Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town

Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town Overview

First Impressions

Niederdorfstrasse is one of those streets in Zurich that just feels alive — cobblestones, old facades, people spilling out of cafes at all hours. Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town sits right in the middle of it, and honestly, the location alone is reason enough to book. It’s a three-star property, so don’t expect marble lobbies or a rooftop pool, but what you do get is a well-run, genuinely welcoming place that punches well above its category.

Location & Neighborhood

The Old Town address is the real deal here. You’re steps from the Limmat river, a short walk from the Grossmünster, and surrounded by some of the best independent restaurants and bars in the city. Couples especially seem to fall for this spot — and it’s not hard to see why, with a location rating of 9.6 for two-person trips. I mean, wandering the Niederdorf quarter after dinner, with the old church towers lit up and the streets still buzzing — it’s a pretty good evening by anyone’s standards.

The Rooms

The rooms are comfortable and well thought-out for what the hotel is. Nothing over-designed or trying too hard — just clean, practical spaces with enough character to remind you that you’re in a historic part of Zurich and not some anonymous business hotel off a motorway. The beds are solid, the bathrooms functional, and the windows actually let in decent light. For a three-star stay in one of Europe’s more expensive cities, it feels like fair value.

Breakfast

Breakfast here is worth waking up for — and I don’t say that about every hotel buffet. There’s a continental spread with gluten-free options included, which is genuinely useful if you’re travelling with dietary needs. It’s not a huge production, but the quality is there, and it sets you up well before heading out to explore. Starting the day with a proper meal before stepping straight out onto those cobblestones is a pretty good way to do Zurich.

Why Guests Love It

The overall rating sits at 8.5, which for a three-star in a city like Zurich is actually impressive — guests tend to be more demanding here, and the hotel still delivers. There’s private parking on-site, which is worth noting if you’re driving in, because parking in central Zurich is the kind of thing that can quietly ruin your mood. What keeps people coming back, I think, is the combination of a genuinely central location and a hotel that doesn’t overcomplicate things. It’s not trying to be something it isn’t — and that sort of honesty in hospitality goes a long way. If you want to be in the heart of Zurich without paying five-star prices, Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town is a very sensible, very enjoyable choice.

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Reviews of Hotel Alexander Zurich Old Town

• wonderful easy stay close to tourist sights of Zurich – Madeleine from Australia (9/10)

  Great spot for sightseeing on foot. Rooms were clean and quiet and staff were fabulous. Very good breakfast. Modern feel.

• Clean. Comfortable. Air conditioner. – Miranda from United States of America (9/10)

  The staff are incredibly friendly.

• Would stay at Hotel Alexander Again – Tracy from Canada (9/10)

  conveniently located near the train station, the staff were friendly and helpful

• Nice facility and rooms, great staff, and wonderful location. – Tom from United States of America (9/10)

  Good food, very courteous server, comfortable dining room.

• Nice stay in the heart o Zurich – Josephine from United States of America (7/10)

  Nice location in Zurich, near old town. Breakfast was great. Staff was friendly. Very nice coffee available 24 hours a day in the lobby.

• Good location, comfortable stay. – Sheng from United States of America (9/10)

  This hotel is perfectly located in the heart of the old town, making it very convenient to access everything. However, being in the center of downtown, street noise in the evening can be an issue. I wish the hotel had better soundproof windows to block out the noise.

• Excellent – Zoya from Canada (9/10)

• Very Good – Cassandra from United States of America (8/10)

  Very efficient quiet and great location. Bed was uncomfortable for me but I’m a princess and the pea. Dinner next door was delicious and so authentic, especially for tourist side of town. So clean! Just very great stay especially for Zurich!

• Great place to stay to explore the city and surrounding area – Robert from United States of America (9/10)

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• Very Good – Jiewei from United States of America (8/10)

  location is great, close to everywhere

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