Hotel AlaGare in Lausanne
✅ Staff are very friendly and accommodating, providing free metro passes and useful local tips ✅ Complimentary breakfast is appreciated and the hotel is very clean ✅ Quiet rooms on the side away from the train station noise ✅ Railway-themed artwork and model railway in the dining area praised for character ✅ Comfortable beds noted by guests ✅ Convenient location next to the train station and close to cafes and metro ❌ Strong smell of old furniture reported by one guest, requiring window opening in cold weather ❌ Some rooms feel slightly dated ❌ No views from the hotel windows mentioned as a downside
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Description
Hotel AlaGare is a three-star property in Lausanne, constructed in 1910 and renovated in 2002. It offers a range of room types from Economy rooms to Cottages, including various standard and superior options. The hotel has maintained a consistent 6/10 rating across cleanliness, amenities, location, and service. Guests will find facilities such as a 24-hour front desk, free parking, WiFi, and a restaurant with buffet options. Unique features include railway-themed artwork and a detailed model railway in the dining area floor, which guests have highlighted positively. The hotel welcomes pets for a fee of CHF 10 per night, and provides free metro and bus passes to guests. While some rooms have a dated feel and an old furniture smell was noted by a guest, others appreciated the comfortable beds and quiet rooms away from the station noise. Overall, it is a practical choice near transit with a friendly and accommodating staff.
Location
Hotel AlaGare is located at 14 rue du Simplon, just steps from Lausanne's main train station, making travel connections very convenient. The Shoe Museum is 602 meters away, the Musée de l'Elysée is 615 meters, and MUDAC museum is 625 meters from the hotel, all within easy walking distance. For dining, Le Ticino restaurant is 300 meters away, the Chinese restaurant Asia Express is 327 meters, and Carrefour Café is 338 meters from the hotel. The Geneva Airport (GVA) is approximately 51 kilometers away, accessible by public or private transport. The hotel’s proximity to the station and local cafes makes it a functional base for exploring Lausanne.
Tips
- Ask the staff for free metro and bus passes on arrival to save on local transportation.
- Request a room on the side away from the train station to avoid noise and potential odors.
- Since the hotel is near several cafes, consider trying the recommended Sleepy Bear coffee shop or Cafe Restaurant de l'Europe for meals, especially if the hotel breakfast room is closed.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds can be added, but cribs cannot be added. Fees for extra beds are not included in the total price. For details, please contact the hotel.
- Pets: Pets are allowed Fee: CHF 10.00 (approx. US$12.71) per pet per night
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, AmericanExpress, MasterCard, DinersClub, UnionPay, JSB
- Check in time: 15:00-19:00. Check out time: 10:00-12:00.
Services and facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Terrace
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Cable TV
- Hairdryer
- Flat-screen TV
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Laptop safe
- Accessibility features
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Telephone
- Bar
- Buffet breakfast
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Vending machine
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spanish
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Multi-language staff
- No parking
- Fax and copy machine
- Pets allowed
Street view
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel AlaGare
Are pets allowed at Hotel AlaGare and is there a fee?
Yes, pets are allowed for a fee of CHF 10.00 (approximately US$12.71) per pet per night.
What types of rooms are available at Hotel AlaGare?
Room types include Run of House, Economy room, Standard room, Standard Single room, Standard Triple room, Standard Double room, Standard Quadruple room, Superior room, Superior Double room, and Cottage.
Does the hotel provide free parking and WiFi?
Yes, Hotel AlaGare offers free parking and WiFi to its guests.
Is breakfast served at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel has a restaurant offering a buffet breakfast, though some guests noted the breakfast room was temporarily closed during their stay.
How close is Hotel AlaGare to the main train station in Lausanne?
The hotel is very close to Lausanne’s main train station, located just next to it, offering easy access to public transport.
