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9 / 10 Guest Rating

Hotel Alexander

Niederdorfstrasse 40, Zürich, ZH, 8001, Zürich, CH

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About the Property

Discover the charm of Hotel Alexander, a delightful 3-star retreat located in the heart of Zürich.

Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet throughout the hotel. Enjoy the convenience of concierge services, limited-hour room service, and daily complimentary buffet breakfast from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Comfortable Accommodations
Choose from 41 uniquely decorated guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Revel in the luxury of down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets ensuring a restful night's sleep.

Prime Location
Situated just a 5-minute stroll from Bahnhofstrasse and a short walk from ETH Zurich, immerse yourself in Zurich’s rich culture and attractions, including the Kunsthaus and Swiss National Museum.

Book your unforgettable stay at Hotel Alexander today and experience the best of Zürich!

Facilities & Amenities

Free breakfast
No single-use plastic straws
Comprehensive recycling policy
No single-use plastic stirrers
No single-use plastic water bottles
No single-use plastic soda bottles
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Annual carbon offsets
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. Parking height restrictions apply. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

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1 Double Bed194-sq-foot individually decorated room with city and courtyard views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, free minibar items, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Egyptian cotton linens, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, a hair dryer, and towelsPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and desk; cribs (free) available on requestComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Doorbell and phone notificationEco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, recycling bin, and LED light bulbsNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors and room/bed type depends on availability at check-in

18 m2
Sleeps 3
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
MinibarSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneHair dryerRefrigerator

Double Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$324.64

$259.71

Includes taxes & fees
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1 Queen Bed172-sq-foot individually decorated room with city and courtyard views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - 32-inch LED TV with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, free minibar items, room service (limited hours), and free bottled waterSleep - Egyptian cotton linens, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, a hair dryer, and towelsPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and deskComfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Lever door handlesEco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, recycling bin, and LED light bulbsNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) availableNon-SmokingRoom is accessed via exterior corridors and room/bed type depends on availability at check-in

16 m2
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide)
Amenities
MinibarSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneHair dryerRefrigerator

DOUBLE DOUBLE QUEEN

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$298.9

$239.12

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

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Exceptional140 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the great central location.

Categories

Cleanliness8.3
Service9.8
Location9.3
Room Quality8.3
Amenities8.8
Value for Money9.3
Food and Beverage8.8
Overall Experience9.3

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Daviddavies96MILTON KEYNES, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, ENGLAND
Verified booking
Solo travel
Standard Room
Stayed in May 4, 2026

"Amazing Hotel"

10.0

Amazing hotel, very clean room, breakfast was delicious, located in a perfect location to see the old town, staff were lovely and very friendly, would definitely recommend staying at this hotel.

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S3025VZmarkr
Verified booking
Family
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 13, 2026

"Pleasant stay in the heart of the old city."

10.0

Clean, quiet rooms in the old part of the city. Easy walking through the old town. And a short walk from the main train station. Breakfast was tasty and an added bonus. Friendly atmosphere and a good value. We would stay there again.

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WhiskiedWanderlustCHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 23, 2026

"Basic but Good"

8.0

The room was very small and bare-bones, but for one night it was fine. Location is great — walking distance from the train station and plenty of bars and restaurants. The breakfast spread was surprisingly good.

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2much2cLEWISVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA
Verified booking
Family
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 18, 2026

"Perfect Hotel in Old Town"

10.0

A special small hotel in the heart of Old Town. The rooms were comfortable, great breakfast,which is included, and really friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful restaurants and shops in the surrounding area. It was a good value and was a great stay.

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399giorgost
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 15, 2026

"Ideal for a city break"

10.0

The hotel was located within walking distance of Zurich’s main railway station, which makes the location ideal if you are planning to take small trips outside the city, such as visiting the Rhine Falls. It is also situated in the historic center of Zurich, and all the major attractions are very close and easy to reach on foot. The hotel is on a charming small street in the old town, surrounded by the picturesque atmosphere of historic Zurich. There are also several tram stops right nearby, so you can easily take a tram to any part of the city. That said, the location is also perfect for exploring the city simply by walking. In addition, some of the best restaurants and bars in the city are located in the same area, so it is very convenient if you want to enjoy great food and drinks without having to travel to other neighborhoods. The room was spotless and very comfortable, and the bed was excellent. The breakfast was also very good, with a nice buffet offering a variety of options. The staff were extremely friendly, polite, and helpful. Whenever I asked for information about train schedules or how to visit different attractions in the city, they were always ready to assist. On one occasion I even asked if the room could be cleaned a second time during the day, and they kindly did it without any problem. I would definitely recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Zurich, especially for a city break.

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netllamaAMSTERDAM, NORTH HOLLAND PROVINCE
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 23, 2026

"ok for a few nights"

6.0

we spent one night here at the end of our time in the country. The location is great and very walkable for nearly everywhere a tourist might visit. Our twin room was small, and spartan, with one small window overlooking a very noisy alley (lots of drunk people screaming late into the night). Its likely not a great sign when the hotel provides earplugs in the room. The wifi worked well. Beds were ok, but very scratchy sheets and duvete. Staff were ok. The breakfast was pretty good.

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227hristoa
Verified booking
Business
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 20, 2026

"A Consistently Excellent Stay"

10.0

I’ve been staying at Hotel Alexander regularly for work over the past few years, and it’s always a great experience. The hotel is lovely and perfectly located, but the real highlight is the staff — always friendly, welcoming, and professional. A special thanks to Marc at reception, who consistently goes above and beyond to make every stay enjoyable. Highly recommended!

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travelingtexas2017LITTLE ELM, TEXAS
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 19, 2026

"Highly recommend this Altstadt location hotel"

8.0

Great location in middle of Altstadt (Old town) Zurich. Very clean, modern and comfortable rooms. The staff was most friendly and helpful. Very nice breakfast provided. Also offer choice of water (still or carbonated) and fresh fruit on each floor as well as minibar in room.

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DirkW107ALEXANDRA HEADLAND, SUNSHINE COAST, QUEENSLAND
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 14, 2026

"Zurich = expensive"

8.0

There is no escaping the fact that Zurich is an expensive place, so it is not easy to find a good hotel that charges less than €300 per night and has a practical location. Hotel Alexander does. In the middle of the most popular street in Old Town and within walking distance of most major attractions - including the train station (600m, walkable if you don't have heavy luggage) - it is very convenient. The property is old and the hotel has to function within the constraints of the building ; that means tiny foyer, small rooms, mini & slow lift and narrow corridors. On arrival, I explained to the friendly receptionist that we were on a 6-week trip and had substantial luggage. He was most understanding and gave us the option of chosing between 2 rooms, which we inspected. Frankly, both were very small, but we very much appreciated his flexibility. We picked room 203 and organised best we could. It overlooked the square in front and had the facilities that you come to expect : small fridge, safe and TV with good choice of channels (including international and apps). The bathroom was similarly compact, but hygienicaclly tiled floor-to-ceiling and a heating rack for the white towels. Breakfast is in a small room on the 2nd floor, where 1 woman works extremely hard to keep up. Not the most extensive buffet, but you won't walk out hungry. The Alexander ticked most of our boxes for a 2-night stay in Zurich. In other cities you'd expect much higher standards for that sort of money, but for Zurich they offer good value for money.

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christopherb892CHELTENHAM, COTSWOLDS, ENGLAND
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 14, 2025

"Clean and good location, but that is about it!"

4.0

Great location, mis-sold on the room. The location in the old town is great for exploring Zurich, and the hotel itself was clean. However compared to the images on the website when we booked the room we received was much different. They have misrepresented these rooms and on reflection you can see a common theme of people who have had similar rooms saying the same thing on here. It may be that if you get one of the rooms as pictured you may have a nice stay, but beware you may also get the room we got! The bed was worse than any hostel I have stayed in, the mattress was very thin and every turn or movement could be felt. We must of only had about 3 hours sleep, the room was also roasting hot, which meant leaving the window open, which in turn meant hearing the church bells every hour, until the room had cooled enough for us to be able to shut the window. The bathroom was clean, but very small with a big chip in the shower tray and a shower waste which was broken. I am just glad it was only for one night!

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