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Baur au Lac

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Elegant lakeside retreat with city access

Serene and elegant, this beautiful Swiss hotel near the lake offers a peaceful retreat with convenient access to city attractions. Delight in unmatched service, incredible dining, and quiet courtyard rooms for a restful night's sleep.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$2,045
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and matching lamps.

Room (Single)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a mirror.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a bench at the foot of the bed.

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Junior Suite, Lakeside

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, patterned carpet, and a decorative wall panel.

Junior Suite, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a nightstand, and a mirror.

Suite (City)

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, and a patterned carpet.

Suite (River)

  • Canal view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, patterned carpet, and a decorative wall panel.

Suite, Lakeside

  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A large bed with a quilted headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a mirror above the bed.

Suite, Lakeside (Corner)

  • Lake view
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Old Town Zürich, a neighbourhood in Zürich, Baur au Lac is in a shopping district and on a river. Tonhalle Zurich and Zürich Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fraumuenster and Grossmuenster. Bellevue Square is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Zürich travel guide
Map
Talstrasse 1, Zürich, 8001

What's nearby

  • A city street at dusk with illuminated buildings, a tram, and a clear sky.
    Bahnhofstrasse
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A city street with a large Swiss flag, a tram, and buildings with shops.
    Paradeplatz
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A church with a tall steeple and a clock tower.
    Fraumuenster
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A grand classical building with columns and statues, featuring the text "Stadt Theater Zurich" and "Opernhaus Zurich" on its facade.
    Zürich Opera House
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A statue of a man on a horse, a church, and a cityscape at night.
    Grossmuenster
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Borsenstrasse Tram Stop
    2 min walk
  • Zürich Limmatquai Station
    10 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sprüngli
    4 min walk
  • Zeughauskeller
    5 min walk
  • Bar am Wasser
    3 min walk
  • Zepter Bar Café
    6 min walk
  • Bistro & Grill am See
    2 min walk

About this property

Baur au Lac

  • Luxury hotel near Grossmuenster
  • Located close to Tonhalle Zurich and Fraumuenster, Baur au Lac provides a terrace, a garden and a hair salon. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body treatment or a facial. Enjoy a Michelin star rated meal and international cuisine at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and valet parking (surcharge)
    • Babysitting (surcharge), a banquet hall and luggage storage
    • A lift, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services
    • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
  • Room features
  • All 119 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and separate baths/showers
    • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Children's slippers, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Globe. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
  • Baur au Lac is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
  • The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (CHF 45 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 52 for adults and CHF 23 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Pavillon
  • Rive Gauche

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hospital bed
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1844
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 45.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 120.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 52 for adults and from CHF 23 for children
  • Valet parking fee: CHF 45.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CHF 45.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 120.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property class

This hotel is rated 5 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is Baur au Lac pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 45.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Baur au Lac?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Baur au Lac on 7 Sept 2026 start from AU$2,045, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Baur au Lac?

Valet parking is available for CHF 45.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Baur au Lac?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Baur au Lac?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Baur au Lac located?

Located in Old Town Zürich, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Tonhalle Zurich and Fraumuenster. Bellevue Square and Grossmuenster are also within 10 minutes. Borsenstrasse Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Burkliplatz Tram Stop is 2 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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