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Central Plaza Hotel

4.0 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant connected to a shopping center in Zürich

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Central Plaza Hotel in Old Town Zürich offers modern comforts in a historic setting. Dine at Restaurant King's Cave, stay fit in the health club, or relax at the bar. The 24-hour business center and free WiFi keep you connected, with attentive staff ready to assist.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Room service
The current price is AED 1,312
AED 1,394 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2026

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Suite, River View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Suite With River View

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room, River View

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Hair dryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Double Room, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Double Room, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room with River View

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, towels

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Map
Central 1, Zürich, ZH, 8001

What's nearby

  • ETH Zurich - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Swiss National Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lindenhof - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bahnhofstrasse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zurich Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Central Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station) - 4 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Franzos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grande Café & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rheinfelder Bierhalle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Johanniter Brasserie - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Central Plaza Hotel

Upscale hotel near Bahnhofstrasse
At Central Plaza Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a shopping mall on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant King's Cave, features kids' meals and dinner. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; Central Plaza Hotel also has dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a 24-hour business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Access to a nearby health club, tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
  • A TV in the lobby, multilingual staff, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 103 rooms have comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 48-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, childcare services, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CHF 24 to 34.50 for adults and CHF 12 to 34.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Central Garten
  • Restaurant King's Cave
  • Restaurant/ Bar Central 1

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1883
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 70.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CHF 24 to 34.50 for adults, and CHF 12 to 34.50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 35 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 70.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Central Hotel Plaza
Central Plaza Hotel
Central Plaza Hotel Zurich
Central Plaza Zurich
Hotel Central Plaza
Plaza Central Hotel
Central Plaza Hotel Zürich
Central Plaza zürich
Central Plaza Hotel Hotel
Central Plaza Hotel Zürich
Central Plaza Hotel Hotel Zürich

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Plaza Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Central Plaza Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Central Plaza Hotel?

As of 15 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Plaza Hotel on 11 January 2026 start from $370.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CHF 35 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Central Plaza Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Central Plaza Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Central Plaza Hotel located?

Located in Old Town Zürich, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Polybahn Funicular and Bahnhofstrasse. Central Library Zurich and Swiss Craft Center are also within 5 minutes. Central Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Bahnhofquai-HB Station is 3 minutes.

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Central Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 612 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Great location! The view from our room was gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean modern hotel. Very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DHAVAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location & stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very kind and responsive. The staff on our floor were equally friendly and helpful. Room was quiet and had a nice view of the river. The hotel is super convenient, near the tram, buses and train station. Fabulous shopping in every direction.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Marija

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a good location but quite dated. Reception staff was not too friendly and way too politically inclined.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and accommodations were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful and kind. If ever back in Zurich we will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. The staff was professional, friendly, and and very helpful. The hotel is immaculate. It’s in the heart of everything easy walking distance to anything you desire.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, courteous service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, very easy to walk through the historic old town. Staff was wonderful, very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location wonderful staff great property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived early and the front desk staff were very accommodating allowing us to drop luggage without taking the time to formally check us in which we did later. The location of this hotel is excellent if you’re arriving or departing by train.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodica Camelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fantastic stay! The hotel is right by the main station and within walking distance to the old town. Rooms are quiet, clean, and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was excellent. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel to get to train station. Clean rooms. Comfortable beds and pillows. Good restaurant. Lots of restaurants and shopping within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stop
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful spacious, comfortable rooms in a great location. The staff were very generous and accommodating of our needs. Great visit to Zurich!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Situation was perfect. Easy walk to train station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very walkable to tons of shopping, restaurants and the train station. Zürich is a beautiful town with lots to do, so we spent little time in our room but they were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centralized location made it easy to get around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for a stopover

Centrally located and very comfortable for a 2 day stop on way to Paris. Additionally, the staff was very helpful and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Switzerland Tour:First stop Zurich

Very nice hotel.Located at the center Zurich.Very close to Zurich HB station.The rooms are small though.Housekeeping is very good as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in summer as there is air conditioning!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice front desk staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025