Design Hotel Plattenhof
$251
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Design Hotel Plattenhof
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$251
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Design Hotel Plattenhof average $198 in January, the cheapest month, and $268 in May, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $198 |
| February | $212 |
| March | $223 |
| April | $212 |
| May | $268 |
| June | $252 |
| July | $208 |
| August | $222 |
| September | $251 |
| October | $234 |
| November | $220 |
| December | $227 |
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Most expensive: May (~$268)
Cheapest: January (~$198)
About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 37 guestrooms featuring DVD players and LCD televisions. Smart televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Design Hotel Plattenhof in Zürich (Zürich Center), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Bahnhofstrasse and Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kunsthaus Zurich and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Schauspielhaus.
What's nearby
ETH Zurich(0.3 miles)
Zurich Zoological Museum(0.3 miles)
Schauspielhaus(0.3 miles)
Kunsthaus Zurich(0.4 miles)
Grossmuenster(0.5 miles)
Central Library Zurich(0.5 miles)
Helmhaus(0.6 miles)
Polybahn Funicular(0.6 miles)
Zurich Town Hall(0.6 miles)
Bellevue Square(0.6 miles)
St. Peter Church(0.7 miles)
Fraumuenster(0.7 miles)
Lakeside Promenade(0.7 miles)
Lindenhof(0.8 miles)
Zürich Opera House(0.8 miles)
The preferred airport for Design Hotel Plattenhof is Zurich Airport (ZRH)(7.6 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Business Center
Room Service
Tour Desk
Dry Cleaning
Location
Plattenstrasse 26, Hottingen, Zürich, Switzerland
ETH Zurich (0.3 miles)
Zurich Zoological Museum (0.3 miles)
Schauspielhaus (0.3 miles)
Kunsthaus Zurich (0.4 miles)
Grossmuenster (0.5 miles)
Central Library Zurich (0.5 miles)
Room options
9
Superior Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
183 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Deluxe Twin Room
Room details
2 Twin Beds
1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
247 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Deluxe Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
248 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Comfort Twin Room
Room details
2 Twin Beds
1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 2
215 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Single Room
Room details
1 Twin Bed
161 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
183 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Design Hotel Plattenhof
8.3
Very good
Based on 818 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
38%
Couple
31%
Family
15%
Group
5%
Solo
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Design Hotel Plattenhof, travelers consistently highlight the friendly, helpful staff and convenient, quiet location near the university with easy tram access to Old Town and the lake, alongside generally clean, comfortable rooms suited to short city stays.
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What guests think
At Design Hotel Plattenhof, travelers consistently highlight the friendly, helpful staff and convenient, quiet location near the university with easy tram access to Old Town and the lake, alongside generally clean, comfortable rooms suited to short city stays.
Several reviews mention the lack of air conditioning and a mini-fridge, and room size and decor vary from minimalist or a bit dated to more spacious and thoughtfully designed. Breakfast feedback ranges from basic to exceptional, and the on-site Italian restaurant and bar earn frequent praise. A practical choice for short city breaks.
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Facilities
On-site restaurant, bar, and lobby cafe receive positive mentions.
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Heidemarie
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Unser bevorzugtes Hotel bei unseren Zürich Aufenthalten. Die meisten Zimmer sind sehr schön. Ruhige Lage und gute Anbindung an die Tram. Sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Ausgezeichnetes Restaurant. Wunderbar
Unser bevorzugtes Hotel bei unseren Zürich Aufenthalten. Die meisten Zimmer sind sehr schön. Ruhige Lage und gute Anbindung an die Tram. Sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Ausgezeichnetes Restaurant. Wunderbar
8
susanne
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Comfortable hotel, convenient for the lake and old town. Bathroom small and dark but everything worked. Bar and restaurant available. Bar staff particularly friendly.
Comfortable hotel, convenient for the lake and old town. Bathroom small and dark but everything worked. Bar and restaurant available. Bar staff particularly friendly.
10
Mitchell
Sep 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel near the university, with great restaurant and cafe in the lobby!
Lovely hotel near the university, with great restaurant and cafe in the lobby!
8
miguel
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was professional and helpful. Breakfast was basic but good service. Would go back
Staff was professional and helpful. Breakfast was basic but good service. Would go back
10
Peter
Sep 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
First off, the hotel is now the Plattendorf, not the 'Design'. Orbitz: you need to let them change it. A fair walk from the HB, the room was fine. The Italian restaurant attached has great Italian food. All in all a fine hotel (no free breakfast...)
First off, the hotel is now the Plattendorf, not the 'Design'. Orbitz: you need to let them change it. A fair walk from the HB, the room was fine. The Italian restaurant attached has great Italian food. All in all a fine hotel (no free breakfast...)
10
Vaughn
Jun 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel on a good location (quiet but close to downtown/old town). Very nice staff and great on site restaurant.
Nice hotel on a good location (quiet but close to downtown/old town). Very nice staff and great on site restaurant.
10
Akudo
Oct 20, 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Really nice hotel, centrally located, and well-designed rooms. Not really much to complain about, pros and cons below. PROS: Centrally located, can walk from the central station (it is uphill so maybe get the tram up and walk down), Nice room and large bed (not two mattresses pushd together like a lot of hotels), Water cooker and coffee provided in rooms, Large rooms and large shower, shower has like a pivoting head so nice for those of us who are shorter or taller than average, nice smelling lotion, soap, and shampoo, nice staff, restaurant and breakfast at hotel. CONS: Not really a con for me but the bed is on the floor so if you have trouble with your knees/back, it may be an issue for you, pillows got a bit flat and also I hate feather pillows- they could be fake feathers but pretty sure those are cruel to birds (along with any kind of 'down' except for the vegan alternatives). That's it, mostly all pros! Lovely hotel
Really nice hotel, centrally located, and well-designed rooms. Not really much to complain about, pros and cons below. PROS: Centrally located, can walk from the central station (it is uphill so maybe get the tram up and walk down), Nice room and large bed (not two mattresses pushd together like a lot of hotels), Water cooker and coffee provided in rooms, Large rooms and large shower, shower has like a pivoting head so nice for those of us who are shorter or taller than average, nice smelling lotion, soap, and shampoo, nice staff, restaurant and breakfast at hotel. CONS: Not really a con for me but the bed is on the floor so if you have trouble with your knees/back, it may be an issue for you, pillows got a bit flat and also I hate feather pillows- they could be fake feathers but pretty sure those are cruel to birds (along with any kind of 'down' except for the vegan alternatives). That's it, mostly all pros! Lovely hotel
8
Haytoug
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
6
Mark
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No AC , no refrigerator in the room. Breakfast was very good.
No AC , no refrigerator in the room. Breakfast was very good.
10
Guy
May 31, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful service, spotless room & outstanding breakfast. Had to leave at 6am on checkout day & they prepared and left a big to-go breakfast for us to take along on the train. Easy transport via trams. Would definitely stay there again.
Wonderful service, spotless room & outstanding breakfast. Had to leave at 6am on checkout day & they prepared and left a big to-go breakfast for us to take along on the train. Easy transport via trams. Would definitely stay there again.
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Cleanliness
Reviews largely describe the hotel as very clean, with a few notes about minor wear and occasional housekeeping lapses.
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Peter
Aug 7, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean. Friendly. I will stay here again.
Very clean. Friendly. I will stay here again.
8
Janin
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
- Super Ausgangslage für einen Städtetrip nach Zürich (sowohl zu Fuß als auch mit den Verkehrsmitteln) - Zimmer sind sehr sauber aber etwas in die Jahre gekommen - Betten sind sehr bequem - Frühstücksbuffet ist ausreichend aber nicht spektakulär - wir durften früher aufs Zimmer Wir würden das Hotel definitiv weiterempfehlen!
- Super Ausgangslage für einen Städtetrip nach Zürich (sowohl zu Fuß als auch mit den Verkehrsmitteln) - Zimmer sind sehr sauber aber etwas in die Jahre gekommen - Betten sind sehr bequem - Frühstücksbuffet ist ausreichend aber nicht spektakulär - wir durften früher aufs Zimmer Wir würden das Hotel definitiv weiterempfehlen!
8
Brian
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable and clean room in a nice neighborhood near the University. Easy walk to center of town from here
Comfortable and clean room in a nice neighborhood near the University. Easy walk to center of town from here
8
Gillian
May 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast was great and staff were pleasant. Not sure if my room was just not recently renovated and others are, but could use a fresh coat of paint. Shower curtain stained, fabric materials showing wear. The bed was quite hard but luckily lots of pillows to make it work. Area convenient in university area, nice lookout area nearby to see the town from above.
Breakfast was great and staff were pleasant. Not sure if my room was just not recently renovated and others are, but could use a fresh coat of paint. Shower curtain stained, fabric materials showing wear. The bed was quite hard but luckily lots of pillows to make it work. Area convenient in university area, nice lookout area nearby to see the town from above.
8
Stephanie
Jan 24, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was friendly and room was clean.
Staff was friendly and room was clean.
8
Caroline
Aug 31, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
hotel fonctionnel et agréable dans ses espaces communs. Le quartier est sympa et tranquille à seulement 3 arrêts de tram de la gare. Quelques points d'amélioration à apporter sur le nettoyage des chambres.
hotel fonctionnel et agréable dans ses espaces communs. Le quartier est sympa et tranquille à seulement 3 arrêts de tram de la gare. Quelques points d'amélioration à apporter sur le nettoyage des chambres.
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sevket
May 16, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was so dirty rooms were dirty, worst hotel i have ever visited.
The hotel was so dirty rooms were dirty, worst hotel i have ever visited.
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Haytoug
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
10
Guy
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful service, spotless room & outstanding breakfast. Had to leave at 6am on checkout day & they prepared and left a big to-go breakfast for us to take along on the train. Easy transport via trams. Would definitely stay there again.
Wonderful service, spotless room & outstanding breakfast. Had to leave at 6am on checkout day & they prepared and left a big to-go breakfast for us to take along on the train. Easy transport via trams. Would definitely stay there again.
10
mariana
Jun 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel in a nice area. Very clean. Amazing Italian restaurant and amazing stuff. It is missing a mini-bar (small fridge) and AC.
Nice hotel in a nice area. Very clean. Amazing Italian restaurant and amazing stuff. It is missing a mini-bar (small fridge) and AC.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and minimalist, but features are basic; several guests note there is no air conditioning or mini-fridge. Size and decor vary, from small or a bit dated to more spacious and thoughtfully designed.
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susanne
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Comfortable hotel, convenient for the lake and old town. Bathroom small and dark but everything worked. Bar and restaurant available. Bar staff particularly friendly.
Comfortable hotel, convenient for the lake and old town. Bathroom small and dark but everything worked. Bar and restaurant available. Bar staff particularly friendly.
8
Janin
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
- Super Ausgangslage für einen Städtetrip nach Zürich (sowohl zu Fuß als auch mit den Verkehrsmitteln) - Zimmer sind sehr sauber aber etwas in die Jahre gekommen - Betten sind sehr bequem - Frühstücksbuffet ist ausreichend aber nicht spektakulär - wir durften früher aufs Zimmer Wir würden das Hotel definitiv weiterempfehlen!
- Super Ausgangslage für einen Städtetrip nach Zürich (sowohl zu Fuß als auch mit den Verkehrsmitteln) - Zimmer sind sehr sauber aber etwas in die Jahre gekommen - Betten sind sehr bequem - Frühstücksbuffet ist ausreichend aber nicht spektakulär - wir durften früher aufs Zimmer Wir würden das Hotel definitiv weiterempfehlen!
6
John
Jun 26, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed one night for holiday. Was surprised that I had to pay extra for parking. Also wished the room had A/C. Staff very , very nice.
Stayed one night for holiday. Was surprised that I had to pay extra for parking. Also wished the room had A/C. Staff very , very nice.
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FATEMA
Aug 17, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was in a good location, minutes from Tram, the disappointing room size was a complete turnoff. The head of bed literally inches from toilet.
Property was in a good location, minutes from Tram, the disappointing room size was a complete turnoff. The head of bed literally inches from toilet.
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Gillian
May 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast was great and staff were pleasant. Not sure if my room was just not recently renovated and others are, but could use a fresh coat of paint. Shower curtain stained, fabric materials showing wear. The bed was quite hard but luckily lots of pillows to make it work. Area convenient in university area, nice lookout area nearby to see the town from above.
Breakfast was great and staff were pleasant. Not sure if my room was just not recently renovated and others are, but could use a fresh coat of paint. Shower curtain stained, fabric materials showing wear. The bed was quite hard but luckily lots of pillows to make it work. Area convenient in university area, nice lookout area nearby to see the town from above.
10
Akudo
Oct 20, 2022
·
Stayed 4 nights
Really nice hotel, centrally located, and well-designed rooms. Not really much to complain about, pros and cons below. PROS: Centrally located, can walk from the central station (it is uphill so maybe get the tram up and walk down), Nice room and large bed (not two mattresses pushd together like a lot of hotels), Water cooker and coffee provided in rooms, Large rooms and large shower, shower has like a pivoting head so nice for those of us who are shorter or taller than average, nice smelling lotion, soap, and shampoo, nice staff, restaurant and breakfast at hotel. CONS: Not really a con for me but the bed is on the floor so if you have trouble with your knees/back, it may be an issue for you, pillows got a bit flat and also I hate feather pillows- they could be fake feathers but pretty sure those are cruel to birds (along with any kind of 'down' except for the vegan alternatives). That's it, mostly all pros! Lovely hotel
Really nice hotel, centrally located, and well-designed rooms. Not really much to complain about, pros and cons below. PROS: Centrally located, can walk from the central station (it is uphill so maybe get the tram up and walk down), Nice room and large bed (not two mattresses pushd together like a lot of hotels), Water cooker and coffee provided in rooms, Large rooms and large shower, shower has like a pivoting head so nice for those of us who are shorter or taller than average, nice smelling lotion, soap, and shampoo, nice staff, restaurant and breakfast at hotel. CONS: Not really a con for me but the bed is on the floor so if you have trouble with your knees/back, it may be an issue for you, pillows got a bit flat and also I hate feather pillows- they could be fake feathers but pretty sure those are cruel to birds (along with any kind of 'down' except for the vegan alternatives). That's it, mostly all pros! Lovely hotel
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Christoph
Dec 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Small room, overprized
Small room, overprized
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Haytoug
Feb 23, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
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Mark
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No AC , no refrigerator in the room. Breakfast was very good.
No AC , no refrigerator in the room. Breakfast was very good.
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mariana
Jun 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel in a nice area. Very clean. Amazing Italian restaurant and amazing stuff. It is missing a mini-bar (small fridge) and AC.
Nice hotel in a nice area. Very clean. Amazing Italian restaurant and amazing stuff. It is missing a mini-bar (small fridge) and AC.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, attentive, and helpful, with thoughtful touches like preparing early takeaway breakfasts.
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Heidemarie
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Unser bevorzugtes Hotel bei unseren Zürich Aufenthalten. Die meisten Zimmer sind sehr schön. Ruhige Lage und gute Anbindung an die Tram. Sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Ausgezeichnetes Restaurant. Wunderbar
Unser bevorzugtes Hotel bei unseren Zürich Aufenthalten. Die meisten Zimmer sind sehr schön. Ruhige Lage und gute Anbindung an die Tram. Sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Ausgezeichnetes Restaurant. Wunderbar
8
susanne
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Comfortable hotel, convenient for the lake and old town. Bathroom small and dark but everything worked. Bar and restaurant available. Bar staff particularly friendly.
Comfortable hotel, convenient for the lake and old town. Bathroom small and dark but everything worked. Bar and restaurant available. Bar staff particularly friendly.
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Giles
Jan 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay and friendly staff
Great stay and friendly staff
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Bill
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location to explore Zurich old town on foot. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Good location to explore Zurich old town on foot. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
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miguel
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was professional and helpful. Breakfast was basic but good service. Would go back
Staff was professional and helpful. Breakfast was basic but good service. Would go back
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Stephanie
Jan 24, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was friendly and room was clean.
Staff was friendly and room was clean.
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ROBERT
Aug 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel for a short business trip, convenient location, well priced. The room was very comfortable and the staff were great.
Lovely hotel for a short business trip, convenient location, well priced. The room was very comfortable and the staff were great.
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Janice
Jun 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Property was really nice. It was well designed & furnished. They also had dining options listed on a chalkboard in the elevator along with hiking in the area. Staff was all really kind and helpful. Would highly recommend & would stay again.
Property was really nice. It was well designed & furnished. They also had dining options listed on a chalkboard in the elevator along with hiking in the area. Staff was all really kind and helpful. Would highly recommend & would stay again.
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Hanna
Jun 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very friendly service and a comfortable stay. Little extra touches made the service stand out positively. Excellent breakfast.
Very friendly service and a comfortable stay. Little extra touches made the service stand out positively. Excellent breakfast.
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Guy
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful service, spotless room & outstanding breakfast. Had to leave at 6am on checkout day & they prepared and left a big to-go breakfast for us to take along on the train. Easy transport via trams. Would definitely stay there again.
Wonderful service, spotless room & outstanding breakfast. Had to leave at 6am on checkout day & they prepared and left a big to-go breakfast for us to take along on the train. Easy transport via trams. Would definitely stay there again.
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Location
Quiet, convenient base near the university with easy tram links, and many guests walk to Old Town and the lake.
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Heidemarie
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Unser bevorzugtes Hotel bei unseren Zürich Aufenthalten. Die meisten Zimmer sind sehr schön. Ruhige Lage und gute Anbindung an die Tram. Sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Ausgezeichnetes Restaurant. Wunderbar
Unser bevorzugtes Hotel bei unseren Zürich Aufenthalten. Die meisten Zimmer sind sehr schön. Ruhige Lage und gute Anbindung an die Tram. Sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Ausgezeichnetes Restaurant. Wunderbar
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susanne
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Comfortable hotel, convenient for the lake and old town. Bathroom small and dark but everything worked. Bar and restaurant available. Bar staff particularly friendly.
Comfortable hotel, convenient for the lake and old town. Bathroom small and dark but everything worked. Bar and restaurant available. Bar staff particularly friendly.
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Janin
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
- Super Ausgangslage für einen Städtetrip nach Zürich (sowohl zu Fuß als auch mit den Verkehrsmitteln) - Zimmer sind sehr sauber aber etwas in die Jahre gekommen - Betten sind sehr bequem - Frühstücksbuffet ist ausreichend aber nicht spektakulär - wir durften früher aufs Zimmer Wir würden das Hotel definitiv weiterempfehlen!
- Super Ausgangslage für einen Städtetrip nach Zürich (sowohl zu Fuß als auch mit den Verkehrsmitteln) - Zimmer sind sehr sauber aber etwas in die Jahre gekommen - Betten sind sehr bequem - Frühstücksbuffet ist ausreichend aber nicht spektakulär - wir durften früher aufs Zimmer Wir würden das Hotel definitiv weiterempfehlen!
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Bill
Jul 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location to explore Zurich old town on foot. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Good location to explore Zurich old town on foot. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Brian
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable and clean room in a nice neighborhood near the University. Easy walk to center of town from here
Comfortable and clean room in a nice neighborhood near the University. Easy walk to center of town from here
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Caroline
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet neighborhood near public transportation
Quiet neighborhood near public transportation
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wells
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Met our need well as a place with access to public transportation
Met our need well as a place with access to public transportation
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Vaughn
Jun 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel on a good location (quiet but close to downtown/old town). Very nice staff and great on site restaurant.
Nice hotel on a good location (quiet but close to downtown/old town). Very nice staff and great on site restaurant.
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Haytoug
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
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David
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
An easy team ride to the hotel. And a nice walk to the lake for dinner
An easy team ride to the hotel. And a nice walk to the lake for dinner
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Dining
Breakfast quality ranges from basic to exceptional, and the attached Italian restaurant, bar, and lobby cafe earn frequent praise.
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Heidemarie
Oct 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Unser bevorzugtes Hotel bei unseren Zürich Aufenthalten. Die meisten Zimmer sind sehr schön. Ruhige Lage und gute Anbindung an die Tram. Sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Ausgezeichnetes Restaurant. Wunderbar
Unser bevorzugtes Hotel bei unseren Zürich Aufenthalten. Die meisten Zimmer sind sehr schön. Ruhige Lage und gute Anbindung an die Tram. Sehr nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. Ausgezeichnetes Restaurant. Wunderbar
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Mitchell
Sep 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel near the university, with great restaurant and cafe in the lobby!
Lovely hotel near the university, with great restaurant and cafe in the lobby!
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miguel
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was professional and helpful. Breakfast was basic but good service. Would go back
Staff was professional and helpful. Breakfast was basic but good service. Would go back
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Peter
Sep 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
First off, the hotel is now the Plattendorf, not the 'Design'. Orbitz: you need to let them change it. A fair walk from the HB, the room was fine. The Italian restaurant attached has great Italian food. All in all a fine hotel (no free breakfast...)
First off, the hotel is now the Plattendorf, not the 'Design'. Orbitz: you need to let them change it. A fair walk from the HB, the room was fine. The Italian restaurant attached has great Italian food. All in all a fine hotel (no free breakfast...)
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Vaughn
Jun 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel on a good location (quiet but close to downtown/old town). Very nice staff and great on site restaurant.
Nice hotel on a good location (quiet but close to downtown/old town). Very nice staff and great on site restaurant.
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Hanna
Jun 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very friendly service and a comfortable stay. Little extra touches made the service stand out positively. Excellent breakfast.
Very friendly service and a comfortable stay. Little extra touches made the service stand out positively. Excellent breakfast.
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Haytoug
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
The building is charming. With a very nicely decorated interior. It is also well located. In a nice, quiet, cozy neighborhood, but at a walking distance from the popular, largfe area of Old Town Zurich, with all its landmarks, stores, restaurants, etc. There is a bakery, and a mini-mart, in the immediate vicinity (3-minute walk). They were open very early, even though it was the end-of-year season, and pretty much everything was closed, everywhere, in this city… The rooms are... let's say… minimalistic. But nice, clean, quiet. There was no thermostat control in the room itself, but it was well heated, the air was clean, the insulation was good, the temperature was quite warm and comfortable (end of December). The price a bit too high, all things considered. But things are often like that, in Zurich. The breakfast is exceptional. And it is offered in a huge, impressive room. The young lady who was there, Yanna, was an angel. It was very early in the morning, and she had prepared the buffet impeccably, seemingly all by herself (it was December 30, and there weren't too many people working, in this city, during that period of time…) And although there was a coffee machine, she offered to prepare and serve the first - the most crucial! - cup of coffee of the early morning. It was just perfect.
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Mark
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No AC , no refrigerator in the room. Breakfast was very good.
No AC , no refrigerator in the room. Breakfast was very good.
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Guy
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful service, spotless room & outstanding breakfast. Had to leave at 6am on checkout day & they prepared and left a big to-go breakfast for us to take along on the train. Easy transport via trams. Would definitely stay there again.
Wonderful service, spotless room & outstanding breakfast. Had to leave at 6am on checkout day & they prepared and left a big to-go breakfast for us to take along on the train. Easy transport via trams. Would definitely stay there again.
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mariana
Jun 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel in a nice area. Very clean. Amazing Italian restaurant and amazing stuff. It is missing a mini-bar (small fridge) and AC.
Nice hotel in a nice area. Very clean. Amazing Italian restaurant and amazing stuff. It is missing a mini-bar (small fridge) and AC.
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Kevin
May 15, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were not large, but very well organized and very clean. The focaccia panini in the lounge were nice for lunch. A great place for a day or 2 stay.
Rooms were not large, but very well organized and very clean. The focaccia panini in the lounge were nice for lunch. A great place for a day or 2 stay.
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Alexandra
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
It was ok.
It was ok.
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Stephanie
Jan 24, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was friendly and room was clean.
Staff was friendly and room was clean.
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Giles
Jan 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay and friendly staff
Great stay and friendly staff
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miguel
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was professional and helpful. Breakfast was basic but good service. Would go back
Staff was professional and helpful. Breakfast was basic but good service. Would go back
FAQs about Design Hotel Plattenhof
Is parking available at the hotel?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of CHF 25.00 per day. Additionally, nearby parking is available for CHF 25 per night, located 164 ft away.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A buffet breakfast is served for a fee of approximately CHF 21 for adults and children. Serving hours are weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed at the hotel with a fee of CHF 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for arrangements.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The hotel offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Specific details regarding bathrooms and pool access features are not provided.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Zürich Center, just a 3-minute drive from Bahnhofstrasse and 7 minutes from Letzigrund Stadium. It is also 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Zoo Zurich and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria. Public transport options are available nearby.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the hotel, and children under 12 years of age can stay for free.
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The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- 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 and cash
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Cashless transactions are available
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 21 for adults and CHF 21 for children
- Self parking fee: CHF 25.00 per day
- Nearby parking fee: CHF 25 per night (164 ft away)
- Pet fee: CHF 30 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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