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Greulich Design & Boutique Hotel, Zurich

Herman-Greulich-Strasse 56, Aussersihl, 8004 Zurich, Switzerland. (show on map)

Expert reviews

Frommers review:

“This sleek boutique hotel is a hidden gem in a quiet but trendy part of town, and it’s just five minutes by tram from the city center. The former industrial building it’s in has an elegant grey-blue facade; the interiors exude calm through minimalist decor, pure lines, and neutral color schemes that were created by the Swiss artist Jean Pfaff.”

Telegraph review:

“Greulich is Zurich’s original design hotel. It has a crisp, arty aesthetic, daily yoga classes overlooking a grove of silver birches and a cosy ‘living room’ that draws in the local community. It is set in the hip Langstrasse district.”

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of Greulich Design & Boutique Hotel, Zurich. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.2 out of 5.0

Ranked 7th in Zurich

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All you need to know

While Zürich is generally recognized for its robust banking industry and mature charm, District Four shatters these conventional views. This region, along with the adjacent Langstrasse – previously known for its illicit activities, now brims with an array of nightclubs and fashion stores rather than corporate spaces and vaults.

It might not be a precise match for places like Prenzlauer Berg or Berlin-Mitte, but it’s indeed close in spirit. Choosing to stay in this locale means opting for modern, cozy lodgings such as Greulich Design and Lifestyle Hotel, where you meet interesting people and give in to a few indulgences.

Undoubtedly, a good night’s rest is part of the package. The serene residential district is conveniently distant from the hustle and bustle, providing an easy retreat when the night draws to a close. The hotel building itself narrates the district’s history on a smaller scale.

What used to be a factory in the Seventies has been meticulously transformed into a prime example of a modern minimalist boutique. It features tranquil minimalist guest rooms and a central courtyard adorned with birch trees, reminiscent of a Swiss version of a Japanese Zen garden. The rooms make excellent use of the abundant natural light with their high ceilings.

 

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Recent guest reviews

5.0
Jesica

30 May 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Lucas

19 May 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Usmanahmed

27 April 2025

Perfect stay at the property

4.5
Marielle

31 March 2025

Fabulous

4.0
Julie

7 March 2025

Very good

5.0
Mcwhorter

2 February 2025

Exceptional

5.0
Maria

27 January 2025

Exceptional

4.5
Louise

30 December 2024

Fabulous

5.0
Gary

25 December 2024

Exceptional

4.5
Marcus

12 December 2024

Fabulous

4.5
Louise

30 September 2024

Fabulous

4.5
Konstantin

22 July 2024

Fabulous

4.0
Elodie

12 July 2024

Very good

5.0
Joanne

11 July 2024

Exceptional

4.5
Chloe

2 July 2024

Fabulous

5.0
Julia

18 May 2024

Exceptional

5.0
Thomas

3 May 2024

Exceptional

5.0
Cho

10 February 2024

Exceptional

4.0
Claude

31 October 2023

Very good

4.5
Alexandra

10 October 2023

Fabulous

5.0
Monicka

8 October 2023

Exceptional

4.5
Simona

2 October 2023

Fabulous

4.0
Chinchu

19 September 2023

Superb location, kind staff, recommended!

The location was superb! There are tram and bus stops within a 1-minute walk from the hotel. It is also conveniently located for taxi drop-offs and pick-ups, which I used on my way to and from the hotel (Zurich Flughafen/ airport or Zurich HauptBanhof (HB)/ train station). The airport is about 15 minutes by taxi while the train station is about 10 minutes. My flight landed early in the morning and the hotel was full, so I could not check in when I arrived there. However, there was ample space to store my belongings while I took a tour of the city and came back to check in at 3 pm. I got a free upgrade from the hotel and so was given one of the standalone "container-style" rooms. The room itself was on the grounds, with many others around it. The bed and bathroom was on the ground level and there was a small mezzanine above, with a couch, TV, a desk/chair, and a lovely view of the back gardens. A nice mini-forest was within the grounds, with chairs set up to enjoy the view. The staff were quite helpful and kind. I recommend this place!

Breakfast was very basic for the price. It is served afternoon tea-style, with a tower of mainly cold dishes, including Bircher muesli, deli meat cuts, cheese, a croissant, and some bread, butter, and jams. I wish there were some hot dishes prepared as it was rainy and cold when I was there and I longed for an omelet or sausages. You have to prepare boiled eggs yourself. Coffee or tea is served by the ladies at reception. There is no A/C in the rooms but there is a huge floor-standing fan. I am not used to this style of ventilation, so unfortunately with the air blowing directly in my face at night, I got a bit of a sore throat the next day.

4.5
Lisa

17 September 2023

Stylish and friendly Zurich hotel

Really liked this hotel, great design with lots of space, very clean quiet and comfortable with friendly staff in a convenient location walkable to Zurich centre. The restaurant at the hotel is also really nice and they had an amazing chef designed epic sandwich menu initiative whilst I was there which was a very cool and innovative idea and super executed - delicious sandwiches available all day!

Room was a little hot as there was no aircon but they do provide a fan so it's manageable

4.0
Amir

6 September 2023

Very good

It’s very unique experience; futuristic rooms and atmosphere with artistic and minimalist design.

4.5
Sunphol

4 September 2023

Fabulous

Well designed hotel with plenty of amenities matching the 'boutique' price. Access to internal courtyard, Breakfast was delicious and nicely presented. Staffs are very friendly and helpful. Free bicycle rental.

Window with visual to look out is a little small but the access to courtyard made up to it. Plus there are other windows to allow the natural light in so it doesn't feel to restrictive.

4.0
Andrey

2 September 2023

Very good

4.5
Błażej

29 August 2023

I like it because it's different!

The Greulich is well designed and has an excellent breakfast, the rooms are really cool, but can feel claustrophobic (only one real window that opens to the parking lot side.

No air conditioning was a bit of an inconveniance with the 37C° heat, but at night with the fan on and the window open I managed to sleep so overall it was OK.

4.5
Sora-k

26 August 2023

Beautiful stay. Would come back.

Well designed room. Access to internal courtyard. Free bike rental. Plenty of water- still and sparkling. Very nice breakfast

Safe deposit box was faulty. Almost can’t retrieve our stuff inside.

4.0
Peter

22 August 2023

Recommended

Free bikes for guests, nice outdoor patio by bar, comfortable room, helpful staff.

Nothing

5.0
Michael's

21 August 2023

Pretty Hard to Top this one for Zurich

Lovely room, the staff is amazing. I felt like I was part of something special. The location is spectacular. One of those hotel experiences that you would absolutely never forget.

There is some confusion when you get there. Is it a restaurant? Is it a hotel? When you check in, you check into the restaurant...kind of weird.

4.5
Daniel

15 August 2023

Fabulous

5.0
Philippe

3 August 2023

Exceptional

3.0
Emad

26 July 2023

Pleasant

the staff were very nice and kind the rooms were clean didn't have breakfast or any food at the hotel we parked our car at the hotel parking place for 25 CHF per night

there wasn't something in particular that was unpleasant the rooms and the atmosphere did not give us a pleasant time as other hotels in Germany it was really hot and there is NO airconditioner which made it very difficult to sleep and get some rest

5.0
Dorothée

23 July 2023

Exceptional

5.0
Tracy

19 July 2023

Exceptional

1.0
Elizabeth

24 June 2023

Left after one day

The room was dark and small. The shower was very unsafe.

3.0
Lex

20 June 2023

Chill, peaceful and uncomfortable

it's a very cool, nice hotel and very peaceful. a great outside terrace. it's very chill and laid-back. I felt like I was on vacation

no AC and it was very hot, the room has no air, no windows , a ridiculous small TV. it's so laid back that if you need help you will not really get it

4.5
Silvia

15 June 2023

Good value for money in Zurich

Modern design, nice staff

Breakfast was good but the same for 3 days

3.5
Francesco

27 May 2023

Pleasant

spot on design. tartare was good. Vanessa at check out friendly.

rooms too bright too early. need dark to sleep: not an option for us wearing masks.

4.0
Anastasios

8 May 2023

Very good

Polite staff. Cleanliness. Close to center.

Breakfast was quite poor without any choice. Had to walk in the cold to go to room. Reception closes at night in a hotel of 250 euro per night!!

4.0
Erwin

1 May 2023

Very good

Nice location and friendly people ready to support you.

5.0
Tarek

24 April 2023

Great experience in Zurich

If you're planning a trip to Zurich and looking for a comfortable and stylish stay, the Greulich Design Hotel is an excellent choice! We spent a few nights at this hotel recently, and I must say I was thoroughly impressed. The hotel is situated in a fantastic spot, with easy access to all the city has to offer. The hotel is also conveniently located near Tram / Bus Stops, making it easy to explore the city. Our room itself  was another highlight, It was beautifully designed and super clean, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom was clean and modern. Greulich offers a wide range of fresh and healthy options available at breakfast. From freshly baked bread & Pastries to a selected range of cheese and vegetarian options. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm smiles and helpful advice about what to see and do in Zurich. Overall, I can't recommend this Hotel highly enough

Na

5.0
Jessica

7 March 2023

Very clean and modern

Location was good but a little further out of town then we thought but easy to find and easy to reach the center. Good value for money. Friendly and polite staff. Very clean and modern rooms with everything you need.

Nothing really apart from the pillows were very soft which isn't for me but not a bad thing for other people.

5.0
Lise

5 March 2023

we much enjoyed our stay and will recommend to friends

in a residential area, pretty and quiet

4.5
Miodrag

5 March 2023

Fabulous

Clean, kind staff, good service and location.

5.0
Anna

1 March 2023

Exceptional

well designed room, great breakfast, good location for a good walk to the old town

5.0
Giulia

19 December 2022

Lovely hotel close to the centre

Modern, minimalistic and clean. Lovely hotel, with amazing staff. Highly recommended. We dined in the restaurant and the food was absolutely delicious.

Everything was really good!

4.0
El

22 August 2022

Very good

People on duties are wonderful, outside and inside design of the hotel and room (except the bathroom), yard, garden, restaurant, breakfast are great! Cozy and nice!

The design of the room is not as comfortable as it is beautiful - the shower is small and the water goes across the floor from the shower to the toilet, it does not dry out, the open space for the bath is also not a very convenient solution, it's cold when you leave after a shower, you can't hang towels and a bathrobe on a hanger or hooks they just don't exist! No fridge or minibar and no coffee machine. These are all very small, but necessary little things for 100% comfort.

3.5
Marios

29 July 2022

Expensive

The location is great for work. It's a calm hotel with relaxing open outdoor spaces. The staff is very friendly and welcoming.

The ratio of value for money for those particular dates was extremely low. I am not sure there is any way to justify why it was so expensive per night. It was only booked because I needed a place to stay on those particular dates.

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Snack bar
  • - Special diet menus (on request)
  • - Kid meals (additional charge)
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Fruits
  • - Coffee house on site

Outdoors

  • - Garden
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor furniture

General

  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Packed lunches
  • - Heating
  • - Allergy-free room
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Designated smoking area
  • - Minimarket on site
  • - Pet basket
  • - Pet bowls

Entertainment and family services

  • - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Trouser press
  • - Daily housekeeping

Reception services

  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Tour desk
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Concierge service
  • - Invoice provided

Activities

  • - Cycling
  • - Yoga classes
  • - Walking tours (additional charge)
  • - Bicycle rental

Business facilities

  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Parking

  • - Electric vehicle charging station
  • - Accessible parking

Transport

  • - Public transport tickets (additional charge)

Miscellaneous

  • - Key access
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
  • - Access to health care professionals
  • - Face masks for guests available
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