Hotel Continental

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

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Interior detail
Exterior
Lobby
Double Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

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

Economy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Minibar
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Minibar
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

Superior Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
  • 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

Classic Double Room With Balcony And Lake View

  • Sleeps 3

Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

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 Bureau d'Information au Public and Musée de Design et d’Arts Appliqués Contemporains.

What's nearby

  • Hôtel de Ville - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lausanne Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Place of Riponne - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Olympic Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café du Simplon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Continental - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Continental

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

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
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

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.

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

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 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Continental on 21 Dec 2025 start from NZ$244.52, 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.

Reviews

Hotel Continental Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 467 out of 973 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 973 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 973 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 973 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 973 reviews

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kazayet

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Fuk Hong

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nous le recommandons chaudement
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was extremely nice and accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Business traveller
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

Afshin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was good. The breakfast area was a bit hot at times.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is definitely dated, but what it lacks in modern style it makes up for in location and staff. You honestly couldn’t ask for better convenience—it’s literally a 30-second walk to both the train and metro stations, which made getting around incredibly easy. The staff were warm, professional, and helpful throughout our stay, which made a big difference. Our room and bathroom were surprisingly spacious, and while the balcony didn’t have a view or any chairs, it was private, a good spot for fresh air, and useful for drying hand-washed clothes. The room also had a fridge and coffee machine, which were very handy. One thing to note: the hotel does have a very strong fragrance throughout. As someone sensitive to scents, I was a little concerned at first, but it didn’t end up bothering me. Still, it’s worth mentioning—it seems to be the same scent as their soaps, and while others may enjoy it, I personally wasn’t a fan. The lobby also has a really yummy café, which we enjoyed. We didn’t try the buffet, so I can’t comment on that. Overall, if you value location and helpful staff over modern décor, this hotel is a solid choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vannessa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is right next to the railway station and the staff were so friendly and helpful. We registered on the hotel app choosing to be environmentally friendly and agree to not having the room cleaned for the 3 days we were there and that gave us a refund on 10 CHF. We were surrounded by great restaurants and were able to walk to all the attractions However the metro was right outside if we needed it lovely room and comfy beds. We were given a Swiss pass which gave us free travel on trains and buses. Excellent service, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jivraj

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and efficient from desk staff. Comfortable bed and quiet surroundings. Close to train and city transport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine, South Hadley

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trong Luu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in staff, along with the lovely waiting staff at breakfast nadevsuch a difference and they should be rewarded
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Really close to the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Iwan

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

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel close to Lausanne railway station
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Travelled with family
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