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Powered By TripAdvisorFine Swiss Hospitality in the Heart of Zürich Old Town
Powered By TripAdvisorLocated in the heart of Zürich’s lovely Old Town, Storchen Zürich has been welcoming guests for 660 years to a city known for its wonderful quality of life. Stay right at the edge of the River Limmat, with views over the water to the church towers of the Old Town, and revel in the exquisite, personalized service. The friendly and efficient 24-hour concierge will take care of everything, from organizing a private chauffeur to booking your flights. Try a cocktail in the sophisticated Barchetta Bar Lounge & Piazza, let Chef Cyrille Anizan treat you to refined seasonal cuisine on Zürich’s most beautiful terrace, and take in the amazing views from your guestroom.
- Admire views of the River Limmat or Old Town from the 66 stylish guestrooms and suites
- Begin your day with a breakfast buffet of Swiss regional cuisine with fresh produce from the hotel's farm
- Dine at one-star Michelin restaurant, La Rôtisserie on a beautiful terrace overlooking Old Town
- Choose a fine cigar from the hotel’s humidor and pair it with a high-quality whiskey or a glass of wine at the Cigar Bar
With its centuries-old tradition of outstanding hospitality, Storchen Zürich has service down to fine art. You will find every detail is carefully thought through, from the selection of international newspapers to the 24-hour room service. You will be treated to arguably the best location in Zürich, with the river, the lake, and Old Town right on your doorstep.
Hotel Amenities
Accommodations
The 66 guestrooms and suites at Storchen Zürich offer unique views over the Limmat and picturesque Old Town. With contemporary decor and a soothing color palette, these sumptuous rooms are the perfect place to relax with numerous stylish details and technical equipment that play together. Request a room with a balcony and enjoy the views over the river to the mountains in the distance. Luxuriate in the plush bedding, robes, and slippers, a comfortable seating area, desk space, and spacious walk-in showers. Suites offer a separate seating area and panoramic city views. Book the generous City Living Studio for maximum privacy, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a washing machine, a queen-size bed, and a spacious living room with a sofa bed.
The hotel’s elite Clef d’Or-certified concierge team is at your disposal to provide an insider’s guide to the city’s sights, book a table at the finest restaurants, organize childcare, and ensure every travel detail is attended to.
Dining
For early birds or night owls, a quick drink, or a long, leisurely lunch, Storchen Zürich's on-site restaurants and bars offer a full range of gourmet experiences, all presented with passion, creativity, and flair. With an expert culinary team and carefully curated menus, dining in the glorious setting of the hotel is a delight.
La Rôtisserie – One of Zürich’s most beautiful locations also happens to be the hotel’s acclaimed one-star Michelin restaurant. Chef Stefan Jäckel will treat you to his exquisite seasonal creations in the decadent dining room or outdoors on the striped-awning covered terrace with some of the city's most spectacular views.
Cigar Bar– Silky rings of aromatic smoke float gently upwards toward the ceiling letting you know you are in the Cigar Bar. Choose from 30 different cigars from various countries.
Barchetta Bar Lounge – This quaint café under the arcades and directly by the water is the perfect spot to pick up a snack or a beverage, including selected wines and champagnes.
Piazza – At this little oasis at the Weinplatz, dine on Italian-inspired dishes in the outdoor dining area, shaded by tall lime trees along the river.
Activities at Storchen Zürich
The Storchen experience extends beyond the hotel's wall and fully embraces the spirit of Zürich, one of the cities consistently ranked as offering the best quality of life in the world.
Soak up the hotel’s rich history in its guestrooms and shared spaces. Relax on the terrace with a drink or a book at Piazza, or take a stroll along the River Limmat, on the hotel’s doorstep. Additionally, Storchen Zürich - Lifestyle Boutique is a proud member of the exclusive Living Circle, signifying the hotel's close connection to nature. The Living Circle also offers you the chance to experience a typical Swiss farm.
Top Zürich attractions are just moments away, including the awe-inspiring Opera House, spectacular modern art exhibits at the Sculpture Pavilion and Kunsthaus Museum, and breathtaking stained-glass at Fraumuenster Cathedral. Or do as the locals do and spend an afternoon swimming or boating in the river and splashing about on the lake.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Opera House
- Weinplatz Square
- Bahnhofstrasse
- Kunsthaus Zürich Museum
- Sechseläuten (street parade)
Location
On the beautiful shores of River Limmat and right in the center of Zürich’s Old Town, Storchen Zürich puts you in a prime location for sightseeing, shopping, and culture.
Address
Am Weinplatz 2, Zurich, SwitzerlandTransportation
- Airport
- Zurich-Kloten International Airport is 9 mi / 15 km away, around a 20-minute drive
- Train
- Zürich Main Station is a 10-minute walk away
- TramRathaus tram station is a two-minute walk away
- Car
- Onsite parking is available for a supplementary fee
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Reviews
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Mon Aug 11 2025 08:52:38 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by O28FX
Nice spot but extremely poor sleep quality due to malfunctioning ac. Had to sleep with open window; lots of noise.
A wonderful place to stay in Zurich
Wed Aug 06 2025 11:52:03 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by pjapost
The rooms were spacious and spotlessly clean. The service was excellent. The location was great. Would absolutely stay here again.
Great property, but only if you get the riverside rooms.
Sun Aug 03 2025 16:57:47 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by bhramank
Great location, in a building with history and character. Few mins walk from transportation options or major tourist attractions. Plenty of shopping and great fine-dining options at hand. Staff was very professional and friendly, as is expected from such a property. Rooms were comfortable and well-appointed. Welcome note from the staff was a nice touch. Some small annoyances such as bathroom doors that don’t close shut, elevators that are but slow to get to you, and Wi-Fi captive portal that didn’t load first few times I tried. Nothing too bad. The reason for docking a star is the value. The room I got was noisy (2nd floor) just overlooking a street, and I got woken up early by what seemed like noise/thuds from a loading dock. My view was of some small back alley street and noise probably came from the commercial establishments there. The rooms themselves were smallish and I would book two rooms or larger suites even if they allow 3 per room, as that will get far too cramped. Paying $1700+ per night for that room with that view/noise didn’t feel worth it. Get the nicer riverside rooms else skip the property, as the lower ‘city’ rooms definitely weren’t great.
Good location but nothing else special
Sat Aug 02 2025 19:45:07 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by lisa l
This hotel is in a top notch location. The rooms are small. The beds are very comfortable. My bathroom did not have a bidet and did not have any toiletries like cotton swabs for makeup or the ears. They have shampoo, soap and lotion in large dispensers The rooms with a city view have no view.
Storchen Hotel review
Wed Jul 30 2025 11:16:06 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by drtap1998
no where to lounge in the hotel unless you were spending money. front desk vibe was unwelcoming for me. housekeeping was great and friendly. Visit was not worth the price of the hotel for me. Hotel was very expensive but amenities were pretty basic. Would not return for the price and hospitality.
