I have stayed at this hotel twice, and think its a great place for a 3 star, especially as its a good price. Don't get me wrong, you wouldn't confuse yourself for a 4 star, but it is a lot better than some hotels which consider themselves 4 stars!
The staff are so friendly and helpful, both beforehand when making the booking, and when at the hotel. You can ask them anything and they will try to help. There is free wifi internet in the bedrooms and computers you can use downstairs. The rooms are warmly decorated, and although a bit basic they have everything needed. There is a mini bar, a tv with loads of channels (including, BBC1, BBC2, ITV1, ITV2, various French, German etc - a lot more than you'd expect for a foreign hotel!) For me, the bed isnt the most comfortable as its a slightly hard mattress (but thats a personal thing as I prefer really soft matresses).
No bathtub, but a good shower, and the bathroom has pretty much all you'd need (shower gel, shower cap, flannels) - although no moisteriser or shampoo I think.
The breakfast has loads of choice and is always busy. The rooms dont have ironing board (which to be honest I wouldnt expect in a 3 star anyway so thats fine), but the staff were very happy for me to use the hotel one in their laundry room.
Also, although they dont have room service, they will order takeaway for you (ie pizza, Chinese) and put it onto your room charge.
Overall, I think for the price its a really nice hotel!
- Tulip Inn Lausanne
