The 10 most beautiful hotels in Lausanne

Built in 1915, the Lausanne Palace & Spa has been refined over more than a century to offer luxury hospitality. It is considered to be the last top-of-the-range palace in Switzerland.

Inside its walls, time has almost stood still. The elegance of the Belle Epoque can be seen in the bar, with its beautiful columns and marble chandeliers. This bar literally plunges you back into 1940s France.

The rooms and suites are elegantly and discreetly decorated with a soothing colour palette and marble bathrooms. There are four restaurants in all, including the Michelin-starred Table d'Edgard. Breakfast is served in the Côté Jardin restaurant and offers hearty buffet-style cuisine with beautifully presented plates of exotic fruits, cold meats, fish and eggs cooked to order.

Flirting with Lake Geneva, the Beau Rivage Palace caters for travellers who appreciate state-of-the-art facilities. Inaugurated in 1861, the palace was the first of its kind in Lausanne.

The Palace has been the choice of royalty, presidents and celebrities for over 150 years. Its architecture, refined antiques, enormous chandeliers and chic marble take visitors back to a glorious past.

The 168 rooms and suites are spread over two buildings. All are royally decorated: mahogany furniture, chic curtains, silky linens. They are elegant, with soothing, soft colours. The hotel has 10 hectares of gardens, a Cinq Mondes spa offering a range of top-quality treatments, a private boat for outings on the lake and a Michelin-starred restaurant headed by chef Anne Sophie Pic.

Located between the city centre and the lakeside, the Royal Savoy is a historic building with a contemporary twist. It boasts a rooftop bar, beautiful gardens and a large spa.

Built in 1909, the hotel, which takes on the air of a fairytale castle, boasts magnificent gardens and rooms with views of the lake and the Alps. The hotel's understated glamour is set apart by its contemporary chandeliers and elegant, expansive communal areas.

Its contemporary restaurant offers traditional French cuisine such as Papet Vaudoise (cabbage sausage), as well as more modern dishes such as monkfish wrapped in Valais bacon. Our favourite: the cocktails in the bar are divine!

The hotel is divided into several buildings surrounded by a peaceful garden and swimming pool. Located in the chic district of Ouchy, the Hôtel d'Angleterre & Residence was home to the world's first hotel school in 1893.

Each building has its own identity and theme. Some rooms have a more floral style, while others are more 'British'. Some rooms are more sober, with a discreet colour palette ranging from grey to taupe.

The restaurant, run by chef Andrea Gaia, serves top-quality, beautifully presented Italian dishes. Finally, a hearty breakfast can be enjoyed on the beautiful outdoor terrace overlooking Lake Geneva.

It's impossible not to notice it... The neo-Gothic Château d'Ouchy stands near the shores of Lake Geneva and the port. With its turrets, it looks like a princess's castle.

Inside, the atmosphere changes. The style is more contemporary, with luxurious touches in the decor. What was once the building's inner courtyard is now the spacious, light-filled lobby and bar.

The 50 rooms are elegantly decorated in shades of cream, white and wood. Some offer a view of the lake, while the suites are more original. They feature stone arches and painted beams. In the tower there is a suite with a wooden ceiling that offers a breathtaking view of the city.

The Carlton Hôtel has the air of a town house - peaceful and charming. Built in 1906, the hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Lake Geneva, near the Ouchy district.

From the moment you enter the lobby, you feel like you're in an aristocrat's home. Admire the elegant marble fireplace, the enormous chandeliers, the beautiful mirrors and the corridors lined with gilded prints.

Its 47 rooms are divided into several categories (suites, executive, junior), all individually decorated. Patterned walls and carpets, dark wood furniture, traditional lamps and marble bathrooms create an old-fashioned look.

Nestling in the heart of a leafy district of Lausanne, the Hotel Agora Swiss has recently been renovated and now offers a more modern, youthful and refined face.

The 147 rooms combine country style with metropolitan comfort. They feature a soft colour palette of brown and grey, reminiscent of the forest. They are also well equipped with contemporary wooden furniture.

A little extra: guests can enjoy a luxurious spa and wellness area with a fitness room. Finally, the restaurant serves buffet breakfast in an attractive dining room on the top floor with large windows offering views of the Alps.

The Swiss Wine By Fassbing aims to be original, hip and cool - the perfect mix for Generation Z. The hotel is opposite the beautiful Gothic cathedral and a short walk from the shopping district.

Looking for somewhere trendy? Swiss Wine By Fassbind is the perfect option. You'll appreciate both its neo-Gothic architecture and its sleek interior with its modern facilities.

In the bedrooms, the decor remains discreet, with exposed brick walls, wooden floors and objects that evoke a rather country-chic atmosphere. Most rooms have a view of the cathedral.

Once the town hall, the building has been transformed into a hotel. In the heart of Lutry, the Rivage Lutry hotel is just 10 minutes from Ouchy and 15 minutes from the centre of Lausanne.

The hotel is tasteful, charming and quiet. Guests can enjoy its restaurant with a terrace overlooking the lake. The cuisine is both local and refined. You can enjoy fresh fish from the lake as well as international dishes.

All the rooms have a relaxed atmosphere, in shades of grey and mauve. Well-equipped, they offer top-of-the-range bedding, beautiful furnishings and wooden floors. The bathrooms are spacious, bright and clean.

Located in an up-and-coming district, the Moxy hotel is trendy, funky and hip. Perfect for millennials looking for a unique experience. This chic hotel is just a few minutes from the Olympic Museum and the Gothic Cathedral.

The Moxy's 113 rooms feature modern furnishings and top-of-the-range equipment such as flat-screen TVs. On site, guests can enjoy the ultra colourful and trendy communal areas with murals and street art.

The Moxy has a trendy lounge for relaxing, a library with a fireplace, a galleria with lockers, a small fitness centre, as well as a trendy bar serving good 'Moxtails' and a refined restaurant. An ideal playground for young people!