MARKTGASSE HOTEL, Zurich – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Accommodations
The Marktgasse Hotel offers 39 individually designed rooms, ranging from 15m² Tiny Rooms with single beds to 44m² Historic Double Rooms featuring original tiled stoves, stucco ceilings, and double beds (180-200 cm). All rooms include Schramm mattresses, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, free WiFi, safes, and bathrooms with Feuerstein toiletries, showers or baths, and hairdryers.
Culinary Experiences
The hotel features IGNIV by Andreas Caminada, a Michelin-starred restaurant offering sharing-style fine dining. The IGNIV Bar serves cocktails and bar snacks like beef tartare with potato foam and spare ribs with cucumber salad. Delish - la pinseria provides crispy pinsas, fresh salads, and desserts with views of the Old Town streets. Breakfast includes homemade granola and muffins from Delish Café.
Wellness & Fitness Access
Guests receive free access to nearby Fitnesspark Stockerhof and Fitnesspark Stadelhofen (12-minute walk), featuring gymnasiums for aerobics, yoga, and TRX. Partner facilities offer thermal saltwater baths, whirlpools, mixed sauna landscapes, steam baths, and cold plunge pools.
Central Old Town Location
Situated on Marktgasse in Zurich's Niederdorf district, the hotel is steps from the Limmat River and a 5-minute walk from Bahnhofstrasse shopping and St. Peter's Church with its iconic clock face. It's 500 meters from Lake Zurich, 1 km from the Swiss National Museum, and 2.5 km from Zurich Zoo. Reach via Tram 4 or 15 (Rathaus stop) or Bus 31 (Neumarkt stop). Zurich Airport is 7 miles away.
Guest Services & Facilities
The 24-hour reception provides concierge service, newspapers, and a coffee station. The library features board games and books, with meeting space for 8 people including a 55-inch TV screen. Event spaces accommodate workshops or apéros. Public parking is available at nearby facilities (pls-zh.ch), as the Old Town restricts vehicle access.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I loved the hotel's perfect location in the old town of Zurich and the fantastic views from the rooftop terrace. The rooms were carefully designed and had all the comforts I needed. The staff was friendly and helpful, making my stay even more enjoyable. However, the dining options were a bit limited, and the room size was smaller than expected.
The hotel overlooks the main pedestrian street filled with shops and restaurants, offering large and comfortable rooms. The staff is very likeable and helpful. However, the layout with numerous small stairs can be challenging for moving luggage around. The awesome rooms feature great views and even a balcony.
My stay at the hotel was truly delightful. The rooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable, making for a relaxing stay. The service was impeccable, with helpful and friendly staff always ready to assist. The location was great, within walking distance to all the attractions. The dining experience was enjoyable, especially the Portuguese tarts, although a bit more variety would have been appreciated. The facilities were top-notch, offering everything needed for a pleasant stay.
My stay at the hotel was delightful. The rooms, although small, were well-equipped with everything I needed and had a private spiral staircase leading to a lovely rooftop terrace with stunning city views. The bed was extremely comfortable, and there was a cozy sitting area. The only downside was the limited headroom, but the receptionist kindly assisted in changing the room without any hassle.
The hotel had very large and comfortable rooms with a huge, very comfortable bed, a lovely hot shower with Aesop toiletries, but was missing some basic amenities like hot drink making facilities and Swiss to UK adaptors. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location was fantastic in the old town of Zurich, perfect for exploring the city. The dining experience offered a decent choice of breakfast items but was slightly lacking in variety. Overall, a lovely stay with a few minor room amenities missing.
I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The rooms were newly furnished with a sense of zen/minimalism, very plain and small but very comfortable after being recently refurbished, offering great value for money. The bright room I stayed in had 2 windows, making it feel airy and pleasant. The service was incredibly friendly and effectively supportive, making sure all my needs and questions were met with a smile. The location was fabulous, only a 10-minute walk from the main train station in the heart of the old town. However, bar noise on Friday and Saturday nights could be bothersome if you're a light sleeper. The dining experience was delightful, especially the fantastic breakfast selections, though not quite at a full continental level. The hotel facilities were top-notch, providing everything one could need for a comfortable stay.
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