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About the Hotel

Zaehringerstr 16, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

Rooms & Amenities

Alexander Guesthouse Zurich Old Town offers 20 non-smoking rooms with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and soundproof windows. Rooms include private bathrooms with showers, hairdryers, and parquet floors. Twin rooms have two separate single beds (90cm), while double rooms are preferred by couples. Single rooms feature a 90cm bed. Children under 6 stay free in parents' beds.

Dining & Breakfast

Breakfast is available at Hotel Alexander's main building for CHF 21 per person, served daily from 7:00-10:30 AM (extended to 11:00 AM on Sundays). The buffet includes fresh regional products, gluten-free bread, and lactose-free milk options. Nearby, Niederdorf's cafés and restaurants serve local and international cuisine.

Location & Transport

The guesthouse is in Zurich's Old Town, a 5-minute walk from Zurich Main Station. Nearby landmarks include St. Peter Church, Bahnhofstrasse shopping street, and Lake Zurich. The airport is a 10-minute train ride away. Tram 4 stops 50 meters from the hotel. Parking is available for CHF 30 per day.

Local Attractions

Guests receive free entry to Zurich Zoo (max. 4 admissions). The Lindt Home of Chocolate, with its 9-meter fountain and interactive tours, is a 30-minute tram ride away. The Old Town's narrow streets (Rennweg, Augustinergasse) feature boutiques and antique shops. The Kunsthaus Zurich and FIFA World Football Museum are within walking distance.

Services & Extras

The family-run guesthouse provides a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and running routes (4km, 5km, 7km) starting at the hotel. Public transport tickets and Zurich City Tour bookings are available. The hotel participates in Swisstainable (Level II) for sustainable tourism. Ironing facilities and heating are provided in all rooms.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Single Room

Max:

1 person

130 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

130 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

130 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Zurich1700 ft

Airports

Kloten (ZRH) 6.9 mi

St. Gallen-Altenrhein (ACH) 65.4 mi

Train

Zürich Hauptbahnhof2000 ft

Bus

Bus stop1000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

CHF 30 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Zaehringerstr 16, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

Map view

Zaehringerstr 16, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

City landmarks

Museum

Swiss National Museum

2900 ft

Mall

Bahnhofstrasse

2700 ft

Church

Grossmunster

2700 ft

Zoo

Zoo Zurich

1.5 mi

Park

Lindenhof hill

2700 ft

Museum

Museum of Art

2900 ft

Landmark

Lake Zurich

1.2 mi

Church

Fraumunster Church

2700 ft

Square

Buerkliplatz

2700 ft

Landmark

Zurich

2900 ft

Square

Paradeplatz

2700 ft

Landmark

Old Town

2900 ft

Landmark

Urania Observatory

2700 ft

Church

St. Peter Church

2700 ft

Park

Platzspitz park

2900 ft

Museum

Museum of Design

2900 ft

Museum

museum of wax moulages

2200 ft

Opera House

Zurich Opera House

2900 ft

Landmark

Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zurich

4800 ft

Museum

Helmhaus

2700 ft

Museum

Haus Konstruktiv

4800 ft

Landmark

Limmatquai

2700 ft

Library

Zentralbibliothek

2900 ft

Museum

FIFA World Football Museum

1.5 mi

Nearby

Museum

Zoological Museum

900 ft

Museum

focusTerra

1500 ft

Historic Site

Augusto Giacometti Entrance Hall

900 ft

Museum

Haus zum Rech

1000 ft

Right bank of Limmat river

Niederdorf

1200 ft

Bahnhofplatz

Alfred Escher memorial fountain

1500 ft

Restaurants

McDonald's

400 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 30

Kon-Tiki Bar

600 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 24

dieci Gelateria & Take-Away Zurich

700 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 40

1001 Gmbh

800 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 4

bQm

1300 ft

Leonhardstrasse 34

Piadina-Bar

900 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 2

Louis Take Away

900 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 10

Pizza Nation

1000 ft

Rosengasse 3

ETH Mensa Polyterrasse

1400 ft

Leonhardstrasse 34

Ass-Bar GmbH

1000 ft

Stuessihofstatt 6

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

John

United States, January 2024

8.0/10

I loved the peaceful atmosphere of this hotel, even though it's like a separate section of the main hotel. The rooms were quiet and had a lovely view of the garden, but the hot temperature was a drawback. It's worth noting that the bedding often consists of two single beds pushed together, which may not suit everyone.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms felt like a depandance of the main hotel, quiet with a garden view.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent with helpful and kind staff who offered us coffee and croissants during our stay.

Location

8.0

The location, although central, is in the red light district of Zurich, which is relatively mild. It's near the train station and restaurants, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were good, including a great breakfast at a reasonable price and free wifi in the room. There are also places to eat within a short walking distance.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers succulent organic chicken dishes and free wifi in the rooms. The facilities were overall very satisfactory.

Quiet

Two beds pushed together

David

United States, November 2023

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were super clean but quite small and basic. On the plus side, the service was amazing, and the central location was very convenient. However, the dining options were a bit scarce, and the facilities were limited.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be super clean and neat, including the toilet and bath.

Service

9.0

The service at this hotel was amazing. The staff were extremely nice and helpful, especially with parking and room assistance.

Location

7.0

The hotel's position was very nice, being perfectly situated in the center of Zurich. Although it was central, there were some drawbacks to this location.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was quite basic, with typical European choices. However, the quality was good, and the coffee was nice.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were a bit limited, but acceptable for a short stay.

clean

small rooms