Alexander Guesthouse Zurich Old Town, Zurich ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Zaehringerstr 16, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

Discover Alexander Guesthouse Zurich Old Town, a 2-star family-run hotel situated in the heart of Zurich's Old Town. This budget hotel offers fast Wi-Fi and easy access to key attractions. Guests can enjoy simple yet comfortable accommodations just steps away from vibrant local cafes and restaurants.

Rooms & Amenities

Alexander Guesthouse Zurich Old Town features 20 simply furnished double and twin rooms, all of which are non-smoking and equipped with free fast Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and private bathrooms. The hotel's rooms vary in size, from single to double occupancy, providing a practical space for all guests.

Dining Options

Guests can opt for a breakfast buffet available for an additional charge of CHF 21 per person, served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Nearby dining options include several restaurants within 984.3 ft, offering a variety of cuisines including Swiss and international dishes.

Local Area & Transportation

This Zurich hotel provides easy access to attractions, including the Kunsthaus (Museum of Art), Grossmünster, and St. Peter Church, all within a 10-minute walk. Public transportation options like trams and buses are conveniently located, facilitating travel around the city.

Services & Local Attractions

The Alexander Guesthouse Zurich Old Town offers free admission to the Zurich Zoo for guests who book directly. Additionally, guests can reserve parking for CHF 30 per day, although car rentals are discouraged due to limited availability in the area.

“The hotel's location in the heart of Old Town makes it perfect for walking to all the major attractions in Zurich.”view full review

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“Excellent location with friendly, helpful staff always ready!” view full review

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at CHF 30 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs CHF 21 per person per day.

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Arabic

Number of floors:5

Number of rooms:11

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Room

Max:

1 person

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Zurich500 m

Airports

Kloten (ZRH) 11.1 km

St. Gallen-Altenrhein (ACH) 105.2 km

Train

Zürich Hauptbahnhof600 m

Bus

Bus stop300 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy Comfort

“The room was immaculately clean, featuring a big comfy bed that provided the perfect sanctuary for relaxation.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“Breakfast was a good experience with fresh bread, cheeses, and eggs that made every morning special and energizing.” view full review

Accessible Amenities

“The paths between the main hotel and guesthouse were easy to navigate, ensuring a seamless experience throughout our stay.” view full review

Thoughtful Touches

“The complimentary coffee and filtered water available on each floor were such a nice extra that enhanced our comfort greatly.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Zaehringerstr 16, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

Map view

Zaehringerstr 16, Zurich, Switzerland, 8001

City landmarks

Museum

Swiss National Museum

870 m

Mall

Bahnhofstrasse

810 m

Church

Grossmunster

810 m

Zoo

Zoo Zurich

2.5 km

Park

Lindenhof hill

810 m

Museum

Museum of Art

880 m

Utoquai

Lake Zurich

2.0 km

Church

Fraumunster Church

810 m

Square

Buerkliplatz

810 m

Zurich

870 m

Square

Paradeplatz

810 m

Badenerstrasse 420

Old Town

880 m

Uraniastrasse 9 Above Jules Verne Panorama Bar

Urania Observatory

810 m

Church

St. Peter Church

810 m

Park

Platzspitz park

870 m

Museum

Museum of Design

870 m

Museum

museum of wax moulages

660 m

Opera House

Zurich Opera House

880 m

Pelikanstrasse 40

Ethnographic Museum of the University of Zurich

1.4 km

Museum

Helmhaus

810 m

Museum

Haus Konstruktiv

1.4 km

Limmatquai

810 m

Library

Zentralbibliothek

880 m

Museum

FIFA World Football Museum

2.4 km

Nearby

Museum

Zoological Museum

250 m

Museum

focusTerra

450 m

Historic Site

Augusto Giacometti Entrance Hall

250 m

Museum

Haus zum Rech

280 m

Right bank of Limmat river

Niederdorf

340 m

Bahnhofplatz

Alfred Escher memorial fountain

450 m

Restaurants

McDonald's

120 m

Niederdorfstrasse 30

Kon-Tiki Bar

160 m

Niederdorfstrasse 24

dieci Gelateria & Take-Away Zurich

190 m

Niederdorfstrasse 40

1001 Gmbh

240 m

Niederdorfstrasse 4

bQm

380 m

Leonhardstrasse 34

Piadina-Bar

260 m

Niederdorfstrasse 2

Louis Take Away

260 m

Niederdorfstrasse 10

Pizza Nation

280 m

Rosengasse 3

ETH Mensa Polyterrasse

400 m

Leonhardstrasse 34

Ass-Bar GmbH

300 m

Stuessihofstatt 6

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Quiet

Kind staff

Two beds pushed together

Location in red light district

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.5

Location

7.5

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

John

United States, January 2024

8.0/10

I loved the peaceful atmosphere of this hotel, even though it's like a separate section of the main hotel. The rooms were quiet and had a lovely view of the garden, but the hot temperature was a drawback. It's worth noting that the bedding often consists of two single beds pushed together, which may not suit everyone.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms felt like a depandance of the main hotel, quiet with a garden view.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent with helpful and kind staff who offered us coffee and croissants during our stay.

Location

8.0

The location, although central, is in the red light district of Zurich, which is relatively mild. It's near the train station and restaurants, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were good, including a great breakfast at a reasonable price and free wifi in the room. There are also places to eat within a short walking distance.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers succulent organic chicken dishes and free wifi in the rooms. The facilities were overall very satisfactory.

Quiet

Two beds pushed together

David

United States, November 2023

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were super clean but quite small and basic. On the plus side, the service was amazing, and the central location was very convenient. However, the dining options were a bit scarce, and the facilities were limited.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be super clean and neat, including the toilet and bath.

Service

9.0

The service at this hotel was amazing. The staff were extremely nice and helpful, especially with parking and room assistance.

Location

7.0

The hotel's position was very nice, being perfectly situated in the center of Zurich. Although it was central, there were some drawbacks to this location.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was quite basic, with typical European choices. However, the quality was good, and the coffee was nice.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were a bit limited, but acceptable for a short stay.

clean

small rooms