Hotel Rössli Zürich

Zurich



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Type
Known for
a historically protected boutique hotel in the old town
Features
Local tip
The Rössli Bar is on the ground floor, so an evening drink is available without leaving the building.

Hotel Rössli Zürich is a three-star boutique hotel in a historic building, with interiors that combine traditional Swiss character and contemporary design. Its compact scale gives the property an intimate feel, while an artful approach to the décor adds a distinctive visual identity. The setting places the hotel among the narrow streets, museums, cafés, bars and cultural venues of Zurich’s historic centre.

The accommodation includes 25 rooms and two suites, each designed as a calm place to return to after time in the city. Comfortable box-spring beds, soft down bedding and modern bathrooms are among the features provided across the rooms. The arrangement suits travellers looking for a design-conscious base with historic surroundings, as well as visitors who prefer a smaller hotel rather than a large-scale property.

Breakfast is served as a carefully arranged buffet, with crusty bread, spreads, homemade Birchermüesli and a selection of tea and coffee specialities. The offering provides a relaxed start to the day without turning the hotel into a formal dining destination. In the evening, the ground floor is home to the Rössli Bar, a long-established local meeting place with an easygoing atmosphere. Hotel guests, local residents and evening visitors share the space for drinks.

The hotel is arranged between a main building and an adjoining smaller building, creating an unusual layout within the surrounding old-town streets. This character is part of the property’s appeal, particularly for guests who value historic architecture alongside modern comforts. The location also makes it practical for exploring exhibitions, concerts, shopping streets, cafés and bars on foot.

Hotel Rössli Zürich works well for short city breaks, cultural trips and stays focused on discovering the historic centre. Its rooms and suites offer a quiet retreat, while the bar adds an informal social space downstairs. The combination of protected historic fabric, contemporary styling, a compact room count and a central setting gives the property a clear boutique-hotel identity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reservation enquiries can be directed to the hotel reception by email at reception@hotelroessli.ch or by telephone at +41 44 256 70 50.
Hotel Rössli Zürich is on Rössligasse in the Altstadt, the city’s historic old-town district.
The reception is staffed from 11:00 to 20:00.
A digital arrival alternative is provided for guests arriving after the staffed reception period.
The rooms do not have air conditioning. Mobile fans are offered as an alternative.
Dietary requirements should be raised with the hotel when a reservation is made so suitable arrangements can be discussed.
Group and family arrangements should be checked directly with the hotel before booking.
Outdoor seating requests can be directed to the hotel before arrival.
The buffet includes bread, spreads, homemade Birchermüesli, tea and coffee specialities.

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