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Hotel Schweizerhof ZurichvsBaur au Lac
Hotel Schweizerhof Zurich and Baur au Lac are both highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Baur au Lac is the choice of most writers compared to Hotel Schweizerhof Zurich. Baur au Lac comes in at #2 in Zurich with positive reviews from 15 sources such as Oyster, Hideaway Report and The Telegraph.
Hotel Schweizerhof Zurich
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Bahnhofplatz 7, Zurich 8001, Switzerland
From $254/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Established in the 19C, this city hotel with its imposing facade stands at the entrance to the pedestrian zone and is just a few steps from the railway station."
Frommer's "Located in one of the city's busiest areas, the landmark Schweizerhof is accessible from anywhere in town by tram." Full review
Star Service "This hotel remains one of Europe's more attractive station hotels, a fact that helps to justify its high rates." Full review
i
Bowls of fruit await arrivals at the efficiently manned reception desk, where uniformed staff attend to requests with classic Swiss efficiency.
Travel + Leisure "This five-star hotel by the lake is located in the center of the city directly across from the train station features rooms and suites that are as spacious as they are luxurious." 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
i
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
