Hotel California - Zurich

Hotel California - Zurich

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Hotel California - Zurich
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Overview

Situated about 5 minutes' walk from Limmat, the 3-star Hotel California Zurich includes 19 rooms. The smoke-free hotel features Wi-Fi, provided throughout the property.

Location

Located merely 900 feet from the towered Romanesque cathedral "Grossmunster", the hotel is also a stroll from Arboretum. Located near a subway station, the property is just a 9-minute stroll from Old Town. This Zurich hotel allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Lake Zurich 0.4 miles away. Hotel California also gives quick access to Helmhaus Gallery, located around 5 minutes' walk away.

For those traveling from afar, Kloten airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Some of the non-smoking rooms feature a multi-channel television as well as a minibar and a coffeemaker. For more comfort a hairdryer and bath sheets along with a bathtub and a separate toilet are provided.

Eat & Drink

A cocktail bar is available on site. You can dine at Confiserie Sprungli, 600 feet away.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:00
from 07:00-11:00
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs CHF 25 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Croatian, Slovenian
Building
Number of rooms:19
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Rooms and availability

Comfort Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cribs

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Hotel California

💵 Lowest room price 151 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
🗺️ Location rating 9.0
✈️ Distance to airport 7.7 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kloten, ZRH

Location
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Schifflaende 18, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001
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Schifflaende 18, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Church
Grossmunster
100 yd
Utoquai
Lake Zurich
100 yd
Museums
Museum of Art
100 yd
Church
Fraumunster Church
100 yd
Square
Buerkliplatz
100 yd
Church
St. Peter Church
100 yd
Opera House
Zurich Opera House
100 yd
Museums
Helmhaus
100 yd
Munsterbrucke
Monument to Hans Waldmann
100 yd
Muensterhof 20
Zunfthaus zur Meisen
100 yd
Square
Sechselautenplatz
100 yd
Limmatquai
100 yd
Right bank of Limmat river
Niederdorf
100 yd
Public Building
Stadthaus
100 yd
Limmat
100 yd
Restaurant
Sternen Grill
100 yd
Restaurant
Vorderer Sternen
100 yd
Restaurant
Joe & The Juice
100 yd
Restaurant
Belcafe Pizza & Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Sterne Foifi
100 yd
Restaurant
ViCAFE Munsterhof
100 yd
Restaurant
Thai Bamboo
100 yd
Restaurant
Cabaret Voltaire
100 yd
Restaurant
Tasty
100 yd
Restaurant
Metzgerei Z'graggen
100 yd

Reviews of Hotel California

8.2 /10
Great
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Location9.0
Rooms9.0
Service8.4
Dining8.8
Facilities6.8
Guest reviewsWrite a Review
  • G
    Grace
    United Kingdom
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jan 19
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    7.0
    clean room
    cozy atmosphere
    uncomfortable bed

    the room was clean and cozy, but the bed was uncomfortable to sleep on.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • C
    Christian
    United Kingdom
    left 11 reviews
    Wrote a review on Dec 31
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    convenient location
    helpful staff
    comfortable beds
    noise disturbances

    Loved the location—just minutes from the lake and attractions. Staff offered helpful local tips, and the room had a cool design with comfy beds. My only downside was the noise from the bar below, but overall, a great stay!

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • C
    Chris
    United Kingdom
    left 11 reviews
    Wrote a review on Dec 22
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service9.0
    Dining7.0
    7.0
    breakfast

    Breakfast staff was terrific!

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • R
    Rosie
    United Kingdom
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on Nov 16
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service7.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    great location
    clean room
    prompt staff
    noisy nights
    breakfast quality

    Location stood out. It’s right in the heart of Zurich, making it easy to explore local attractions. The room itself had a charming, quirky décor with wooden floors. It was always clean, which I appreciated. The staff was prompt and responsive when I needed assistance. my sleep was quite affected due to persistent noise from the bar downstairs and street traffic late into the night. The breakfast left much to be desired. it lacked fresh options and was more basic than I expected. Another downside was the air conditioning, which didn’t work effectively, leaving the room uncomfortably warm during my stay. The single fan provided felt inadequate. I enjoyed the uniqueness of the hotel’s theme, however, the noise and comfort factors really impacted my experience.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • J
    Joseph
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Nov 15
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    decor
    location
    noise

    a Quirky American-themed decor
    b Centrally located and walkable to key sites
    c Personalized accommodation arrangements

    a Noise from nearby bar

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • J
    Jessica
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Nov 03
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    comfortable bed
    exterior noise

    The room was well-equipped, with good

    facilities and a comfortable bed. I appreciated the modern lift access through the restaurant, making it convenient with luggage. The staff was incredibly helpful in providing local insights, making my stay even more enjoyable despite some exterior noise at night.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • G
    Grayson
    United Kingdom
    left 10 reviews
    Wrote a review on Oct 15
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service7.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    helpful staff
    ineffective air conditioning
    poor cleanliness

    Friendly and helpful staff with a great location.

    I experienced several frustrating issues during my stay. First, the air conditioning in my room was ineffective, making it uncomfortably warm. the cleanliness left much to be desired. I had to request towels and coffee supplies multiple times. To top it off, the noise from the nearby bar and street significantly disrupted my sleep.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • N
    Nathaniel
    United Kingdom
    left 16 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jul 29
    Very good
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service7.0
    Dining6.0
    7.0
    spacious room
    quirky decor
    ample charging ports
    noisy atmosphere
    average cleanliness

    The Superior Double or Twin Room was spacious and had a unique vibe, with quirky American-themed decor that I really liked. The fridge was a nice touch, too. I found it a bit noisy at night coming from the nearby bar, which made it tough to sleep. the cleanliness was good but not exceptional. Still, I enjoyed the comfy beds and the well-thought-out amenities like plenty of charging ports.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • J
    Jimmy
    United Kingdom
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on Jun 06
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    10
    room
    staff
    location

    strongly recommend for a swift visit

    Comfortable room, friendly staff, located just 10 minutes from the main station, making it easy to explore the city.

    Everything was fantastic.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • P
    Penelope
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on Jun 05
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service9.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    central location
    helpful staff
    spacious room

    The location was super central, just a short walk from the train station! Staff were friendly and helpful, and we really appreciated the spacious room with the wooden floor, nice touch! Breakfast at the restaurant had a fantastic selection.

    Exceeded expectations.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • C
    Christian
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on May 29
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    quirky decor
    unbeatable location

    The location was unbeatable—just a short walk to the river. The quirky American decor made my stay super fun!

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
  • H
    Harper
    United Kingdom
    left 5 reviews
    Wrote a review on Apr 01
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    great location
    wooden floor room
    good breakfast
    poor air conditioning

    i had a great time at california, way better than my last stay in the city! the location was fantastic, close to everything and we loved the room with a wooden floor. breakfast was good, but could be better for the price.

    the air conditioning was not working well.

    Superior Double Or Twin Room
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