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Alexander Guesthouse

2.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel in Zürich with a 24-hour front desk

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Check-in/check-out kiosk
Daily buffet breakfast (CHF 21 per person)
Property entrance
Economy Twin Room | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels
Street view

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Zähringerstrasse 16, Zürich, ZH, 8001
  • Place, ETH Zurich
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahnhofstrasse
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Swiss National Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Economy Double Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Economy Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Zürich

Located in Old Town Zürich, Alexander Guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of ETH Zurich and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Bahnhofstrasse. This 20-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and a computer station.

What's nearby

  • ETH Zurich - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lindenhof - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bahnhofstrasse - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Swiss National Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kunsthaus Zurich - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rudolf-Brun-Brucke Station - 3 min walk
  • Zürich Limmatquai Station - 4 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grande Café & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Johanniter Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alexi's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Raclette Stube - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marea - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Alexander Guesthouse

Boardwalk/promenade hotel in Zürich with a 24-hour front desk
At Alexander Guesthouse, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and free newspapers. If you drive, self parking is CHF 30 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CHF 32 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a water dispenser, and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LED TVs with satellite channels. Select Comfort beds grant a restful night's sleep and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Phones and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 21 for adults and CHF 21 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1974
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Alexander, Niederdorfstrasse 40, 8001 Zurich]
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for CHF 30.0 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 buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 21 for adults and CHF 21 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CHF 32 per person (one-way)
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 30.0 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Alexander Guesthouse?

Alexander Guesthouse provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Alexander Guesthouse?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Zürich, just steps from Central Library Zurich and Predigerkirche, and within a short walk of Bahnhofstrasse. You'll also find Letzigrund Stadium and Hallenstadion within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Alexander Guesthouse?

Yes, covered parking is offered for CHF 30 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Alexander Guesthouse feature a casino?

No, Alexander Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Alexander Guesthouse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Alexander Guesthouse good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a comfy mattress as well as concierge services and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Alexander Guesthouse have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Alexander Guesthouse have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Alexander Guesthouse offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Alexander Guesthouse allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Alexander Guesthouse.

Does Alexander Guesthouse have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Alexander Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to Alexander Guesthouse is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 7 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Alexander Guesthouse?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Alexander Guesthouse.