University Hospital of Lausanne - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Olympic Museum - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Ouchy Port - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 39 min drive
Renens Station - 7 min drive
Lausanne Station - 10 min walk
Cossonay-Penthalaz Station - 14 min drive
Ouchy-Olympique Station - 26 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
McDonald's - 1 min walk
Inglewood - 1 min walk
La Pinte Besson - 2 min walk
Brasserie-Restaurant Le Vaudois - 2 min walk
Bruxelles Café - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Crystal
Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at Hotel Crystal. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails.
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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 16
Children
Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (CHF 20.00 per day)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Shopping
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Built in 1960
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Picnic area
Library
Television in common areas
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Accessibility
Elevator
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
82-cm flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 5.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 15 for adults and CHF 15 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CHF 56.0 per stay
Parking
Self parking costs CHF 20.00 per day
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Crystal Lausanne
Hotel Crystal Lausanne
Hotel Crystal Hotel
Hotel Crystal Lausanne
Hotel Crystal Hotel Lausanne
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Crystal offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Crystal 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.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Crystal?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Crystal?
Yes. Self parking costs CHF 20.00 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Crystal?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Crystal?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Crystal?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Evian Casino (8.6 mi) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Crystal and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and sailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Hotel Crystal also has a picnic area.
What's the area around Hotel Crystal like?
Hotel Crystal is in Lausanne Center, a short 5-minute walk from Lausanne Cathedral and 12 minutes' walk from Palais de Beaulieu.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Oct 3, 2024
abdelkader
abdelkader, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
Our small family of three stayed here for one night. The staff was incredibly kind and helpful, and let my husband and son hang out after check out while I searched for cough medicine.
Location is terrific if you like cities! We had a wonderful dinner at a nearby Eritrean restaurant and walked to L’Hermitage museum the next day. It’s not a luxurious space but that’s not the charm. We loved it and would stay there again.
Adrienne
Adrienne, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
Great location! Close to the old town. Comfortable beds. They even brought up extra pillows when requested.
Joanna
Joanna, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 16, 2024
Very, very small room and bathroom with outdated style bed.
No airconditoner.
When you open the window for some air during summer, you hear loud people down below singing and talking until 3 am from a Cafe/ restaurant across.
Then by 9 am was the loud ringing of the church bell every 15 minutes for few hours.
Parking is about 3-4 blocks away if you have a car.
Hotel lobby is very tiny.
Location is just few steps from McDonald’s.
Imelda
Imelda, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
Loved the balcony view as we got our room on the 5th floor. Amenities and staff were great. Hotel was pretty cool and location to transportation was perfect. Would recommend!
Jhonathan
Jhonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2024
Good location in student quarter. Nice and helpful staff
Marie-Anne
Marie-Anne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2024
nice place
walking distance from the metro station, which is great as it was raining all the week. the coffee salon is open all day which is great if you don't feel like working from your room.
Robert
Robert, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
May 1, 2023
JINWON
JINWON, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Apr 26, 2023
Central location was good. Car parking available means there is à public car park nearby.
Taking a shower was an experience, one of those shower curtains that attacks you as soon as you get in. Water everywhere that I had to soak up with towels.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 21, 2022
MANDY KADER
MANDY KADER, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 10, 2022
There is better hotels in town.
It’s nice located hotel with interior 1980’s look. I was on fifth floor, need to wait for hot water at least 5 minutes. First day I didn’t know so came out without shower. It’s not for what I have paid.
Nilesh
Nilesh, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2021
Super hotel pour un court séjour !
Excellent séjour dans un hotel au centre-ville. Chambre propre, salle de petit-dejeuner charmante avec magnifique vue sur Lausanne. Une deuxième fois avec plaisir !
Blythe
Blythe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 23, 2021
Good
It was a good stay. It matched what we were paid for. Nothing spectacular but sufficient for us. The staff was nice.
Carly
Carly, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
May 28, 2021
Great terrace, but heat problem in room.
Great location. Very limited check in times was an issue. The big problem was that the heat radiator in the bathroom was on full heat, with no way to shut it off and no front desk help at all. It made the stay very uncomfortable even with the window open.
Steve
Steve, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2020
Clean and friendly place, located near the Cathedral. Access is on a pedestrian street which makes car access a little cumbersome. Parking is off site but easy access.
Eric
Eric, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 18, 2020
Good quality-price ratio
Surprisingly good breakfast, price quality ratio to swizerland is good. Nearby parking cost 20chf and the location is great
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2019
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2019
Teresa
Teresa, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2019
Central, Amazing top floor view of Lausanne
We stayed here in an amazing room on the top floor with a huge balcony overlooking the city facing towards the lake! Beautiful view, spacious room (although they also have smaller rooms), good parking offered just around the corner, great and friendly service. Location is also great. Would stay here again
Sophia
Sophia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 4, 2019
paul
paul, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 6, 2019
MariaElena
MariaElena, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 31, 2019
Emilou
Emilou, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 29, 2019
Central Hotel in Lausanne
ecent hotel in the heart of old Lausanne. Room was cramped for 3 people. Everything worked as it was supposed to work. Breakfast was decent. Rooftop Terrace where breakfast is served with excellent views.
Howard
Howard, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 25, 2019
My journey in Lausanne
The waitress for the breakfast was so kind anc amazing. The shower om my room was so inconvenient no nice to kake a shower and the curtain inconvenient