Schifflände 16, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland
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Lake Side Location Bellevue Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Lake Side Location Bellevue, you immediately understand why this four-star hotel has such devoted fans. The building sits right on Schifflände, which — if you’re not familiar with Zurich — is basically prime real estate along the lake. I mean, you’re literally steps from the water, and the whole area has this refined European elegance that makes you feel like you’ve stumbled into a postcard. The entrance is understated but polished, which honestly sets the tone perfectly for what’s inside.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s the thing about staying in Zurich’s heart — and I mean the actual center, not some marketing version of it. You’re on Schifflände 16, which puts you right where locals and visitors naturally converge. The lake is right there (hence the name), but you’re also within easy walking distance of the financial district and Old Town. What I really appreciate is how you can grab morning coffee at one of the nearby cafes, then be at Bahnhofstrasse for shopping or business meetings without any hassle. The tram connections are excellent too, though honestly, you might find yourself walking everywhere because the location is just that central.

The Rooms

The accommodations strike that perfect balance between Swiss precision and actual comfort. My room had clean lines and quality furnishings — nothing flashy, but everything worked exactly as it should. The windows are well-designed, and if you’re lucky enough to get a lake view, well, you’ll understand why couples rate this place so highly for romantic getaways. The bathrooms are modern and spacious, with those little touches that show someone actually thought about the guest experience. Storage space is generous too, which matters more than you’d think when you’re unpacking for several days.

Dining & Amenities

The breakfast setup is solid — not groundbreaking, but it covers all the bases with both local and international options. What I particularly liked was the quality of the coffee and the fact that they source some items locally. The staff seems to genuinely know the area, so they’re actually helpful when you’re trying to figure out dinner plans or need directions. The hotel doesn’t try to be everything to everyone, which I respect. Instead, they focus on doing the essentials really well, from reliable WiFi to responsive housekeeping.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.2 rating isn’t an accident — Lake Side Location Bellevue delivers on its core promise of putting you right in the middle of everything that matters in Zurich. The location score of 9.3 tells the real story here. You’re not just staying somewhere with a good address; you’re positioned to actually experience the city the way it’s meant to be experienced. Whether you’re here for business meetings in the financial district or romantic walks along Lake Zurich, everything feels accessible and natural. It’s the kind of place where you spend less time figuring out logistics and more time enjoying why you came to Switzerland in the first place.

Lake Side Location Bellevue Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Three-Bedroom Apartment3 × 1 queen bed and 1 sofa bed for 8 adults
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Reviews of Lake Side Location Bellevue

  • Wonderful find, we loved this appartment – Karen from Australia (10/10)

    Everything was better than what we expected, plus a great price for a lovely apartment in the heart of everything.
    The fridge stopped working on the day we arrived but the host had it replaced with a smaller one immediately with no disruption to us. Bedrooms were comfy and the 2 we used on different levels had their own bathrooms which was ideal. The bedrooms and living area overlooked the square below which was picturesque, and the windows stopped any noise coming up.
    The location couldn't have been more central, and we walked to all the places we wanted to visit during our 3 night stay. Host organised a car to the airport on our departure and it arrived on time.
    Many thanks! Can't recommend this place highly enough, was a lovely conclusion to 2 weeks in Switzerland.

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

    The location was amazing. There was plenty of space, including multiple bathrooms, which is not as common in switzerland. The air conditioning units kept it cool during a fairly hot weekend and sleeping was very comfortable.

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

    Beautiful apartment. Extremely clean. Great communication during and before stay.

  • Cosy short term stay in super central location – Holger from Switzerland (10/10)

    Perfectly renovated apartment
    Nice wooden floors
    Very clean and well equipped

  • best location, great view, comfortamble property. – Idit from Israel (10/10)

    The location is the best. in front of the lake, in the middle of old city, very close to Bhanhofstrasse. Many restaurants and bars next to the property. nice and clean rooms, shower is good.

  • If you want an ideal location with room for multiple generations this is an amazing find! – Joel from United States of America (10/10)

    The location could not have been better. Easy access to wonderful local and EU based shoppes. High end was just a few blocks over. Centrally located with Christmas market within 200 meters, Street Cars in 150 meters, wonderful dining within 50 meters. We perused the neighborhood, strolled along the lake, rode the street cars all around, and dined on wonderful fondue and other cuisines close by. We were three generations of a family all staying happily together and the layout was perfect for each generation to have their own bed/bath and floor. Finally, there was daily cleaning/tidying up and incredible attentiveness by the concierge staff.

  • Very clean and well appointed apartment close to the train station and across the road from the river in old town. Excel – Jody from United States of America (10/10)

    Very clean and well appointed apartment close to the train station and across the road from the river in old town. Excellent communication from hosts and easy access.

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

    The location was perfect It was spacious, comfortable and very convenient.James was a perfect host!

  • Lovely place, great for a family to stay. – Ronald from United States of America (9/10)

    great location in the heart of Zürich. easy to walk all over, restaurants and shopping option are plentiful in the area.

    having air conditioners in each room was appreciated

  • Good – James from United States of America (7/10)

    Location was excellent! Unit design and cleanliness was excellent.

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linens

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/Champagne
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Minibar

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Lake view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance

Transportation:

  • Airport shuttle

Languages Spoken:

  • English

Cleaning Services:

  • Daily housekeeping

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Express check-in/out
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House Rules at Lake Side Location Bellevue

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

Children & Beds:

  • Children of all ages are welcome.

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.5

Comfort:

9.4

Location:

9.6

Facilities:

9.4

Cleanliness:

9.3

Value for money:

8.9