PLATZHIRSCH ZÜRICH - Downtown Boutique Hotel & Sushi Lounge

Hotels
8.6 (535 reviews)
Spitalgasse 3 , Zürich , ch

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Basic amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
Some concerns about cleanliness were mentioned, indicating that it needs improvement.
Service
9.46
Guests praised the staff for being friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Location
9.5
The hotel's location in central Zurich received high praise for its accessibility.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms described as small and basic for the price, but comfortable.
Amenities
8.48
Basic amenities available, with room for improvement in offerings.
Value for Money
7.94
There were comments regarding the pricing being not aligned with quality.
Food and Beverage
7.99
Breakfast options were mentioned as limited, quality was adequate but not impressive.
Overall Experience
8.96
Overall good experience, with many positive remarks about stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:55

Property Description

Historic Building with Modern Touches
The Hotel Platzhirsch seamlessly blends history with modernity, offering stylishly furnished rooms in a renovated historic building located in the central Niederdorf quarter.

Comfortable and Convenient Amenities
Each room features a parquet floor, flat-screen satellite TV, and the convenience of laundry services. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the building and indulge in a variety of coffee specialties and drinks at the elegant bar.

Prime Location with Easy Access
Nestled in a quiet area, the hotel is just a short walk from Zürich Main Station and the next tram stop. With Zurich University and ETH Zürich within a 5-minute walk, Hotel Platzhirsch offers both tranquility and accessibility for a memorable stay.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of history and modern comfort at Hotel Platzhirsch!

Important information:

Please note that a late check-in after 24:00 is not possible.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ZRH

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 535 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 9.46
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.48
Value for Money: 7.94
Food and Beverage: 7.99
Overall Experience: 8.96
A
Arnildo couple us
10
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
M
Mauro solo_traveller ch
9
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
S
Stefano solo_traveller ch
8
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
M
Maria couple gr
9
Πολυ πρακτικο, καθαρο δωματιο σε εξαιρετικο σημειο
Pros:

Το προσωπικο ηταν πολυ εξυπηρετικο, μας βοηθησε σε οτιδηποτε χρειαστηκαμε. Το δωματιο ηταν σε πολυ κεντρικο σημειο και πολυ ησυχο, το δωματιο ηταν καλα εξοπλισμενο

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
J
Joanna couple gb
8
Great base in the old town
Pros:

The staff were so welcoming and friendly, and the room was really nice and clean and comfortable - we really enjoyed our stay and have already recommended the hotel to friends.
The sushi restaurant downstairs was also very good!

Cons:

Only negatives were that the bathroom had visual privacy in the form of a sliding screen, but almost no sound privacy. So you might not want to share the room with someone you're not already very comfortable with!
And there was a bar by the hotel playing very loud music until around midnight on the Friday night.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
H
HEI0I solo_traveller nl
8
2026-03-24 via Nuitee
M
murat hasan couple tr
10
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple nl
8
The best location for a relaxed and walkable city-trip
Pros:

Top location! Picturesque environment. All distances are walkable. Very pleasant and welcoming staff. Good breakfast, enough variety and as much coffee as you want. Clean room and excellent bed.

Cons:

The room is a bit tight and has only one chair. A second chair in a room for 2 people could easily be created with a smaller desk.
Inconvenient is that the shower is not inside the bathroom.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
A
Angelina extended_group us
9
Great service, location & comfort.
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff made us feel welcome through our stay. Our room was small, but adequate & comfortable, with thoughtful touches everywhere. The location cannot be beat - we were close to everything in Old Town.

Cons:

We would have appreciated a little more lighting.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
M
Maria couple gr
10
Pros:

Excellent location, super friendly and helpful staff

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
B
Bernhard solo_traveller at
9
2026-03-19 via Nuitee
D
Demetra extended_group gb
7
lovely little hotel
Pros:

The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful, even booked us the tickets to the Lindt museum
Great location

Cons:

We found the glass doors for the bathroom in room 43 and the glass door for the toilet and bathroom in the second bedroom, 42 a little strange and uncomfortable. This meant we had no privacy when using the bathroom facilities!

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
A
Almeida couple pt
8
Óptima localização para uma estadia simples de poucos dias.
Pros:

Pequeno almoço variado e bom.
Localização muito boa.

Cons:

Pouca arrumação para roupa no quarto.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
G
German solo_traveller co
10
Excelente hotel
Pros:

Ubicación, limpieza, atención en recepción de Alejandro

Cons:

Nada, vuelvo mil veces

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
V
Venica couple my
9
Pros:

Very beautiful hotel , and of course thanks to Julia and Giulia for their incredible helps.

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
P
PAOLO couple it
9
2026-03-10 via Nuitee
L
Lucia solo_traveller gb
9
Great boutique hotel
Pros:

Cute boutique hotel in the heart of old town. My room was quite small but functional. Had a window to the Main Street and no issue with the noise. Complementary minibar is a bonus. Clean and comfy bed. Débora from reception was helpful and kind

Cons:

I was expecting the bar be open until later. Also reception closes at 10pm but they send you the instructions to easily get the key and to find the way to your room

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
R
Rowan couple au
10
Absolutely wonderful stay, perfect location and great vibes
Pros:

Beautiful staff who run a wonderful little hotel.
Debbie and Julia and the other staff were all incredibly warm, kind and helpful.
Would highly recommend this place

Cons:

The clock tower bell ! But it did add to the authenticity of the old town vibe .

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
R
Rachel couple ie
10
Lovely hotel in ideal location with amazing staff
Pros:

Staff were amazing. Hotel is in a great location. Nice clean comfortable rooms. Sushi restaurant is very good.

Cons:

There could have been more veggie / vegan options for breakfast.

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
Z
Zlatana couple ch
7
2026-02-28 via Nuitee