Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to ETH Zurich

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Panoramic Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe
Lobby
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Breakfast (CHF 20.00 per person)
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Zähringerstrasse 46, Zürich, ZH, 8001
  • ETH Zurich
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Swiss National Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bahnhofstrasse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

Business Single Room

  • City view
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Single Room

  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Triple Room

  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Business Double Room

  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic Double Room

  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Business Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Double Panoramic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Business Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Zürich

Located in Old Town Zürich, Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind is within a 10-minute walk of popular sights such as ETH Zurich and Swiss National Museum. The 50 rooms at this 3-star hotel include minibars, coffee makers, and TVs.

What's nearby

  • ETH Zurich - 3 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lindenhof - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Swiss National Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bahnhofstrasse - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Zurich Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Central Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station) - 5 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grande Café & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Franzos - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Johanniter - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rheinfelder Bierhalle - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to ETH Zurich
Guests of Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a computer station. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include express check-out and laundry facilities.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, coffee makers, and safes.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee: CHF 20 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

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 (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1953
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • 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 fee: CHF 50
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 12 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: CHF 12 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: CHF 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

du Theatre Swiss Quality
Hotel Theatre Fassbind Zürich
du Theatre Swiss Quality Hotel Zurich
du Theatre Swiss Quality Zurich
Hotel Theatre Fassbind Zurich
Theatre Fassbind Zürich
Theatre Fassbind Zurich

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

As of Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind on Jun 14, 2025 start from $366.08, 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's there to see near Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Zürich, just steps from ETH Zurich, and within a 10-minute walk of Swiss National Museum and Bahnhofstrasse. You'll also find Letzigrund Stadium and Hallenstadion within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind feature a casino on the premises?

No, Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar and premium bedding as well as concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

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

Does Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind offers buffet breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind for a fee of CHF 12 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

The closest major airport to Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 6.7 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind.

Swiss Chocolate by Fassbind Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 266 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, numerous eating options right in the heart of old town and less than a 10 minute walk to the Banhof! Very safe area as well. Room was clean, European spartan, but everything you need. Check-In/Check-Out was very simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay. Location is fantastic. Staff were friendly and helpful. Check-in was easy. The room was very clean. My only suggestions would be to provide some drawer space (for example, a working night table rather than the decorative one) and have firmer pillows available.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

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

Great for short stays!

We had a one night stay at the Swiss Chocolate at it was lovely. Such a fun quirky hotel, with an ample supply of chocolate in the fountain. My room was a single room with a lofted layout, which i needed to be careful at night during any descents to the bathroom. The room was very clean and had the amenities i needed to be comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenin, Mountain House

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is but small for American standards. All comforts in the hotel and near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking to be where young and hip folks are and where different eateries are, this is the place for you! The vibe of the hotel is very cool and I liked that there was a reasonable priced breakfast available in the morning. Zurich is expensive, but this cute hotel is not--big thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

LINA

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

Amazing!

The welcome I got at the Reception was particularly exceptional. Stayed there the second time, and discovered that it used to be a cinema theatre! The hall's still there, being used as the luggage storage... Great place and the chocolate fountain and the chocolate-themed design are special features :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly front desk. Fun and comfortable hotel within walking distance of the train station and downtown. Everything is chocolate them and includes a chocolate fountain in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Denver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located in an excellent location in the heart of the city. It is very nice the chocolate fountain and also the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cozy

We were impressed with this newer property having good soundproofing with the windows and blackout curtains. The decor is charming and fun. The room we had was tight, no good place to layout our luggage. The feather pillows are not ideal. If we were staying longer I would have paid for an upgraded room with more space. The room temperature was fine for the chilly weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elif

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

HUIZHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I like staff service. They are very politely and nicely.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good budget hotel.

It is a good budget friendly hotel in a great location near the Zurich HB, shops and restaurants. The bed was ok. The shower was the smallest i have ever used. I am 5'9" , 175# and it was really tight. If i dropped the soap i couldn't pick it up, there was simply no room. I don't know if i was the lucky one or if the other rooms also have tiny showers.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Elena

Disliked: Staff & service

Not for me!!!

It was pretty horrible!!! The reception area was so small a dthe elevator so small, my scooter wouldnot fit. I had tl stay at another hotel further from the train station. They also had steps to get i to reception. Not mentioned on the reservation and not good for disabled people.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Marwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikky

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nickolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to get to and from. Shops, grocery, cafes around. Recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities
No parking, no lobby, narrow check in desk with 8 people waiting. Paid for a superior room and we had an attic. Could not fully stand on one side of the bed otherwise you hit your head on the low ceiling. Beam for the attic across bed and desk area. Hit head. Do not understand how you can call this a "superior" room and charge an extra fee.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Chad

Hotel is fine, not great, not bad. Nice and close to the main train station, used it as a last stop before leaving Switzerland. Wouldn't be returning but also didn't feel like it was horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little bit of a walk from the train station, and not quite in the center but it was still convenient for those who are able to walk. The concept of the hotel is pretty cool with their chocolate fountain in the front. The male receptionist was not so friendly or helpful but the girl, think her name was Meeri or something like that, was extremely nice, patient and helpful. The hotel was in pretty good condition, the room was small but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Allen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024