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Signau House & Garden, Zurich

Signaustrasse 6, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland. (show on map)

Signau House & Garden is a stunningly restored villa in Zurich’s upscale Seefeld district, originally built in 1912 for silk merchant Georg Syz-Hünerwadel. Designed by architects Otto Pfleghard and Max Haefeli, the house is a protected monument that balances Edwardian-era patrician elegance with contemporary comfort. After being meticulously renovated, it opened as a boutique hotel in 2018, offering an intimate experience that feels more like a private clubhouse than a traditional hotel.

The property is filled with unique historical touches, most notably its own 28-seat cinema. This space pays homage to the 1960s, when the villa served as the Swiss headquarters for Universal Studios, famously hosting stars like Roger Moore and Martin Scorsese. Today, the cinema remains a centerpiece for private screenings and film events, adding a touch of Hollywood glamour to the serene Swiss villa.

The surrounding park-like garden is a rare city sanctuary, featuring ancient trees and a romantic pavilion. Interestingly, the grounds are home to the Fröbeli water lily, a botanical rarity that highlights the care put into its landscaping. Inside, the design is a masterclass in understated luxury, featuring a curated collection of classic furniture pieces by designers like Josef Hoffmann and Eileen Gray.

Located just a short stroll from the vibrant Bellevue area and Lake Zurich, the hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring the city. You are within easy reach of the Kunsthaus Zürich art museum and the historic Grossmünster cathedral, making it an ideal, sophisticated base for any cultural getaway.

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“Signau House & Garden is a boutique bed-and-breakfast in a 1912 villa that has been beautifully modernized and furnished. The nine rooms overlook the villa’s garden, which is surprisingly large given its location only a few tram stops away from the city center.”

Guest rating

4.6 out of 5.0

Ranked 3rd in Zurich


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What guests liked


Value for Money

88.93 %

Ranked 2nd in Zurich


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Location

Recent guest reviews

3.0
Marina

23 June 2026

No AC and a toilet in the bedroom is not acceptable at the prices being charged.

Lovely old charming house with a very nice garden. The staff were very nice.

No AC was the first thing. It was 35C and we had to make do with a fan. Second was the toilet is in the bedroom, half hidden by a part wall but no door so it’s in the bedroom. Only suitable for single occupancy.
Breakfast was ok but portions were very small and the selection was not much better.

1.5
Vish

15 November 2025

I will not go there again

I didn’t take breakfast. No staff at the Reception. There is no firmal receptionists. They go home. If neoI needed anything during night, I felt very uncomfortable to disturb the service staff as they have to respond, may be from their homes

No formal Reception . No staff at the Reception. There is no firmal receptionists. They go home after the formal worship hours.. If I needed anything during night tome, I felt very uncomfortable to disturb the service staff as they have to respond, may be from their homes

5.0
Ιωαννα

3 January 2025

Excellent experience, highly recommended, felt like home!

5.0
Ιωαννα

3 January 2025

Excellent experience, highly recommended, felt like home!

3.0
Tess

24 September 2024

Lovely boutique hotel in a beautiful area of Zurich.

The location was lovely, in a pretty area of Zurich. The house was charming and stylish and the room was very comfortable.

The rooms at this small boutique hotel are expensive, which you would expect. What I did not expect was that I would have to pay $10 AUD for a cup of tea or coffee which was not supplied in the room.

2.5
Kauri

16 September 2024

Nice place, but expensive (as is everything in Switzerland)

Signeau house is located in downtown Zurich, within walking distance to public transportation, the old town, water front etc. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The house is beautiful and well maintained.

After 8.30pm there are no staff in the house - they leave and go home. This was a problem as the night we stayed the internet went down and no one could help us restore connection. The absence of staff also made it feel like a student dorm, not a guest house. The rooms on the top level (level 3?) are very nice, but the one we stayed in had a concrete strut over the end of the bed which was below head height. As a consequence, my wife inadvertently walked into it and ended up with a nasty lump on her head where she hit it. This had obviously been a problem for other guests as they had attempted to stick silicone tape on the beam/strut. This could be a potentially dangerous problem for others if not rectified.

5.0
Amanda

8 July 2024

Gorgeous old home that is super comfy for our family of four!

The beautiful character, insanely comfortable beds, and easy proximity to a tram line to get into old town. We had to leave for an early flight and didn’t get to enjoy their breakfast that looked so good! Amazing boutique hotel with great customer service and we were bummed we only had one night there.

Absolutely nothing!

5.0
Piotr

25 June 2024

Magical place. Can't wait to come again.

Out of this world. The atmosphere of the place, the character, the decorum. We were transported to the world of Wes Anderson and Paolo Sorrentino. Never have I been so compelled to put on a suit for an evening walk after checking in to a hotel.

4.5
Karen

23 June 2024

Great, lovely place to stay in Zurich. I used public transport.

Lovely breakfast room looking onto a private garden!
The room was great, a lovely shower too!

The bed was very compfortable, but I kept stubbing my toes on the bed legs that came out past the frame. Picky I know!

4.0
Karim

22 June 2024

A comfortable and luxury place

The staff was very helpful and friendly
The hotel is super nice and the garden is amazing
The rooms are really super comfortable

Availability of service in the night

5.0
Kathryn

8 June 2024

Highly recommend staying here.

House and gardens were beautiful even in the rain. The staff was awesome.

We liked everything.

5.0
Warangkana

7 June 2024

Home sweet home in Zurich

The secret garden, cozy, homey with luxury in each details. All the staffs are super professional and very kind with make me feel warm and feel home :)

NONE

5.0
Gayle

19 April 2024

A beautiful house, well located and brimming with friendly, helpful staff and all the comforts you could hope for. staf

The helpful, proactive staff, excellent breakfast, wonderful decor and garden, thoughtfully stocked honesty bar.

Nothing

4.5
Catherine

28 March 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with you. We loved the house and the staff were very friendly.

The breakfast was perfect - a nice variety and very tasty.

5.0
Alexander

12 March 2024

Beautifully restored vintage house in a quiet neighborhood in Zurich.

Very nicely done interior design and the staff were the friendliest we encountered during our time in Switzerland and Italy.

4.5
Kelly

12 March 2024

Superb Zurich trip, loved it!!

Breakfast was superb, great variety

Coffee/Tea facilities in room, but understand that its more communal approach.

4.5
Dans

10 February 2024

It was a lovely surprise to find and stay in such a wonderful small hotel near central Zurich

A beautiful Arts and Crafts house turned in an excellent small hotel

There was not anything we didn’t like

5.0
Dianna

20 October 2023

If we were to go back to Zurich, this would be our #1 choice of a place to stay!

We were very pleased with this place. It is on a quiet street with the lake a ten to fifteen minute walk from the hotel. We also walked into the main town area of Zurich and appreciated even more that we were staying at the Signau property as Zurich was very crowded. The hotel suggested some restaurants that were maybe a five minute walk away. They were good and appeared to be filled with many more locals than tourists.

4.0
Ushma

25 September 2023

Very good, clean hotel near the Opera House.

Very clean and airy room in this old historic house. Staff are very friendly and helpful.

5.0
Dagmar

18 September 2023

our stay just made Zurich completely different and enchanting we have decided this would be our hote

the breakfast was amazing welcoming staff rich choice and variety of food ambient was just wonderful it gave us the feel we just went back to 1930 where everything was so beautiful and sophisticated

it was very short stay so we find everything pefect

5.0
Christian

13 September 2023

Wonderful stay! Staff were fantastic! Would love to stay here again.

Beautiful, cozy, loved it!

Nothing

3.0
Radek

15 August 2023

Very average for very high price

Perfect location close to sea and gardens, few min to city centre. Old vila in garden. Nice atmosphere

Very poor equipment. Almost no boxes and very few space. It was very hot and the rooms were hot, the don’t have A/C ! Therefore sleeping was not good

4.0
Frsix_vonbe

2 August 2023

Our new home in Zurich for our upcoming stays

The hotel has been set-up in a unique charming house, with carefully selected decoration, surrounded with a beautiful garden. The staff is very forthcoming. The breakfast is better than average and served with love. The toiletry products are of excellent quality.

The honesty bar is slightly overpriced. Check-in times are limited, but the hosts organised for a smooth prepared arrival in their absence.

4.0
Damiano

24 July 2023

PERFECT QUIET SPOT IN THE HEART OF ZURICH, FELT LIKE AT HOME

PERFECT

4.5
Raisa

15 July 2023

Beautiful house and garden

The house is beautiful and located a short walk from the centre. We spent a few hours reading in the shade in the peaceful garden. As the other reviews say, the staff are lovely.

Hotel facilities

Services

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
  • - Luggage storage
  • - Private check-in/check-out
  • - Shared lounge/TV area
  • - Daily housekeeping

Food & Drink

  • - Bar
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
  • - Fruits
  • - Coffee house on site

Activities

  • - Tennis court (additional charge)
  • - Golf course (within 3 km) (additional charge)

Outdoors

  • - Garden
  • - Terrace
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor furniture

General

  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Family rooms
  • - Lift
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Heating
  • - Non-smoking throughout

Parking

  • - Parking garage
  • - Electric vehicle charging station
  • - Accessible parking

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Toilet with grab rails

Pool and wellness

  • - Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • - Sun umbrellas

Miscellaneous

  • - Key access
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Access to health care professionals
  • - Face masks for guests available
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