Mercure Zurich City
4.0-star · Vulkanstrasse 108B Albisrieden - Altstetten
4.1(1,007 Google reviews)
Mercure Zurich City
4.0-star · Vulkanstrasse 108B Albisrieden - Altstetten
4.1(1,007 Google reviews)
At a glance: 4-star · Since 2018 · Renovated 2023 · 319 rooms
Near: Swiss National Museum · 4.5 km
What guests say about…
Misael Alberto
Diane Murray
laclair1
Amod Jajurle
mvikim
Ellen B.
SK
Response from the property
Dear SK Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful review and for choosing Mercure Zurich City for your first night in Zurich. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cleanliness of our hotel, the peaceful surroundings, and our convenient location close to the train station and local amenities. It is especially rewarding to know that you had a restful stay before continuing your holiday. Thank you as well for highlighting the information regarding toothbrushes and toothpaste. As part of our sustainability efforts, these amenities are available upon request, and your comment will certainly help future travelers prepare accordingly. We truly appreciate your kind words about our rooms, service, and location. It was a pleasure welcoming you, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again whenever your travels bring you back to Zurich. Warmest regards Front Office Team Mercure Zurich City
xiang li
Response from the property
Dear Mr. Li, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable stay with us. Sebastian will be absolutely delighted to read your kind words. We are incredibly proud to have him on our team, and it's wonderful to know that his warmth, professionalism, and genuine care made such a positive impact on your experience. We're also pleased that you enjoyed the complimentary room upgrade and the breathtaking view. Your thoughtful recognition means a great deal to all of us. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable visit in the near future. Kind regards, Front Office Team
The hotel's DELI Restaurant serves regional and light dishes, with an outdoor terrace for a relaxed meal. For drinks and snacks, the DELI Bar offers cocktails and a range of bites, and a mini-market has round-the-clock snacks. Nearby, the Swiss Life Arena Gastronomie is about 450 meters away, with Krone Altstetten at 573 meters and Brasserie Spirgarten at 673 meters for more options. These spots give you a good mix of on-site dining and local eateries within a short walk.
The Mercure Zurich City sits in the Altstetten quarter, an up-and-coming neighborhood west of the old town. You are minutes on foot from the Swiss Life Arena, while Zurich Altstetten and Triemli stations are close by for quick tram rides into the city center. The Swiss National Museum is about 4.5 km away, and Lindenhof, an old town viewpoint, is roughly 4.8 km. The area itself is practical and local, with the hotel's own DELI Restaurant and DELI Bar right on site for a meal or drink. For a wider sense of Zurich, the main station and lakeside sights are a short public transport hop from here.
From Zurich Airport, take the train to Zurich Altstetten Station, which is right by the highway exit and a quick ride from the hotel. Zurich Triemli Station is also nearby, giving you another direct rail option. From Zurich Main Station (Hauptbahnhof), it is about 4.5 km to the hotel, easily covered by tram or train to one of the local stations. The Altstetten station is roughly 1 km from the hotel, about a 2-minute drive. A pre-booked transfer or a taxi from the airport will also get you here comfortably. Simply head toward Vulkanstrasse 108B in the Albisrieden-Altstetten quarter.
View moreFor an evening at Mercure Zurich City, the hotel’s own DELI Bar is a comfortable spot for a cocktail, and the DELI Restaurant serves dinner on site or on the outdoor terrace. Swiss Life Arena is just a five-minute walk away, where you can catch events or games. The Altstetten quarter has a few local spots like Krone Altstetten and Brasserie Spirgarten within a short stroll, ideal for a relaxed meal or drink. Public transport connects you to Zurich’s old town, such as Niederdorf, for more evening options, though sights like the Swiss National Museum are 4.5 km out. You can end the day with a look at the Uetliberg panorama, about 4.9 km away, before heading back.
Mercure Zurich City works well as a base for exploring Zurich, though the main sights sit a few kilometres out. The Swiss National Museum, Lindenhof, Grossmünster and Zoo Zürich are 4.5 to 6.9 km away, so you will take the tram, train or a ride-hail to reach them. Zurich Altstetten and Triemli stations are close, and public transport links the hotel directly to the old town and Hauptbahnhof. The 4.7 km MFO-Park and 4.8 km Aussichtsturm Uetliberg are also a short transit hop from your room.
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