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  • This hotel is located in its own private park, with views of the Alps
  • Enjoy fine dining, take afternoon tea in the grand hall, and feel regal

A legendary five-star hotel

This famous five-star hotel in Zurich dates back to 1844 and epitomises luxury and elegance. Nestled in a prime location, the hotel offers stunning views of Lake Zurich and the majestic Swiss Alps. Its central position makes it an ideal base for exploring Zurich’s cultural attractions, such as the Kunsthaus Zurich, the Opera House, and the upscale shopping district of Bahnhofstrasse, all within walking distance. But you’ll probably never want to leave the hotel.

The stately rooms and suites at Baur Au Lac are the epitome of sophistication and comfort. Each room is individually decorated with a blend of classic and contemporary styles, featuring plush furnishings, luxurious beds, and state-of-the-art amenities. You can enjoy free wi-fi, flatscreen TVs, and spacious marble bathrooms, and many of the rooms offer picturesque views of the lake or the beautifully manicured private gardens.

What Baur Au Lac has to offer

    A famous setting

    This grand hotel opened in 1844 and has been in the same family ever since. Famous names such as Empress Sisi of Austria and Alfred Hitchcock have rocked up to stay here.

    Alps and lake views

    Baur au Lac is situated in leafy private parkland on the edge of the financial district. You’ll get to gaze out over the lake and see the Alps in the distance.

    Central location

    All this luxury is just a stone’s throw from the famous shopping street Bahnhofstrasse. A 10-minute stroll along the promenade will bring you to Stadelhofen station.

    Facilities

    Food & Drink

    • Bar
    • Restaurant
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Sports & Health

    • Fitness
    • Massage
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Find out more about Zurich City

    Awash with culture and spectacular surroundings, Zürich is Switzerland's largest city. Despite its modern ambiance, Zurich has managed to hold onto its old-world charm thanks to its winding streets and tall church steeples. While you’re never too far away from shops, restaurants and bars on a holiday in Zürich City, there’s a chocolate-box feel to this Swiss city that you’ll find hard to resist. Put Zurich on your bucket list and you’ll find all sorts of gems, from art house cinemas where you can wile away a bohemian hour or two, to school playgrounds that turn into open-air clubs when evening falls.Then there’s jazz clubs, spectacular rock venues and plenty of pubs.

    Talstrasse 1, Zurich City, 8001, Switzerland

    Average weather in Zurich

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