Alex Lake Zürich

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a sauna connected to a rail/subway station in Thalwil

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Penthouse One Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk
Daily full breakfast (CHF 50 per person)
Lake view
Lake
Panorama Junior Suite with balcony | Living area | LCD TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Seestrasse 182, Thalwil, Zurich, 8800
  • Place, Thalwil Ferry Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kilchberg ZH Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Lakeview Deluxe Studio with Balcony

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Lake Level Deluxe Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Design Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Panorama Junior Suite with balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse One Bedroom Suite

  • 498 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Garden Deluxe Studio with Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Design Double Room

  • Sleeps 3

Lake Level Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Lakeview Deluxe Studio With Balcony

  • Sleeps 3

Panorama Junior Suite With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Penthouse One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Family Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Garden Deluxe Studio with Patio

  • Sleeps 3

Penthouse Junior Suite with Terrace

  • 409 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse Junior Suite With Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Thalwil

Located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria, Alex Lake Zürich is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Bahnhofstrasse. This 5-star hotel has 44 guestrooms and offers a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and a 24-hour business center. It's connected to a rail/subway station in central Thalwil, and a short drive from Thomas Mann Wohnhaus and Sihlwald Wilderness Park Zurich.

What's nearby

  • Thalwil Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Kilchberg ZH Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Langenberg Wildlife Park Zurich - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Oberrieden Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Thalwil Station - 10 min walk
  • Rüschlikon Station - 11 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mame Thalwil - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Grundstein - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Pipponi - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Portofino - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Alex Lake Zürich - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alex Lake Zürich

Luxury hotel with a sauna connected to a rail/subway station in Thalwil
At Alex Lake Zürich, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is available for CHF 25 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Kitchenettes, dining areas, and sitting areas are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals).

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CHF 25 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (CHF 25 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 50 for adults and CHF 12.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 60.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CHF 50 for adults and CHF 12.50 for children
  • Self parking fee: CHF 25 per day
  • Valet parking fee: CHF 25 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 60.00 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Alex Lake Zürich Thalwil
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Alex Lake Zürich Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Alex Lake Zürich?

Alex Lake Zürich offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Alex Lake Zürich?

As of Nov 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alex Lake Zürich on Dec 6, 2025 start from $479.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Alex Lake Zürich?

This hotel is located in Thalwil, close to Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria and Zoo Zurich. You'll also find FIFA World Football Museum and Belvoir Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Alex Lake Zürich?

Yes, valet parking is offered for CHF 25 per day. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Is there a spa at Alex Lake Zürich?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Alex Lake Zürich have a casino?

No, Alex Lake Zürich doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Alex Lake Zürich?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Alex Lake Zürich?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside hotel include a kitchenette and around-the-clock room service in each guestroom with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Alex Lake Zürich?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Alex Lake Zürich feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Alex Lake Zürich serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Alex Lake Zürich allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Alex Lake Zürich for a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Alex Lake Zürich?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Alex Lake Zürich?

The closest major airport to Alex Lake Zürich is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 24.1 mi away (46 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Alex Lake Zürich?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy lake or garden views.

Reviews

Alex Lake Zürich Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic venue and staff. Food was incredible and all were very welcoming. Support with transport, entertainment and landmarks from Silvana, Michael, Benet and Sala. All a credit to Alex Lake and made the visit thoroughly worth it and enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful experience

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful luxurious property right by the lake in a beautiful town. 9 mins from Zurich on train. Staff is excellent . Very children friendly with toys in room. Worth every Penny
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAMLESH

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT VIEW, GREAT SERVICE.. ALWAYS WILL STAY THERE WHEN IN ZURICH....
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marufa, Burlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Alex Lake Zürich, and I can confidently say it was one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warm smiles and attentive service that made me feel right at home. The staff here are exceptional—friendly, professional, and always going above and beyond to ensure every guest has a wonderful stay. Whether it was the front desk team, the housekeeping staff, or the servers at the restaurant, everyone was attentive and genuinely cared about my comfort. Speaking of the restaurant, the food is absolutely divine. Every meal was a delight, with fresh ingredients, beautifully plated dishes, and flavors that left me wanting more. The breakfast buffet in particular was a highlight, offering a great variety of options to suit every taste. The service at Alex Lake Zürich is second to none. Every request was handled promptly and with a smile, making my stay seamless and relaxing. The hotel itself is stunning—impeccably clean, with modern, stylish décor and a tranquil lakeside setting. My room was spotless, spacious, and incredibly comfortable, with breathtaking views of Lake Zürich. Overall, Alex Lake Zürich is the epitome of hospitality. Everything here is perfect—from the warm, welcoming staff to the delicious food, exceptional service, and pristine cleanliness. I can’t recommend it highly enough and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myriam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very relax night

It was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hung, Issaquah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

FEN LAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaye Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolute gem of a hotel. The Alex delivers it all: An attentive an accommodating staff, clean and spacious rooms, excellent location just outaide of the city (but a 5-10 minute walk to the train station) great views overlooking the lake, i could go on. Will definitely be staying here again when i come back to Switzerland.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald, Olympia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing :-) loved the property, great restaurant, awesome boat to town and Widder Restaurant. Looking forward to our return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, and exceptional food and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

EUNSUN

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about the room. The view, decor, spaciousness and cleanliness. The only flaw is that there was no option for Netflix
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

EUNSUN

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tete

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicolas

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, friendly staff and quiet environment with spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful in every way!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ilona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023