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Hotel Continental

Property class: 4

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$266
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Explore the area

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Place de la Gare 2, Lausanne, 1001
  • Place, Hôtel de Ville
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lausanne Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Place of Riponne
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Classic Double Room, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(50 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with a vase of flowers, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a television.

Classic Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a chair, and a carpeted floor.

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a suitcase, and a laptop.

Superior Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Lausanne

Hotel Continental puts you in the heart of Lausanne, within just a 10-minute stroll of Esplanade de Montbenon and Hôtel de Ville. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a conference centre. .The restaurant, Le Bella Vita, serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Le Pain Quotidien is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with breakfast and brunch. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Lausanne Center hotel include MUDAC and Lausanne Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Hôtel de Ville - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lausanne Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • MUDAC - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Place of Riponne - 9 min walk - 0.8 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
  • ‪La Mamma Osteria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café de Grancy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café du Simplon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Continental - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Continental

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 7 meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Event space at this hotel measures 3337 square feet (310 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Continental.

This 4-star Lausanne hotel is smoke free.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 3337 sq ft of conference space
  • 310 sq. m of conference space
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Continental offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Lausanne hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

Things to do

  • Stereo

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 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 30 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Continental?

Hotel Continental offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Continental?

As of 8 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Continental on 13 Nov 2026 start from AU$266, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Continental?

The closest beach to Hotel Continental is Plage d'Amphion (15.2 km).

Does Hotel Continental serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is available weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Continental?

No, Hotel Continental does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Continental?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Continental?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Continental?

Furry friends are welcome at Hotel Continental, with food and water bowls on offer.

Hotel Continental Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older Hotel, great staff excellent breakfast ..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel a real brand familia staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ver clean, staff was very polite
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s close proximity to both the Metro and the railway station in Lausanne made this a great base for our visit to Lausanne area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay at the hotel. The people were extremely friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, no frills renovated room, with a peek view of the mountains and lake behind the station. Room was clean and super convenient location steps from the railway station and the rental car agency. Very friendly front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really super clean linens and really helpful staff. The room was quite dated, though clean. Location, across for Lausanne Gare and next to Metro is very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent ! Super helpful staff! Clean and safe! Convenient location! Cool and comfortable with real AC!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast far to expensive. Reception Crew very professional and nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Limited amenities but a very nice clean and well maintained room. Had a few questions in advance of my stay which staff answered promptly. Within a few hundred feet of the train station making it very convenient. Also lots of restaurants and shopping beginning just outside the front door.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel right across from train station. So location was great if you’re traveling by train. Nice walk to the lake. Town was interesting to walk around and see all the old buildings.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was a must, room was clean, shower great but room a little small. But, Given it is right next to the station, I would definitely use again next time I am at the Montreux Jazz Festival.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Next to the train station and metro station so it’s very convenient to go everywhere. Very clean room. Comfortable bed. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located right across from the train station, this hotel was quiet and well situated for anything Lausanne. The accommodations are simple but it gets the job done. The staff is quite helpful. We have stayed in several places here and this one works out just great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning, clean rooms, attentive and conscientious staff, easy access to the railroad and the Metro. What can you ask for
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WAS ALRIGHT
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Conveniently located across from the train station, this hotel was a bit frayed around the edges. Rooms were very small and spartan. The area around hotel a bit sketchy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, surprisingly quiet for being so near the train station. Nice place to stay for a visit. Metro is just around the corner.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, great staff, very close to station
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025