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A restaurant with wooden decor, a bar area, and tables set for dining.

A hotel room with a large bed, striped wallpaper, a framed artwork above the bed, bedside lamps, and a door leading to another room.

A historic building with multiple stories, large windows, and a ground-level shop.

A bench in a park with a view of a town and a church tower.

1. Hotel Kindli

Old Town Zürich, 0.3 km from Urania Observatory

Rebecca

Rp9.199.409

Rp9.699.874 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden beams, and a wooden floor.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A building with multiple storefronts, including 'Bufalini' signs, and a visible sign with a prohibition symbol.

A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a grey sofa, and a round coffee table.

2. Lake Side Location Bellevue

Old Town Zürich, 0.8 km from Urania Observatory

Shahroukh

Rp7.740.051

Rp9.845.420 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern interior with a seating area, bookshelves, and large windows.

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a view of a historic building with arched windows and a clock tower.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a TV, and a bed with an orange blanket.

3. Sorell Boutique-Hotel St. Peter Zürich

Old Town Zürich, 0.4 km from Urania Observatory

KIRK

Rp7.908.314

Rp8.359.767 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern building with a prominent entrance labeled 'LOCKE AM PLATZ.'

A restaurant with a green cushioned bench seating, wooden tables, and chairs with patterned upholstery.

A modern interior with a curved sofa, round tables, and a unique checkered ottoman.

A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a marble countertop, and a patterned stool.

4. Locke Am Platz Zurich

Enge, 1.3 km from Urania Observatory

Rp3.074.417

Rp3.342.182 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A café interior with a bar area, chandeliers, and a glass partition.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the city through the window.

A luxurious room with a chandelier, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a vintage armchair.

A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

5. Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich

Old Town Zürich, 0.3 km from Urania Observatory

Ismael

Rp11.123.987

Rp11.697.635 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a large island with black pots, and a sleek design.

A building with a sign reading "Bahnhofstr. 18" and a storefront with the name "Kiton".

A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view of buildings, a radiator, and a painting on the wall.

A modern room with a round ottoman, a console table with a mirror, and a radiator.

6. Le Bijou Bahnhofstrasse Paradeplatz

Old Town Zürich, 0.6 km from Urania Observatory

Zach

Rp8.345.158

Rp10.473.521 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A multi-story hotel with ground-floor restaurants and a balcony on the second floor.

A restaurant with checkered black and white tile walls, wooden tables, and hanging pendant lights.

A library with leather chairs, bookshelves, and a stone wall.

A spacious room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

7. Widder Hotel

Old Town Zürich, 0.2 km from Urania Observatory

Michael

Rp15.891.319

Rp16.646.221 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, large chandelier, and symmetrical columns.

A multi-story building with balconies adorned with flowers, a river in the foreground, and a classic architectural style.

A person in a white bathrobe sitting on a black metal chair with a view of a body of water and greenery.

8. Baur au Lac

Old Town Zürich, 0.8 km from Urania Observatory

Ricardo

Rp25.628.712

Rp26.753.625 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a ground-floor restaurant, multiple balconies, and a cobblestone street.

A buffet area with wooden paneling, a central column, and a variety of food items displayed on tables.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a television, a wooden cabinet, and a skylight.

A staircase with a black railing, two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a framed painting on the wall.

9. Hotel Adler Zürich

Niederdorf, 0.4 km from Urania Observatory

Daphne

Rp4.529.052

Rp4.852.093 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A restaurant with outdoor seating, a stone facade, and striped awnings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a wardrobe with shelves, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern loft-style living space with a high ceiling, exposed wooden beams, and a kitchen area in the background.

A woman sitting at a bar with a drink, wearing a black dress and a white jacket.

10. Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zürich

Hochschulen, 1.3 km from Urania Observatory

William

Rp7.086.634

Rp7.506.864 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a grassy area, and multi-story buildings with balconies.

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a wine display. There are tables with chairs and a large window in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, and a suitcase.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a building with a clock tower, and a well-maintained lawn.

11. Glockenhof Zürich

Old Town Zürich, 0.3 km from Urania Observatory

Sarah Letitia

Rp6.393.956

Rp6.787.864 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and wardrobe.

A room with two red chairs, a floor lamp, and a window with red curtains.

A white building with multiple windows and a street lamp.

A modern dining area with a round table, red chairs, a vase with flowers, and a window with curtains.

12. Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich

Old Town Zürich, 0.7 km from Urania Observatory

jacqui

Rp5.982.648

Rp6.360.925 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A courtyard with stone flooring, tables with pink chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a small side table. There is a large window with curtains, and the room features a unique wall design with geometric patterns.

A modern interior with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows, and a clean, minimalist design.

A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

13. Sorell Boutique-Hotel Seidenhof Zürich

Old Town Zürich, 0.2 km from Urania Observatory

Leslie

Rp6.992.221

Rp7.408.863 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, blue cushions, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, stainless steel cabinets, and under-cabinet lighting.

A building with a sign reading "EMA HOUSE HOTEL SUITES".

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

14. EMA House Hotel Suites

Unterstrass, 1 km from Urania Observatory

Frances

Rp5.851.778

Rp6.225.082 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern lounge area with red sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a variety of seating options including armchairs and a bench.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a hanging light fixture.

A bartender preparing a drink at a bar with a modern interior, large windows, and a view of the city.

A modern lobby with a red sofa, grey armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a large wall-mounted TV.

15. citizenM Zürich

Old Town Zürich, 0.4 km from Urania Observatory

Christine

Rp2.991.324

Rp3.255.931 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area of Parkhuis Restaurant with tables set for two, surrounded by greenery and under umbrellas.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a round table with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

16. Park Hyatt Zurich

District 2, 0.9 km from Urania Observatory

Kenneth James

Rp15.870.619

Rp16.624.658 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A historic town with a prominent clock tower, reflecting buildings, and a calm river.

A dining area with round tables, blue sofas, and a bar area with bottles.

A terrace with a table set for dining, overlooking a river with buildings and a bridge in the background.

A modern hotel room with large windows, two teal armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a view of a cityscape.

17. Storchen Zurich

Old Town Zürich, 0.4 km from Urania Observatory

CARIDAD

Rp14.722.849

Rp15.433.332 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden outdoor table with a croissant and a cup of coffee.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a blue armchair.

A bed with white bedding and a blue pillow, a lamp with a patterned shade, and a window with a view of buildings.

A hotel with a classic facade, a sign reading "HOTEL ST. GEORGES," and a street view with parked cars and a roundabout.

18. Saint Georges Hotel

Werd, 1 km from Urania Observatory

Peter

Rp2.897.845

Rp3.007.963 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden shelves, a potted plant, and a variety of food items displayed on the counter.

A view through a window of a cityscape with a prominent tower and construction cranes in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A spiral staircase with wooden handrails and a white central column.

19. Fred Hotel Hauptbahnhof

Gewerbeschule, 0.7 km from Urania Observatory

Elisabeth

Rp4.113.071

Rp4.420.304 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern room with a large window, a potted plant, a blue chair, and a newspaper.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, glass display tables, and seating areas.

A balcony with potted plants, blue lounge chairs, and a view of a train passing by.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, overhead hanging lamps, and potted plants.

20. 25hours Hotel Zurich Langstrasse

Langstrasse, 1.1 km from Urania Observatory

Tanner

Rp3.975.968

Rp4.277.991 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Kindli	10.0 Exceptional 128 reviews	View
Lake Side Location Bellevue	10.0 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Sorell Boutique-Hotel St. Peter Zürich	9.6 Exceptional 292 reviews	View
Locke Am Platz Zurich	9.4 Exceptional 638 reviews	View
Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Urania Observatory Hotel Reviews

Ruby Mimi Hotel Zurich by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Location is amazing! Staff were very friendly and our hotel room was clean."

Sorell Boutique-Hotel Seidenhof Zürich

10/10 Excellent

"This is an absolutely wonderful hotel with a perfect location. It was very nice and well appointed, especially for the rate. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms had everything you need very comfortable stay. A real highlight is the breakfast, which was absolutely delicious and included. Highly recommend!!!!"

Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich

10/10 Excellent

"Great location down directly across from main train station. Excellent staff."

Zurich Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a very good experience at this hotel. Comfortable beds and walking distance to old town"

Hotel Limmathof

8/10 Good

"Nice basic hotel very centrally located. Room was small and zero amenities like a fridge, coffee maker, microwave. On the plus side I loved the comfy beds and slept great. Breakfast was simple but good quality. Overall I liked it and would come back."

Novotel Zurich City West

8/10 Good

"Staff and location was great. To allow people of any culture to wear sandals with exposed feet in the dining room is disgusting. Please stop allowing this...it might acceptable in eastern culture but not in US or Europe."

citizenM Zürich

8/10 Good

"Gold elite and they put me across from the elevator ask for a late check out and they can’t get me an answer until the morning we leave."

Franziskaner by Centra

10/10 Excellent

"Located in the old town. Room was very clean. Staff was VERY friendly and customer oriented."

City Pop 2Night Zürich City - Self check-in

8/10 Good

"There were shops nearby and the Bahnhof was a close walk."

Other attractions near Urania Observatory

A modern building with illuminated windows and a large billboard.

Bahnhofstrasse

9.0/10 (3,856 reviews)

This is one of the world’s most exclusive retail strips. Even if you can’t afford the price tags, it’s worth a browse for the window-shopping alone.

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A river with buildings along the banks, a bridge, and a person sitting on a ledge.

Lindenhof

9.2/10 (1,219 reviews)

This historic quarter is filled with medieval alleyways, Zurich’s finest churches, artisan’s shops and a hilltop featuring Roman ruins and sweeping city views.

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Zurich Toy Museum

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Zurich Toy Museum during your travels in Zürich. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Augustinerkirche

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Zürich when you stop by Augustinerkirche. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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James Joyce Foundation

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in James Joyce Foundation during your trip to Zürich. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

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Museum Strauhof

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum Strauhof in Zürich. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Rosenhof

During your trip to Zürich, you can enjoy retail therapy at Rosenhof. Stroll along the lakeside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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St. Peter Church

9.0/10 (35 reviews)

After visiting St. Peter Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Zürich. Wander the lakeside in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Urania Observatory?

Urania Observatory is located in a family-friendly area of Zürich known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 496 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Urania Observatory?

Adjacent to Urania Observatory, Hotel Scheuble is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a bar and parking. Other good options within a short distance include ibis Styles Zurich City Center and Ruby Mimi Hotel Zurich by IHG.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Urania Observatory?

Expedia has 496 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Urania Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Urania Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Urania Observatory.

What can I see and do near Urania Observatory?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Swiss National Museum, FIFA World Football Museum or Kunsthalle Zurich. While you're exploring, swing by Lindenhof, Zürich Opera House and Museum Rietberg to learn a bit about the area. You can check out the local talent at Tonhalle Zurich, Maag Halle and Schiffbau.

How can I get to Urania Observatory?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Urania Observatory is simple. Nearby metro stations include Paradeplatz Tram Stop, Rennweg Tram Stop and Rathaus Tram Stop. If you want to journey outside of the area, hop aboard a train from Zürich Limmatquai Station, Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station) or Zürich Central Station.

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Our top choices for Urania Observatory hotels

1. Hotel Kindli

2. Lake Side Location Bellevue

3. Sorell Boutique-Hotel St. Peter Zürich

4. Locke Am Platz Zurich

5. Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich

6. Le Bijou Bahnhofstrasse Paradeplatz

7. Widder Hotel

8. Baur au Lac

9. Hotel Adler Zürich

10. Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zürich

11. Glockenhof Zürich

12. Boutique Hotel Helmhaus Zurich

13. Sorell Boutique-Hotel Seidenhof Zürich

14. EMA House Hotel Suites

15. citizenM Zürich

16. Park Hyatt Zurich

17. Storchen Zurich

18. Saint Georges Hotel

19. Fred Hotel Hauptbahnhof

20. 25hours Hotel Zurich Langstrasse

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Top Urania Observatory Hotel Reviews

Ruby Mimi Hotel Zurich by IHG

Sorell Boutique-Hotel Seidenhof Zürich

Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich

Zurich Marriott Hotel

Hotel Limmathof

Novotel Zurich City West

citizenM Zürich

Franziskaner by Centra

City Pop 2Night Zürich City - Self check-in

Other attractions near Urania Observatory

Bahnhofstrasse

Lindenhof

Zurich Toy Museum

Augustinerkirche

James Joyce Foundation

Museum Strauhof

Rosenhof

St. Peter Church

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