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Swiss Star California

3.0 star property
Apartments with kitchenettes, near Bahnhofstrasse

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Asylstrasse 125, Zürich, 8032
  • Place, Zürich Opera House
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahnhofstrasse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Zoo Zurich
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio (für 3 Personen)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Zürich

Located in Zürich Center, Swiss Star California is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Tram-Museum Zurich and Botanical Garden. Each of the 26 rooms at this 3-star apartment building includes a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Zürich Opera House - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kunsthaus Zurich - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bahnhofstrasse - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • ETH Zurich - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Zoo Zurich - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Holderlinstrasse Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Zürich Limmatquai Station - 4 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hegifret Kaffeefenster - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ButchersTable - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bohemia - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Le Pain Quotidien - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Inspiracion - Vinos de los Andes - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Swiss Star California

Apartments with kitchenettes, near Bahnhofstrasse
At Swiss Star California, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Limited parking is available. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions. This apartment building also has a terrace.
Each apartment is heated and features a kitchenette and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and a desk.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: CHF 20 per night

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: CHF 15 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a metro station

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Shopping

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system

General

  • 26 units
  • 4 floors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
If guests have not received the check-in instructions they are required to contact this property prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 20.0 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.

  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 20.0 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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system 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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

California House Hotel
California House Zurich
Hotel California House
Hotel California House Zurich
Hotel California House Zürich
California House Zürich
Hotel California House
Swiss Star California Zürich
Swiss Star California Apartment
Swiss Star California Apartment Zürich

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Swiss Star California?

Swiss Star California offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Swiss Star California?

This apartment is situated in Zürich Center within a short 14-minute walk of Botanical Garden and also 18 minutes on foot from Kunsthaus Zurich. You'll also find Bahnhofstrasse and Zoo Zurich within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this apartment?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does Swiss Star California feature a casino?

No, Swiss Star California doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Swiss Star California?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Swiss Star California?

Couples staying at this apartment will appreciate amenities like a kitchenette and free Internet access as well as a terrace.

Does Swiss Star California have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Swiss Star California feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Swiss Star California doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Swiss Star California allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Swiss Star California for a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per night.

What is the closest airport to Swiss Star California?

The closest major airport to Swiss Star California is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 8 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Swiss Star California?

Yes, some apartments at Swiss Star California offer a balcony.

Reviews

Swiss Star California Reviews

6.8

7.6/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 307 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Huong

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

TERRIBLE PLACE TO STAY.

The “hotel” was terrible. When we got into the hotel there was water all over the floor. Afterwards the next morning, the ceiling was leaking all over the floor in front of the bathroom door. You can hear everyone coming in and out of the hotel as the door slams really loudly. There is a cigarette smell that comes from leaving your window open but if you close it there is no fan, ac, or ventilation in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shahazaib

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It’s the wort place for holidays no fan no iron no cleaning and no communication. At the time of booking we mentioned that we need twin beds but when we reached they give us. Double bed and when i said that I mentioned i need twin after 1 day they replied that they don’t have
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was horrible: dirty and in poor condition. Cabinet door was broken, shower rod had duck tape on it, bathroom fixtures were attached to the wall with half the amount of screws so were barely hanging on and unusable, my bathroom sink wouldn’t drain, the heat was on in 95° weather and there was no fan, there were stains on the walls, the door to the building was unsecured, and the entryway and stairwells were filthy. It was not at all as it appeared in the Expedia pictures when we booked it and management never replied to my email. Avoid.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace

Disliked: Cleanliness
The dishes and cooking items were not cleaned. Also no sponge so I could clean them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To summarise my reasoning and experience - this is why I believe that a full refund is necessary :- * Room was not available on arrival (email indicated that it was) * Room had not been cleaned (and probably wouldn’t have in time unless we had arrived at 12:30pm and made contact re the missing key). * Cleaner took well over an hour to get this tiny single room clean. * Room looks (and is) absolutely nothing like the photos represented on Wotif - room is not an apartment, it is a single small room with a small bathroom attached. * Issues with room:- - it is filthy and potentially dangerous - there are obvious signs of toxic mold throughout the room and especially in the bathroom and around the kitchenette - The shower door is broken and hanging off - being glass this is serious - The toilet seat is hanging off, moves from side to side - There is a “decorative” piece of wood that is hanging off the wall and has nails exposed - There are external lights that cannot be turned off that light up the entire room all night - it is extremely dated And there were several attempts by people (or one person) to gain access into the room whilst we were in it (before I even made the complaint)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

JAYMIE-LYNN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ioannis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I chose this place for a specific reason, which was the distance from my friends staying in an apartment close by. So my only requirements were a good night sleep and cleanliness without breaking the bank since I was only for 30hrs in Zurich. The property matched all of them.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Sophie

Traveled with group

Had no power for our whole stay

Turned up after check in and the room hadn’t been cleaned. Power went out within our first few hours of being there, contacted the helpline multiple times and they said they’d send out an electrician. They never did! Spent the whole trip with no way to charge phones in our room and no lights!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Naghman

Liked: Cleanliness
bed sheets cover was barely insufficient for two co sharers .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kamal, Irvine

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Brett

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poorly maintained Fan so broken and out of balance that it couldn’t be used Shower head hose broken and sprayed all over the bathroom Was advised routine maintenance was to occur during my stay, so I told them about these issues, but nothing happened Was advertised as daily maid service. Didn't happen The common area is filthy. If you a light sleeper, I suggest staying somewhere else. The trolly tram runs directly outside
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness

review

the building , its old and dated but it is cheap and to be fair and the room was tidy / good location for what we required , parking was an issue tho
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Ruby

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine for a short cheap stay. But otherwise - Black mould. No soap or dish soap to wash anything. The kettle and some appliances can’t be plugged in because they don’t supply adaptors. And a lottt of spiders.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mariia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The neighbourhood is really nice, easy to get on transport. What was a bit confusing when I got keycode when registered I thought it was the room code. I got an email the day before about mainfloor access code and didn’t know it was room code as well. So was a bit stressed when tried KeyCode and it didn’t work. Just randomly punched in main floor door code and it opened the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Value for price

Only booked this because it was close to an event I was attending and was happy at the price. I was surprised by all the in-room amenities because I want looking for that. A person staying longer would have benefited from the kitchen, dining table and ironing board. I was impressed by the large bathroom including a whirl pool bath tub.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

An

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
You have been warned : do not stay here is you don’t want your money to be stolen, stranger entering your room when you are naked, no toilet paper for the whole trip and climbing up 4 huge staircases with your big suitcase. I paid quite a lot for this property for 5 nights, and it has been the worst nightmare of my 2 months traveling through Europe. Its the worst property I ever stay in in my entire life. First, it is very far from city center. Second, they double charged you and acted stupid when you wanted your money back. Jerome who is a staff here ignored my request to have toilet papers for the whole trip and ignored my request to refund me for the double charge. My friend and I ended up rushing to groceries to buy toilet paper as the staff here can’t be contacted when you need them. Trash is not collected in the room, no change of towel, they said they don’t do that for anything less than 7 nights (we stayed 5 nights). Such a horror! do not stay here. Save yourself from nightmare like mine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
The studio was good but the bin in the kitchen was full of garbage (milk cartons, egg cartons, etc) and the wall at the side of the table was falling apart, the paint even got in my husband's jacket.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Liwanu

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Henrietta

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramses

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that you have your own kitchen. I did not like that there is no lift .
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Mark

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Our not so nice Swiss stay

No communication from owner to allow bags in room early! Bathroom was unclean and smelled like cigarettes, kitchen was extremely small and only had 1 pot and 1 pan, and the pan was in poor shape, room was unclean and dusty, very noisy at night!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Good location, clean

The hotel has an automated check-in and check-out system. The staff sends you all information in advance - it is easy to find. The place is nothing special but clean and quiet, ideal to stay for a couple of nights. The hotel is close to a tram stop that takes you straight to the city center and train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

4/10 Poor

Ernst

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
Strange habitants - Alcoholic, Marihuana etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021