Luxury HotelsDirectoryBeach ResortsBoutiqueParisLondonNew YorkTokyoLuxury HotelsDirectoryBeach ResortsBoutiqueParisLondonNew YorkTokyoChâteau d'Ouchy sits in Lausanne's Ouchy lakeside neighbourhood on the banks of Lake Geneva, within walking distance of the city centre. The setting combines proximity to cultural attractions, local heritage sites, and waterfront tranquility.
Check availability Official websiteThe hotel occupies Lausanne's closest position to Lake Geneva, providing direct waterfront access and panoramic views of the lake and distant Alps. The property maintains biodiverse grounds and has sourced all electricity from renewable hydropower since 2022. The lakefront location offers guests immediate access to water and natural surroundings within an urban setting.
Lausanne's Old Town is accessible from the hotel, featuring the cathedral and narrow, cobbled streets. The hotel's close proximity to the city centre allows guests to explore cultural landmarks and local attractions without extended travel.
The hotel can arrange guided visits to the UNESCO-listed terraced vineyards of Lavaux, a regional heritage site known for historic wine production. Nearby, the medieval village of Yvoire offers cultural exploration. Lausanne holds designation as the Olympic capital of the world and houses the Olympic Museum, reflecting its role in international sporting heritage and events.
The site traces its origins to a tower built by the Bishop of Lausanne around 1170. The current neo-Gothic castle was reconstructed between 1889 and 1893 by businessman Jean-Jacques Mercier. Château d'Ouchy is listed as a Swiss cultural heritage site of regional importance, ensuring any modifications follow strict preservation regulations. A plaque commemorates the Treaty of Lausanne from 1923, a peace treaty whose leading signatories stayed at the hotel during negotiations.
The hotel is in the Ouchy lakeside neighbourhood on the banks of Lake Geneva, Lausanne's closest hotel to the lake.
The hotel is close to the centre of Lausanne, with the Old Town and its cathedral within walking or short distance.
The hotel arranges visits to the UNESCO-listed Lavaux terraced vineyards, the medieval village of Yvoire, and Lausanne's Olympic Museum.
The site originated as a tower built around 1170. The current neo-Gothic castle was reconstructed 1889–1893. It hosted signatories of the 1923 Treaty of Lausanne and is a Swiss cultural heritage site of regional importance.
Guests receive complimentary public transport cards for Lausanne's metro and bus services with each night's stay. The hotel also offers bicycle rentals and an electric boat for lake excursions.
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