Name: Design Hotel Plattenhof
Address: Plattenstrasse 26, Zurich, Zurich (Canton), 8032
Price range: US$113+
Rating: 8.0

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About the Hotel

Plattenstrasse 26, Zurich, 8032

Close to the Old Town

Very good

7.9

8.6

/10

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4.5

Loved by Design Hotel Plattenhof guests

Comfortable rooms

Friendly staff

Excellent breakfast

Design Hotel Plattenhof - A boutique hotel in Zurich's university district with sleek rooms and an Italian restaurant

Design Hotel Plattenhof occupies a quiet residential area in Zurich's university district, 10 minutes from the Old Town and Lake Zurich. The 3-star property has 37 minimalist rooms (15-23 m²) with hardwood floors, Molteni furniture, and Artemide lighting, facing either a side street or a garden. Each room includes an LCD flatscreen TV, safe, and en-suite bathroom with free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Guests can dine at the Italian restaurant Sento (open Monday-Friday) or relax at the bar and garden terrace. The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, meeting facilities, and a parking garage (CHF 20 per day). Nearby attractions include Fraumünster Church (1 km), Bahnhofstrasse (1 km), and Zoo Zurich (2 km). Tram line 10 connects the hotel to Zürich Hauptbahnhof (4 stops) and Kloten Airport (30 minutes).

Pros

Located in a quiet yet central university neighborhood near museums and Lake Zurich.

Modern, minimalist rooms feature high-end Italian furniture and custom lighting.

Tram access to key destinations, including the airport and main train station.

Cons

Most rooms are compact, with the largest at 23 m².

Limited dining options onsite when Sento is closed (weekends).

Select your room type

Design Hotel Plattenhof offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Premium Double Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed / 2 Single beds
Shower
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Premium Twin Room
2 persons
250 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Shower
room details
Classic Double Room
2 persons
185 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed
Shower
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Facilities

Design Hotel Plattenhof offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Currency exchange
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Design Hotel Plattenhof Location

Plattenstrasse 26, Zurich, 8032

Map view

City landmarks

Museum

Swiss National Museum

4800 ft

Zoo

Zoo Zurich

1.5 mi

Mall

Bahnhofstrasse

4800 ft

Church

Grossmunster

2900 ft

Landmark

Lake Zurich

4000 ft

Church

Fraumunster Church

3800 ft

Landmark

Urania Observatory

4200 ft

Park

Platzspitz park

5300 ft

Square

Buerkliplatz

4500 ft

Landmark

Zurich

4500 ft

Square

Paradeplatz

4600 ft

Church

St. Peter Church

3800 ft

Library

Zentralbibliothek

2700 ft

Museum

focusTerra

2200 ft

Museum

museum of wax moulages

2700 ft

Opera House

Zuerich Opera House

4200 ft

Nearby

Museum

Museum of Art

2000 ft

Badenerstrasse 420

Old Town

2000 ft

Museum

Zoological Museum

1900 ft

Restaurants

ETH Mensa Polyterrasse

2300 ft

Leonhardstrasse 34

bQm

2300 ft

Leonhardstrasse 34

Holy Cow Gourmet Burger Company

3200 ft

Zaehringerstrasse 28 8001

Hasta Ice Cream

3100 ft

Spitalgasse 5

Klara's Kitchen

2600 ft

Universitaetstrasse 17

1001 Gmbh

3100 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 4

Piadina-Bar

3000 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 2

Grabli Bar

3300 ft

Niederdorfstrasse 66

Explore Zurich

Local Experiences

Grossmunster

11 minutes' walk

Iconic Romanesque-style church with twin towers. Offers scenic views after climbing to the top and historical significance.

Museum of Art

8 minutes' walk

Home to an extensive collection of Swiss and international art. Notable exhibitions and free admission on certain days.

Old Town

8 minutes' walk

Charming streets filled with shops, cafes, and historic buildings. Perfect for leisurely strolls and immersing in local culture.

Lake Zurich

15 minutes' walk

Scenic lakeside venue ideal for picnics and boat trips. Offers picturesque views and opportunities for water activities.

Hiking Trails at Uetliberg

20 minutes' drive

Exciting trails for hiking enthusiasts with panoramic views of Zurich and surrounding mountains.

Yoga in the Park

10 minutes' walk

Relaxing yoga sessions in nearby parks, ideal for unwinding and connecting with nature. Seasonal availability.

Cycling along the Limmat River

15 minutes' walk

Cycling along the riverside pathway with picturesque views. Bike rentals available nearby.

Strandbad Mythenquai

10 minutes' drive

Popular lakeside beach known for sunbathing and swimming. Family-friendly with facilities and food options.

Holy Cow Gourmet Burger Company

12 minutes' walk

Vibrant casual dining with gourmet burgers using local ingredients. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available.

Klara's Kitchen

10 minutes' walk

Cozy spot offering a mix of Swiss and international cuisine. Known for fresh ingredients and homemade desserts.

ETH Mensa Polyterrasse

9 minutes' walk

Cafeteria-style dining with stunning views of the city. Offers healthy meals and quick bites at reasonable prices.

Zurich Opera House

16 minutes' walk

Renowned venue for opera and classical music performances. Hosts both local and international productions.

Urania Observatory

16 minutes' walk

Offers public stargazing sessions and fascinating astronomy shows. Family-friendly with educational tours available.

Zurich's Jazz Clubs

15 minutes' walk

Live music venues featuring local jazz artists. Relaxed vibe with a warm atmosphere and occasional open mic nights.

Getting around

City Centre
Zurich 10 min · 2700 ft
Airports
Kloten (ZRH) 20 min · 7.9 mi
St. Gallen-Altenrhein (ACH) 160 min · 66.1 mi
Train
Zürich Stadelhofen 11 min · 3000 ft
Bus
Bus stop 3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:00

Check-out

from 07:00-12:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs CHF 21.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Design Hotel Plattenhof from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Design Hotel Plattenhof is often praised for its well-designed and furnished rooms, with some guests enjoying spacious doubles offering lovely views. Its location near the University of Zurich and convenient access to the funicular to the Dolder area are commonly appreciated, as is the easy access to Zurich's center. Guests frequently enjoy the vegan breakfast options and the charming breakfast room; also, the hotel operates a vegetarian take-away with vegan options at lunch, which is a plus for many. However, some guests have noted that certain rooms can feel a bit dated, and a few have experienced issues such as thin walls.

Review score

Based on 2 verified reviews

8.0 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Staff

8.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.7/10

Value for money

7.4/10

Facilities

7.8/10

Pros

Good location

Helpful staff

Clean room

Spacious shower

Breakfast options

Cons

Noisy meeting

Sawyer from United States

Single

classic double room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 31, 2025

9/10

great hotel experience

helpful staff hotel cafe

the staff was helpful. the hotel cafe also provided great service (i really liked the coffee!).

none

0 Helpful

Victor from Canada

Couple

Classic Double Room

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: November 05, 2025

7/10

Satisfactory Experience

vegan options breakfast room polite staff no air conditioning ikea furniture high price

The breakfast room looked beautiful. Vegan breakfast options were available. This was a definite plus. All staff members were polite.

There was no air conditioning in the room. I found the furniture to resemble cheap student housing with Ikea furniture. The room was not worth the price.

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