BAUR AU LAC, Zurich

Baur Au Lac - A lakeside heritage hotel with private parkland, haute cuisine restaurants, and panoramic Alpine views

Situated within its own landscaped park on Lake Zurich's edge, this historic Zurich hotel features Art Deco, Louis XVI, and English Regency architectural styles. The five-star Baur Au Lac, located just 1640.4 ft from Bahnhofstrasse, offers soundproofed rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs featuring 600+ channels, minibars, and separate tubs and showers. The property houses multiple dining venues, including Baur's Brasserie & Bar serving European cuisine, and a restaurant pavilion offering breakfast with homemade pastries and à la carte options. Le Hall provides an intimate setting for coffee and desserts from the in-house patisserie, while the property includes a cigar lounge and a bar specializing in creative cocktails. The rooftop fitness center presents panoramic views of the lake and Alps. For business travelers, the ballroom Le Petit Palais hosts corporate events with professional services. The hotel stands 1 mile from Zürich Hauptbahnhof and 9.5 miles from Kloten airport.

Pros

Heritage-protected trees create a natural sanctuary in the private park

Rooftop fitness facility designed by leading gym specialist Yves Preissler

Dedicated wine division operating since 1844 with specialty selections

Professional transfer service with fleet of luxury vehicles

Cons

9.5 miles distance from Kloten airport

Limited on-site shopping options with deliveries restricted to Switzerland