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Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Orbe Gorge

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A modern restaurant with round tables, dark chairs, and a central decorative vase.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a barrel.
A modern living room with a round coffee table, a tall blue decorative column, a potted plant, and a beige armchair.
A building with a tiled roof, a balcony, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, wooden beams, a bed with white bedding and red accents, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1 Place du Château, Ballaigues, VD, 1338
  • Place, Orbe Gorge
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Cascade du Day
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Lac Saint-Point
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with white bedding and red pillows, a desk with a chair, and a television on the wall.

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, a window, and artwork on the walls.

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 3

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A modern bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with white bedding and red pillows, a tall blue vase, and a white wardrobe.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a wooden bed, a small round table, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Accessible

A modern hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Ballaigues

Close to the boardwalk/promenade.You'll find Orbe Gorge and Iron and Railway Museum within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Also, Pré-Giroud Fort is within 3 miles (5 km) and Caves of Vallorbe is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Orbe Gorge - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cascade du Day - 9 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Lac de Joux - 18 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Lac Saint-Point - 26 min drive - 15.4 miles
  • Lavaux Vineyard Terraces - 43 min drive - 39.7 miles

Getting around

  • Vallorbe Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La taverne Comtoise - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Le Flocon - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chalet de la Dent de Vaulion - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪James Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Christophe Schwerzmann - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or

3.5-star hotel near Orbe Gorge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and express check-in are also featured at Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or was completed in April 2019.

This 3.5-star Ballaigues hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1600
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or offers 8 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 130-cm flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks, and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • High chair
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CHF 19 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 130-cm flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Office
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Tuesday - Saturday (3:00 PM - 9:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's restaurant is closed on Sunday evenings and closed all day on Monday.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 10 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 10.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 19 per person
  • Pet fee: CHF 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Restaurant La Croix D'or
Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or Hotel
Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or Ballaigues
Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or Hotel Ballaigues

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or?

As of Oct 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or on Nov 2, 2026 start from $139, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CHF 19 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or have a pool?

Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or does not have a pool.

Does Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or to downtown Ballaigues?

Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or is 0.1 mi away from Ballaigues.

Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and decent food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with friendly staff. A littel expensive on the dinner mene with few options for kids.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Beautiful location and the room was amazing. Lovely friendly welcome. Excellent dinner too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

La Croix d'Or Ballaigues - wonderful!

Wonderful hotel, wonderful resraurant! We had a blast! Thanks again to all employees of La Croix d'Or in Ballaigues for such making our stay so perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, peacefull village. Very friendly and willing staff. Food and service beyond reproach. Can recomend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
As expected, there was no staff on hand as this was the one day off. However, everything was perfectly explained and the room was perfectly prepared for us. The hotel is small and intimate with artistic flair which was a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bel établissement dans un village apaisant. Hôtel à visage humain. Restaurant au top avec une vraie cuisine professionnelle, les mets sont de grande qualité. Personnel très à l’écoute des clients. Petit déjeuner délicieux. Hôtel et restaurant à recommander.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent séjour dans cet hôtel
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bel endroit et très bel hôtel. Je recommande
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre spacieuse et emplacement de l’hôtel très bien
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Personal ist sehr aufmerksam, das Frühstiksbuffet hochwetig und abwechslubgsreich und das Essen im Restaurant ist herrvorragend! Besser könnte es nicht sein!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tout était très bien. Calme et reposant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Parfait
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bel hotel, chambres très propres, spacieuses, très bonne literie, grande SDB, vraiment parfait!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Modern und doch traditionell. Tolles Frühstück.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschönes ruhiges Zimmer! Sovieles in der Gegend zu entdecken!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes, ruhiges Zimmer und eine excellente Küche!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr hellhörig, kein persönlicher Check in, Zimmerpreis deutlich teurer als gebucht. Bett knarrt und war durchgelegen, Dachkammer nie wieder
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
accueil super sympa, personnel très aimable. décoration magnifique dans tout l'établissement. bonne literie.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Je le recommande vivement

Premier séjour dans ce magnifique établissement en flanc de montagne suisse!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es war ein toller Ausenthalt. Ein einzigartiges Hotel, sehr aufwändig restauriertes Gebäude, sehr schön ausgestattete Zimmer, unglaublich höfliches und zuvorkommendes Personal, tolles Frühstück, sagenhaftes Angebot an Speisen zum Abendessen. Auf jeden Fall komme ich wieder!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Tres bonne adresse !

Excellent hotel et restaurant. Cuisine très soignée au niveau saveur et présentationt Ma chambre été très propre et jolie. Une adresse à partager !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10 von 10 Sterne

Ein schön eingerichtetes Hotel mit exzellenter Küche und liebenswürdigem Personal. Der Aufenthalt liess keine Wünsche offen. Empfehlenswert!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024