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Baur au Lac

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, near Tonhalle Zurich

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In the heart of Old Town Zürich, Baur au Lac offers a serene escape with a garden and terrace. Indulge in Michelin-starred cuisine, rejuvenate at the spa, or relax with dry cleaning/laundry services. With free WiFi and helpful staff, this luxury hotel near Bahnhofstrasse is sure to impress.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Spa services
  • Babysitting
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is £946
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr

Room options

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Room (Single) | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room (Single)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite (River) | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (River)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 65 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Lakeside

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 70 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite, Lakeside (Corner) | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Lakeside (Corner)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 90 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 50 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Lakeside

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 60 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite (City) | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (City)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Talstrasse 1, Zürich, 8001

What's nearby

  • Bahnhofstrasse - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fraumuenster - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bellevue Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grossmuenster - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zürich Opera House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 33 min drive
  • Zürich Limmatquai Station - 10 min walk
  • Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station) - 15 min walk
  • Zürich Central Station - 18 min walk
  • Borsenstrasse Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Burkliplatz Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Paradeplatz Tram Stop - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Confiserie Sprüngli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bauschänzli - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bistro & Grill am See - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Metropol - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lounge (The) - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Baur au Lac

When you stay at Baur au Lac, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Bahnhofstrasse and Swiss National Museum. Guests can indulge in Swedish massages, body wraps or facials, and Pavillon, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine. A bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a terrace are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers say good things about the overall property condition. Public transportation is only a short walk: Borsenstrasse Tram Stop is steps away and Burkliplatz Tram Stop is 2 minutes.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 119 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered on-site valet parking (CHF 45.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site garage
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1844
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • Spa services
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 80
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Hospital bed available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Children's slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bath and shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps.

Dining

Pavillon – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in international cuisine. 1-star Michelin rating.
Rive Gauche – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Globe – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Baur au Lac is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 52 for adults and CHF 23 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for CHF 120.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 45.00 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs CHF 45.00 per day with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Baur au Lac Hotel Zurich
Baur au Lac Hotel
Baur au Lac Zurich
Baur Au Lac zürich
Baur au Lac Hotel Zürich
Baur au Lac Hotel
Baur au Lac Zürich
Baur au Lac Hotel Zürich

Frequently asked questions

Does Baur au Lac offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Baur au Lac does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Baur au Lac?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 45.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Baur au Lac?

Yes. Valet parking costs CHF 45.00 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Baur au Lac?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Baur au Lac?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Swiss Casinos Zurich (11-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Baur au Lac and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities such as a fitness centre, spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Baur au Lac?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring international cuisine.

What's the area around Baur au Lac like?

Baur au Lac is located by the river in Old Town Zürich, a short 2-minute walk from Borsenstrasse Tram Stop and 18 minutes' walk from ETH Zurich.

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Baur au Lac Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent in all areas!
Shynelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing - beautiful resort & property
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best hotel team on earth. As always enjoyed our short stay
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel and services!
Natalia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Eric, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at anywhere in the world. Everything was perfect. It is a beautiful hotel, with outstanding food, drink, and staff. What a joy!
Roderick, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel in a great location
Absolutely love this hotel. The room was spacious and the service was amazing. Great location near the lake and close to shopping.
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

perfect experience & enjoy so much for the 2 nights stay
Guolun, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always the best
Once again, it was amazing in every way. Thanks to all for providing us with another great stay.
linda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel - great location and excellent service. Enjoyed the outside terrace for drinks on a wonderful summer evening!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was absolutely beautiful with an array of upscale details. The food was incredible and service/hospitality was unmatched. Definitely recommend staying here!
Danielle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice
Nita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful elegant hotel with magnificent staff,absolutely amazing restaurants and shopping around! Our stay was fabulous not just because of the splendor of this hotel but because of the professionalism and kindness of the staff! Definitely coming back soon!
FIKRA, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

They always exceed your expectations at the Baur au Lac
Eric, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is amazing. We love the bed especially. We had courtyard room. Was very quiet and Very good sleep.
Yan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Baur Au Lac
Extremely central location with excellent service!! Highly recommended..
Sanjay, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very lovely Swiss hotel near lake. Convenient to the city and its attractions. Staff was amazing. Only drawback was construction nearby.
Ronald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful and quiet.
M. France, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highest standard of luxury
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Completely exceeds expectations.
Nicholas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent!
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Simply the best hotel ever..
Once again, amazing. This was not our first stay and it will not be the last. If it’s old world service and elegance, you need look n further. Can’t wait to return.
linda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful
Laurel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lives up to Reputation
Classic and classy place to stay. Beautiful decor, flowers in hotel amazing. Be sure to walk around the gardens if you are there. In house restaurant The Baur is the more informal place to eat . Atmosphere friendly and the service was great.
claudia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Truly eloquent and luxurious in every way. What’s even more is how wholesome the entire staff was and how “at home” they made me and my family feel. Was grateful and honored to stay at one of the preeminent hotels in the world.