Hotels near Cabaret Voltaire, Zurich

After surviving a passport control queue that felt long enough to qualify as a second flight, walking into 25Hours Hotel Zurich was pure bliss. We’d booked a Large room for our first Valentine’s weekend together, and it was a brilliant call - spacious, beautifully presented, and hitting that elusive sweet spot between ”industrial-chic” and ”actually comfortable.” The showstopper (quite literally) was the glass shower cubicle standing proudly in the centre of the room. It’s a bold design choice that we loved, and for those who aren’t quite ready to share that much with their partner, it’s easily screened off for a bit of privacy. The free mini-bar and designer coffee were lovely surprises that made us feel like VIPs, and the smart TV’s screen-sharing was a total win; mirroring Netflix from our phones was effortless, making our late-night movie plans a breeze. The staff were truly excellent. We turned up an hour before the official check-in time, but instead of being sent away to wander the streets, the receptionist checked us in immediately with a genuine smile. Furthermore, after we indulged in slightly more red wine than was perhaps wise the night before, the team graciously allowed us a late check-out with zero fuss and no extra charge. That level of empathy is rare, in my experience. If you want high-quality, spotlessly clean, and wonderfully quirky accommodation in a prime Zurich location, look no further. It even smells fantastic - I’m convinced there’s a designer scent being pumped through the air conditioning. (Note to management: if you sell that fragrance in a bottle, please let me know - I’ll take five!) We had a highly enjoyable, relaxing stay and we will definitely be back.

The hotel is very close to Zurich Airport, which is super convenient if you have an early flight the next day – you can even grab breakfast before heading out. They offer a great variety of breakfast options, and everything is replenished promptly. There's a supermarket nearby and a train station right across the street. The rooms have air conditioning and a fridge, and if you find the AC isn't strong enough, you can always ask the front desk for a fan.

I was highly disappointed with my stay due to several major issues. First, the room description is completely misleading. I booked a room advertised with a ”City View,” but instead, I was given a room facing an inner courtyard with no city view whatsoever. Secondly, despite clearly booking for 2 guests, the room amenities were strictly prepared for just one person. We were only provided with one bath towel, one standard pillow, and one large pillow for two guests. Finally, the blanket was far too small for two guests sharing a Queen-size bed. Even though I am only 167 cm tall, it was impossible to cover my entire body. If I pulled the blanket up to cover my chest, my feet were exposed; if I covered my feet, my chest was exposed. What made it even more unreasonable was that the blanket was so narrow that it could only comfortably cover one person, despite being provided for a Queen-size bed intended for two guests. I would not recommend this property until these basic hospitality issues are addressed. Ich war von meinem Aufenthalt sehr enttäuscht, da es mehrere erhebliche Probleme gab. Erstens war die Zimmerbeschreibung irreführend. Ich habe ein Zimmer mit „City View“ gebucht, erhielt jedoch stattdessen ein Zimmer mit Blick auf einen Innenhof und keinerlei Stadtblick. Zweitens war das Zimmer, obwohl die Buchung eindeutig für zwei Personen vorgenommen wurde, nur für eine Person vorbereitet. Wir erhielten lediglich ein Badetuch, ein normales Kissen und ein großes Kissen für zwei Gäste. Schließlich war die Decke viel zu klein für zwei Personen, die sich ein Queen-Size-Bett teilen. Obwohl ich nur 167 cm groß bin, war es unmöglich, meinen ganzen Körper zuzudecken. Wenn ich die Decke bis zur Brust hochzog, waren meine Füße unbedeckt. Wenn ich meine Füße bedeckte, lag meine Brust frei. Besonders unverständlich war, dass die Decke so schmal war, dass sie praktisch nur für eine Person geeignet war, obwohl sie für ein Queen-Size-Bett für zwei Gäste vorgesehen war. Ich kann diese Unterkunft nicht empfehlen, solange diese grundlegenden Mängel im Service nicht behoben werden.

Hotel Bristol Zurich is in a perfect location, especially for a short layover. You’re within walking distance of all the main sights, the Old Town, restaurants, and the train station, which makes exploring the city very convenient. However, the price does not match the experience. The hotel felt more like a dated motel than a centrally located Zurich property. There were no toiletries provided (unless you pay) the breakfast selection was very minimal, and the overall atmosphere lacked warmth. Unfortunately, the front desk service was not welcoming, which made the stay feel even less pleasant. If location is your top priority, it works. But for the price, I expected much more.

I absolutely do not recommend staying in the east wing. To get there, you have to walk through quite a long tunnel from the main building. The rooms are very small, and the bathroom is super cramped too (if you open the door, you have to close it again to use the toilet because there's no space). The room isn't even big enough for two people to sit down and eat takeout. Furthermore, something I found quite uncomfortable is that the room doesn't have windows that open. I like fresh air, and that makes the atmosphere feel stuffy and dry. When I booked, I didn't check the room type carefully and didn't expect to encounter so many inconveniences. Before checking in, reception told me I could pay extra to switch to a better room, and that there were many large rooms available in the main building that night. (At hotels like InterContinental or Marriott, in situations like this, I usually get a free upgrade). If there are so many rooms available, I don't understand why they don't let you try one without charge. (I'm just giving my opinion; I know the hotel isn't obligated to do so).

The location was great and conveniently close to the station. However, keep in mind that the roads are quite hilly, so dragging luggage can be a bit challenging. The hotel was exceptionally clean, and the restaurant downstairs was excellent.

The hotel is conveniently located near Zurich HB station, with a Coop supermarket right next to the hotel, making it a great location. The room was clean and beautifully decorated, the staff were friendly, and the breakfast was delicious.

Criticism for: Check-in was online only, no staff present. The location is right next to busy roads, including a tram line. Surprisingly, I still slept well. The water in the sink barely drained and would back up to overflowing. The space between the faucet and the sink was far too small. The staff spoke almost no German/Swiss German. Positives: The breakfast staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. The breakfast was good. The location (aside from the roads right next door) is great. You can get into the city very quickly. The room furnishings are modern, and the room layout is well-designed.

hello. accommodation was a 3.5/5. very well could have been a 5/5 though. the location was amazing, right next to the train station and nearby supermarkets. it was rather clean with lovely crisp sheets, and clean surfaces accompanied with a balcony. there was a clothes line provided as-well as washing machines and dryers downstairs in the basement. there was a kitchen with most of the utensils necessary, however points are lost for the lack of cleaning supplies (literally none). we couldn’t clean our dishes…. there was no hand soap in the bathroom, but there was provided shampoo/body wash so not a big deal. there was quite bad water pressure on the showers behalf, and on the final two days of our stay there was no hot water at all, which was quite frustrating (we didn’t contact anyone to help though).  overall it was quite a nice stay and I would definitely recommend this place with some slight improvements.  thankyou

The location was a bit remote. There was a lot of smoking in the house and it smelled bad. The kitchen was lacking in ingredients.