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Ambassador Hotel ZurichvsThe Dolder Grand
Both Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador a l’Opera and The Dolder Grand are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, The Dolder Grand is preferred by most professionals compared to Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador a l’Opera. The Dolder Grand scores 87 with approval from 11 sources including Fodor's, Concierge and Condé Nast Traveler.
Ambassador Hotel Zurich
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
The Telegraph The Telegraph
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
OysterUpscale
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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 Telegraph8.0
"Ambassador Hotel pairs neo-Baroque exteriors with sophisticated design to suit its handsome neighbour, Zurich Opera House" Full review
The Dolder Grand Michelin Guide
Concierge
Lonely Planet Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide
Time Out Show All Reviews
Kurhausstrasse 65, Zurich 8032, Switzerland
From $328/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide "The embodiment of exclusivity."
Concierge "After one of the most anticipated and ambitious hotel renovations of recent years, the Dolder Grand was relaunched in 2008 as a luxe urban resort that's almost more spa than hotel."
Lonely Planet "This hotel has turrets and balconies and occupies a quiet and panoramic position on the edge of the Zürichberg." Full review
Star Service "Zurich's modern monarch, this exceptional design-hotel has proven itself to be the best of its ilk in the city and the country." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Between the city and the woodlands—the location "means you get a good balance of urban and nature"—"this is the best hotel in Zurich."" Full review
Afar Magazine "Situated high above Zurich, with a sweeping forest and a golf course for company, it offers breathtaking views of the city, the lake, and even—on clear days—the Alps." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Inside, gently curving hallways evoke a 2001: A Space Odyssey sort of mood, and wooden doors open to reveal quietly modern guest rooms." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"On a hillside a 15-minute funicular and tram journey from central Zurich, the Dolder brands itself as a ‘city resort’ and has an impressive roster of facilities to back up the claim." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Nestled between forests and a golf course and perched on a hill above Lake Zurich, The Dolder Grand majestically overlooks the financial center of Switzerland." Full review
Time Out "Some love it for its secluded location, but others will miss the city’s hustle and bustle." Full review
