Zähringerstr 16, Zurich Old Town - City Center, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland
#7 of 19 B&Bs and inns in Zurich
Guests' ChoiceBased on 409 hotel reviews
8.2Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.0
Free Wifi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 12, 2025
Rossella
ItalyThe room was a bit small, I would have liked a bigger desk
Very good located and convenient room, suitable for a solo traveler for a couple of nights. The staff is professional and nice, thank you!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 9, 2025
Elena
FinlandCoffee machine or tea kettle in the room would be nice.
Location close to train station and in the old town. Clean, spacious room. Nice staff. Complementary coffee at the hotel reception - it is un another building not far away. l
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 1, 2025
Gregory
AustraliaThe guest house only has 2 person rooms, so larger groups need multiple rooms. There is no tea or coffee making facilities in the rooms, however, they are provided in reception for free. The guesthouse has multiple floors and the lift is very small, so getting large luggage to your room can be an interesting experience.
Alexander Guesthouse is a great place to stay in Zurich for a short visit. It is close to the main train station in the center of the city, shops and restaurants. It is in the funky Old Town area. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the guest house is clean and well maintained.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 28, 2025
Awis
United StatesThe location of the hotel is strategic, the service was friendly when I arrived and was told about the car park, the place was clean, the bathroom was also very clean, and breakfast was also provided in the morning.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: February 23, 2025
Kirsten
AustraliaHeavy doors to get in when you are entering the building.
Great location in the old town but close to train station. Nice room with view of courtyard trees. As it’s past of Alexander Hotel one street over, you can pop in and get a free coffee and apple all day.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 15, 2025
Kseniia
GermanyA bit hard to find at the check in
The location was perfect.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 9, 2025
Maria
IrelandLess facilities than advertised
Quiet so slept very well
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 31, 2025
Kaya
TurkeyNothing
Everythink is perfect. Thats all
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 9, 2025
Aurelie
FranceReally good location, hotel room is comfortable.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: January 7, 2025
Alexandra
ItalyEnjoyed my stay and reasonably priced for Zurich. Good size room, excellent location close to everything on foot including the train station. Nice touch to offer coffee/tea/water in the reception area.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 3, 2025
Leeanne
AustraliaNo complaints, really. Whist it would always be nice to have a jug in the room for tea and coffee, to compensate for this, the hotel had complimentary coffee and tea in the foyer, as well as free fresh fruit for guests. A nice touch
The rooms were comfortable and clean, fresh looking, and light. The staff were very helpful with all onwards travel advice and support. Early checkin was also given. This was appreciated after a long trip. Breakfast was excellent and good value. The restaurant staff were welcoming, generous, and brilliant at what they do. The location was excellent, close to restaurants and boutique shops, and very close to the river, transport, and train station. Complimentary water served in rooms. I would stay here again..
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: December 28, 2024
Athanasia
LatviaEverything was fine except it was a bit too expensive for 1 night. But staff, location and room was good!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 13, 2024
David
United StatesOur only suggestion would be better lighting in the room. There were small swivel wall lights near each bed that were nice for reading but otherwise just a ceiling light that was somewhat dim. Even just a lamp on the desk would help.
Great location, clean, and very friendly and helpful staff. The hotel provides free access to the art museum, which was nice. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 13, 2024
Timothy
PortugalVery helpful and friendly welcome. extremely good location.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Corrado
ItalyThe staff has been very kind. The hotel is providing nice extras such as water, coffee and apples.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 25, 2024
Smith
CanadaThin walls can hear neighbours
Location Very nice pillows
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: November 20, 2024
Aleksey
ArmeniaCan get noisy. In summer time with an open window you'll be hearing church clocks every half hour throughout the night. Didn't bother me the second night with the window closed. Not the best place to go with a bulky suitcase (tiny elevator and stairs). Water, tea and coffee are free but only available at the main hotel now (which is a small block away) and bringing hot cups into room can be a challenge with their "slide in the card" system.
Really great location, very friendly and helpful staff, clean, rooms eventhough small are reasonably comfortable, esp if your suitcase fits under the bed.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: October 29, 2024
Ann
United StatesPrime location, clean room and friendly staff! Would recommend staying.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 23, 2024
Youssef
GermanyEverything was as expected.
The receptionist has been very helpful in providing information about the town and its attractions.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 13, 2024
Joy
AustraliaIt was very noisy at night with the church near by.
Great location - close to the train station and then to the old city.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 19, 2024
Scott
United StatesCan be a bit noisy at night.
Good budget location that is a short walk from central transit station. Breakfast is a good choice if you need a variety of calories for a long travel day.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 18, 2024
Vicky
United KingdomGreat central hotel, pretty much in the heart of Zurich. The owner was very hospitable and gave us great recommendations. We happened to be there during an annual festival which covers the whole of old town which was extremely fun and made me experience a whole new side of Zurich! There's also small extras like coffees and teas available wherever you like which was a lovely addition ☺️
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: September 15, 2024
Cheng
China1. The light is dim 2. Wi-Fi speed is OK, but it disconnects from time to time
Friendly staff
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 12, 2024
Yuri
BrazilThere is no air-conditioning in the rooms, which is awful during the very warm summer nights. There is only small and insufficient ventilators.
Great location near the river and train station. Clean and simple.
Stayed in September 2024
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