Motel One Zürich

Motel One Zürich Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Motel One Zürich, you immediately get that this isn’t your typical budget chain hotel. The lobby has this sleek, modern design that feels more boutique than motel — honestly, the name is a bit misleading because this place has serious style. Located right on Stockerstrasse in the Enge district, you’re basically in one of Zurich’s most desirable neighborhoods, and trust me, that location score of 9.0 isn’t just marketing fluff.

The Neighborhood Advantage

What I love about this three-star spot is how it puts you right in the heart of things without the chaos. The Enge area is where locals actually want to live — you’ve got Lake Zurich just a short walk away, and you’re close enough to the financial district that business travelers love it here. I mean, couples rate the location 9.0 for good reason. You can stroll to the lake for morning coffee, then be in the old town within 15 minutes by tram. The fact that there are more repeat guests here than at most other properties tells you something — people figure out this place is a gem and keep coming back.

The Room Experience

The room design follows that same clean, contemporary aesthetic you see downstairs. Everything feels thoughtfully planned — the lighting is actually good (you know how hotel lighting can be terrible), and there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. The beds are surprisingly comfortable for a three-star property, and the bathrooms are compact but well-designed. You won’t find a spa or anything fancy, but honestly, when you’re this close to everything Zurich has to offer, you’re probably not spending much time in your room anyway.

Breakfast Worth Getting Up For

Here’s where they really get it right — the breakfast setup is impressive. They’ve got continental options, but also proper vegetarian and vegan choices, which isn’t always a given in Switzerland. The buffet has good variety, and the coffee is actually decent (Swiss hotel coffee can be hit or miss). I’ve seen business travelers and tourists equally happy with the spread, and when you’re paying Zurich prices for everything else, having a solid breakfast included feels like a win.

Why Guests Love It

Look, Zurich isn’t cheap, and finding a place that delivers this much value in such a prime location is rare. The combination of smart design, that unbeatable Enge location, and the kind of service that keeps people coming back makes this place special. You’re not getting five-star amenities, but you’re getting something better — a hotel that understands what travelers actually need. Whether you’re here for business meetings in the financial district or weekend exploring around the lake, you’ll appreciate having a stylish base that doesn’t break the bank. The parking situation is typical for central Zurich (meaning expensive), but with the excellent public transport connections right outside, most guests skip the car entirely.

Hotels in Zurich blend art-filled lobbies, rooftop pools, and quick strolls to Old Town guild houses.

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Reviews of Motel One Zürich

• really loved the generous size of the room, it was very stylish and clean however before going to bed it would have been – Karen from Australia (9/10)

  stunning big old building with great decor and extremely clean

• fantastic – Walter from Italy (9/10)

  close to centre, definitely more than a 3 star hotel. this is my second experience at motel one chain in two cities and I would definitely recommend it!

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

  Location was awesome

• Stay was pleasant – Cher from Luxembourg (8/10)

  The room was very comfortable and spacious.

• Very good! – Ferda from Turkey (9/10)

  Rooms are clean, bed is comfortable. Hotel loby and bar great! Breakfast is good enough with a lot of food like different cheese options, tea options, fruits, fried egg, yoghurts,etc.

• Incredibly comfortableand luxe feeling stay on a budget! – Hayley from United States of America (9/10)

  Location was good, the decor and general atmosphere was so nice and the beds were very comfortable.

• Comfy and practical in Zurich – Marcelo from Switzerland (9/10)

  Very good practical option for stays in Zurich in the middle of town. Good value-for-money relative to other Zurich options. Great bar, comfortable rooms, professional staff. Ticks all the basic boxes.

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

  Close to old town Zurich. Room was very comfortable and clean. The bar is excellent and Bernardo educated me on all the different gins they had.

• Excellent stay at Motel One, highly recommended for a business trip – Nabih from Lebanon (9/10)

  Location ambiance and the cleanness

• Convenient location – Sheena from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Lovely decor, excellent location, spacious room.

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