Hotel Schweizerhof ZurichvsAmbassador Hotel Zurich
Both properties are recommended by professionals. On balance, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador a l’Opera ranks significantly better than Hotel Schweizerhof Zurich. Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador a l’Opera ranks #8 in Zurich with recommendations from 6 reviews including Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and Star Service.
Hotel Schweizerhof Zurich
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
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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
Ambassador Hotel Zurich
Falkenstrasse 6, Zurich 8008, Switzerland
From $353/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"This former patrician's house is right next to the opera house. As an extra in the rooms: electrically adjustable beds and espresso machines."
Frommer's
"One of our favorite hotels in Zurich is a small-scale gem with a lot of charm and pizzazz." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Ambassador à l’Opéra is an upscale, boutique property across the street from the Opera House and just a block from Lake Zurich." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This exceptional property, with 45 rooms and one suite, is located inside a former castle directly across from the opera house." Full review
Star Service
"This well-run hotel fits comfortably into the boutique category and delivers some serious competition to the more straightforward Eden Au Lac." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Ambassador à l’Opéra cuts a fine neo-Baroque figure beside Zurich Opera House. A good price to comfort ratio plays out in feather-soft beds, shiny bathrooms with natural toiletries and relative quiet." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Ambassador Hotel pairs neo-Baroque exteriors with sophisticated design to suit its handsome neighbour, Zurich Opera House" Full review