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Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Mainaustrasse 24, Zürich, ZH, 8008
  • Place, Zürich Opera House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahnhofstrasse
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Kunsthaus Zurich
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 156 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and two windows with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 242 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

Junior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table and chairs, a sofa with colorful cushions, and a floor lamp.

Studio, Kitchenette

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Zürich

Located in Zürich Center, Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Pavillon Le Corbusier and Zürich Opera House. This 18-room, 3-star hotel has a full-service spa along with free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Zürich Opera House - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lakeside Promenade - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grossmuenster - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bahnhofstrasse - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kunsthaus Zurich - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Feldeggstrasse Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Zürich Limmatquai Station - 19 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buchmann - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pumpstation - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Co Chin Chin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Monocle Shop & Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Frascati - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness

Renovated in 2022, Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness offers a full-service spa, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace. Self parking is offered for CHF 25 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers, and beds are dressed in pillow menus. Free international calls, free long-distance calls, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Ladies Only Wellness. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open select days. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (CHF 25 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 29 for adults and CHF 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - April 2022
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Express 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 29 for adults and CHF 14 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: CHF 25 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • A facilities fee includes use of: sauna; spa

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness?

Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness?

As of Sep 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness on Oct 11, 2026 start from $221, including 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 within easy reach of Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness?

This hotel is situated in Zürich Center within a 10-minute walk of Zürich Opera House and Pavillon Le Corbusier. You'll also find Bahnhofstrasse and Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria within a short drive.

Is there a spa at Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness?

Ladies Only Wellness is the hotel's full-service spa and services include massages. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness have a casino?

No, Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, dogs stay free at Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness and the property also provides food and water bowls.

How far is the airport from Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness?

The closest major airport to Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 8.1 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Alma Hotel - Boutique hideaway by the lake with rooftop and ladies-only wellness Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 410 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 410 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 410 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 410 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 410 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and common areas; helpful and friendly staff; and perfect location. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic stay at the Alma - extremely attentive staff and excellent facilities - the wellness area, rooftop terrace and rose garden combined with the honesty bar meant it was just a really pleasant place to hang out. Tastefully decorated and clean. 100% recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay, easy access to the lake and only a 20 minute walk in to town. Staff were amazing 😁.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, priced reasonably and with very engaging staff. The hotel is well located in a quiet street.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with all the amenities at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved having access to the guest kitchen including the fridge. The back terrace was in full bloom and a lovely place to sit in the evening with snacks and a drink after a busy day of being tourists. The breakfast was amazing with home made goodies (and we know they were homemade as we were in the guest kitchen getting water one day and the very lovely staff member was taking delicious smelling treats out of the oven!), a nice selection of fruits, cheeses, breads, etc. The staff were very helpful with suggestions and directions as well. Overall it was a 10 out of 10 experience!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice start to our vacation!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a short walk to the lake and all the great food and shopping options on Seefeldstrasse. Ristorante Almalfi across the street is a big plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in the heart of Zurich, a stoneʻs throw from a charming walk along the lake where so many Zurchers love to gather, and restaurants and cafes galore nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very friendly. The rooms are clean and comfortable. Location is perfect. Breakfast is great. Great experience. Highly recommended. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good quiet place with walking distance for shopping and other activities. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All facilities were excellent and staff very friendly and helpful. The roof top terrace was a great place to spend the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
happy with the hotel and staff v helpful and friendly. only one negative point, it is too cold in the room without heating and extra duvet at the time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious room and bath. Quiet area. Clean and friendly staff. Close to northern end of Zürichsee and Christmas markets!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a great are of Zurich close to the lake and many great restaurants. Very easy to get around using the tram and close to the main station. Lovely rooms and shared spaces, and so nice to have the outdoor space too. Staff were incredibly helpful. Fully recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sense of calm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. No air con in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying at Alma. I was a bit skeptical at the time of the booking because some reviews and the pictures don’t do justice to this beautiful place at all. The place is clean, well decorated, the room is spacious, the breakfast was top of the line, the staff is friendly, the location is prime. Very close to the lake and just 15 min walk to the old town, a bit more, the train station. They wrote a cute note and offered us a bottle of sparkling wine for New Years Eve. We watched the fireworks from their 360 view rooftop. Perfection all around. I will DEFINITELY go again and stay right at Alma when I return to Zurich.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and relaxing stay in a nice area. Hotel is approximately a 30 minute walk to the centre of Zurich along the lake but there is also a quick, cheap, and regular tram option less than 5 minutes away. Free (quality) tea and coffee options 24/7 on the ground floor were nice, but didn’t quite make up for the lack of kettle in the room, especially as we were on the 4th floor - having booked a room with a kitchenette would have expected this would be included (though Hotel did state they were unable to provide kettles due to the police requirements)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a great quick stay at this hotel. The room was spacious and the location was very convenient to several tram stops and the lake was a quick 5 minute walk away. Parking is limited but there's a garage also only a 5 minute walk away so we didn't have any issues. The hotel itself was very clean and all workers we encountered were friendly. We loved the complementary coffee bar and the idea of the honor-system treats at the front (we didn't utilize this but thought it was a nice touch)! There's a great rooftop with a wonderful view and as an added bonus our dogs were able to stay with us at no additional cost. Overall a great stay and would highly recommend to anyone considering this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we didn'tlike the noise of the toilet door - the pillow was too big and heavy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recently renovated. Historic house limits in room amenities but they make up for it with some extras. 24 hr complimentary coffee and tea downstairs. Guest kitchen for those who want to eat in or store snacks. Pleasant decor. Fan provided in lieu of AC. Quiet area. Rooftop terrace. Rose garden with tables in back. Short walk to shoreline park on lake Zurich. 5 minute walk to trams direct to Bahnhof, grocery stores. Bathroom was small. There is an elevator, but raised threshold at room door and to bathroom may hinder mobility impaired folks. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first trip to Zurich so we had no idea if the Alma would be a good choice or not. But we were so glad we selected it! The staff was exceptionally friendly, everyone spoke fluent English, and everyone worked to ensure our comfort. There were a couple of service errors (a houekeeper who had a little trouble with managing the details, and one breakfast that felt like we were getting the lefovers of other guests), but in both instances, the front desk team sprung into action to make things right when I reported the concerns. The hotel is a good walk to the HB, or a quick walk to the tram station, if you feel like riding. There are some good Italian restaurants, a small bakery, and a delicious gelato shop in the immediate area as well. Of course, having beautiful Lake Zurich nearby was a bonus! Even our departure was wonderful, with Bernadette putting together a breakfast bag for us when we had to leave in the early a.m. for our flight home. The hotel isn't luxurious, but what it lacks in fanciness, it makes up for in kindness, coziness, and warmth.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025