The proximity of the hotel to the rail station meant the walk up hill was manageable pushing our suitcase as we went. Lausanne is hilly, with some steep climbs, negotiating a large suitcase much further would not be ideal. The hotel is close to the Metro network also which was extremely useful for getting around, and free for visitors using the hotels in the town. Hotel Elite was a little gem for our three night stay, the staff were very helpful and friendly, the hotel was very clean and the continental breakfast was very good. For a short break this hotel is ideal.

The uphill climbs ! these can be hard work, our advice is use the metro and go to a stop further then walk down.

We loved the traditional feel of this hotel. It’s a lovely building in a very convenient location but please be aware Lausanne is extremely hilly - if you arrive by train and have large luggage, you should consider a taxi from the station. We had a fab 4th floor room with big balcony and a view of the lake - see pics. There is a small fridge and coffee machine in the room with pods replenished daily and room was cleaned every day. Comfy beds and a couple of extra chairs - just a nice comfy and large room. When we checked in we were given a Lausanne travel card which provided free transport within certain zones - it covers you to Montreux.

Although there is AC in the room it didn’t seem very effective and the weather was very hot during our stay. That said, the room didn’t overheat because there is a big canopy over the balcony plus electric shutters which we kept closed during the day to keep the sun out. I just would have preferred the AC to be colder. The shower was over the bath so please be aware if you have any mobility issues.

So grateful to Georgie, Antoine and Ying who went above and beyond in their service and kindness during my stay. Some might say the hotel is a bit dated, but I found it quaint and spotless! I so appreciated having the minibar too. I also appreciated that the housekeeping staff respected my privacy, as I didn't want any interruptions during my stay. They were all lovely, and were very efficient if I requested anything. I have arthritic knees, so the hill up from the train station was always a bit of a challenge for me, but I knew beforehand what Lausanne is like. 😀 If I come back to Lausanne in the future, this will be the only hotel I would choose. Thank you again! Cathy Poole

I know the hotel from previous visits. The location of the hotel in the very centre of Lausanne is an advantage. It can be reached on foot from the central railway station, but the short way leads through a steep street. There are private parking spaces available in front of the hotel at the costs of 19CHF for 24 hours. The general impression of the hotel is that of old fashioned Swiss hospitality of the 1980ies. The rooms are of good size and are comfortably equipped. All is spotless clean. WiFi worked perfectly. A continental breakfast is included in the room rate. The staff is extremely helpful and polite.

The bathroom is very clean, but the sandy yellow and greenish tiling with a bathtub makes it look as reminiscent of past times. Missing is a kettle for coffee/tea.

Outstanding location, opp the main train station and next to the Metro. We were given a triple room, so it had adequate space for storage and to move around. The breakfast was average.

Whilst it may not be applicable to the youth, although we were healthy Seniors, its tough getting to Elite if you've come by public transport. The cobblestone road opp the train station to Elite is 75-80 metres steep uphill and to wheel a suitcase over these stones, it was tough. If you're not fit, then going up and down this slope every time you have to step out, could be a disaster. The alternative is stairs with 65 stone steps! The breakfast wasn't up to the mark and could do with improvement overall.

The Hotel Elite is an old-time charmer. And yet, it's entirely modern and up-to-date. Our room was very large and comfortable. Very close to beautiful parks and many fine restaurants. A bit of a walk to the lake, but not too bad. The staff was exceptional. We were hiking the Via Francigena and the day we left we had an extremely long way to go; the staff arranged for our backpacks to be forwarded to our next destination. It might not sound like much, but it was not easy to get it set up. Be sure to go to the Olympic Headquarters while you're in Laussane. It is exceptional! Also, a boat ride to Evian is very enjoyable.

The room (4th floor) was comfy and spacious, with a wonderful balcony giving us a fantastic view over the buildings to the lake and mountains. Fridge for use was a bonus. Staff were helpful and efficient. The location is great, a few moments from the station and metro. We didn't have the breakfast option - similar Lausanne prices to anywhere else but there are cafes, bakeries and food stores really close by which suited us better. Parking available on site is useful although the park and ride at nearby Ouchy is less than half the price - we had too much luggage and were feeling very lazy so it was convenient to park directly outside for our short stay. Would definitely book again.

The room was huge for european standards. It had an ample bathroom, comfy bedroom, and a separate lovely living room with a couch and a total of two desks to work from. Fast and reliable WiFi that was great for videocalls. The view is lovely in pretty much any direction because the neighborhood (and city) is lovely, but I overlooked a parking lot that was stunning in the sun. The location is good, you are very close to the main train station in the city with amazing connectivity as per usual in Switzerland. There are chain cafes and restaurants nearby, as well as some gourmet options. I didn't go around much, but did manage to see some of the main sights and I think this is overall a well positioned hotel to explore Lausanne.

A very minor detail is that there was some noisy maintenance work by staff in the mornings (think 10am-11am) which was disruptive to my sleep that day. Would have loved a notice at check-in time about this. Perhaps the only problem is that the walk to some part of the city is quite steep and a climb that you need to factor into your tourism time and energy, if you're there to explore.

I appreciate the kind and warm stuff of the hotel. Always smiling and being supportive. Also the location of the hotel is great, very close to the main train station while still providing a quiet place to stay. I liked the bathtub as well. So relaxing after a long day. And it is great that the room had a regular table for working, which I used a lot during my business trip.

I am not a big fan of rooms with a limited amount of the daily light. Also, the hair dryer is a bit too old, but still functional though. And be careful, do not get tricked that it takes only 4 minutes from the main station. There is some exercising needed to get there (climbing a pretty steep hill).

Quaint older hotel that was comfortable and met our needs. Very near the train station although a steep hill to the hotel. Enjoyed the location and extremely clean. Bathroom had a tub/shower and was a good size. Our daughters' room had a neat balcony, our room was on a corner with two great windows for cross ventilation. A floor fan was provided in the closet.

Some may feel it is not real updated. We thought it added to the character. The bed was very comfortable.