Hotel Old Town

Zurich



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steakhouse dining in Niederdorf
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The nearby Limmat, Lake Zurich and main railway station are within walking distance, making the hotel a practical base for exploring the old town.

Hotel Old Town is a hotel and steakhouse in Niederdorf, the old-town district of Zurich. Set in a listed building, it provides a central base for city breaks, with public transport connections, shops and several city sights nearby. The Limmat, Lake Zurich and the main railway station are also within walking distance, giving the property a practical setting for exploring the city on foot or by public transport.

The accommodation is arranged over three upper floors, with each room featuring its own shape and layout. Some rooms are rectangular, while others are elongated, square or more angular, giving the interiors an individual character. The design combines contemporary furnishings with a comfortable, straightforward feel. Parquet flooring, custom-made teak furniture, blackout curtains and good-quality bedding form the main elements of the room style.

Rooms are equipped with a work desk, wardrobe, flat-screen television, complimentary Wi-Fi, minibar, safe, heating and USB connections. Modern private bathrooms include a toilet and either a bath or shower, along with towels, shower towels and basic hotel toiletries. Daily housekeeping is provided. Double rooms with a queen-size or double bed can also be used for single occupancy.

A buffet breakfast is included with hotel accommodation. For later meals, the property’s steakhouse serves lunch and dinner by reservation. The restaurant is connected to the hotel and occupies two floors, creating a distinct dining area within the same old-town address. Its steakhouse format makes it suited to guests looking for a substantial restaurant meal without leaving the accommodation.

The hotel suits travellers who value a central location, distinctive room layouts and an easy connection between accommodation and dining. It also works for visitors planning a compact city stay, with shopping, public transport, the river and the lake close by. Check-in normally begins at 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00, while direct bookings offer an earlier check-in from 13:00. The combination of individually furnished rooms, included breakfast and an on-site steakhouse gives Hotel Old Town a practical, characterful option in Niederdorf.

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Hotel Old Town is at Niederdorfstrasse 17, 8001 Zürich, in the Niederdorf old-town district.
Lunch and dinner at the in-house steakhouse are offered by reservation, so a table should be arranged before dining.
Breakfast is included with hotel accommodation and is served as a buffet.
Standard check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00. Direct bookings allow check-in from 13:00.
The accommodation information describes double rooms with queen-size or double beds rather than dedicated family rooms, so room suitability should be confirmed before booking.
Guests with dietary requirements should raise them with the steakhouse when making a reservation.
Groups should reserve ahead because lunch and dinner at the steakhouse are available by reservation.
Outdoor seating is not indicated, so availability should be confirmed with the steakhouse before arrival.
Payment is accepted in cash and by card, including credit cards and EC or Maestro cards.

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