Josephine’s Guesthouse – ! WOMEN ONLY !

Josephine’s Guesthouse – ! WOMEN ONLY ! Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Josephine’s Guesthouse – ! WOMEN ONLY ! on Lutherstrasse, you immediately get the sense this isn’t your typical three-star accommodation. The building has this charming, almost residential feel that makes you feel like you’re staying at a friend’s place rather than just another hotel. What struck me most was how thoughtfully designed everything felt — from the moment you step inside, there’s this immediate sense of safety and community that’s honestly pretty rare to find.

The Aussersihl Advantage

You know what’s brilliant about this location? Aussersihl used to be the grittier side of Zurich, but now it’s become this incredibly vibrant neighborhood that locals actually want to hang out in. You’re literally a five-minute walk from the main train station, which means you can dump your bags and be exploring the old town within minutes. The area around Lutherstrasse has some fantastic little cafes and bars that you’d never find in the touristy center — I mean, there’s this tiny wine bar just around the corner that serves the most incredible Swiss cheese plates.

Your Room and Rest

The room I stayed in was surprisingly spacious for Zurich standards, and honestly, those beds live up to the hype. I’m someone who usually takes forever to fall asleep in new places, but I was out like a light every single night. The decor strikes this perfect balance between modern and cozy — think clean lines but with warm touches that make the space feel personal. Each room has everything you actually need without feeling cluttered, and the windows are properly soundproofed, which is crucial when you’re this close to the city center.

Morning Fuel

Breakfast here is where Josephine’s really shows its personality. The buffet setup might sound basic, but they’ve clearly put thought into sourcing quality ingredients — the bread alone is worth getting up for. As someone who’s vegetarian, I was thrilled to see how many plant-based options they offer without making a big deal about it. The restaurant area gets lovely morning light, and there’s usually this gentle buzz of conversation from other guests planning their day. It’s the kind of breakfast where you end up lingering longer than planned, which is exactly what you want on vacation.

Why Guests Love It

What makes this place special isn’t just the women-only concept — though that does create a uniquely relaxed atmosphere — it’s how everything feels intentional. The location rating speaks for itself, especially for couples who want to experience Zurich like locals rather than tourists. You’re close enough to everything that matters but far enough from the crowds to actually unwind. The staff genuinely seems to care about your experience, offering recommendations that go beyond the obvious tourist spots. For the price point in Zurich, which can be absolutely brutal, Josephine’s delivers comfort and character without breaking the bank.

Josephine’s Guesthouse – ! WOMEN ONLY ! Accommodations

Reviews of Josephine’s Guesthouse – ! WOMEN ONLY !

• Amazing as always – Paula from Croatia (9/10)

  Always happy to come back here. I love the location of the guesthouse and the helpfulness of the staff. You have everything you need and more. It is so relaxing knowing you can use the entire kitchen and your private fridge at any time. It made buying groceries for a longer stay much easier.
  
  Until next time!

• Exceptional – Amy from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Location was excellent, very clean and welcoming, would stay here again

• Lovely place in great location! – Joanna from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Greatly located place with great terrace on top of the building! I really enjoyed staying with place where only woman can stay (it was my first solo trip and I felt a bit anxious). Very lovely lady at the reception and lovely room with bathroom.

• Wonderful – Wen-wei from Taiwan (9/10)

  The location is great. We only walked for 10 mins from the main station. There are many trams that you can take to get into city center and other viewpoints. The room is big and clean. You can slightly hear the church bell but for us was not a problem.

• Wonderful – Fee from Malaysia (9/10)

  Good location . value for money

• Exceptional – Husman from United States of America (9/10)

  Loved the top floor kitchen and deck. Rooms were spair but everything you need. More than I expected, given the price.

• Very Good – Tauana from Brazil (8/10)

• Exceptional – Barbara from Australia (9/10)

  Very well organised, spacious and immaculately clean; lovely location opposite church. The rooftop breakfast area was a treat

• Covenant for single woman traveller. – Dita from Latvia (9/10)

  Great location, beautiful terrace, enough space.

• Perfect location to stay and be able to discover Zurich. – Katarzyna from Poland (9/10)

  Perfect location – close to the business part of the city, the central station and trams. The personel os lovely and super helpful and the rooms are very comfortable for such a short stay.

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