Hotel Bistrol ZurichvsBaur au Lac
Both Bristol Hotel Zurich and Baur au Lac are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Baur au Lac scores significantly higher than Bristol Hotel Zurich. Baur au Lac has a TripExpert Score of 93 with endorsements from 15 sources like Hideaway Report, Concierge and Frommer's.
Hotel Bistrol Zurich
Stampfenbachstrasse 34, Zurich 8035, Switzerland
From $62/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"This conservative, small-scale hotel stands on a hill near the main train station, behind the major road to the airport." Full review
Star Service
"This is a "basic" tourist-class hotel offering relatively moderate rates and an excellent location. The standards file it into the mama and papa category, and budgeters do best here." Full review
Baur au Lac Show All Reviews
Talstrasse 1, Zurich 8022, Switzerland
From $531/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Magnificent 19C architecture... and plentiful and attentive staff."
Concierge
"Baur au Lac, which has been overlooking Lake Zurich since 1844, is something of a touchstone for travelers seeking old-school elegance."
Travel + Leisure
"This 168-year-old family-owned hotel in the city center, overlooking Lake Zürich, is both historic and up-to-date: more than $160 million has been spent on renovations over the past decade." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Impeccable location right in the heart of the city, on the lake and steps away from the Bahnhofstrasse, yet secluded in its own private park."
Star Service
"One of Switzerland's most celebrated properties, this refined traditionalist vies with the fabled Widder, the latter proffering a bolder modern eclecticism." Full review
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With a mere three francs separating frugal guests from partaking in the morning buffet, avoid the overpriced Continental spread (US$46).
Fodor's
"Franz Liszt. Kings and queens, empresses and dukes took turns visiting, making this hotel a truly upper-crust establishment." Full review
Afar Magazine
"This esteemed five-star hotel, set in its own park overlooking Lake Zurich and the Alps, has a remarkable 170-year history." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Considered one of the best hotels in Europe, the five-pearl Baur au Lac is a 170-year-old property set in beautiful gardens on the edge of Lake Zurich, just off Zurich’s famous luxury shopping street." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The grand dame of Zurich hotels; Baur au Lac typifies the quiet, good taste that this affluent city exudes." Full review
Hideaway Report
97.0
"Renowned historic lakeside hotel dating from 1844, set in a lovely park near the fashionable shopping and banking district." Full review