Townhouse Boutique Hotel, Zurich
The Townhouse Boutique Hotel in Zurich is a delightful, cozy escape tucked right in the heart of the city’s bustling shopping district. Located literally on the doorstep of the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse, this property offers a charming contrast to the city’s more buttoned-up, formal hotels. With its English townhouse-inspired design, the hotel feels more like a welcoming private residence than a standard city hotel.
The decor is one of the property’s most endearing features. Each of the 23 guest rooms and three suites is outfitted with vibrant, vintage-inspired wallpaper by Designers Guild, which cleverly coordinates with the upholstery. There is a playful, whimsical touch throughout the interiors, mixing antique furniture with fresh flowers to ensure that individual character is always prioritized over sterile perfection.
Beyond its stylish rooms, the hotel provides a relaxed environment where guests can unwind with a book from the library or enjoy a meal at the on-site Palette restaurant and bar. While the setting is refined, it remains refreshingly unpretentious, making it easy to feel right at home during a short city break.
Its location is incredibly practical for any traveler. You are just a short, pleasant walk away from the historic Old Town with its winding alleys and medieval architecture, as well as the peaceful Lindenhof hill, which offers a beautiful view over the river Limmat. Whether you are in town for high-end shopping or to explore Zurich’s cultural museums, the hotel serves as a perfectly positioned home base.
Expert reviews
“With a cracking location only steps from the train station and the shops of Bahnhofstrasse, this stylish five-storey hotel offers friendly service and a host of welcoming touches. The 26 rooms come in an assortment of sizes (from 15 to 35 sq metres), with luxurious wallpaper, wall hangings, parquet floors, retro furniture, DVD players and iPod docking stations.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Bar
- Restaurant
Location
Recent guest reviews
13 May 2026
Lovely area with short walk to old town but convenient location in big town brings traffic noise with it
stayed here before but this time our room was above noisy bar and restaurant . Overall the hotel is in a great position as 100 metres from train station with many places to eat nearby.
We should have asked for a quiet room.
13 May 2026
Convenient stay overall:)
The hotel’s location a short walk to Zürich HB (also a tram station few steps near the hotel) made everything incredibly convenient—perfect for getting around the city or catching early trains. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, though they could definitely use a bit of updating. Would still recommend for the unbeatable location and service.
Slightly outdated rooms, no AC but we visited end April so it doesnt get so warm inside and electric fan was provided.
10 May 2026
Very satisfactory for an overnight stay.
It is a well located hotel.
Good breakfast with friendly service
Very small room. A tight fit for two people. Bed was very comfortable. Furniture very old and “tired”
9 May 2026
Overall it was a great stay. Maybe the breaky could definitely be improved on
Location, room layout , water pressure was great in the washroom
The breakfast was good but sort of ran out a few times. I felt it was kinda short on food
8 May 2026
Convenient stay in a great location.
Great location
Nothing
2 May 2026
Very good position to zurich train stn.
Very close to train station 100m. Easy walk to many food options to eat
We were on 6th floor but lift only went to 5 levels so just got to lug suitcases up
25 April 2026
Great location for city and station. Very helpful staff. Room cosy with balcony. Please include breakfast - additional c
Location close to the train station, lovely room and helpful staff.
Breakfast not included in price - most hotels do this now.
23 April 2026
Great place for a nights stay. But if you want quiet you may need to request it.
Good size room, very close to railway station.
Food places all close to hotel.
Being right in city centre the room was very noisy.
No air con and the fan in the room had a mind of its own. Would not stand up.
20 April 2026
Zurich stop over
Staff very welcoming, fun décor in the comfortable room. Great location if you are traveling by train.
It was a struggle to find us non feather pillows. We got one.
19 April 2026
Fab location, really friendly staff.
Fab location, really friendly staff.
19 April 2026
Great room with sunny balcony. Super location.
Fantastic location, close to the rail station, trams and easy walking to restaurants bars and sites.
Shower curtain and soft pillows
19 April 2026
It suited our requirement for a one night stay.
It was close to train station.
None
11 April 2026
Excellent position, helpful staff.
Nice atmosphere with a central location
9 April 2026
Lovely boutique hotel close to everything!
Great location for walking the city. Comfortable bed. Nicely appointed boutique room — love the eclectic mix of furniture. Room was very clean. We opened the windows at night to enjoy the coolness. The restaurant was terrific.
Our bad — we asked for a higher up level room. Ours had a dormer in a slanted ceiling. Problematic for my 6’2” husband but easy to pay attention to an not whack his head. The room was lovely. Just dont ask for top floor if you’re tall!!
5 April 2026
OK for a short stay.
Great location. Just steps from the train station. Bed was comfortable.
We had the room at the top of the stairs on the first floor, so we heard plates clanking from the restaurant downstairs. The window curtain was positioned so you have to cover the TV to get the room dark. Bathroom needs attention. When we told them this, they said they already know.
4 April 2026
Nice hotel with great staff and location
Very friendly and helpful staff
Nice breakfast
Great location
3 April 2026
Excellent stay in stylish hotel
Townhouse Hotel was one of the closest hotels to Zurich's main train station, just off Bahnhofstrasse, but provided a quiet room. I loved the hotel cafe wrapping around the reception on the street level. If your room wasn't ready or you just wanted a quiet rest, the cafe provided get table service. The staff were very welcoming. Cafe staff would check in to see if you needed anything, but if you did not want to be bothered they would leave you be. Cafe prices were competitive/average. The cafe level is decorated with plush velvet couches and chairs; plus a high table top area good for a laptop. Upstairs, the rooms were tasteful and well-decorated. My room had a queen bed with a high padded headboard, a desk, two Queen-Anne style armchairs, TV, dresser, safe, bathroom, and a hanging rack for coats. It was not difficult to find an outlet to plug in my phone charger. The bed had a fitted bottom sheet instead of flat, which is worth a star in itself. The room was equipped with a hot-pot, tea bags and Nescafe, and the tea/coffee supplies were refilled every day. The bathroom shower was big enough that I didn't bang my elbows or knock down the soap dispensers.
While the room was pretty and comfortable, my room lacked a luggage rack for holding a suitcase when you unpack. We had two persons and we ended up using the chairs to hold our bags when unpacking. I would have liked a luggage rack instead of the desk or the dresser. This was a very minor issue.
1 April 2026
Perfect location to enjoy old town and get to trains.
Great location one block from train station, shopping row and being in old town it is walkable to all sights, restaurants etc. Friendly and helpful staff.
Small things like no tissues in room. No phone to call front desk. Only one plug in entire room for electric converter. One pillow not two. Basic tv but on a rainy night, would have been nice to have a movie channel or two.
14 March 2026
Cosy Boutique Stay!
Great location close to the station. Cosy room with super comfy beds and pillows. Spotlessly clean. Breakfast was an added bonus with a good selection on offer. Would definitely stay there again!
Nothing.
8 March 2026
Superb location, friendly staff ,lovely hotel
The hotel was well situated ,staff friendly and helpful .The room was spacious, had a balcony and a fridge
Maybe more choice at breakfast
6 March 2026
Besides the friendly staff and lovely rooms, the location was absolutely perfect.
The staff were so lovely! And the room was beautiful too.
6 March 2026
Super central and lovely staff
Very central to everything, 5 mins from the train station. staff really helpful and even lent us a plug adapter rather than us buying one.
The bar downstairs was great for evening drinks and cocktails.
Breakfast was 15 CHF
Nothing
5 March 2026
We’ll be back
It feels like being in someone’s home
The addition of a shaving/ makeup mirror in the bathroom would be great
1 March 2026
Was a nice couple days, very convient.
Right by the train station, lots of things around.
A bit dated, small room but the usual for right in the city.
28 February 2026
Good location but could do with some freshening up and staff should learn a few manners.
Location.
Would need some TLC because even if it is clean and reasonably comfortable it is a bit worn out in places. I didn’t particularly like the suspecting look of the bar/restaurant/front desk guy when I handed over the key at checkout and he didn’t trust my word that all had been paid for and wanted me to wait until he checked. I wonder if they have that many hit and run clients in Zurich which have given them credit card details, just wondering.
23 February 2026
Overall an ideal place to stay when on a short trip to Zurich
Location was exceptional if arriving by train
20 February 2026
Good value for the location
Location
There was a crack in the wall.
15 February 2026
Great staff, location and clean room. In the heart of Zurich!
The location was amazing.
Friendly and helpful staff.
Rooms were a bit small.
12 February 2026
Very expensive compared to 5 star hotels nearby, with better rates, but great boutique hotel with top location.
Location, staff and space etc in room.
Very expensive the night I stayed there.
12 February 2026
Great place to stay for a night or two!
Very friendly staff and keen to help where possible!
Lovely quirky and homely place!
The bed and pillows were cozy and comfy.
We would defo come again!
There was a dodgy plug on one of the light sockets.
The breakfast was not very value for money. We decided to eat in Roots instead, but this didn't devalue our actual stay.
3 February 2026
Lovely central boutique hotel
Lovely hotel with a great bar at the bottom. Uniquely decorated and comfortable beds, felt premium. Very close to the train station, less than 5 min walk, and close to everything in the city.
Only issue was heating was set to maximum and couldn’t be changed, so it was very hot and we had to open the window to sleep. Otherwise, everything was great!
26 January 2026
We will be back
Location is great
22 January 2026
Great stay in a lovely boutique hotel centrally and conveniently located, recommended
Fantastic location and lovely boutique hotel very close to the main train station, central shopping area and restaurants. Check in staff were very helpful! Decent sized rooms, one of which had a little kitchenette which was very handy during our stay.
The bathrooms were a little small and dated but otherwise in good condition
22 January 2026
Close to train station
Clean and comfortable
Unable to control room temperature. Room was quite warm.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Pet bowls
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Reception services
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - Fire extinguishers

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14 May 2026
Near to Zurich HB