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About this property
This hotel is located in Zurich's Old Town, 150 metres to the Bellevue Tram and Bus Stop and 200 metres from Zurich Lake. Hotel California offers free Wi-Fi and a computer station. Rooms come with a minibar and cable TV. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower and hairdryer. Guests can sample American dishes at the Papa Joe's American Restaurant & Caribbean Cocktail Bar. Guests can choose from a rich buffet breakfast . The Opera House as well as Grossmünster Church are both 350 metres away. Zurich Main Train Station is 1.2 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Daily housekeeping
- Lift
- Heating
- Bar
- Laundry
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ioana
Romania
“The location is perfect for a short stay. You can see all main spots from Zurich within a walking distance. There are many restaurants and shops around as well. The room was very nice and spacious with a fridge to keep you cool. Bathroom also...” - Tacy
Australia
“Spacious rooms, comfortable beds, great buffet breakfast” - Taru
Sweden
“Good location and nice hotel. Breakfast was great and nice service.” - Narelle
Switzerland
“Very central and fun - our room was called Alcatraz” - Ramona
Romania
“All personnel were providing extraordinary support. Special thanks to Nicoleta and the Reception Supervisor. Big clean rooms.” - Samuel
United Kingdom
“Well I came was i need to ring the bell many times and calling as well before someone answered. On my reservation was an 1 extra large double bad but by surprise was only two small bed next to each other really disappointed. Very clean and nice...” - Irena
United Kingdom
“The location was best for the purpose of our visit, a bit noisy but very clean..” - Lagrimas
Ireland
“Very clean room. Having a kettle and a mini fridge in the room is a bonus. The option of leaving our luggage before check in and after check out, is one important service we like. The staff were pleasant and helpful. Location is central.” - Ody
United Kingdom
“The staff was really good and carrying and a great location” - Nathalia
Germany
“Very clean and quiet room, even though the hotel is over a restaurant and in a tourist area. Next tram stop is in less than 200 m.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Papa Joe's
- CuisineAmerican
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.







The fine print
Late check-in is only possible for an additional charge upon prior confirmation by the property. Contact details are stated in the booking confirmation.