Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich

Property class: 3.5

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A modern interior with a stone wall, a fireplace, a white chair, a red sofa, and a vase with flowers.
A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent arched entrance.
A reception desk with a blackboard displaying multilingual welcome messages.
A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with bottles, a television screen, and a stone wall.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a built-in shelf with kitchen appliances, and a glass shower enclosure.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Zaehringerstrasse 43, Zürich, ZH, 8001
  • Place, ETH Zurich
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Swiss National Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahnhofstrasse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 214 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 214 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Zürich

Located in Old Town Zürich, Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich is adjacent to Polybahn Funicular and within a 5-minute walk of Central Library Zurich. This 58-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • ETH Zurich - 3 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Swiss National Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lindenhof - 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 - 2 min walk
  • Zürich Limmatquai Station - 5 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Big Ben Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rheinfelder Bierhalle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grande Café & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Johanniter Brasserie - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich

Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and coffee in a common area. Airport transportation is made easy with a shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available 24 hours) for CHF 60 per vehicle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This hotel also has free use of bicycles.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds are dressed in pillow menus and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, espresso makers, and free newspapers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 45 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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

Accessibility

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

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1954
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • 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
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special 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 welcomes pets for CHF 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 50.00 per night

Property payment types

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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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CHF 60 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 6)
  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 45 per day (164 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CHF 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 50.00 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, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (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, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich?

Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich?

As of Sep 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich on Oct 20, 2026 start from $280, 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's there to do within easy reach of Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich?

This hotel is situated in Old Town Zürich, just steps from Polybahn Funicular and Central Library Zurich, and within a short walk of Bahnhofstrasse. You'll also find ETH Zurich and Zurich Town Hall less than a mile away.

Does Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich have a casino on the premises?

No, Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich for a fee of CHF 20.00 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

How close is the airport from Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich?

The closest major airport to Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 7.5 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Sorell Hotel Rütli Niederdorf Zürich Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aleksander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ok, breakfast was nothing special about nothing much to eat
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value with breakfast included and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great local and place to stay near city centre
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to tourists areas. Nice breakfast, clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and modern room, good location and breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nastassia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Good food, comfortable beds, clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Consuelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location of hotel was the best. Easy to walk and so safe to go around even at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and location excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast, great location, kind staff, nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast very nice…most of the staff were very helpful especially Angelina and Catherine..hotel was a close proximity to everything so that was great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amir mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
David was amazing. Breakfast staff very kind and friendly. Location is great and our beds and room were very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Madhwa Rao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location with good breakfast selection
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karl-Johan

Very clean, central, great breakfast and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Asher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was simple and centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, with many restaurants nearby. Friendly staff & cosy clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, clean and the breakfast was varied and delicious. The staff friendly and helpful; attentive to us tourists. David at the front desk was knowledgeable and proactive in suggesting activities and helping us purchase tickets. 😊👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Panagiota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is very pleasant and location is perfect! Great way to explore the city !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cant fault this place. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable. We recieved everything we expected..and more. Wonderful place in a great location. Congratulations to the staff and management.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful. 5min walk to train station. Minutes from lots of restaurants and shops. Buffet breakfast included was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good breakfast, clean comfortable rooms, close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dana M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, quiet location about a 6 minute walk to the train station and near a multitude of restaurants. Nice large room with everything we needed. Very clean and well maintained. Breakfast staff if very friendly and helpful and breakfast offered several types of bread/rolls, scrambled eggs as well as a cooker for soft boiled eggs. Lots of seating and available from 6:30 to 10 AM. We would absolutely stay here again when in Zurich. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the staff were very helpful and the position was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026