Hotel Ambassador

Frommer's Review

One of our favorite hotels in Zurich is a small-scale gem with a lot of charm and pizzazz. It was originally built late in the 19th century as the "Falkenschloss," a then-private villa whose distinguished Beaux-Arts facade complements the Opera House immediately across the street, near the important tramway junction at Bellevue Platz. In 1940, it began accepting long-term residents, and in the 1950s, it became an upscale hotel, a role it has fulfilled ever since. After the turn of the millennium, its interior was radically upgraded by well-known architect Roland Schön into the modernized baroque decor you see today. Bedrooms are high-ceilinged, with supremely comfortable beds (each adjusts, hospital-style, to whatever angle and configuration you want), and generally spacious. A well-trained staff attends to your comfort, providing the services that a traveling business representative may need. The on-site restaurant, À l'Opéra, is considered one of the best restaurants in Zurich, but more reasonably priced than you might expect.

Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; room service; laundry service/dry cleaning; nonsmoking rooms

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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