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About this property
This hotel is located in Zurich's Old Town, 150 metres to the Bellevue Tram and Bus Stop and 200 metres from Zurich Lake. Hotel California offers free Wi-Fi and a computer station. Rooms come with a minibar and cable TV. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower and hairdryer. Guests can sample American dishes at the Papa Joe's American Restaurant & Caribbean Cocktail Bar. Guests can choose from a rich buffet breakfast . The Opera House as well as Grossmünster Church are both 350 metres away. Zurich Main Train Station is 1.2 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Daily housekeeping
- Lift
- Heating
- Bar
- Laundry
- Breakfast
- Free cot available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ioana
Romania
“The location is perfect for a short stay. You can see all main spots from Zurich within a walking distance. There are many restaurants and shops around as well. The room was very nice and spacious with a fridge to keep you cool. Bathroom also...” - Tacy
Australia
“Spacious rooms, comfortable beds, great buffet breakfast” - Narelle
Switzerland
“Very central and fun - our room was called Alcatraz” - Ramona
Romania
“All personnel were providing extraordinary support. Special thanks to Nicoleta and the Reception Supervisor. Big clean rooms.” - Lagrimas
Ireland
“Very clean room. Having a kettle and a mini fridge in the room is a bonus. The option of leaving our luggage before check in and after check out, is one important service we like. The staff were pleasant and helpful. Location is central.” - Caroline
United Kingdom
“Helpful and friendly staff. Hotel location great, right in the middle of Old Town.” - Olena
United Kingdom
“Everything was excellent. Room was clean and warm, I’ve got everything what I needed and even more, to be honest. I think I will stay there again next time. 10/10 Location is just perfect and view through the window as well. P.S.: perhaps in the...” - Antoinette
Ireland
“Location was amazing, check in/out was easy. Staff were friendly. Fridge in room.” - Vladimír
Slovakia
“Perfect room for solo traveller, very friendly staff and good location” - Michael
Canada
“I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. It is small (36 rooms) and located right downtown. It is quite modern, quiet, and all in all very pleasant. I recommend it to others. It is possible to take an elevator from the restaurant below the hotel...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Papa Joe's
- CuisineAmerican
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.







The fine print
Late check-in is only possible for an additional charge upon prior confirmation by the property. Contact details are stated in the booking confirmation.