Hotel California

Hotels
8 (1414 reviews)
Schifflände 18 , Zürich , ch

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Noisy environment
Limited elevator access

Categories

Cleanliness
7.83
Most reviews mention cleanliness positively, with some detailing clean rooms.
Service
8.3
Several reviews praised the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
8.34
Common sentiment is that the hotel is centrally located and convenient for transport.
Room Quality
7.79
Rooms are mentioned as spacious and comfortable though some had noise issues.
Amenities
8.32
Amenities such as tea/coffee were appreciated, with few complaints.
Value for Money
7.78
Generally viewed as good value, though some found it a bit expensive.
Food and Beverage
7.83
Food in the restaurant received mixed reviews, with some seeing fair value.
Overall Experience
7.8
Overall guest experience leaned positive despite minor complaints about noise and accessibility.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 01:10

Property Description

Welcome to Hotel California in the heart of Zurich's Old Town, just steps away from the beautiful Zurich Lake!

Luxurious Rooms and Amenities
Indulge in comfort with rooms featuring a minibar, cable TV, and modern bathrooms with a bathtub or shower. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi and make use of the convenient computer station.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor mouthwatering American dishes at Papa Joe's American Restaurant & Caribbean Cocktail Bar. Start your day right with a sumptuous buffet breakfast offering a variety of options to suit every palate.

Prime Location
Immerse yourself in Zurich's rich culture with the Opera House and Grossmünster Church within walking distance. With Zurich Main Train Station just a short distance away, exploring the city couldn't be easier.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and hospitality at Hotel California!

Important information:

Late check-in is only possible for an additional charge upon prior confirmation by the property. Contact details are stated in the booking confirmation.
The Hotel California will be getting a new passenger elevator. We would therefore like to inform you that construction work will be taking place in our hotel from Saturday, January 17th to Friday, February 13th.

We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause. Our entire team is available during this time to assist you with luggage transport or any other concerns.

As compensation, you will receive a 20% discount on your consumption in our Papa Joe’s restaurant (this offer does not apply to spirits).

Your satisfaction and a pleasant stay are our top priorities. We are doing everything possible to provide you with the best possible experience.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM

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.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 1414 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.83
Service: 8.3
Location: 8.34
Room Quality: 7.79
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 7.78
Food and Beverage: 7.83
Overall Experience: 7.8
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Samuele • couple • it
10
2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Wilhelm • solo_traveller • us
9
It felt like home, very comfortable and cozy and had everything I needed. Close to all the sights, great restaurants and
Pros:

It felt like home, very comfortable and cozy and had everything I needed.

Cons:

There was early morning construction outside.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Erik • extended_group • de
7
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • ch
8
Pros:

Clean, spacious (by Swiss standards) and comfortable. It even had a small view on the lake. The windows opened allowing fresh air in.

Cons:

The only downside was the construction that started outside at 630 am when workers started pouring gravel into and out of wheelbarrows.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Marina • couple • am
10
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Gianmichele • solo_traveller • it
5
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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irem • extended_group • tr
7
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Ozan • extended_group • tr
9
33-34 Numarali Odalar👍
Pros:

Oldtown bolgesinin kalbinde neredeyse..Üstelik temiz ve güzel bir sekilde dizayn edilmis.Tren istasyonuna cok yakin ve nehir kenarina da cok yakin.Gunun her saati istedigin yere ulasabilmen kolay oluyor.

Cons:

Kahvaltisi biraz daha zengin olabilirdi.Elestiri olarak sadece bunu söyleyebilirim.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Milena • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent location,quiet room, friendly staff
Pros:

The location, the staff, the facilities

Cons:

I had to self check in. It was stressful but it went well in the end

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Emre el • extended_group • tr
7
Pros:

Konumu calısanların yardımcı olmaları ismi gibi iç tasarımıda güzeldi.

Cons:

Kahvaltı seçenekleri yetersizdi daha çok seçenek olabilirdi.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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MARIELA • family_with_children • ar
10
escelente
Pros:

la habitación

Cons:

sin comentarios

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
9
Great location, lovely hotel
Pros:

A brilliant location, close to shops, restaurants, bars etc
Everywhere was extremely clean. Very comfortable beds. Breakfast was good.

Cons:

The key system is a faff which wasn't explained well, a manned reception desk would be preferable

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
8
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Christiane • couple • de
9
Modernes Hotel, schön renoviert in toller Lage.
Pros:

Tolles Hotel, wir waren wirklich positiv überrascht. Direkt am Rand der Altstadt, recht frisch renoviert. Individuelle Zimmer, jedes hat einen eigenen Namen, Städte in Californien👍

Cons:

War alles super, wir waren rundherum zufrieden.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
9
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • solo_traveller • ch
7
Ok, but would not choose this hotel again
Pros:

Good bed, good shower, right in the center

Cons:

Breakfast, noise from street, no convenient overnight parking if you have a car, restaurant staff was quite rude when we asked if we could eat there (they said they offer a restaurant discount to balance inconvenience from hotel works), smell in the hallway.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Ole • solo_traveller • de
4
Pros:

Lage sehr schön

Cons:

Umbaumaßnahmen kein heiße Wasser zum Duschen.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Kari • solo_traveller • no
8
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Cecilia • solo_traveller • ar
10
Pros:

Ubicación excelente, el personal muy amable, buen desayuno y completo, las habitaciones son muy limpias, modernas y cuentan con pava eléctrica y minibar (esto es excelente para guardar cosas que necesitan refrigeracion). Que tenga caja de seguridad también es un plus.

Cons:

Nada

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
Ömür • family_with_children • tr
10
It was a nice stay, i recommend the hotel. Thank you Ms P and Ms A
Pros:

The location of the hotel was great. Ms P and Ms A were very helpful. The rooms were enough to accomodate two people.

Cons:

Breakfast was definitely not good. Not too many options, no fresh vegetables, one kind of cheese in a cheese country was disapponting. I dont recommend including the breakfast when booking the hotel.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee