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Plattenhof HotelvsBaur au Lac
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Baur au Lac ranks significantly higher than Plattenhof Hotel. Baur au Lac is ranked #2 in Zurich with praise from 14 reviews like Michelin Guide, The Telegraph and Oyster.
Plattenhof Hotel
Michelin Guide
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Plattenstrasse 26, Zurich 8032, Switzerland
From $100/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide "This hotel is in a residential quarter on the edge of the city centre."
OysterMid-Range
"The Plattenhof Hotel is a small, stylish boutique hotel in a quiet neighborhood near the University of Zurich and several museums." Full review
Lonely Planet "This youthful minimalist design hotel in a quiet residential area has low Japanese-style beds, Molteni furniture and oak parquet floors, plus mood lighting in some rooms." 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
