily accessible, and is also within walking distance of Lake Geneva and many outdoor activities.

The residence features 231 beds and offers a variety of housing options designed to suit different needs, lifestyles, and budgets. Students can choose from family apartments, private studios, or shared apartments, with the option of private or shared bathrooms, allowing the residence to accommodate students in many different situations.

All apartments are fully furnished and fully equipped, allowing students to move in easily and focus on their studies and community life. Each apartment also includes a private balcony, offering a pleasant outdoor space.

  • one common room (tables and chairs, billiards table, microwave)
  • a fitness centre
  • laundry facilities

The Barton Sequoia Houses

Enjoy a private room with your own bathroom in one of our three exclusive cottages, each hosting only five rooms — just 15 rooms in total. This intimate setting offers a rare sense of privacy and tranquillity.

Located just a few meters from the lakeside, in the privileged Barton Park and next to the historic (classified) Villa of the Graduate Institute and the serene Sequoia Park, Pavilion Barton immerses you in a peaceful, timeless environment.

Each cottage includes a shared common space, creating the perfect balance between calm, nature and a small, friendly community at the doorstep of International Geneva.

What is included


Our residences provide occupants with a turnkey solution. The accommodations are equipped with all the necessary comforts and modern conveniences to provide the highest level of hospitality.

Each accommodation:

  • includes a study space, a sleeping area, a bathroom (except in some shared accommodation) and a kitchen (except in smaller accommodation equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, and sink)
  • is fully furnished (bed, desk, linen, kitchenware, etc)   

Rent includes utilities water, electricity, wifi, heating, bi-mensual cleaning, bed sheets and bicycle parking. It does not include car parking or storage locker.

Banner photo: ©Gérald Sciboz