Modern Times Hotel, Vevey, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Worth booking if you want a 4-star room in Vevey for about half the local median and a short walk to the train station. Skip the hotel breakfast or lower your expectations, and choose another pick if a high guest score matters most.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Modern Times Hotel is our Budget pick in Vevey, which in this pricey town still means a 4-star hotel. It suits travellers who want a solid base for exploring the region by train or car without paying what most of the town charges.
Drivers and rail travellers both benefit, as guests mention it is near the highway and a short walk from the train station. The property lists a gym, a restaurant, a garden, a terrace and family rooms.
Skip it if you care most about guest scores. At 8.2 it ranked last of the 5 eligible properties in the sample. Breakfast fans should also read the comments below.
Location and getting around
The address is Chemin du Genévrier 20. Guests rate the location 8.3 out of 10, mainly for the short walk to the train station and the nearby highway.
Musée Jenisch is about 1.6 km away, roughly 20 minutes on foot. Chillon Castle is about 7.9 km, roughly 99 minutes, and Swiss Vapeur Parc about 9.6 km, around 120 minutes. These are straight-line estimates. Both of the last two are far, so you will need public transport or a taxi.
Parking is not listed in our data, so ask the hotel if you plan to arrive by car.
What guests say
The hotel has 8.2 out of 10 from 982 reviews, a large base that makes the score reliable but places it fifth of 5 in this sample.
The location gets the clearest praise, especially for being close to the train station and the highway.
Breakfast is the main complaint. The buffet is large, but some guests report cold eggs, dirty tables and dry bread.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
For 10 to 12 November 2026, 2 adults and one room, the reference price seen was €141.34 a night, about €282.68 for the stay. These are reference prices seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026, not live quotes. Check today's price for your dates.
That was 52% below the sample median of €294.59 a night. Our Best Value pick, La Résidence des Trois Couronnes, was €184.75 a night with an 8.9 score and 4 stars. Our Luxury pick, Grand Hotel du Lac - Relais & Châteaux, was €363.14 a night with a 9.2 score and 5 stars.
For about €43 more a night, the Best Value pick scores noticeably higher. Modern Times wins purely on price. Listed breakfast styles are continental and buffet.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 5 eligible hotels in Vevey. For the Budget slot we take the lowest eligible reference price after setting aside the upscale choice. At €141.34 a night, Modern Times was the lowest, and its 982 reviews give a clear picture of what to expect.
Before you book
Check whether breakfast is in your rate, and consider booking room-only given the comments. Air conditioning is not listed, so ask if that matters to you.
Pets appear in the property tags, but the policy is not confirmed. Room size, noise, renovation condition and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Confirm parking and gym hours if you need them.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Modern Times Hotel close to Vevey train station?
Guests say it is a short walk to the train station. Exact walking time is not in our data, so check the map.
Can I walk to Chillon Castle?
It is about 7.9 km away, roughly 99 minutes on foot. That is far, so take public transport or a taxi.
Is the breakfast good?
The buffet is large, but some guests report cold eggs, dirty tables and dry bread. Check whether breakfast is included and decide if it is worth it.
Why is it the budget pick if it has 4 stars?
Vevey is expensive. At €141.34 a night it was 52% below the sample median of €294.59, the lowest eligible reference price.
Does it have parking?
Parking is not confirmed in our data. Guests mention the highway is nearby, so ask the hotel about parking and cost.