Best Hotels in
Zurich

The most prestigious address in Zurich since 1844 — a private park hotel set between the lake and the river with manicured gardens, antique-filled rooms of timeless elegance, and a grill restaurant that remains the city's most important business dining room. Swiss luxury at its most assured.

• Lake Garden
• Iconic
• Swiss Grand Hotel

★ 9.4 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A 1899 fairy-tale castle on the Zürichberg hill above the city, dramatically expanded by Norman Foster in 2008 with a 4,000 sqm spa, a two-Michelin-star restaurant, and panoramic lake and Alps views. One of Switzerland's most extraordinary properties — half grand historic hotel, half contemporary art palace.

• Norman Foster
• Spa
• Panoramic Views

★ 9.3 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A labyrinthine conversion of nine medieval townhouses in the heart of the Altstadt, with rooms spanning from cave-like medieval cellars to a contemporary glass penthouse — each completely different in character. One of Switzerland's most original hotel experiences and a genuine labour of architectural love.

• Medieval Townhouses
• Altstadt
• Architectural Gem

★ 9.2 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A design hotel on the western lake shore 10 minutes from the city by S-Bahn, with a rooftop pool overlooking the Zürichsee and Alps, minimalist interiors, and an excellent contemporary restaurant. The best option for those who prioritise lake swimming and a peaceful setting over urban convenience.

• Lakeside
• Rooftop Pool
• Alps View

★ 9.1 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A sleek glass-and-steel contemporary tower on Beethovenstrasse with well-proportioned rooms, a stylish restaurant, and a spa with a 15-metre indoor pool. The most reliable luxury business hotel in central Zurich, with consistently high service standards.

• Business Luxury
• Spa
• Central

★ 9.0 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A grand 1876 hotel facing the Hauptbahnhof with a complete restoration that has preserved the Belle Époque lobby while adding a superb Japanese restaurant (Masa) and contemporary rooms. Outstanding value for a five-star so close to the central station.

• Belle Époque
• Main Station
• Value Luxury

★ 8.9 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A provocatively designed boutique hotel in Zurich's most vibrant neighbourhood with circus-themed interiors, a rooftop sauna open to the sky, and rooms priced well below the city average. The best base for accessing Zurich's nightlife, independent restaurants, and the creative industries quarter.

• Design
• Langstrasse
• Nightlife

★ 8.8 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

An historic hotel perched on the Uetliberg summit (869m) above the city, reachable by a 20-minute S-Bahn train with rooms overlooking the entire Swiss Plateau from the Alps to the Jura. The only hotel in Switzerland where you can watch the sun rise over the Alps from your bed and be in central Zurich by 8 AM.

• Mountain Summit
• Panoramic Views
• Unique

★ 8.8 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

Zurich's best-regarded hostel in a central Altstadt location, offering private rooms alongside dorms with excellent cleanliness standards, a helpful team, and easy access to the Niederdorf bar quarter. By far the best budget option in the city centre.

• Budget
• Central
• Altstadt

★ 8.7 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A spotlessly clean, traditionally furnished hotel on a prime Altstadt corner with colourfully painted facades, comfortable rooms, and a Swiss-themed restaurant serving fondue and Zürcher Geschnetzeltes. The most characterful mid-range option in the old town.

• Swiss Character
• Altstadt
• Traditional

★ 8.6 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation

A pleasant three-star boutique in the Altstadt with well-maintained rooms, a good breakfast, and a central location steps from the Lindenhügel and the Fraumünster church. Consistently well-reviewed for value and staff friendliness.

• Value
• Boutique
• Altstadt

★ 8.5 Hotelier's Choice score, 40+ criteria · Many rooms include free cancellation