HOTEL CALIFORNIA | Airport hotel in Zurich | From 151$/Night

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Hotel overview and key features

Schifflaende 18, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

Hotel California, a 3-star hotel, is located in the heart of Zurich's historic Old Town, 656.2 ft from Grossmünster and 0.5 miles from Lake Zurich. The hotel near Zurich Airport is accessible via tram number 4 from Helmhaus station, reaching the main station in 10 minutes. Nearby attractions include the Limmat riverbank, Niederdörfli shopping district, and Stadelhofen train station, a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

Rooms & Amenities

The Hotel California Zürich offers 19 rooms, including 6 family rooms accommodating up to 4 people. All rooms feature free WiFi, minibars, safes, and cable TV, with some including bathtubs and USB connections. The comfort double room has a double bed, while the family room includes a pull-out sofa.

Dining & Drinks

Papa Joe's Restaurant on the ground floor serves American dishes like burgers, spare ribs, and fajitas. The Caribbean Cocktail Bar offers drinks on the terrace, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options available. Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 10:30 AM in the restaurant.

Nearby Attractions

The hotel is within 0.5 miles of the opera, Kunsthaus, and Bahnhofstrasse. Guests can explore Lake Zurich by boat from Bürkliplatz or visit nearby museums like Helmhaus Art Museum. The reception provides brochures on Zurich's sights and events.

Guest Services

The reception offers luggage storage, tram tickets, and cab services. Laundry service is available with same-day return if delivered before 8:00 AM. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors.

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

165 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Comfort Quadruple Room

Max:

2 persons

240 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

Zurich1700 ft

Airports

Kloten (ZRH) 7.7 mi

St. Gallen-Altenrhein (ACH) 66.2 mi

Train

Zürich Stadelhofen1400 ft

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location info

Schifflaende 18, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

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Schifflaende 18, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

City landmarks

Mall

Bahnhofstrasse

2300 ft

Museum

Swiss National Museum

4500 ft

Park

Lindenhof hill

2200 ft

Badenerstrasse 420

Old Town

2300 ft

Square

Paradeplatz

2100 ft

Zoo

Zoo Zurich

1.8 mi

Museum

FIFA World Football Museum

4700 ft

Zurich

4200 ft

Uraniastrasse 9 Above Jules Verne Panorama Bar

Urania Observatory

2900 ft

Park

Platzspitz park

4800 ft

Museum

Zoological Museum

3300 ft

Pelikanstrasse 40

Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zurich

4700 ft

Museum

Haus Konstruktiv

4100 ft

Museum

focusTerra

4700 ft

Historic Site

Augusto Giacometti Entrance Hall

4800 ft

Nearby

Church

Grossmunster

900 ft

Utoquai

Lake Zurich

1400 ft

Museum

Museum of Art

1700 ft

Church

Fraumunster Church

1300 ft

Square

Buerkliplatz

1900 ft

Church

St. Peter Church

1800 ft

Opera House

Zurich Opera House

1800 ft

Museum

Helmhaus

700 ft

Munsterbrucke

Monument to Hans Waldmann

800 ft

Muensterhof 20

Zunfthaus zur Meisen

900 ft

Square

Sechselautenplatz

1100 ft

Limmatquai

1400 ft

Right bank of Limmat river

Niederdorf

1200 ft

Public Building

Stadthaus

1300 ft

Limmat

900 ft

Restaurants

Sternen Grill

700 ft

Theaterstrasse 22 Bellevue

Vorderer Sternen

800 ft

Theaterstrasse 22 Bellevue

Joe & The Juice

300 ft

Schifflaende 26 Hechtplatz

Belcafe Pizza & Bar

700 ft

Bellevueplatz Tramhaltestelle

Sterne Foifi

800 ft

Theaterstrasse 22

ViCAFE Munsterhof

1100 ft

Muensterhof 20 Zunfthaus zur Meisen

Thai Bamboo

1100 ft

Schoffelgasse 3

Cabaret Voltaire

1400 ft

Spiegelgasse 1

Tasty

1600 ft

Poststrasse 12

Metzgerei Z'graggen

1700 ft

Stuessihofstatt 10

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

82%

enjoyed their visit and would return

Mexican-style decor

Great service

No air circulation

Room price a bit high

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

8.8

Service

9.0

Dining

8.2

Harry

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with good amenities and friendly service. It is conveniently located in the city center but slightly far from the main station. The dining experience includes fresh items on order but lacks variety. Overall, a reasonable choice for its value but with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The room was kept clean and had good amenities.

Service

9.0

The service was friendly and accommodating.

Location

7.0

The hotel is in the city center but a little bit far away from the main station.

Dining

7.0

The dining included fresh items on order but lacked variety.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers standard facilities for a comfortable stay.

Edward

United States, November 2023

9.0/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were cozy and had all the amenities I needed. The service was outstanding with options for dry cleaning, housekeeping, and even a welcome drink. The location was superb, right in the heart of the city center. The dining experience was exceptional with fresh and delicious options available. I couldn't get enough of the facilities, especially the beautiful Mexican-style decor throughout the hotel.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were charming with a lovely Mexican style.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, offering dry cleaning, housekeeping, and a delightful welcome drink.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located in the city center, making it easy to explore local cafes and attractions.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was exceptional, with fresh and delicious options available for even vegetarians.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were fantastic and in line with the Mexican style of the hotel.

Mexican-style decor

No air circulation

David

United States, August 2023

8.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms had all the necessary amenities and were designed in a charming Mexican style. The only drawback was the lack of proper air circulation in the room. The service was excellent with convenient amenities like dry cleaning and housekeeping available. The location was superb, very close to the historical area of the city. However, the dining options were limited, especially for vegetarians. Overall, a good value for money with comfortable rooms and great service.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were in a lovely Mexican style and equipped with all amenities, but lacked proper air circulation.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with convenient amenities such as dry cleaning and housekeeping available.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located very close to the historical area of the city, making it a perfect spot for exploring.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were limited, especially for vegetarians, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were satisfactory, offering all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Jamie

United Kingdom, July 2023

9.0/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms were cozy and filled with all the amenities I needed, making my experience truly comfortable. The Mexican style decor added a unique touch to the ambiance. The service was exceptional, with attention to every detail, including dry cleaning and housekeeping services. The location was perfect, right in the heart of the city center, making it convenient to explore the area. The dining experience was delightful, offering fresh items on order and even catering to vegetarians. The facilities were top-notch, providing everything I required for a pleasant stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy and filled with all the amenities I needed, making my experience truly comfortable in Mexican style decor.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with attention to every detail, including dry cleaning and housekeeping services.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location in the heart of the city center was perfect for exploring the area easily.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed a delightful dining experience with fresh items available on order, catering to vegetarians as well.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, providing everything I required for a pleasant stay.

friendly staff

no air circulation

Arthur

United States, June 2023

8.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were modern and spacious with all the amenities I needed. The friendly staff made me feel right at home. However, the air conditioning wasn't working well. The location was perfect, walking distance to the lake and close to some nearby attractions. The dining experience was fantastic with fresh items on order. The facilities were top-notch, but a bit pricey.

Rooms

8.0

My room was spacious and modern, with all the amenities I could ask for.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal, within walking distance to the lake and close to some nearby attractions.

Dining

9.0

I enjoyed the dining experience with fresh items on order, perfect for vegetarians.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were excellent, but a bit on the pricey side.

friendly staff

pricey

Joseph

United Kingdom, May 2023

8.6/10

The hotel is located right in the center of the old town, making it convenient for exploring the city. The rooms are comfortable but lack proper air circulation. The service is excellent with attentive staff, although laundry service could be quicker. The dining options are diverse, catering even to vegetarians.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are comfortable but lack proper air circulation.

Service

9.0

The service is excellent with attentive staff, although laundry service could be quicker.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located right in the center of the old town, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

9.0

The dining options are diverse, catering even to vegetarians.