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Central Plaza Hotel Zurich, Zurich

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About the Hotel

Central 1, Zurich, Switzerland, CH 8001

Central Plaza Hotel, established in 1883, stands as a notable historical fixture in Zurich, Switzerland. Located next to the Limmat River and only three minutes from Zurich's main railway station, it combines traditional charm with modern amenities. The hotel features a harmonious blend of stylish design and authentic ambiance. Over its long history, it has become a popular choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Location

Situated in the heart of Zurich, Central Plaza is just a 10-minute walk from Zürich Hauptbahnhof, providing excellent transport links. The convenient 'Central' streetcar stop right outside the hotel connects guests easily to public transportation. Zurich Airport is only 9.5 miles away, making travel to and from the city straightforward.

Rooms

The Central Plaza Hotel offers 103 partially air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms and suites. Each accommodation is equipped with modern amenities, ensuring high comfort for guests. Rooms provide views of either the Limmat River or the picturesque old town, enhancing the overall experience. Thoughtful design elements include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen SAT TVs, and convenient coffee-making facilities.

Eat & Drink

The hotel features three diverse dining options, reflecting Zurich's culinary vibrancy. King's Cave Grill Restaurant, located in the cellar, is known for its unbeatable price-performance ratio and signature dishes like the 'Entrecôte King' topped with herb butter. Central 1 offers a favorable breakfast atmosphere and includes an extended continental breakfast for CHF 21 per person. The Central Garden, operating from May to September, serves fresh dishes in a serene outdoor setting.

Leisure & Business

Central Plaza includes two well-equipped meeting rooms catering to business needs. A full-fledged gym, 'Activ Fitness', is available for fitness enthusiasts. The hotel's Pearl Spa offers a variety of luxuries aimed at relaxation and well-being. Both business and leisure guests can enjoy the unique offerings in a well-structured environment.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Junior Suite
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2 persons
30 m² 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
City view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Suite
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2 persons
37 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
City view
Coffee machine
Heating
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2 persons
20 m² 
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Zurich1000 ft
Airports
Kloten (ZRH) 6.7 mi
St. Gallen-Altenrhein (ACH) 65.2 mi
Train
Zürich Hauptbahnhof1400 ft
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Baggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Elevator
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Hiking

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shoe shine service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Rollaway beds

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • In-room computer
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Cell phone charger
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

Central 1, Zurich, Switzerland, CH 8001
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Central 1, Zurich, Switzerland, CH 8001
Nearby
Museums
Swiss National Museum
1400 ft
Badenerstrasse 420
Old Town
1800 ft
Zurich
1200 ft
Uraniastrasse 9 Above Jules Verne Panorama Bar
Urania Observatory
2000 ft
Parks
Platzspitz park
1900 ft
Museums
focusTerra
1100 ft
Museums
Zoological Museum
1400 ft
Museums
museum of wax moulages
1700 ft
Historic Site
Augusto Giacometti Entrance Hall
900 ft
Bahnhofplatz
Alfred Escher memorial fountain
1000 ft
Limmatquai
1300 ft
Libraries
Zentralbibliothek
1400 ft
Museums
Haus zum Rech
1900 ft
Restaurants
La Pasta
500 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 80
Central Garden
0 ft
Central 1 The Central Plaza Hotel
QQ-Sushilounge
200 ft
Stampfenbachstrasse 6 Central Plaza
Restaurant Swiss Chuchi
1600 ft
Rosengasse 10
Franzos
400 ft
Limmatquai 138
Weinstube 1923
400 ft
Limmatquai 142 8001 Zürich
Cafe Schurter
400 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 90
Restaurant Johanniter
600 ft
Niederdorfstrasse 70

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Friendly service
Expensive dining
Room facing the train
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.1
Location
8.4
Service
8.5
Dining
6.7
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 13 review
4/5 based on 342 review
8.2
8.2/10based on 3087 review
#51 of 145 hotels in Zurich based on Tripadvisor
Charles
United States of America, May  2024
8.2/10

I found my stay at the hotel to be quite good overall. The rooms, though a bit small for the price, were comfortable and offered a nice view of the street and the river from higher floors. The service was extremely helpful, especially the front desk staff, and the location was fantastic with easy access to transportation and shopping centers. The dining options were good, but a bit limited and on the pricey side.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and comfortable with a view of the street and, on higher floors, the river beyond.
Service
9.0
The service was careful and professional, and the staff were extremely helpful.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, facing Limmat river and very close to Lake Zurich and the main shopping areas.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good, with a nice late-night bar, but slightly limited and pricey.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers various services like room service, dry cleaning, and shuttle service.
Thomas
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located near the main train station, making it perfect for travelers relying on public transportation. The rooms are spacious and well-equipped, but some may find the limited natural light a drawback. The service was welcoming and efficient, ensuring a comfortable stay. Overall, a good value hotel with excellent proximity to transportation hubs.

Rooms
8.0
The double bed rooms were really spacious and nice, providing all necessary amenities for a cozy stay.
Service
9.0
We were warmly welcomed by knowledgeable and helpful staff who ensured the room was clean and comfortable throughout our stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's proximity to the main train station was extremely helpful for our city and European explorations, making transportation a breeze.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a great selection with decent coffee, catering to varied tastes and preferences.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provided essential facilities to enhance our stay, ensuring convenience and comfort for guests.
John
United States of America, February  2024
7.4/10

The hotel offers a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms may be a bit small with limited natural light, but they are comfortable and beautiful. The service is accommodating despite some initial issues. The location is ideal, close to major attractions and transportation hubs. Dining options may be pricey, but there are alternate choices nearby. Overall, a stay with ups and downs.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms are a bit small with limited natural light, but they are comfortable and beautiful.
Service
8.0
The service was accommodating and improved our initial experience.
Location
9.0
The location is ideal, close to major attractions and transportation hubs.
Dining
6.0
Dining options may be pricey, but there are alternate choices nearby.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities provided were satisfactory.
Jon
United Kingdom, February  2024
8.2/10

The hotel had nice and bliss windows that opened, providing an airy room, though it was smaller than expected from the photos. The room was a little cramped with a table and chairs, feeling like an absolute rip-off.

Rooms
7.0
The room was nice and bliss with windows that opened, but smaller than expected. It felt crammed with a table and chairs.
Service
9.0
The service was very professional, and the hotel's proximity to the main train station and old town was super convenient.
Location
10.0
The hotel was great for its proximity to the Bahnhofstrasse, train station, and attractions of Zurich.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered various services like room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.
Leslie
United States of America, February  2024
8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was comfortable and enjoyable. The rooms, though basic, were more than sufficient and pleasantly surprised me compared to online images. The view from my room on the first floor overlooked the train, which added a unique touch to the experience. The service was friendly overall, with a few minor issues of nighttime noises, but our dedicated staff member truly made our stay exceptional with top-notch service and genuine care, especially during our dining experiences in the restaurant. The location was ideal, offering easy access to public transport, the old town, and various dining options within walking distance. Dining was nice but slightly expensive for the selection offered. The facilities were well-maintained, contributing to a pleasant stay overall.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very comfortable and the walk-in shower with a rain and hand-held telephone type was a nice touch.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and professional, with a staff member going the extra mile to ensure our satisfaction, especially during dining.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, close to public transport and within walking distance of charming pubs and restaurants.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was pleasant but a bit pricey, costing about 35 euros per person.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall comfort of the stay.
Great location
Expensive dining
Stephen
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The room was spacious and spotlessly clean, exceeding my expectations from the online pictures. The location was ideal for exploring Zurich, although the noise of trams could be heard in the room. The service was exceptional, with the trainees and all staff being incredibly helpful. The dining experience was decent, but I found it a bit overpriced. Overall, a good value for the money.

Rooms
8.0
My room, even with the windows closed, was spacious and spotlessly clean. However, more electrical outlets would have been convenient.
Service
9.0
The service, especially from the trainees and all the staff, was exceptional. They took care of all our requests and even provided great local recommendations.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was fantastic for accessing the train station and exploring outside Zurich. It was within easy walking distance of the old town and shopping areas, although the noise of trams could be heard in the room.
Dining
7.0
I found the dining in the hotel to be good but a bit overpriced for my liking. Instead, I explored nearby cafes for meals.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were adequate for my needs during the stay.
Willie
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were already prepared, but there was a lingering smell of smoke that was off-putting. The location was convenient, just a short walk from Bahnhofstrasse, but it lacked a welcoming atmosphere. The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, making my stay enjoyable despite some downsides.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms smelled as if a previous guest might have been smoking in the room, but they were already ready.
Service
9.0
The staff was helpful and friendly, making my stay incredible with their high-end service and sense of humor.
Location
6.0
The hotel is right across from the main train station, making it a plus for convenience. However, it needs a breakfast and gym upgrade.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay and easy, but a bit expensive, especially for children. The minibar selection was limited for the cost.
Facilities
The hotel offers a few facilities like room service and tour assistance, but they could improve to enhance the overall stay.
James
United Kingdom, December  2023
6.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were a bit small and lacked views, but they did have AC which was a plus. However, they were poorly prepped with missing toiletries and no toilet paper. This could be an issue, especially during the hotter months like July and August.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were a bit small with no views and poorly prepped, missing toiletries and no toilet paper.
Service
7.0
The service at this hotel was a mix of pleasant and professional interactions. Despite a minor incident where our drink was spilt, the staff were great and went out of their way to ensure we were comfortable after a bad experience at another hotel.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was very convenient, being right across the river from the Train Station and close to the city center. It was a short walk from the Haupt Bahnhof, making it easy to access transportation and explore the area.
Dining
6.0
Although the setting by the river was nice, the food was pricey and not up to par compared to other places we visited during our tour of the region.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel had a single dining location with different scattered bars. Although the dining experience was not the best, the staff did their best to accommodate guests during challenging circumstances.
Elliot
United Kingdom, November  2023
8.4/10

The hotel has modern, clean rooms with great bathrooms and comfy beds. However, the rooms feel a bit small due to their shape and have below-average views. The service was excellent, with helpful staff who even contacted me for a credit card issue late at night. The location is perfect, just a short walk from the main railway station and near the river and old town. The dining options offered healthy choices, but the breakfast was a bit disappointing. The facilities provided were top-notch, enhancing the overall stay.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are modern, clean, and comfy with great bathrooms.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, with very helpful staff.
Location
9.0
The location is very convenient, close to the main railway station and ideal for exploring the old town.
Dining
7.0
The dining options included healthy choices, but the breakfast was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities provided were top-notch.
Charlie
United Kingdom, November  2023
6.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The room I got was fairly small for the price paid, and it didn't match the surprise upgrade I was expecting to room 412 with the terrace restaurant. However, the service was very helpful in guiding us, especially the trainees, despite an overcharge issue through my credit card. The location was convenient for travelers despite the noise from trams running on the first floor. The dining experience was above average but lacked comfort due to limited dining space. Overall, it had its ups and downs.

Rooms
5.0
The room was smaller than expected for the price paid and didn't match the reservation I was hoping for, particularly the surprise upgrade to room 412 with the terrace restaurant.
Service
7.0
The service was very helpful, especially with sightseeing guidance, and the staff was friendly and accommodating, even with the overcharge on my credit card issue.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location, right off the train station, was great for travelers despite the noise from trams running on the first floor.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was above average but lacked comfort due to limited dining space.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel has seen better days, with some facilities needing updating.
Matthew
United Kingdom, October  2023
7.8/10

The hotel is in a prime location, right next to the main train station with good tram connections. The rooms, although small, are well-appointed and provide a nice and airy ambiance with windows that open. The service is top-notch and incredibly helpful. However, the breakfast could be improved, and it's a bit overpriced. The location offers convenience but lacks scenic views of the river.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms, although small, are well-appointed and airy with nice windows.
Service
9.0
The staff provides wonderful and very helpful service.
Location
8.0
The hotel is perfectly located near the main train station with good tram connections.
Dining
7.0
The buffet-style dining offers lots of choices, but the breakfast is a bit overpriced.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers standard facilities for a comfortable stay.
Adam
United Kingdom, August  2023
7.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located near the main train station and offers a quirky yet comfortable stay. The friendly staff make extra efforts to ensure guests are comfortable, although the dining experience may not be the best. Value for money is reasonable considering the location.

Rooms
7.0
The room had a comfortable walk-in shower with both rain and hand-held telephone types, but the furniture arrangement was not ideal and the room size was small.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly, helpful, and went out of their way to provide comfortable accommodations despite initial issues. Room service and housekeeping were accommodating.
Location
9.0
The hotel is perfectly situated near the main train station and the old city, offering convenience for commuting and exploration.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited and somewhat pricey, not the best compared to other places visited during the trip.
Facilities
The facilities are average, offering standard amenities for a comfortable stay.
Lisa
United Kingdom, May  2023
7.6/10

The hotel is conveniently located close to public transport with wonderful pubs and restaurants within walking distance. The rooms, though slightly small, had everything we needed, but there was an unpleasant smoke aroma despite requesting non-smoking and not meeting the expected standard for the price paid. The service was exceptional, going the extra mile to ensure our happiness, with minor hiccups like overcharging on arrival. The location is ideal as a transportation hub but lacked privacy due to transparent bathroom views. Overall, a mixed experience with notable strengths and weaknesses.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were on the small size but had everything we needed for our stay. However, there was an unpleasant smoke aroma despite requesting non-smoking, and they were not up to the standard for the price paid.
Service
8.0
The service went the extra mile to ensure our happiness, especially in the restaurant. However, there were minor issues like overcharging on arrival.
Location
8.0
The location was excellent, close to public transport with wonderful pubs and restaurants within walking distance, but lacked privacy due to transparent bathroom views.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were good, with professional assistance in parking and suggestions on restaurants.
Great Location
Unpleasant Smoke Aroma
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