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Baur au Lac

5.0 star property
Lakefront Zürich hotel in Old Town Zürich with 2 restaurants
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Lobby lounge
Front of property
Suite, Lakeside (Corner)
Property amenity
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
Talstrasse 1, Zürich, 8001
  • Bahnhofstrasse
    1 min walk
  • Paradeplatz
    3 min walk
  • Tonhalle Zurich
    4 min walk
  • Zürich (ZRH)
    33 min drive

Room options

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Room (Single)

Room (Single)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite (River)

Suite (River)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 65 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Lakeside

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 70 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite, Lakeside (Corner)

Suite, Lakeside (Corner)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 90 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 50 sq m
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Lakeside

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 60 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite (City)

Suite (City)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Exterior
Storchen Zurich
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (295)
The price is AU$1,341
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Storchen Zurich

About the area

Zürich

A luxury stay in the heart of Zürich awaits you at Baur au Lac, a recipient of the prestigious Travel & Leisure 500 award in 2021. You'll be within steps of Tonhalle Zurich and within a short 5-minute stroll of Fraumuenster. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .A pampering day can include Swedish massages and sports massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and mani/pedis. The fine-dining restaurant, Pavillon, serves international cuisine. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class Old Town Zürich hotel include Bellevue Square and Grossmuenster.

What's nearby

  • Bahnhofstrasse - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fraumuenster - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bellevue Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grossmuenster - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zürich Opera House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Borsenstrasse Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Zürich Limmatquai Station - 10 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Confiserie Sprüngli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bauschänzli - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bistro & Grill am See - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Metropol - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lounge (The) - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Baur au Lac

Lakefront Zürich hotel in Old Town Zürich with 2 restaurants
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness centre, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Baur au Lac. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Zürich hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1844
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Baur au Lac offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and free minibar items. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Zürich hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, facials and body wraps.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Globe – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Baur au Lac is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (CHF 45 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 52 for adults and CHF 23 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Pavillon
  • Rive Gauche

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hospital bed
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1844
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 45.00 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 52 for adults and from CHF 23 for children
  • Valet parking fee: CHF 45.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CHF 45.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This hotel is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

Baur au Lac Hotel Zurich
Baur au Lac Hotel
Baur au Lac Zurich
Baur Au Lac zürich
Baur au Lac Hotel Zürich
Baur au Lac Hotel
Baur au Lac Zürich
Baur au Lac Hotel Zürich

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Baur au Lac?

Baur au Lac offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Baur au Lac?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Baur au Lac on 26 Nov 2024 start from AU$1,543.59, 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.

Is parking available at Baur au Lac?

Yep, Baur au Lac has secured covered valet parking with in/out privileges for CHF 45.00 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Baur au Lac?

Yep, Baur au Lac is a short 19-minute walk from Mythenquai Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Baur au Lac?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as sports massages.

What makes Baur au Lac a romantic place to stay?

A Michelin-starred restaurant and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Baur au Lac.

Is Baur au Lac family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as children's slippers in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Baur au Lac is a hit with families.

Does Baur au Lac serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Baur au Lac?

No, Baur au Lac does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Baur au Lac?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Baur au Lac?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Baur au Lac?

Furry friends are welcome at Baur au Lac, with food and water bowls on offer.

Baur au Lac Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 200 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 200 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

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

10/10 Excellent

Nita

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lovisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Expensive and not great
Not even a welcome drink or water when we arrived. Breakfast good service but very boring selection of food. Dry pancakes and croissants from the grocery store?
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Met

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel team on earth. As always enjoyed our short stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing - beautiful resort & property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

AIDA

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always the best
Once again, it was amazing in every way. Thanks to all for providing us with another great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Weston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They always exceed your expectations at the Baur au Lac
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Still the greatest hotel in the world.
I am hoarse from bleating about this hotel on every site on which it is mentioned. If you are, by nature, slightly old-fashioned, non-woke and, in my case, arthritic, there is no hotel to compare. I have now stayed here four times and, whilst it may require a small mortgage to afford its luxury, it is worth every soux. Being forgetful, as well as arthritic, I managed to mislay my shaving kit. The BAL had the answer.......a boxed set of soap and a razor with a wooden handle. For God's sake, a wooden handle! That small detail is what sets this Shangri-la apart from all others. I want to stay forever.......because, unless the good Lord decides otherwise, I certainly won't live forever.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Baur Au Lac
Extremely central location with excellent service!! Highly recommended..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is amazing. We love the bed especially. We had courtyard room. Was very quiet and Very good sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

FIKRA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful elegant hotel with magnificent staff,absolutely amazing restaurants and shopping around! Our stay was fabulous not just because of the splendor of this hotel but because of the professionalism and kindness of the staff! Definitely coming back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

TORESA

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Completely exceeds expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

M. France, Tijeras

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highest standard of luxury
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Edward, coral gables

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 stars the concierge was incredible the valet butlers also top class Got us in best restaurant same night Friendly clean etc only issue was the pavilion friend and I were both staying in hotel asked for a table they said only bar available 7 tables were empty the entire time we ate the caviar on the bar wasn’t great experience That’s what made hotel great not excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023