Zurich, Switzerland - Royal Hotel Zurich 3* B&B from 453 €

Total price From 906 €

Created: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 - Departure: Thursday, May 30, 2024

Themes

About the destination

Zurich labours under the misconception that it is nothing more than a sterile banking city – don't believe a word of it. True, Zurich plays home to one of the largest stock exchanges in the world and is the financial motor of Switzerland itself, but step back from the markets and share prices and you'll find an arty, trend-conscious and vibrant city. Just hang in Zurich West for a while. Its former warehouses, viaducts and ship building caverns have been converted into art centres, funky bars and quirky boutiques. Along Langstrasse, the city’s notorious red light district, you’re now as likely to take home a chic handbag crafted by an emerging designer as you are a piece of skirt. Zurich’s character booms from the speakers of the annual Street Parade, a mammoth techno festival that weaves through the city with DJs and minimally-clad dancers on floats. There isn’t a banker’s tie in sight. If there is in the pretty east bank quarter of Niederdorf, it’s loosened. These medieval streets are abuzz with cafés on corners, trendy taprooms and world-class restaurants. It’s easy to while away an afternoon just absorbing its laidback atmosphere, especially in summer when the riverside take on a beach vibe. Winter is special too. Under the spell of snow, the cobbled alleyways, fountains, lakeside promenades and stunning architecture of the Old Town were made for the stroke of an artist’s brush. This is when one of Europe’s best Christmas markets rolls into town and the warming citruses and cinnamons of the glühwein (mulled wine) stalls fill the air. Shoppers will be in their element here at any time of year. Zurich’s flashy side is evident in the upmarket designer boutiques of Bahnhofstrasse, the city’s main shopping drag. But this is no longer a city for the smart set alone; there are plenty of unusual shops to be discovered down hidden streets. Sitting astride the River Limmat and the northern tip of Lake Zurich, Mother Nature certainly smiles down on Switzerland’s biggest city. Architects were courteous in their additions too - just check out the Fraumünster and Grossmünster churches, which face each other across the river. Then, when you’ve had enough of the city’s diverse array of restaurants, first-rate museums and pulsing nightlife, there’s always the nearby Uetliberg mountain or a boat trip on Lake Zurich to enjoy – if only to catch your breath before diving back into the city’s delights again.

More info

Included services

30 May

Departure transport

Departure

EasyJet - U27741

06:20 - Porto, Porto (OPO)

09:55 - Zurich, Zurich (ZRH)

0 KG Nonstop

Transport: U27741

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: STANDARD

30 May

Accommodation

3 Nights

15 more pictures

Royal Hotel Zurich 7 Good

Zurich - At 1.2 km from the centreBED AND BREAKFASTLeonhardstrasse 6, 6, Zurich CH-8001 Double run of house

The Urban Royal Hotel Zurich enjoys a prime city center location, just a 5-minute walk from Zurich Main Station (Zürich HB), the University of Zurich, and ETH Zurich. Tram line 10, stopping directly outside the hotel at the Haldenegg stop, provides swift access to and from Zurich Airport. Refurbished in 2018, the hotel offers 66 Urban Hillside and City rooms, each featuring fresh, contemporary decor with a touch of vintage charm and openable windows. Guests can enjoy courtyard views, some with glimpses of the old city wall, or opt for a room or junior suite on the penthouse floors for breathtaking city and Uetliberg mountain vistas. The hotel's convenient location puts Zurich's vibrant urban scene at your doorstep. Explore the city with ease: stroll along the river to the lake, wander through the historic old town, visit the bustling Central district, admire the Bellevue area, or discover the trendy Europaallee. Numerous restaurants, bars, and terraces offering diverse culinary experiences are within a short walking distance. For recreation, jog along the Limmat River to the lake or Zürichberg, or enjoy outdoor fitness in nearby parks and terraces. The world-famous Zurich Zoo is just a 10-minute tram ride away, and the Uetliberg Planet Trail offers scenic hiking opportunities. Chocolate lovers can indulge at the Lindt Home of Chocolate, a short trip from the hotel. As your local hosts, the Urban Royal Hotel Zurich team is delighted to provide recommendations for Zurich and Switzerland excursions. We look forward to welcoming you!

More info

02 Jun

Return transport

Return

EasyJet - U27744

15:30 - Zurich, Zurich (ZRH)

17:05 - Porto, Porto (OPO)

0 KG Nonstop

Transport: U27744

Cabin Class: Economy

Fare Name: STANDARD

1 Insurances

Classic Seguro( Seguro de Inclusão Classic) - Região(Continente de um só país) - Dias (4)