Cinéma Cinétoile in Prilly: the family multiplex at Malley Lumières
Fancy a big, easy-to-reach cinema, perfect for a family outing? The Cinétoile, at the Malley Lumières centre in Prilly, lines up six modern screens and hosts the La Lanterne Magique children’s club. Metro and station at the foot of the building: handy in any weather.
Six screens at the heart of Malley Lumières
Set in the Malley Lumières centre, in Prilly, the Cinétoile is the big multiplex of western Lausanne: six digital screens, large screens, and 3D. You come for the films showing at the moment, in a modern, comfortable complex, very well served by public transport. It is the ideal cinema for a hassle-free family outing, especially on rainy days.
What your children will discover
The Cinétoile shows the big animated features and family hits of the moment. This is also where the Prilly La Lanterne Magique club is held: a film club for 6- to 12-year-olds, with nine screenings per season, on Saturday mornings. Each film is preceded by a short animated introduction and a little show, to learn how to watch a film while having fun.
What you do there and the atmosphere on site
You arrive by metro or train, get your ticket, stop by the bar (popcorn, 3D glasses), and settle into one of the six screens. Being part of the Malley Lumières centre makes the outing very practical: everything is on site, sheltered. A large, efficient and family-friendly cinema.
Before you go
- Recommended age: from 4 years depending on the film; La Lanterne Magique club for ages 6-12
- Duration: allow 1.5 to 2 hours depending on the film
- Price: adult approx. CHF 17, child (under 14) approx. CHF 14; 3D glasses CHF 3
- Children’s club: La Lanterne Magique on Saturday mornings; season pass CHF 40 for 9 screenings
- Booking: online at cinetoile.ch or at the box office
- Transport: M1 metro (Malley stop), Prilly-Malley regional-train station, local buses
- Best season: all year round
Tips from parents
- For a routine, consider the La Lanterne Magique club (ages 6-12), on Saturday mornings.
- The M1 metro (Malley stop) and the Prilly-Malley regional-train station are at the foot of the centre: ideal without a car.
- Check the language of the screening and the recommended age of the film for the youngest.
- Plan the small glasses surcharge for 3D screenings.
- Good to know: most screens are wheelchair accessible (except screen 4).
Useful information
- Address: Chemin du Viaduc 1, 1008 Prilly (Malley Lumières centre)
- Official website: cinetoile.ch
- Opening hours: according to the programme (check the website)
- Getting there: M1 metro Malley stop, Prilly-Malley regional-train station, buses 17, 18, 32, 33 (Galicien stop)
Why we recommend it
Because it is the most convenient big family cinema in western Lausanne: six screens, metro and train access at the foot of the building, and the La Lanterne Magique club for children. A safe bet, especially in bad weather.
In a nutshell
The family multiplex of Malley Lumières in Prilly: six screens, 3D and the La Lanterne Magique club, metro and station at the foot of the building.
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