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Central Plaza Hotel

Property class: 4

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A dining area with a round table set for four, surrounded by ornate chairs, and a wine rack with bottles behind the table. - Central Plaza Hotel (Zürich)
A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and round tables. - Central Plaza Hotel (Zürich)
An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, tables, and chairs, surrounded by well-maintained bushes. - Central Plaza Hotel (Zürich)
A modern hotel room with a leather sofa, a round wooden table, and a view of a cityscape through a balcony. - Central Plaza Hotel (Zürich)
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a floor lamp, and a view of the outdoors through the window. - Central Plaza Hotel (Zürich)
Bahnhofstrasse is located near Central Plaza Hotel, which provides a terrace, a shopping mall on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant King's Cave, features kids' meals and dinner. Fitness classes and yoga classes are offered at the health club; Central Plaza Hotel also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Suite, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, down comforters, in-room safe

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a small round table with chairs, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a marble sink, a mirror, and a shower.

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a small round table with chairs, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Double Room, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a floor lamp, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern loft bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with white and striped bedding, a desk with a chair, and a skylight.

Junior Double Room, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Central Plaza Hotel is in Old Town Zürich neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Bahnhofstrasse and Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria. Old Botanical Garden and FIFA World Football Museum are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours and other activities like golfing. Visit our Zürich travel guide
Map
Central 1, Zürich, ZH, 8001

What's nearby

  • A grand interior with a central open space, arched balconies, and a high ceiling with decorative lighting.
    ETH Zurich
    4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A museum interior with a wooden floor, large circular art installations, and a display of historical artifacts.
    Swiss National Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A riverside cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a bridge.
    Lindenhof
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A city street at dusk with illuminated buildings, a tram, and a clear sky.
    Bahnhofstrasse
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A riverside promenade with historic buildings, a bridge, and a restaurant named "Haus zum Rüden."
    Zurich Town Hall
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Central Tram Stop
    2 min walk
  • Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station)
    4 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brasserie Federal
    5 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Ruby Mimi
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CHF 24 to 34.50 for adults and CHF 16 to 34.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Central Garten
  • Restaurant King's Cave
  • Restaurant/ Bar Central 1

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1883
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 100.0 per day

Property 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 continental breakfast: approximately CHF 24 to 34.50 for adults, and CHF 16 to 34.50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 35 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 100.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Parking height restrictions apply

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Plaza Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Central Plaza Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CHF 35 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Central Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Central Plaza Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Central Plaza Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Zürich, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Polybahn Funicular and Bahnhofstrasse. Central Library Zurich and Swiss Craft Center are also within 5 minutes. Central Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Bahnhofquai-HB Station is 3 minutes.

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Reviews

Central Plaza Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 636 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay near the train station and central to everything in Zurich.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Easy access to transport and attractions. Comfy bed and nice air conditioning. Had a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay! Even for a night. Very peaceful and super comfy bed!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the perfect location to walk the old town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was fantastic, very convenient. Staff super friendly and helpful. Room and bathroom were very clean, nicely laid out. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Helpful staff. Great gym. Room was ready prior to check in
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gilman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff and location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. Ate at the hotel restaurant 3 times! Excellent. Lake Zurich drink was fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely convenient hotel, helpful staff, good value apart from probably in high season
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is located in Old Town Zurich right aross the river from the train station. Room was nice and staff was very helpful. The cost to stay there is high.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There is construction in and around the hotel. Rooms are OK. Otherwise great location and convenient to the train station
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Lovely piano bar.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SARJU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the station and also to the shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff ..perfectly located!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to main train station. However rail lines run right by hotel and rail cars can be noisy if you’re sensitive to noise. Helpful staff. Otherwise, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, efficient friendly front desk staff, have stayed previously. Currently good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice, comfortable room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to train station and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DHAVAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location & stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Great river views. Live music in the bar every evening! I would visit again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room and good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is across the street from old town and the main Zurich train station. Plenty of restaurants, a large supermarket and public transportation. Property is well kept and staff is superb.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026