Are the attached bathrooms in the rooms considered en-suite?
12 November 2024
Yes, each room at Alexander Guesthouse has a private bathroom.
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Alexander Guesthouse Zurich Old Town, Zurich
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Hotel Overview
Zaehringerstr 16,
Zurich,
Switzerland,
8001,
Zurich (Canton)
- Near the Old Town
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Loved by Alexander Guesthouse Zurich Old Town guests
"Free coffee and fruit in lobby was excellent and free drinks in fridge in room was wonderful."
"Loved the double glazed window - no noise from the street, clean and friendly"
"The Alexander Guesthouse and Hotel was convenient, centrally located in the old town, and just a walk from the Zurich HB."
Location
The Alexander Guesthouse is centrally positioned in Zurich's Old Town, just a five-minute walk from Zurich Main Station. Guests can easily reach the bustling banking district, ETH Zurich, and the University of Zurich within minutes. With various cafes, bars, and restaurants nearby, the location allows for convenient exploration of the city.
Rooms
The hotel offers 20 non-smoking double and twin rooms, equipped with sound-proof windows for peaceful stays. Each room features a private bathroom, fast free Wi-Fi, and satellite TV. The twin rooms come with two separate single beds providing flexible accommodation options.
Dining
Guests can start their day with a breakfast buffet served at Hotel Alexander, featuring fresh regional products for
Family Friendly
Transportation & Parking
The hotel's location allows easy access to Zurich's public transportation, with
Highlights
Location: 5-minute walk from Zurich Main Station
Rooms: 20 simple but charming furnished double and twin rooms
Dining: CHF 21 breakfast buffet with fresh, regional products
Family Friendly: free admission for the whole family to Zurich Zoo
Must-do experiences
- Savor 'Zürcher Geschnetzeltes' at Restaurant Swiss Chuchi.
- Stroll through the enchanting Lindenhof for panoramic city views.
- Discover contemporary art at the Kunsthaus Zürich museum.
- Visit the vibrant Bürkliplatz Market on Saturday mornings.
- Take a scenic walk along Lake Zurich, especially at sunset.
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Rooms for singles, families, or groups—many with breakfast, free cancellation, and exclusive airport packages
Single Room
1 person
130 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Twin Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Double Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities
Comfortable Rooms and Convenient Services to Enhance Your Layover
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
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Location & Directions
Zaehringerstr 16,
Zurich,
Switzerland,
8001,
Zurich (Canton)
Map view
Zaehringerstr 16,
Zurich,
Switzerland,
8001,
Zurich (Canton)
City landmarks
Museum
Swiss National Museum
2900 ft
Mall
Bahnhofstrasse
2700 ft
Church
Grossmunster
2700 ft
Zoo
Zoo Zurich
1.5
mi
Park
Lindenhof hill
2700 ft
Museum
Museum of Art
2900 ft
Landmark
Lake Zurich
1.2
mi
Church
Fraumunster Church
2700 ft
Square
Buerkliplatz
2700 ft
Landmark
Zurich
2900 ft
Square
Paradeplatz
2700 ft
Landmark
Old Town
2900 ft
Landmark
Urania Observatory
2700 ft
Church
St. Peter Church
2700 ft
Park
Platzspitz park
2900 ft
Museum
Museum of Design
2900 ft
Museum
museum of wax moulages
2200 ft
Opera House
Zurich Opera House
2900 ft
Landmark
Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zurich
4800 ft
Museum
Helmhaus
2700 ft
Museum
Haus Konstruktiv
4800 ft
Landmark
Limmatquai
2700 ft
Library
Zentralbibliothek
2900 ft
Museum
FIFA World Football Museum
1.5
mi
Nearby
Museum
Zoological Museum
900 ft
Museum
focusTerra
1500 ft
Historic Site
Augusto Giacometti Entrance Hall
900 ft
Museum
Haus zum Rech
1000 ft
Right bank of Limmat river
Niederdorf
1200 ft
Bahnhofplatz
Alfred Escher memorial fountain
1500 ft
Restaurants
McDonald's
400 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 30
Kon-Tiki Bar
600 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 24
dieci Gelateria & Take-Away Zurich
700 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 40
1001 Gmbh
800 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 4
bQm
1300 ft
Leonhardstrasse 34
Piadina-Bar
900 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 2
Louis Take Away
900 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 10
Pizza Nation
1000 ft
Rosengasse 3
ETH Mensa Polyterrasse
1400 ft
Leonhardstrasse 34
Ass-Bar GmbH
1000 ft
Stuessihofstatt 6
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at CHF 30 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs CHF 21 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Arabic
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
11
Real Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Previous Guests Had to Say
Pros
Comfortable rooms
Helpful staff
Excellent breakfast
Ideal location
Free coffee
Cons
Confusing layout
Noisy environment
Small elevator
No in-room tea/coffee
Guest reviewsOpen reviewsQuestions of the users
About Alexander Guesthouse Zurich Old Town
I'll be working during my stay. Is the internet connection reliable and fast? Is it Wi-Fi or wired?
27 January 2025
The hotel offers a reliable Wi-Fi connection as well as portable WLAN boxes for personal use, ensuring a fast and stable internet experience.
Is there an option to push the beds together in the twin room configuration?
16 March 2025
Yes, in most of the twin rooms, the beds can be pushed together for added comfort.
Is breakfast available at the hotel, and if so, is it included in my stay?
30 April 2025
Breakfast is not included in the room rates but can be purchased for CHF 21 per person per day during check-in.
Are public transportation tickets included with the hotel booking?
10 February 2025
Public transport tickets in Zurich are not included with hotel bookings; guests can buy them at nearby stations.
Is heating available in the hotel rooms for colder days?
5 March 2025
All rooms are equipped with individual heating for guest comfort.
Is there a place to securely park my bicycle during my stay?
15 January 2025
Guests can safely store their bicycles in the garage or the basement of the hotel.
Can I store my luggage before check-in or after check-out?
14 December 2024
Yes, luggage storage is available free of charge for guests before check-in or after check-out.
Is it possible to request a late checkout, and are there any associated fees?
22 November 2024
Late checkout is subject to availability and can be accommodated until 12:00 for free, with a fee of CHF 60 for later times.
How far is the hotel from the nearest public transport stops?
26 October 2024
The nearest tram stop, Rudolf-Brun-Brücke, is only 100 meters from the hotel, and Zurich's main train station is about a 7-minute walk.Next best alternative
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