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Alexander Guesthouse

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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)
  • City view
  • 140 sq ft
  • 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

  • ‪Rheinfelder Bierhalle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grande Café & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Soul - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Johanniter Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alexi's Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Alexander Guesthouse

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 39 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a porter/bellhop, and a vending machine.
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 self 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 39 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.

Property is also known as

Alexander Guesthouse
Alexander Guesthouse Hotel
Alexander Guesthouse Hotel Zurich
Alexander Guesthouse Zurich
Alexander Guesthouse House Zurich
Alexander Guesthouse House
Alexander Zurich
Alexander Guesthouse Zürich
Alexander Zürich
Alexander Guesthouse Hotel
Alexander Guesthouse Zürich
Alexander Guesthouse Hotel Zürich

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 Zoo Zurich within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Alexander Guesthouse?

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, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Alexander Guesthouse?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Alexander Guesthouse?

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

Alexander Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 259 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A+ hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was supportive and allowed an early check in, which was very helpful given I had been traveling and tired.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were very firm, but otherwise ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

sanat, Hillsboro

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kokilaverny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closer to sightseeing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Menno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Very basic accommodations but clean and convenient

This place is an excellent location. Lots of shopping, restaurants, bars within walking distance. Rooms are simple and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as described.

Perfect location for winter markets.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Only stay here if you want to get yelled at

Only good things about this hotel were Domeni and Katharina. Rooms were dirty (first reeked of cigarette smoke and 2nd was dirty). Night front desk manager yelled at me when I asked him to bring me the plug to the tea kettle. He actually came to the room to look for it as if I get jollies from stealing tea kettle plugs. Ridiculous!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Small room but location closed to attractions.

The bed is quite small. The weather was hot but the fan was not working well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No kettle or tea or coffee in room. Small. Excellent inclusion of portable WiFi hotspot free of charge.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You can not get any more central in Zurich than here. Service was very friendly and the rooms comfortable. Amazed how quiet the rooms were considering we were right in the middle of the Niederdorf (Old part of Zurich).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

KC, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel about 10-15 minutes walk from the main train station. Hotel staff is very friendly and helpful. Room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Helpful genuine staff.

I stayed twice. I had a room in the guest house facing an inner green area which was nice. The second time, out of the hotels control, a noisy neighbour was disturbing me. Staff were very helpful in moving e to the main building for a comfortable stay and they did not add any charges. I thought that was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean and in a very convenient location in old town Zurich, however the noise from the street at night was very loud, making it hard to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Adam

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

Good value for money

Due to the heatwave current during our stay the room was very hot and with no AirCon it became necessary to keep the windows open which resulted in a lot of street noise and restaurant "aromas" being part of our stay. The room was clean and neat, I would request to be places in a quieter room next time. Staff were courteous and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

Not a quite area

Please choose pay at Hotel option. Internet NOT available at all
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Devyn

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

Definitely worth it

Hotel Alexander was perfect for what my friend and I were looking for. We were perfectly comfortable in our room and enjoyed the wonderful service from all employees we interacted with. Definitely would recommend and come back!

8/10 Good

Rosemarie

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

Review

My trip was fine, it would have been better if my room had a refrigerator ( my mistake for not looking at the fine print) and the elevator was a little bigger!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017