🇨🇭 Nyon, Switzerland
Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle
📍 Nyon
Your stay — Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle
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The Property — Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle
Standing in the lobby of the Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle feels like stepping into a carefully kept private house from the 1500s, all exposed stone, dark beams and heavy wooden furniture. It’s Nyon’s oldest hotel, right on the pedestrianised Grand-Rue, and the three stars mean honest comfort rather than frills: clean rooms, decent breakfast, and a small terrace that catches the lake breeze. Best for a couple or solo traveller who values location and character over gyms or business centres.
Chronicles of Nyon
Nyon began as the Roman colony Colonia Iulia Equestris, founded around 45 BC, and its Basilica ruins remain a centrepiece of the old town. The medieval castle was built in the 12th century by the lords of Prangins and now houses the historical museum and the cantonal porcelain collection. After Savoyard and Bernese rule, the town became part of the Canton of Vaud in 1803. Today it’s a commuter town for Geneva and Lausanne, but keeps a distinct lakeside identity with a lively Saturday market and the annual Paléo Festival just up the road in Nyon’s fields.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nyon guide →Best months
June, July, September – warm days for lake swimming and terrace sitting, but July can get busy with Paléo Festival (end of July). June and September combine good weather with much lower hotel rates.
Peak / festival surge
July is the clear peak, driven by the Paléo Music Festival (late July, c. 230,000 visitors) and school holidays across Europe. Hotel prices in Nyon can double from a typical CHF 130/night to CHF 250+ during the festival week.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer the best budget shoulder: temperatures 15–23°C, fewer crowds, and room rates typically 20–30% below July peak. October is also fine but rain risk increases.
Weather & packing
Nyon sits on Lake Geneva’s northern shore, so a sudden afternoon breeze off the water can drop the temperature by 5–7°C even on a sunny July day. Pack a light windproof jacket or cardigan for evenings and a swimsuit for the lake plage.
Live City Briefing — Nyon
- The Nyon train station is in the middle of a modernisation project expected to run until late 2026 – platform 1 can be blocked on weekends, so check SBB app for track changes.
- A new pedestrian zone on Rue de Rive was extended in May 2026, making it easier to walk from the hotel to the lakefront without crossing traffic.
- The Paléo Festival (21–26 July 2026) will close the motorway exit at Nyon on several evenings – book airport transfers via train (direct from Geneva Airport, 15 minutes) rather than car.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room facing the garden or rear courtyard, away from the street. For a quieter stay, choose a room on the first or second floor, as the lift is small but functional and those floors are easiest to reach without noise from the lobby or stairwell.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, which will be closest to the street if the address is on a main road in Nyon, and to any lobby or breakfast room traffic. Also avoid rooms directly above or beside the lift shaft, which can rattle.
Best views
The address 'Nyon' suggests the hotel is in the town centre. If it's on a main street, rooms facing the rear offer views of the old town roofs or the Alps on a clear day. Upper-floor rooms on the street side may see Lake Geneva if the hotel is on a north-south axis, but this isn't guaranteed.
Quietest floors
First and second floors are the quietest, being above street-level commotion but below any roof-level plant rooms or attic conversions (if they exist).
🔊 Noise notes
Nyon's central streets carry foot and light traffic from bars, cafés, and pedestrian zones until late evening. The lift in a 3-star might be ageing and clunky, so audible every time it moves. If there's a bar or restaurant on-site, that will add sound until closing.
Insider tips
Parking in central Nyon is tight: ask if they have reserved spaces or a nearby garage. Check in early to secure a top-floor rear room – those go first to quiet-seekers.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 15 Mbps download. No login required, but connection drops on the top floor of the annex.
A small lift serves the main building's three floors; the rear annex has no lift and is stairs-only.
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader (login code at reception). No physical papers delivered.
Standard check-in from 15:00 to 21:00; early bag-drop available from 12:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs CHF 30; after 12:00, half the nightly rate.
Complimentary luggage storage at reception for same-day arrivals and departures.
One step up at the front entrance; no ramp or automatic door. Lift is narrow and may not fit a standard wheelchair. No adapted rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parking de la Gare, 100m away, CHF 12 per night (24h). No EV charging at the hotel; nearest charger is at Nyon train station (200m).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 3.50 per person per night, mandatory
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required if booking a non-cancellable rate; otherwise no advance deposit. A CHF 100 hold is placed on your card at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Temple de Nyon (156 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Église Catholique de Nyon (255 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Église évangélique La Fraternelle (332 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Église Néo-Apostolique de Nyon (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
La Combe — 363 m · ~5 min walk
Jardin de la Duche — 272 m · ~3 min walk
Musée Romain — 187 m · ~2 min walk
L'Elastique Citrique — 465 m · ~6 min walk
Centre-ville — 179 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BCV — 166 m · ~2 min walk
Sun Store — 89 m · ~1 min walk
Viale D'Italia — 56 m · ~1 min walk
Nyon — 424 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport or train station tourist bureaux due to poor rates and fees.
Debit/credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) and contactless payments (Twint, Apple Pay, Google Pay) are widely accepted; carry some cash for small village shops or markets.
Tipping is not expected in Switzerland; rounding up the bill or leaving small change (5-10% in upscale restaurants) is appreciated but not required.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black filter coffee at a café or bakery kiosk: around CHF 4.
Bakery sandwich or salad bar lunch: around CHF 10-15.
Pizza or pasta main course in a casual eatery: around CHF 18-25.
Nyon's lakeside promenade on market days (Wed/Sat) has food stalls; otherwise, limited street food—head to the train station area for kebab or pizza slices.
Migros and Coop are the main budget supermarkets in Nyon.
For affordable chain shopping, go to the town centre's H&M, C&A, or Manor; the weekly market on Wed/Sat has second-hand clothes occasionally.
Cheapest way is walking or cycling; for longer trips, buy a one-day Nyon zone bus pass for about CHF 5.50. From Geneva Airport, take the direct train (S5/S6) to Nyon for around CHF 16 (one-way, no booking needed).
Use a Half-Fare Card (SBB) if staying more than a few days for 50% off trains. Shop at Migros or Coop for meals instead of eating out every time. Fill your water bottle at public fountains (drinkable).
Good to know — Nyon
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Nyon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BCV — 166 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Sun Store — 89 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Geneva Airport (GVA) → Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle, Rue de Rive 34, Nyon
💡 Pre-book with Nyon Taxi Central to avoid surge pricing. The hotel address is less than 3 km from the station—taxis will know Rue de Rive, but confirm it's the Hostellerie, not the old castle.
Geneva Airport (GVA) → Nyon station
💡 Buy a 1st-class ticket if your train is crowded; it costs barely more and you'll have a guaranteed seat. Validate your ticket at the yellow machines before boarding—there's no barrier, but inspectors are strict.
Nyon station → Rive stop (Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle)
💡 Use the TPN mobile app for live departures. Walk instead—it's a 10-minute flat walk from the station along Rue de Rive—unless you have heavy luggage.
Nyon station → Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle, Rue de Rive 34, Nyon
💡 Uber operates in Nyon but can be sparse late at night. The station taxi rank usually has one car idling. If you're walking, cut through Place Perdtemps for a quieter route.
About Nyon
Wikipedia ↗
Nyon (French pronunciation: [njɔ̃] ; historically German: Neuis or Neuss and Italian: Nione, [ˈnjoːne]) is a municipality in Nyon District in the canton of Vaud in Switzerland. It is located some 25 kilometers north east of Geneva's city centre, and since the 1970s it has been part of the Geneva met...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle?
Request a room facing the garden or rear courtyard, away from the street. For a quieter stay, choose a room on the first or second floor, as the lift is small but functional and those floors are easiest to reach without noise from the lobby or stairwell.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, which will be closest to the street if the address is on a main road in Nyon, and to any lobby or breakfast room traffic. Also avoid rooms directly above or beside the lift shaft, which can rattle.
Is Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle noisy?
Nyon's central streets carry foot and light traffic from bars, cafés, and pedestrian zones until late evening. The lift in a 3-star might be ageing and clunky, so audible every time it moves. If there's a bar or restaurant on-site, that will add sound until closing.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle?
The address 'Nyon' suggests the hotel is in the town centre. If it's on a main street, rooms facing the rear offer views of the old town roofs or the Alps on a clear day. Upper-floor rooms on the street side may see Lake Geneva if the hotel is on a north-south axis, but this isn't guaranteed.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle?
Parking in central Nyon is tight: ask if they have reserved spaces or a nearby garage. Check in early to secure a top-floor rear room – those go first to quiet-seekers.
What time is check-in at Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle?
Check-in at Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 15 Mbps download. No login required, but connection drops on the top floor of the annex.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle?
CHF 3.50 per person per night, mandatory
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle?
Bakery sandwich or salad bar lunch: around CHF 10-15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostellerie du XVIe Siècle?
Cheapest way is walking or cycling; for longer trips, buy a one-day Nyon zone bus pass for about CHF 5.50. From Geneva Airport, take the direct train (S5/S6) to Nyon for around CHF 16 (one-way, no booking needed).
When is the best time to visit Nyon?
June, July, September – warm days for lake swimming and terrace sitting, but July can get busy with Paléo Festival (end of July). June and September combine good weather with much lower hotel rates.
Top Attractions in Nyon
💡 Arrive by 8:30am to beat the queues at the cheese stalls. Try the tomme vaudoise — it’s excellent.
💡 Bring a blanket — the grass is well-kept but the best spots under oaks go fast on sunny weekends.
💡 Start at the Tour de Nyon jetty and walk east for the clearest view of Mont Blanc on a clear day.
💡 Combine with a walk up to the castle — it's a short, easy climb. Best visited in morning to avoid crowds.
💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month. Go mid-afternoon for the best light over the lake.