Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town (Zurich, CH) from 75 £/night

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Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town

Niederdorfstrasse 40, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.3Great

Location9.5

Staff9.2

Comfort8.7

Free WiFi8.7

Cleanliness8.6

Who stays here

Couples44%

Solo22%

Families20%

Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.3Great

Location9.5

Staff9.2

Comfort8.7

Free WiFi8.7

Cleanliness8.6

Who stays here

Couples44%

Solo22%

Families20%

Groups13%

Family-run 4-star hotel in Zurich's Old Town with complimentary zoo tickets and mobile hotspots

Location

Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town sits in the pedestrianized Niederdorfstrasse, a 5-minute walk from Zurich Main Station. The Bahnhofstrasse shopping street, ETH Zurich university, and the car-free lake promenade are all within a few minutes on foot. Public transport links, including trams and the Polybahn cable car, stop directly outside the hotel.

Rooms & Amenities

The hotel provides air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms with soundproof windows and free Wi-Fi. Each room includes a mini-fridge stocked with complimentary drinks upon arrival, and guests can borrow a mobile hotspot device for internet on the go. The 24-hour front desk offers express check-in/out, currency exchange, and luggage storage.

Family & Children

Guests receive free entry tickets to Zurich Zoo for up to four visitors, covering a major family attraction. The hotel offers spacious rooms suitable for children and a generous breakfast service that accommodates specific dietary needs. Staff provide support for health and emergency services, and the family-run atmosphere ensures a personal experience.

Dining & Breakfast

A rich regional breakfast buffet is served daily, with hot options such as scrambled eggs and bacon, fresh fruit, and a variety of pastries. The breakfast staff accommodate dietary restrictions, including lactofree requests, and the hotel offers a coffee house on site for additional beverages. Complimentary tea, coffee, and apples are available 24/7 in the lobby.

Services & Extras

The hotel provides a 24-hour reception, private check-in/check-out, and a tour desk for arranging excursions. Additional services include airport shuttle (fee applies), laundry, ironing, and daily housekeeping. Guests can borrow an art museum season ticket against a deposit and use the safety deposit box for valuables.

Location: 5-minute walk from Zurich Main Station
Family: Complimentary Zurich Zoo tickets for up to four
Tech: Free mobile hotspot devices
Breakfast: Rich regional buffet with dietary accommodations
Extras: Complimentary drinks in mini-fridge upon arrival
Service: 24-hour front desk with currency exchange

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

Breakfast

All visitors are offered a continental breakfast for a fee.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Arabic

Building

Year renovated:2012

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:41

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Rooms and availability

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Small Double Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Business Renovated

Max:

1 person
Bed options:

1 Queen-size bed

Private bathroom
Non-smoking

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Renovated

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 Single bed

Private bathroom
Non-smoking

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Coffee shop

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Services

Paid shuttle service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Bathtub
Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

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Essential information about Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town

💵 Lowest room price	75 £
📏 Distance to centre	500 m
✈️ Distance to airport	11.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Kloten, ZRH

Location

Niederdorfstrasse 40, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

Address

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Niederdorfstrasse 40, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

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Niederdorfstrasse 40, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Museum

Swiss National Museum

710 m

Mall

Bahnhofstrasse

730 m

Museum

Museum of Art

740 m

Landmark

Lake Zurich

1.1 km

Church

Fraumunster Church

710 m

Landmark

Zurich

630 m

Zoo

Zoo Zurich

2.5 km

Square

Buerkliplatz

1.1 km

Square

Paradeplatz

990 m

Park

Platzspitz park

850 m

Museum

Museum of Design

1.4 km

Museum

museum of wax moulages

710 m

Landmark

Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zurich

1.4 km

Museum

Haus Konstruktiv

1.0 km

Opera House

Zuerich Opera House

1.2 km

Museum

FIFA World Football Museum

1.8 km

Church

Grossmunster

520 m

Badenerstrasse 420

Old Town

380 m

Uraniastrasse 9 Above Jules Verne Panorama Bar

Urania Observatory

370 m

Church

St. Peter Church

550 m

Museum

Zoological Museum

320 m

Museum

focusTerra

500 m

Historic Site

Augusto Giacometti Entrance Hall

190 m

Limmatquai

150 m

Museum

Helmhaus

590 m

Library

Zentralbibliothek

140 m

Right bank of Limmat river

Niederdorf

300 m

Museum

Haus zum Rech

290 m

Bahnhofplatz

Alfred Escher memorial fountain

410 m

Restaurant

Holy Cow Gourmet Burger Company

170 m

Restaurant

McDonald's

50 m

Restaurant

dieci Gelateria & Take-Away Zurich

120 m

Restaurant

Hasta Ice Cream

170 m

Restaurant

Grabli Bar

140 m

Restaurant

1001 Gmbh

180 m

Restaurant

Pizza Nation

210 m

Restaurant

Louis Take Away

190 m

Restaurant

Metzgerei Z'graggen

240 m

Restaurant

bQm

420 m

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FAQ about Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town

What popular attractions are closest to Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town?

Guests of Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town can visit Limmatquai Street (within close proximity of the accommodation), or Museum of Art placed 9 minutes' walk away.

What is the nearest airport to Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel?

Kloten airport lies within 15 km of Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel and is reachable with a 15-minute drive.

Is airport shuttle provided by the hotel?

Airport shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 15-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.

Does the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town have a car parking on site?

Yes, at the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town private parking is available on site for CHF 30 per day.

What are our dining options during the stay at the wonderful Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel?

Guests of the wonderful Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-restaurant Hiltl offering healthy cuisine.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel?

Guests of the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.

How much does a room at this wonderful hotel cost?

The price for a room in this wonderful hotel starts at $101.

What payment methods are available in the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town?

At the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.

What are the room types offered by the wonderful Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel?

The wonderful Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel provides such room types as Guest Room, King Room, and Twin Room.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel?

All rooms of the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town hotel feature a mini fridge bar as well as a private safe, some of them boast private bathrooms along with a tub.

Does the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town staff speak foreign languages?

Yes, the staff of the Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town can help you in Arabic, Italian, Spanish, German, and English.

Which facilities does this wonderful hotel provide?

This wonderful hotel is equipped with currency exchange and a lift as well as a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service for safety purposes.