Hotel California

Hotels
8 (1512 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1512 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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Mikaël • solo_traveller • lu
8
Pros:

Center if Zurich

Cons:

Funny room key system

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Verevkin • solo_traveller • ru
9
Pros:

Номер и приветливый персонал.

Cons:

Нет большой вывески наименования отеля на самом здании. Пришёл по адресу и минут 5 искал вывеску с наименованием отеля. Отель должен иметь вывеску на здании на видном месте чтобы можно было её видеть на небольшом расстоянии.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Nur • couple • tr
9
Keyifli
Pros:

Merkezi çok iyi

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Patricia Anne • extended_group • us
10
Amazing!!!
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Christiana • couple • cy
8
Pros:

The location

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Edgar Rafael • couple • mx
7
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • it
9
Semplice e comodo
Pros:

La posizione e la pulizia

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Kirsty • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good location and mostly comfortable
Pros:

Great location. Big rooms, comfy bed, decent bathroom if not modern. The one staff member i met was very nice.

Cons:

The a/c didn't really work, a trickle, so the room was too hot for a good night's sleep (despite fans in room). Otherwise a good choice.

Noone on reception at 7.15 a.m.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Silvestro • solo_traveller • it
6
Pros:

Zona

Cons:

Mancava aria condizionata e molto spartano per il prezzo

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Sehr saubere Zimmer und freundliche Mitarbeiter. Das Hotel liegt so Zentral dass alle interessanten Sehenswürdigkeiten gut zu erreichen sind.

Cons:

Es gibt keine funktionierende Klimaanlage. Die Tauben im Hinterhof empfand ich als sehr störend.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Sara • solo_traveller • ae
6
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • au
9
A very nice hotel from which to explore Zurich and surrounding areas.
Pros:

Good location. Good sized room. Quiet at night. Bedside tables and lights. Very good shower. There is a lift which makes travelling with luggage very easy. Tram stop is 5 min walk away.

Cons:

It is pretty expensive - but Zurich is one of the most expensive cities in the world.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
İpek Bölükbaşı • solo_traveller • tr
10
Harika konum.
Pros:

Konumu harika, yataklar çok rahat.

Cons:

Çok sıcak günler için klimalar iyileştirilmeli.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Büşra • couple • tr
10
Pros:

Bu otelde 2. Kalışım konumu temizliği odaların genişliği ve çalışanlar hepsi çok iyi sadece odada terlik olmaması konusunda sıkıntı yaşadık.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
6
miserable
Pros:

Close to what we wanted to do

Cons:

1) No air-conditioning, It was very uncomfortable.
2) Since there was no air-conditioning we opened the windows and people partying kept us up most of the night.
3) Do not go here May-October

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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adriana • solo_traveller • ar
10
Muchas gracias a la chica de la recepción que nos ayudó en todo momento
Pros:

La comodidad y ubicacion

Cons:

Todo bien

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Marcin • couple • pl
10
Znakomite miejsce na pobyt w Zurychu
Pros:

Świetna lokalizacja, życzliwy personel, czystość, ogólne wrażenia

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Monica Beatriz • solo_traveller • ar
9
Pros:

La ubicación excelente

Cons:

El desayuno podria ser un poco más completo

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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MengChen • extended_group • tw
8
Good for short stay.
Pros:

The location is good. Lots of restaurants around the hotel. Free bottled water was provided.

Cons:

The room space is a little bit small

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Franco • couple • au
8
Great hotel location - great staff very friendly
Pros:

Location fantastic- you can walk to most of the tourist areas and very close to the Lake.

Cons:

Prices in Zurich are expensive for everything

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee