Hôtel Crystal
Chaucrau 5, Lausanne Center, 1003 Lausanne, Switzerland – Excellent location – show map – Subway Access
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 766 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Our only wish was that we had taken the breakfast on the roof rather than down the street!
United States of AmericaLots of character in this hotel- we loved it! Clean, friendly staff, great lounge area with tea and coffee, lovely continental breakfast. Rooms are simple, no frills, but all we needed for a family of four. Great views of the cathedral, perfect location.
United States of AmericaHôtel is in the center of the city! Everything is really close. + An amazing terrasse on the top floor! Owner of the hotel is a really nice person! Thank you so much for hosting me!
SwitzerlandCheck in was very smooth with helpful staff. The room was perfect with everything we needed and no more. The balcony and views were spectacular. So close to restaurants and shops. Would be my choice on future visits.
United KingdomGreat location, good value. Perfect family place to stay. Small bar and asian food just at bottom of the stairs of the hotel. You are straight in the city center. Amazing view from the 5th floor during the breakfast, breathtaking (view on the city + a bit of the lake)
SwitzerlandStaff so friendly , the location was perfect near to everything
United Arab EmiratesGood value. The hotel was easy to find, close to the metro and bus lines we needed and right in the center of town. Rooms were clean and warm and the bed large and comfortable. Shower was always warm and easy to regulate. There was a mini fridge in the room. The rest of the room was functional but not luxe. The decor was as described in the listing.
United States of Americathe hotel staff was very nice and kind. I lost my passport at a shop and it was kindly taken to a lost and found at a police station on Sunday when everything is closed in Switzerland and that made everything difficult for a foreigner figuring out to contact with authorities. This wasn’t their main job but the hotel staff who help me out with this made my first Swiss trip a good memory not a disaster. the hotel was very comfortable and felt safe staying here.
JapanGreat location. Lovely terrace with tea and coffee.
IrelandNice hotel, great location, friendly staff. My room had a balcony with beautiful city view. I arrived very late, the reception was already closed, but I could immediately get in and take my room without any trouble.
Hungary
- What guests loved the most:
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Randall
United States of America
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Karen
United States of America
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Anna
Switzerland
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Alan
United Kingdom
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Alexandre
Switzerland
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Azza
United Arab Emirates
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Gerard
United States of America
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Tomomi
Japan
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Mary
Ireland
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Andrea
Hungary
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Stay in the heart of Lausanne
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Located in the heart of Lausanne, surrounded by shopping, cafés, restaurants, and cultural attractions, Hotel Crystal is THE place to experience everything this beautiful and historic city has to offer.
This three-star, independent hotel features 41 rooms with a capacity of 1 to 6 people, each equipped with a flat screen TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms also have a small sitting area, and several have private balconies. All rooms are being renovated, and each one will feature a unique Pop Art design theme that’s sure to add some fun to your stay!
While the Crystal’s updated room designs are all about fun, the proprietor remains dedicated to maintaining the traditional values of quality and service that his family has insisted on from the beginning.
You will be served a traditional Swiss breakfast buffet on the hotel’s highest floor, where you’ll be enchanted by a breathtaking view of Lausanne’s medieval Cathedral and Old Town, Lac Léman, and the French Alps beyond. There is no better view in all of Lausanne!
The Crystal offers complimentary high-speed WiFi to all guests, as well as all-day access to
coffee and tea on the highest floor.
You’ll find many places to shop and eat within a short walk of the hotel, and if you want to venture further, the nearest Metro station is a mere 2-minute walk from the hotel. There you’ll find easy access to the M1 and M2 lines, which will quickly take you to the university, Old Town, the lake just about anywhere in Lausanne you want to go in just a few minutes!
Come stay in the heart of Lausanne and enjoy the comfort, convenience, value, and fun Hotel Crystal has to offer!
This is our guests' favorite part of Lausanne, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
See what guests loved the most:
- RRandall
United States of America“Our only wish was that we had taken the breakfast on the roof rather than down the street!” 
KarenUnited States of America“Lots of character in this hotel- we loved it! Clean, friendly staff, great lounge area with tea and coffee, lovely continental breakfast. Rooms are simple, no frills, but all we needed for a family of four. Great views of the cathedral, perfect...”
Anna
Switzerland“Hôtel is in the center of the city! Everything is really close. + An amazing terrasse on the top floor! Owner of the hotel is a really nice person! Thank you so much for hosting me!”- Alan
United Kingdom“Check in was very smooth with helpful staff. The room was perfect with everything we needed and no more. The balcony and views were spectacular. So close to restaurants and shops. Would be my choice on future visits.” 
AlexandreSwitzerland“Great location, good value. Perfect family place to stay. Small bar and asian food just at bottom of the stairs of the hotel. You are straight in the city center. Amazing view from the 5th floor during the breakfast, breathtaking (view on the...”- Azza
United Arab Emirates“Staff so friendly , the location was perfect near to everything” 
GerardUnited States of America“Good value. The hotel was easy to find, close to the metro and bus lines we needed and right in the center of town. Rooms were clean and warm and the bed large and comfortable. Shower was always warm and easy to regulate. There was a mini fridge...”
Tomomi
Japan“the hotel staff was very nice and kind. I lost my passport at a shop and it was kindly taken to a lost and found at a police station on Sunday when everything is closed in Switzerland and that made everything difficult for a foreigner figuring...”
Mary
Ireland“Great location. Lovely terrace with tea and coffee.”- Andrea
Hungary“Nice hotel, great location, friendly staff. My room had a balcony with beautiful city view. I arrived very late, the reception was already closed, but I could immediately get in and take my room without any trouble.”
- Hello. May I get a Lausanne transport card if I stay with you Mar 17-22?Yes, indeed. The City Tax (CHF 3.10 per day/person) allows you to use the Lausanne Transport Card to travel all round the City. At check-in time you ..Answered on 25 February 2020
- Hi! Can 2 adults & 2 kids(3 & 6 years old) book a double room? 2 kids will sleep with us and we will pay their VAT & City tax at hotel?Hi! no it's not possible ...you've to book a room for 4. Best regards.Answered on 30 August 2022
- Is breakfast buffet available? If so what is the price per person?Hello! Breakfast buffet is available between 8 to 10 a.m. and is chf 15.00 per person.Answered on 10 January 2021
- Do you provide electric kettle and transport cards for travel within Lausanne? We are 2A+1K looking to book for 3 nights.Hello, Yes we have an electric kettle and a coffee machine, you can always have tea or coffee for free in our hôtel. You can also have the transport c..Answered on 28 May 2022
- Hi, do you provide parking or is there parking nearby?Yes, we do. Fo rCHF 20.00 per day. We also have an arrangement with the public parking "La Riponne" at 100m away from the hotel, for the same rate.Answered on 24 May 2022
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- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Refrigerator
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Hiking
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- Coffee house on site
- Bar
- Parking garage
- Accessible parking
- Public transit tickets
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- SafeAdditional charge
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Portuguese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 9 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Hôtel Crystal accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Hôtel Crystal in advance. Contact details are stated in the booking confirmation.
Please note that in the case of late arrival it is not possible to use parking at the hotel. You can use Parking de la Riponne nearby.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Hôtel Crystal of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Hôtel Crystal
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Room options at Hôtel Crystal include:
- Single
- Twin
- Triple
- Quad
- Double
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Hôtel Crystal offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Bicycle rental
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Guests staying at Hôtel Crystal can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
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Check-in at Hôtel Crystal is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Hôtel Crystal is 1,150 feet from the center of Lausanne.
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Yes, Hôtel Crystal is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at Hôtel Crystal may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
