In the heart of Zurich, Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich offers a stylish retreat with cooked-to-order breakfast and coffee/tea in the lobby. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, express check-in and check-out, while appreciating the helpful multilingual staff that has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Parking available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Breakfast available
Coffee/tea in a common area
Front-desk safe
Water dispenser
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Free newspapers in the lobby
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $353
$353
$375 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Why we love this property
Breakfast options galore
This hotel serves cooked-to-order breakfast with vegan and vegetarian options. Locally-sourced food makes up 80% minimum of the menu offerings.
Dream-worthy sleep
Hypo-allergenic bedding paired with plush down comforters ensures perfect slumber. Blackout drapes and curated furnishings create a serene, stylish escape.
You'll be in a fantastic location at Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich, just a 5-minute walk from Grossmuenster and Fraumuenster. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Kunsthaus Zurich and Zürich Opera House are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Helmhaus Tram Stop is steps away and Bellevue Tram Stop is 3 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
24-hour offsite parking within 1312 ft (CHF 45 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Toys
What to do
Beach nearby
Use of nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1356
Safe-deposit box at front desk
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 28
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
iPad
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Minibar
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 25 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 45 per night (1312 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 October to 30 April.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note: due to local environmental regulations and the historic status of the building, this property's air conditioning system is subject to temperature limitations and may not be available if the outside temperature is below 71 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius).
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.
Also known as
Helmhaus
Helmhaus Hotel
Helmhaus Zurich
Helmhaus Swiss Quality Hotel Zürich
Hotel Helmhaus Swiss Quality
Helmhaus Swiss Quality Hotel Zurich
Helmhaus Swiss Quality Hotel
Helmhaus Swiss Quality Zurich
Helmhaus Swiss Quality
Helmhaus Swiss Quality zürich
Frequently asked questions
Does Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Swiss Casinos Zurich (14-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking.
What's the area around Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich like?
Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich is in Old Town Zürich, a short 1-minute walk from Helmhaus Tram Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Bahnhofstrasse. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, great, marvelous, and delicious with many choices and served to a high standard. (16 reviews)
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Breakfast
Old town
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
The rooms were clean, the location was very good.
Ekaterina
Ekaterina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2026
Family room great for families with kids. Excellent location in heart of old town.
daniel
daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2025
great location
BENJAMIN
BENJAMIN, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2025
Hotel staff were friendly, professional and helpful. Room and facilities were spotless and breakfast was excellent.
Highly recommended!
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
This property was clean, comfortable, hospitable, was in a great location, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. WOULD STAY AGAIN!
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Great location, friendly staff and clean decent sized rooms.
Nhu
Nhu, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2025
Great location
The hotel is in a great location for access to the old town and the lake. We would stay here again.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
Nice boutique hotel in a prime location
Location, close to all tours, activities and plenty of very nice restaurants!
Archana
Archana, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Location and staff were excellent
Miguel
Miguel, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
Great location and spacious room
Gurmukh Singh
Gurmukh Singh, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2025
I stay here often for work and this time I got an upgrade and a nice note with some chocolate - very nice little touch.
The room was perfect, spacious with desk for work and great amenities.
Will stay here again nice time I am in town
Will
Will, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Breakfast options healthy, varied, and good quality. Service staff exceptional and attentive.
Alan
Alan, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2025
Perfect Hotel and location
This was our first time in Zurich. I spent quite some time researching the best hotel option for us and Hotel Helmhaus did not disappoint, absolutely perfect location, immaculate and clearly very well run. We will definitely come back and stay here again, loved it!
Mandy
Mandy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Location was perfect. The staff and the room were great. The breakfast had excellent variety of food. Overall a great place to stay.
ERIKA
ERIKA, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
Beautiful room with lake view. Delicious breakfast. Excellent location in the old town Zurich, on the waterfront with shopping, sights, and restaurants right outside the door.
Theresa
Theresa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2025
Zurich escape
Great location, great service
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2023
Wonderful hotel and perfect location.
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Perfect location for old town, clean, friendly, all good
mark
mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
Easy late check in and cheap late check out. Very well located in old town
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Lovely staff and rooms were very clean
Ibzan
Ibzan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Location, cleanliness, comfort, staff was friendly and extremely helpful. Would stay here again. Highly recommend.
Alvin
Alvin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
Highly recommend, excellent stay. Great walkable location perfect for exploring Zurich, very comfortable rooms, and helpful front desk
Vivian
Vivian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2023
Well located, really great service, nice rooms
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2025
The hotel is absolutely amazing - from our room, to the staff, to the amazing breakfast. The staff were so helpful in every manageable way - recommending places to sightsee and eat. We look forward to a return visit here ASAP
VARINDER
VARINDER, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
Great place to stay .. with a restrained elegance.. helpful staff and great position by the river