Hotel California

Hotels
8.2
/10
Very Good
309 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Ian

10.0
/ 10
Nice room, nice beds, nice shower. Good restaurant below with 10% discount for hotel guests. Great location in Old Town, parking nearby.

Susan

10.0
/ 10
Husband and I stayed here five nights recently. We were very pleased with the location in old town, and easy access to transportation and the Christmas markets. The room was very clean and comfortable. We booked the superior room, which had more space than the standard room. We prepurchased the breakfast and found that to be a good decision, with a buffet spread, delicious coffee, and also eggs and bacon. I am gluten free and each morning they brought me a basket of fresh gluten free bread, much appreciated. The only thing that I would suggest is to not be on the second floor. While that location was super convenient, it is above the restaurant/bar. In the morning I (who am a light sleeper) could hear chairs being moved around. Nobody was intentionally being loud, they were just doing their job preparing for the day. Other than that, the staff was very kind and accomodating. Highly recommend Hotel California!

Isobel

10.0
/ 10
Very accommodating when we arrived late. Helpful staff. The restaurant below, Papa Joes, were also friendly and took pity on us when we arrived as the kitchen was closing. Good location but worth a ride from the station. Trams go close.
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Schifflaende 18, District 1, Zürich, Kanton Zürich, Switzerland, 8001

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Elevator
Near Bahnhofstrasse
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Schifflaende 18, District 1, Zürich, Kanton Zürich, Switzerland, 8001
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General


Near Bahnhofstrasse

Location


With a stay at Hotel California, you'll be centrally located in Zürich, a 1-minute drive from Bahnhofstrasse and 6 minutes from Letzigrund Stadium. This hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Zoo Zurich and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Grossmuenster - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Helmhaus - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Charles Tower - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Bellevue Square - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Zunfthaus Zur Meisen - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Lakeside Promenade - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Zurich Town Hall - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Fraumuenster - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Zürich Opera House - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Buerkliplatz - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
St. Peter Church - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Kunsthaus Zurich - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Paradeplatz - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Bahnhofstrasse - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Lindenhof - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi

The nearest major airport is Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi

Facilities


Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Dining


Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 19 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

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Hotel Services

  • Laundry service
  • Express check-out
  • Newspaper in lobby
  • Concierge

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box
  • Elevator

Things to Do

  • Shops

Transportation

  • Storage

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Hotel California

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
15:00 - 20:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 25 for adults and CHF 15 for children
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:30 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Pets Not Allowed

Professional property host/manager, Contactless check-out is available, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, Beach nearby, Cashless transactions are available, Essential workers only - NO

General Information

Popular Facilities
WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - 20:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Hotel California
19
Number of floors in Hotel California
5
Another facilities in Hotel California
Laundry service, Express check-out, Newspaper in lobby, Concierge, Smoke-free area

Frequently asked question in Hotel California

What are available facilities at Hotel California?
There are top facilites at Hotel California such as WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What Time is Check In & Check Out at Hotel California?
Check-in time at Hotel California is staring from 15:00 - 20:00 while the latest check-out time is at before Before 11:00. If you need a hotel early check-in or late check-out, you can submit a special request during your booking. Important: Special requests for flexible check-in or check-out times are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If having an early check-in or late check-out is important for your travel plans, please review the cancellation policy before confirming your reservation.
Does Hotel California provide breakfast?
Yes, Hotel California provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is The Star Hotel Classification of Hotel California?
Hotel California is officially classified as a 3.0-star hotel. This star hotel classification indicates the standard of facilities and services provided to guests.
How many floors does Hotel California have?
Hotel California has 5 floors.
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8.2
Very Good
From 309 reviews
Cleanliness

8.8

Room Comfort

7.8

Service and Facilites

8.2

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Alma
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The ubication is so good and the room has a good size and it was clean
Ian
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Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice room, nice beds, nice shower. Good restaurant below with 10% discount for hotel guests. Great location in Old Town, parking nearby.
Krishan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

very friendly staff.
Jeannine
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good location. Helpful staff. Nice room. Great mattress.
Kay
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location
Susan
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Husband and I stayed here five nights recently. We were very pleased with the location in old town, and easy access to transportation and the Christmas markets. The room was very clean and comfortable. We booked the superior room, which had more space than the standard room. We prepurchased the breakfast and found that to be a good decision, with a buffet spread, delicious coffee, and also eggs and bacon. I am gluten free and each morning they brought me a basket of fresh gluten free bread, much appreciated. The only thing that I would suggest is to not be on the second floor. While that location was super convenient, it is above the restaurant/bar. In the morning I (who am a light sleeper) could hear chairs being moved around. Nobody was intentionally being loud, they were just doing their job preparing for the day. Other than that, the staff was very kind and accomodating. Highly recommend Hotel California!
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Iddo
6.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hotel is ok if your expectations aren't high, which means I wouldn't rule out staying there as it is well located However it has some quirkiness which may not appeal to everyone The reception is on the first floor and at first sight it seems that you need to walk up a flight of stairs to reach it. Fortunately, a staff member noticed our hesitation before we started carrying our suitcases up and told us to enter the adjacent Papa John's restaurant and use the elevator there. The elevator and the restaurant in act one will return in act two... We reserved the bigger room so had no problem with the spacious room (I read some reviews which complained about the room size) The hotel has a strange system of different keys to access the elevator and the room which means you always have to go through reception to change keys. It is important to remember because the elevator key also has the chip with which you can enter the hotel after 10pm (there's a 150 CHF fine if you forget to take it and need to call someone to let you in...) The breakfast is served at Papa John's... when we came down for it the place was deserted and only after a while a staff member came down to ask if we wanted some eggs. The breakfast buffet can be a serious contender for the Guinness Book of Records for the smallest buffet... If the above don't bother you, I wouldn't rule out staying there
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helen
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Friends and Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location with attentive staff. Problem with tv dealt with and thou not fixed was offered compensation. Near old town, trams, lake and shops.
Keith
8.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Hotel was cute but very small. Couldn't access the elevator except through the restaurant and that was not obvious at first
Isobel
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very accommodating when we arrived late. Helpful staff. The restaurant below, Papa Joes, were also friendly and took pity on us when we arrived as the kitchen was closing. Good location but worth a ride from the station. Trams go close.
Jennifer
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel was quirky, which we expected. Rooms were clean and staff were helpful. The hotel was situated close to lots of dining and shopping and everything was walkable. Breakfast could have been better but otherwise everything was great.
Julie
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Leisure Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

In general we liked the hotel, as a convenient location and good price. The rooms are adequate for sleeping and the shower/bath was fairly large. The beds are a little hard for my taste and the pillows completely flat. No AC, but there was a fan which died by the final day. Rooms were clean, but the cleaning staff left the damp/dirty towels from all the rooms that had been cleaned on the stairs between the floors. They were there for 2 days. It was okay for what it is.
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Monica
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Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Air conditioning will be a nice to have
Sanghui
8.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

At first appearance it looked like a very basic hotel but the room was very nice, newly renovated. We had a very comfortable stay for 3 nights.
Lynn
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The location in Altstadt Zurich is wonderful…close to everything. And the hotel is fun… not fancy … more than adequate … exactly as expected … and the price was good for this area. Thank you!
Josefa
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I like the proximity of the hotel to everything.
Juan carlos
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Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very clean
Richard
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Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property is boutique style. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. The bed was comfortable. There were some hairs in the towels and the shower on the 4th floor has a arch ceiling which isnt fitting for a tall person. The biggest issue is the lack of air-conditioning. The reservation requested exyra charge for a drink upon arrival and breakfast. There was no drink upon arrival and I would recommend just going to get breakfast out in town. Without air conditioning, I wouldn't choose this property again. However, if that issue was corrected, I would choose it and do it without the addition of breakfast.
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Tina
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel central located.
Alicia
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I didn’t like that they didn’t charge us until we began staying. I wish they’d let us prepay.
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8.2
Very Good
From 309 reviews
Cleanliness

8.8

Room Comfort

7.8

Service and Facilites

8.2

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Traveler Reviews Hotel California

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Alma
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The ubication is so good and the room has a good size and it was clean
Ian
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Nice room, nice beds, nice shower. Good restaurant below with 10% discount for hotel guests. Great location in Old Town, parking nearby.
Krishan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

very friendly staff.
Jeannine
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good location. Helpful staff. Nice room. Great mattress.
Kay
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location
Susan
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Husband and I stayed here five nights recently. We were very pleased with the location in old town, and easy access to transportation and the Christmas markets. The room was very clean and comfortable. We booked the superior room, which had more space than the standard room. We prepurchased the breakfast and found that to be a good decision, with a buffet spread, delicious coffee, and also eggs and bacon. I am gluten free and each morning they brought me a basket of fresh gluten free bread, much appreciated. The only thing that I would suggest is to not be on the second floor. While that location was super convenient, it is above the restaurant/bar. In the morning I (who am a light sleeper) could hear chairs being moved around. Nobody was intentionally being loud, they were just doing their job preparing for the day. Other than that, the staff was very kind and accomodating. Highly recommend Hotel California!
Read More
Iddo
6.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hotel is ok if your expectations aren't high, which means I wouldn't rule out staying there as it is well located However it has some quirkiness which may not appeal to everyone The reception is on the first floor and at first sight it seems that you need to walk up a flight of stairs to reach it. Fortunately, a staff member noticed our hesitation before we started carrying our suitcases up and told us to enter the adjacent Papa John's restaurant and use the elevator there. The elevator and the restaurant in act one will return in act two... We reserved the bigger room so had no problem with the spacious room (I read some reviews which complained about the room size) The hotel has a strange system of different keys to access the elevator and the room which means you always have to go through reception to change keys. It is important to remember because the elevator key also has the chip with which you can enter the hotel after 10pm (there's a 150 CHF fine if you forget to take it and need to call someone to let you in...) The breakfast is served at Papa John's... when we came down for it the place was deserted and only after a while a staff member came down to ask if we wanted some eggs. The breakfast buffet can be a serious contender for the Guinness Book of Records for the smallest buffet... If the above don't bother you, I wouldn't rule out staying there
Read More
helen
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location with attentive staff. Problem with tv dealt with and thou not fixed was offered compensation. Near old town, trams, lake and shops.
Keith
8.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Hotel was cute but very small. Couldn't access the elevator except through the restaurant and that was not obvious at first
Isobel
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very accommodating when we arrived late. Helpful staff. The restaurant below, Papa Joes, were also friendly and took pity on us when we arrived as the kitchen was closing. Good location but worth a ride from the station. Trams go close.
Jennifer
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hotel was quirky, which we expected. Rooms were clean and staff were helpful. The hotel was situated close to lots of dining and shopping and everything was walkable. Breakfast could have been better but otherwise everything was great.
Julie
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

In general we liked the hotel, as a convenient location and good price. The rooms are adequate for sleeping and the shower/bath was fairly large. The beds are a little hard for my taste and the pillows completely flat. No AC, but there was a fan which died by the final day. Rooms were clean, but the cleaning staff left the damp/dirty towels from all the rooms that had been cleaned on the stairs between the floors. They were there for 2 days. It was okay for what it is.
Read More
Monica
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Air conditioning will be a nice to have
Sanghui
8.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

At first appearance it looked like a very basic hotel but the room was very nice, newly renovated. We had a very comfortable stay for 3 nights.
Lynn
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The location in Altstadt Zurich is wonderful…close to everything. And the hotel is fun… not fancy … more than adequate … exactly as expected … and the price was good for this area. Thank you!
Josefa
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I like the proximity of the hotel to everything.
Juan carlos
icon-Friends and Family
Friends and Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Very clean
Richard
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The property is boutique style. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. The bed was comfortable. There were some hairs in the towels and the shower on the 4th floor has a arch ceiling which isnt fitting for a tall person. The biggest issue is the lack of air-conditioning. The reservation requested exyra charge for a drink upon arrival and breakfast. There was no drink upon arrival and I would recommend just going to get breakfast out in town. Without air conditioning, I wouldn't choose this property again. However, if that issue was corrected, I would choose it and do it without the addition of breakfast.
Read More
Tina
10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great hotel central located.
Alicia
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I didn’t like that they didn’t charge us until we began staying. I wish they’d let us prepay.
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