1,163 reviews
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$186Limmatstrasse 5, Zurich, 8005, Switzerland
1,163 reviews
1/62
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Terrace
Soundproof rooms
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof is a 3-star hotel in Zürich, Switzerland. Located about 1.1mi from the city center, the address is Limmatstrasse 5. The property has 1,163 reviews from travelers.
Key amenities include free Wifi, air conditioning, a sun deck, terrace, and soundproof rooms, plus a 24-hour front desk. Non-smoking rooms and an elevator add convenience, while a picnic area and free toiletries provide practical touches. Pet-friendly (extra charges) and Meeting/Banquet facilities (extra charges) are also available.
Price starts from $186. The listing notes Zürich, Switzerland as the location and highlights the 1,163 reviews.
Zürich travelers can settle into a bright, easygoing base with a sun deck and terrace to soak up the view, plus soundproof rooms for quiet evenings. Free Wifi and air conditioning keep everything comfortable, while a 24-hour front desk is always ready to help. An elevator adds simple, everyday convenience, and the picnic area with free toiletries offers handy touches for relaxed days out. Pets are welcome on request, with charges possibly applying, making it easier to bring along a furry friend.
For business trips or events, meeting and banquet facilities are available for an extra charge, catering to gatherings of various sizes. Payment options cover a wide range of preferences: cash is accepted, and major cards such as Discover, American Express, Mastercard, Diners Club, Visa, Maestro, and UnionPay are accepted.
Room choices span several styles, including Economy, Single, Double Room, Queen Room, Room - 2 Queen, Queen Room (Single Use), Deluxe, Triple Room, Mini Double Room, King Room, Room - 2 King, Room - 2 Twin, and Junior Suite. Each option targets different travel needs, ensuring flexible stays from short breaks to longer visits.
Closest airports
Zurich Airport
5.1miSt. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport
48.5miFriedrichshafen
49.1miEuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg
49.2miBern Airport
58.6miFree wifi
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Terrace
Soundproof rooms
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Picnic area
Free toiletries
Soundproof
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Queen Room, Single Use
1 Queen Size Bed
85 sqft
Flat-screen TV
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The single room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This single room has a safe deposit box, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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Room - 2 Twin
2 Twin Beds
170 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Shower
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The double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a safe deposit box, heating and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
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Junior Suite
1 Sofa Bed
1 King Size Bed
235 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Shower
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Featuring free toiletries, this suite includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a seating area and a safe deposit box. The unit has 2 beds.
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Double Room
1 Queen Size Bed
130 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Shower
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Room - 2 Queen
2 Queen Size Beds
2 Double Beds
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Single Room
1 Twin Bed
120 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Shower
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
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King Room
1 King Size Bed
x4
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x3
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Room - 2 King
2 King Size Beds
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Economy, Single
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Deluxe
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Triple Room
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8.6
1,163 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
Alex
8.2
June 2025
Quite good breakfast. But not for that price. Good shower. Very nice and comfortable bed and pillows. Hotel looks like a very well-managed and thought-through place. Staff is friendly and professional.
1. A bit pricey for such a modest hotel. 2. There's a big gap between a restroom door and a wall, enough for a door to be useless when it comes to sounds. 3. Keycards stop working at 11AM on the check-out day. You only get a notification on WhatsApp which we didn't even see at the time. Happily we left room in time, but the situation where we came back at 11:01 and couldn't enter the room would've been quite inconvenient and frankly rude.
Santanu
10
May 2025
The most amazing experience we had. A short one night stay but delightful. Such a friendly staff and happy with smiles. Perfect communication and assisted us with ideas and directions on how to use the little time we had. A very smart, perfectly furnished, clean, comfortable and room with all that you need. I will stay there next time and every time for sure. And what a location.. bang between the bus station and the railway station and walking distance from everything worth seeing.
For a longer stay the room might be a bit constraining but no complaints. Didn't try the breakfast so no comment on that.
Isadora
10
September 2024
It’s a lovely compact boutique hotel that had a lot more than I expected it to have! Super clean and comfortable, with a modern, minimalist look. I booked a single room for myself, which was a little small but well-appointed, and perfect for my needs. My sisters got a double room plus, which was much bigger. I love that they give sweets and water in the room. Location is super central and has great transport links by tram or regional/international trains. The staff are excellent! Cleaning staff are really friendly and so great at their jobs; reception are super helpful and knowledgeable, and take time out to really make every guest’s stay a great experience.
There’s a lift, but there are still small steps getting into the building and along the corridor to the rooms. No kettle or fridge in the rooms, but there’s a communal coffee & tea station in the corridor and ice in the breakfast area. There are some rooms (in the guesthouse building) that don’t have AC and only have fans, so if that is important to you then it’s something to consider asking about when booking.
Carolina
8.2
April 2025
Great location and staff. Breakfast also nice and fresh. I stayed at the hotel in two different occasions in one week. the first time was great, the room (212) was spacious and comfortable, with a coffee/tea station located in every hallway, which is super convenient and makes the stay very pleasant. It's so close to the Zurich Station, which is perfect when the weather is not the best - no need to get wet since you're so close!
During my second stay in the same week, I mentioned I had enjoyed staying in the second floor and said I enjoyed the room 212, they offered me room 211 and it was really small, with a single person bed, and a small room that I could hardly move. Luckily I was coming back from a busy few days of meetings around Switzerland and was late afternoon and I was going to leave early the next day, otherwise it would have been uncomfortable to stay in such a small room, Id have liked to know that this was going to be the size of the room I was given when I checked in.
Elaine
8.2
June 2025
Good breakfast must I missed plain yoghurt and muesli. Fresh fruit, pastry, bread and scrambled eggs all very nice. Clean room.
The room was small and the bathroom and toilet were cramped. I hit my knees when sitting on the toilet. Very friendly staff that lended us an adapter (which did not work for a laptop by the way) and gave me a plastic bag to carry stuff, when I asked for it. We could leave the bags the last day before we left in the afternoon. Coffee/tea in the hallway near your room is also very nice.
Jordan
8.2
February 2025
Fantastic location. A very short walk (2 minutes with lots of luggage?) from the Hauptbahnhof Sihlquai entrance/exit, maybe 100m. Clean and quiet with friendly, helpful staff. Rented two rooms for one night. One room for adult parents with one double bed, the other for adult sons (24 and 22 years) with two single beds. Room with two singles was significantly larger. Room with double bed was quite small (I should have paid more attention about room size whilst booking). Smaller rooms are to be expected in the heart of Zürich, but if I had to do it over again, I'd have gotten both rooms with two single beds for the extra space (it wasn't that much more expensive).
Breakfast quality was fine. I purchased the breakfast option to avoid having to find a place to eat in the morning. Nothing special about the food, but nothing bad. It's Zürich, everything's expensive, but I can't say the breakfast was a good value. No complaints about quality (standard Swiss, which never seems to be worse than "good"), but perhaps overpriced. If you choose to purchase the breakfast, make sure you're purchasing it for everyone in your party. It wasn't obvious to me when I booked that I had only paid for 2 breakfasts, and I had 4 people. This might be a problem between the Booking.com and Fred Hotel's computer systems, or maybe it was my mistake. Front desk informed me of the issue when I checked in, so there was no morning surprise.
Rachna
9.1
August 2024
Location of the hotel is just steps away from main railway station and bus station . All convenience stores are within 10 minutes walk . Shopping centers about 30 minutes walk or 5 minutes tram ride . Trams stop in front of hotel .
There was no tea kettle in the room to warm water to make tea . There is a coffee machine on each floor but for guests in room kettle helps in to make tea to their liking . Also there should be a small microwave to reheat food somewhere in the hotel as all tours finish after 8 pm and there is nothing to eat because most nearby shops close . This is very important for solo travellers .
David
8.2
October 2024
The room was small-ish, but very clean and serviceable for a brief stay. Despite a central location near the train station, it was very quiet and peaceful. In addition, it was located very close to Old Town, the bus station from which our two day tours departed, and was thus VERY convenient. The breakfast was fair, but suffered in comparison two our two previous hotels, which had very impressive breakfast. However, taken in the context of the rather modest 15 euros price, it was a pretty good value.
It would have been nice to have had a mini fridge in the room, as we usually have had in hotel rooms.
Masud
8.2
April 2025
The breakfast was good with enough options for vegetarians. The location was very convenient. Literally next to the Zurich central train station and bus station. Lots of restaurants nearby. Reception staff was very helpful and helped us find our way around Zurich.
The housekeeping service was quite rude. On one of the days we changed our do not disturb sign to clean me as we stepped out to go out for the day. Although this was done before 12pm as suggested by the reception, she was offended that we changed it.
Christoph
8.2
December 2024
Very friendly and accommodating staff, multilingual. The hotel is pretty much directly opposite the train station and despite being on a relatively busy street with a tram stop in front and the bus terminal across the way our room was absolutely quiet - the windows are perfectly soundproof. Room was clean and tidy, we had a safe in our room, bathtub with shower (quite noble and unexpected)... Good breakfast selection, not too much and not too little. Recommended!
Tub was a little high to climb into to take a shower, not recommended if you have mobility issues, so ask for a room with a walk-in shower if you do.
Attractions
Paradeplatz (Parade Square)
0.4miLindenhof
0.5miFraumünster Church
0.7miGrossmünster Church
0.7miLimmatquai
0.8miZurich Chinese Garden (Chinagarten)
1.9miLindt Home of Chocolate
4.5miMatterhorn
16.8miRhine Falls (Rheinfall)
20.9miMount Rigi
22.6miStein am Rhein
24.4miLion Monument (Löwendenkmal)
24.7miHofkirche
24.8miCulture and Congress Centre (KKL)
25.2miLucerne Jesuit Church (Jesuitenkirche Luzern)
25.3miAttractions
Paradeplatz (Parade Square)
0.4miLindenhof
0.5miFraumünster Church
0.7miGrossmünster Church
0.7miLimmatquai
0.8miZurich Chinese Garden (Chinagarten)
1.9miLindt Home of Chocolate
4.5miMatterhorn
16.8miRhine Falls (Rheinfall)
20.9miMount Rigi
22.6miStein am Rhein
24.4miLion Monument (Löwendenkmal)
24.7miHofkirche
24.8miCulture and Congress Centre (KKL)
25.2miLucerne Jesuit Church (Jesuitenkirche Luzern)
25.3miAirports
Zurich Airport
5.1miSt. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport
48.5miFriedrichshafen
49.1miEuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg
49.2miBern Airport
58.6miFree wifi
Air conditioning
Sun deck
Terrace
Soundproof rooms
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Elevator
Picnic area
Free toiletries
Soundproof
Activities
Cycling
Hiking
Temporary art galleries
Walking tours
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Ironing service
Laundry
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site
Snack bar
Special diet meals (on request)
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
Concierge
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
General
Air conditioning
Elevator
Heating
Hypoallergenic room available
Non-smoking rooms
Pet Friendly
Smoke-free property
Soundproof
Soundproof rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Living Area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Radio
Satellite channels
TV
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun deck
Terrace
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Transportation
Public transit tickets
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Parking may not be available
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
bed.cribPrice
The price in CHF has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
Cash
Discover,
American Express,
Mastercard,
Diners Club,
Visa,
Maestro,
Cash only,
UnionPay
This property accepts cash.
Are pets permitted at Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof?
Yes, you can stay with your pet at Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof. Pets are allowed on request, but additional charges may apply.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof?
Guests at Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof can check in starting from 03:00 PM and need to check out by 11:00 AM.
How much does a stay at Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof cost?
The beginning rate for stays at Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof is $186. Bear in mind that pricing can alter depending on room configurations and dates. For a precise figure, enter your stay dates.
What types of rooms does Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof offer?
The Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof offers a variety of rooms including Single Room Plus, Double Room, Double Room Plus, Junior Suite Plus, Junior Suite, and Single Room. The rooms accommodate different occupancy, ranging from single occupancy to accommodating up to 3 adults and 2 children. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The bed sizes vary from Twin bed to Queen size bed and there are also options for Sofa beds.
What activities does Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof offer?
Guests at Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof can enjoy spending their time in various ways. They can start by indulging in the sun deck, where they can relax and soak up the sun. This amenity provides a perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the pleasant weather.
For those who prefer a more active approach, the hotel offers walking tours, cycling, and hiking opportunities. Guests can explore the surrounding areas and take in the beautiful scenery while engaging in these activities. This also allows them to keep up with their fitness routine and explore the city at the same time.
Whether guests want to relax or stay active, Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof provides them with the perfect means to do so. With the sun deck and the various leisure amenities like walking tours, cycling, and hiking, guests can make the most of their stay at the hotel.
Which payment methods are supported by Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof?
Fred Hotel Zürich Hauptbahnhof accepts cash as well as major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, American Express, Maestro, and UnionPay.
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