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Townhouse Boutique HotelvsBaur au Lac
Townhouse Boutique Hotel and Baur au Lac are both recommended by professionals. On balance, Baur au Lac scores significantly better than Townhouse Boutique Hotel. Baur au Lac ranks #2 in Zurich with praise from 15 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Hideaway Report and The Telegraph.
Townhouse Boutique Hotel
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Schutzengasse 7, Zurich 8001, Switzerland
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Dry Cleaning
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The Townhouse Boutique Hotel is a stylish three-and-a-half-pearl property in the heart of Zurich, around the corner from high-end shopping along the Bahnhofstrasse." Full review
Travel + Leisure "An intimate property with only 21 rooms, in the center of the city, Townhouse is only a block from the main train station and famous walking streets." Full review
Lonely Planet "With a cracking location only steps from the train station and the shops of Bahnhofstrasse, this stylish five-storey hotel offers friendly service and a host of welcoming touches." Full review
Michelin Guide "It’s a cozy boutique hotel that’s fashioned...these 23 guest rooms, and three suites, are charming and slightly quirky, lined with vibrant vintage-inspired wallpaper" 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
