Hotel EuropevsWidder Hotel - Zurich's Luxury Hideaway
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Widder Hotel ranks significantly higher than Romantik Hotel Europe. Widder Hotel comes in at #1 in Zurich with recommendations from 14 publications such as Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Forbes Travel Guide.
Hotel Europe
Dufourstrasse 4, Zurich 8008, Switzerland
From $124/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"In keeping with the flair of the old buildings (erected 1898-1900) the rooms are harmoniously appointed with high quality and classically stylish furniture and fabrics."
Oyster
Upscale
"Located close to Lake Zurich, this upscale family-run hotel has an elegant atmosphere and provides a refreshing alternative to chain hotels." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The family-run Romantik Hotel Europe, which peeps onto Lake Zurich from a neo-Baroque castle, exudes creaky old-world charm with its striped wallpaper, antique furniture and glass chandeliers." Full review
Widder Hotel - Zurich's Luxury Hideaway Show All Reviews
Rennweg 7, Zurich 8001, Switzerland
From $331/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide
"Historic detail is combined with some lovely one-off decorative pieces."
Frommer's
"This is Zurich's most up-to-date deluxe hotel, rivaled in the neighborhood only by the superior Baur au Lac, but ahead of the Savoy in overall tranquillity and comfort." Full review
Concierge
"One of the earlier examples of Zurich's new design wave just celebrated its tenth birthdayand it's aging beautifully."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A stylish hotel in the equally grand district of Augustiner, the Widder is a pleasing fusion of modernity and traditional charm." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Unusual, wildly popular luxury hotel spread out over eight former historic townhouses in the Augustiner Quarter."
Star Service
"Competing directly with the more elaborate Baur au Lac, the Widder captures the hearts of well-heeled modernists looking for a more casual and eclectic place to call home." Full review
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Guests can even request their own personalized business cards for use while in Zurich.
Oyster
Luxury
"The Widder Hotel is a superbly renovated luxury property with medieval heritage located right in the center of Zurich." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The unassuming 5-star Widder Hotel comprises nine medieval townhouses that were painstakingly renovated over a 10-year period by Swiss architect Tilla Theus." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This completely unique property is comprised of nine centuries old restored townhouses." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Widder Hotel is an intriguing concoction of townhouses dating from the 15th century, artfully melded to make space for 49 unique rooms." Full review