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Hotel du Theatre by FassbindvsBaur au Lac
Both properties are rated highly by experts. Overall, Baur au Lac is the choice of most professionals compared to Hotel du Theatre by Fassbind. Baur au Lac scores 93 with praise from 15 reviews like Hideaway Report, Forbes Travel Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Hotel du Theatre by Fassbind
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Lonely Planet Frommer's
Seilergraben 69, Zurich 8001, Switzerland
From $269/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "La Suite Lounge has a roof terrace for breakfast and international dishes. Only a few minutes walk from the main station."
Frommer's "The tall, thin architecture of the building itself, along with a glass facade, sets the stage for the drama going on inside." Full review
Lonely Planet "It is the collection of contemporary art created from 180-odd stage photos uncovered during renovation works that is the pièce de resistance." Full review
Frommer's "Hard to believe that this stylish B&B near the main railway station once housed a German-language theater in the 1950s. The most theatrical element nowadays is its modern glass..." Full review
Baur au Lac Michelin Guide
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Oyster
The Telegraph
Hideaway Report 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
OysterLuxury
"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 Telegraph9.0
"The grand dame of Zurich hotels; Baur au Lac typifies the quiet, good taste that this affluent city exudes." Full review
Hideaway Report97.0
"Renowned historic lakeside hotel dating from 1844, set in a lovely park near the fashionable shopping and banking district." Full review
