Baur Au Lac - Zurich

$$$$||View on mapZurich, SwitzerlandTalstrasse 1, Zurich, Switzerland, 8024|
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Baur Au Lac - Zurich
Talstrasse 1, Zurich, Switzerland, 8024·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Location9.7
Comfort9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Staff9.5
Facilities9.3
Who stays here
Couples41%
Families30%
Solo18%
Business7%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.3Perfect
Location9.7
Comfort9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Staff9.5
Facilities9.3
Who stays here
Couples41%
Families30%
Solo18%
Business7%

5-star Zurich luxury hotel set in a private park with views of Lake Zurich and the Alps

Dining

Baur au Lac offers three on-site dining options, including the Michelin-starred restaurant Pavillon, set in a glass rotunda. Baur's Brasserie serves Swiss and international classics with a terrace overlooking the private park. The hotel also houses an intimate cigar lounge with specialized cocktails and a wine boutique featuring a curated selection of fine wines and spirits.

Rooms

All guest rooms and suites at Baur au Lac Zurich include a complimentary minibar with soft drinks and snacks, restocked daily. Many rooms offer canal or park views, and select suites feature heated bathroom floors and separate entrance areas. The hotel has been family-run since 1844, blending heritage architecture with fully renovated interiors.

Location

The hotel sits in its own private park at the edge of Lake Zurich, with direct views of the lake and the Alps. Bahnhofstrasse shopping street and the Lake Zurich ferry terminal are within a five-minute walk. Cultural landmarks such as Kunsthaus Zurich and the opera house are also easily reached on foot.

Wellness & Fitness

The hotel's top-floor fitness centre offers lake views and a selection of strength and cardio equipment. Guests can book medical massages and physiotherapy sessions on request. A hair and beauty salon on site provides haircuts, styling, manicures, pedicures, and waxing services.

Services

Baur au Lac Zurich provides a 24-hour concierge service for personalized itinerary planning and reservation assistance. Valet parking is available, and the hotel's garage can repair and wash guests' cars. Pet-friendly amenities include pet bowls, pet baskets, and grooming services, with designated pet-friendly rooms.

  • Location: Private park overlooking Lake Zurich and the Alps
  • Dining: Michelin-starred Pavillon, Baur's Brasserie, Marguita terrace
  • Rooms: Complimentary minibar, heated bathroom floors, canal-view suites
  • Services: 24-hour concierge, valet parking, twice-daily maid service
  • Pet-friendly: Pet baskets, bowls, and grooming services
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of CHF 52.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic
Building
Year renovated:2009
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:115
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Rooms and availability

City King Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Superior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Facial

Body wraps

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Full body massage
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Courtyard view
  • Lake view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Separate tub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Direct dial telephone
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Baur Au Lac

💵 Lowest room price 1164 £
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
✈️ Distance to airport 12.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kloten, ZRH

Location

Talstrasse 1, Zurich, Switzerland, 8024
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Talstrasse 1, Zurich, Switzerland, 8024
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Talstrasse 1, Zurich, Switzerland, 8024
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Mall
Bahnhofstrasse
560 m
Utoquai
Lake Zurich
530 m
Church
Fraumunster Church
430 m
Square
Buerkliplatz
130 m
Square
Paradeplatz
120 m
Museum
Helmhaus
580 m
Muensterhof 20
Zunfthaus zur Meisen
360 m
Munsterbrucke
Monument to Hans Waldmann
350 m
Public Building
Stadthaus
450 m
Restaurant
Restaurant Zeughauskeller
440 m
Restaurant
Restaurant Pavillon
40 m
Restaurant
Baur au Lac Terrasse
30 m
Restaurant
Confiserie Sprungli
300 m
Restaurant
Baur's
60 m
Restaurant
Kafi Zuri
170 m
Restaurant
Metropol
230 m
Restaurant
Oak Bar
200 m
Restaurant
Restaurant Glarnischhof
240 m
Restaurant
Old Fashion Bar
290 m
Restaurant
Bauschaenzli Biergarten & Grill
320 m
Restaurant
Aura
250 m
Restaurant
Milchbar Cafe
300 m

Reviews of Baur Au Lac

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9.3/ 10
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FAQ about Baur Au Lac

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Baur Au Lac?
You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Bellevueplatz, placed 500 meters from the Baur Au Lac. Other sights that are worth your while are Strandbad Mythenquai (1.7 km the property) as well as Lindenhof hill (only 11 minutes' walk away).
Which landmarks are closest to Baur Au Lac hotel?
Guests of Baur Au Lac hotel can visit Stadthaus (only a 6-minute walk from the accommodation), or Limmat River placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the hotel?
Shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 15-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at the Baur Au Lac hotel?
Yes, at the Baur Au Lac hotel there are parking spaces provided on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at Baur Au Lac?
Guests of Baur Au Lac can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-café Confiserie Sprungli offering Swiss cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 5-star Baur Au Lac?
Guests of the 5-star Baur Au Lac can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
What payment methods are accepted in the 5-star Baur Au Lac?
At the 5-star Baur Au Lac, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 5-star Baur Au Lac hotel comprise?
The 5-star Baur Au Lac hotel offers such room types as Deluxe Queen Room, Junior Suite, and Deluxe Suite.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the hotel?
Each room at the hotel is thoughtfully equipped with air conditioning to ensure an enjoyable stay. Guests' average rating for comfort is 9.5/10.
Does the staff at the 5-star Baur Au Lac hotel speak any foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the 5-star Baur Au Lac hotel will help you in Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and German.
Which facilities are provided in the 5-star Baur Au Lac hotel?
Top locations of the 5-star Baur Au Lac hotel include a beauty salon and a luggage room, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
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