Lausanne · Switzerland
Where to Stay in Cité, Lausanne
The historic old town on the hill above the station, with the cathedral at its heart. Narrow streets, cafés, and university buildings.
✦ The vibe
Historic, quiet, academic. Steep streets and steps charecterise the area.
👤 Best for
Culture lovers, history buffs, students, and those who don't mind hills.
🏨 Where to stay
Mostly small hotels, guesthouses, and B&Bs. Prices vary but are generally mid-range. Few large chains here.
🚇 Getting around
Walkable but steep. The metro m2 has a stop (Bessières) that gives access via escalators. The station is a 10-15 minute walk downhill. Airport: train from main station after walking or taking the metro.
📍 Nearby
Lausanne Cathedral (Notre-Dame), Palais de Rumine
Best hotels in Cité
24 hotels ranked by how close they are to Cité
Hôtel du Marché
196 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel des Voyageurs
237 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →ibis Styles Lausanne Center MadHouse
321 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Ibis Lausanne Centre
338 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Moxy Lausanne City
360 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Lausanne Palace
414 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Alpha-Palmiers
502 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Elite
565 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Continental
627 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel Victoria
632 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Swiss Wine Hotel & Bar
637 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel de la Paix
702 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Vision Appartments
723 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind
756 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Base Hotel
814 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel AlaGare
819 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Best Western Hotel Mirabeau
849 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel de l'Ours
880 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Tulip Inn
882 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Agora Swiss Night
884 m from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel des Patients
1.1 km from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Carlton
1.2 km from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel Royal Savoy
1.3 km from Cité
View intelligence briefing →Hôtel Bellerive
1.4 km from Cité
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