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Hotel Continental

4.0 star property
Hotel in Lausanne with 24-hour business centre and 24-hour front desk

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Economy Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
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Hotel Continental in Lausanne Center combines upscale comfort with practical amenities. Travelers can find tranquility in the garden, recharge at the on-site spa, savor Italian specialties at Le Bella Vita restaurant, or meet colleagues at the bar after a day of exploring.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is Rp2.428.935
Rp2.770.246 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov

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Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Economy Single Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Economy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Economy Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Economy Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room With Lake View

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Single Room (Double Use)

  • Sleeps 2

Economy Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room With Lake View

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Single Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Double Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 3

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
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About the area

Map
Place de la Gare 2, Lausanne, 1001

What's nearby

  • Lausanne Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University Hospital of Lausanne - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Olympic Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Palais de Beaulieu - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ouchy Port - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Lausanne Station - 1 min walk
  • Ouchy-Olympique Station - 16 min walk
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪tibits - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café du Simplon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bella Vita - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Continental

Upscale hotel located in Lausanne Center
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Hotel Continental. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Le Bella Vita, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A water dispenser, tour/ticket information and a banquet hall
  • 7 meeting rooms, concierge services and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 115 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers
  • Electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CHF 45; reservation required

Restaurants on site

  • Le Bella Vita
  • Le Pain Quotidien

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (3,337 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 30 per pet, per night
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 6.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 25.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 20 per day (1640 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CHF 30 per pet, per night
  • Hosted evening meal: CHF 45

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Continental Lausanne
Continental Lausanne
Hotel Continental Hotel
Hotel Continental Lausanne
Hotel Continental Hotel Lausanne

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Continental pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 30 per pet, per night.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Continental?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Continental on 14 Nov 2025 start from Rp2.428.935, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Hotel Continental?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Continental?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Continental located?

Located in Lausanne Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Esplanade de Montbenon and Hôtel de Ville. Bureau d'Information au Public and Musée de Design et d’Arts Appliqués Contemporains are also within 15 minutes. Lausanne Station is only a 2-minute walk and Ouchy-Olympique Station is 16 minutes.

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Hotel Continental Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 452 out of 946 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 946 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 946 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 946 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 946 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
perfect place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the fact that it was right across from the main train station and within walking distance from the old town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Iwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great access to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a well positioned hotel for everything , Staff were so pleasant and helpful , Room was a decent size , Breakfast very good , Local transport on your doorstep, All in all I would definitely recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel with very serviceminded staff at the reception. Nice room with aircondition and perfect location close to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel especially near train station and free public transportation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

DONALD

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The main attraction of this hotel is that it is across the street from the station. My moderate sized single room was a little noisy from the heavy traffic on the very busy street. Not a bad pace for one or two nights. Desk clerk was very personable and helpful. 7/10.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yibei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The initial reason that we chose this hotel was because of the location, just opposite Lausanne main train station. We had a very pleasant three-night stay: Friendly staff; Our room is clean and spacious with a walk in closet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Hotel situated across the road from the station. Excellent room which had everything i needed. Staff were very helpful. Lovely breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Negatives: the room was tired and outdated, no AC just a noisy airfilter that only had one setting (on or off), and the location is very noisy (people & traffic). Positives: staff were friendly, room was clean and the bed & bedding was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

AKIHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The great hotel! The best location in front of the railway station. Perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice gym, excellent breakfast, and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie Mac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
safe. convenient, excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Saumil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Convenient stay near Lausanne station

Comfortable for a nights stay for those who want to be at a stones throw from the Lausanne station. Breakfast spread was good!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and super convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SyedZubair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay

Nice little room for a day or two stay. Close to the railway station and restaurants. Staff is very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia Calderon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closest possible hotel to the train station. Very convenient. The staff were great, they were able to answer every question I asked.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel across from the railway station

Nice hotel across from the railway station. Small room, but comfortable. Good bed and bathroom. Good breakfast and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location close to the train station. Clean and quiet with professional staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Right across from train station, literally a 30 second walk. Super convenient and very quiet despite the location! Free access to Active gym next door! Great stay overall and would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic central location near Metro

Great location! Good value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Nice location with value for money. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Best hotel near the train station for business

The most convenient hotel in Lausanne for business trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Lausanne stay

Stayed for three nights in July, Excellent hotel, brilliant location, opposite the main station and next door to the metro, staff always helpful, would definitely recommend, no bar but plenty near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024