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About the Hotel

Schifflaende 30, Zurich, Switzerland, CH-8001

Historic Boutique Hotel

Boutique Hotel Helmhaus is one of Zurich's oldest guesthouses, dating back to 1356. Set in a 14th-century building in Niederdorf, it offers 24 rooms with soundproof windows, Swiss mattresses, and individually adjustable A/C. Rooms include fleecy bathrobes, special pillows with sheep's wool and pine flakes, and iPads.

Swiss Breakfast Buffet

The hotel serves a rich Swiss breakfast with local products like Bircher muesli, fresh fruits, cheeses, and bread from nearby bakeries. Eggs are prepared to order, and options include gluten-free and vegan dishes. Half-board is available at Molino Select for an additional fee.

Art and Culture

The hotel features paintings by Swiss artist Gisèle Mengis and is close to the Helmhaus museum, showcasing contemporary Swiss artists. The Kunsthaus Zürich, one of Switzerland's most important art collections, is nearby.

Central Old Town Location

The hotel is in Zurich's Old Town, a 5-minute walk from Lake Zurich, Bahnhofstrasse, and Lindenhof hill. The Zürich main station is a 12-minute train ride from the airport, with trams and buses nearby. Parking is available for CHF 45 per day.

Family and Special Packages

Family rooms accommodate up to five people and include breakfast and a Zurich Zoo entry after three nights. The Ladies Package offers sparkling wine and skincare products. The Art Package includes a Kunsthaus Zürich visit and a book of Mengis's works.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Boutique Small Double Room
2 persons
17 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Boutique Triple Room
2 persons
25 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
Boutique Family Room
2 persons
42 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Boutique Queen Room
2 persons
16 m² 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
Zurich500 m
Airports
Kloten (ZRH) 12.4 km
St. Gallen-Altenrhein (ACH) 106.5 km
Train
Zürich Stadelhofen500 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

Schifflaende 30, Zurich, Switzerland, CH-8001
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Schifflaende 30, Zurich, Switzerland, CH-8001
Nearby
Church
Grossmunster
210 m
Utoquai
Lake Zurich
430 m
Museum
Museum of Art
540 m
Church
Fraumunster Church
320 m
Square
Buerkliplatz
580 m
Square
Paradeplatz
570 m
Church
St. Peter Church
470 m
Opera House
Zurich Opera House
590 m
Museum
Helmhaus
140 m
Munsterbrucke
Monument to Hans Waldmann
170 m
Limmatquai
340 m
Muensterhof 20
Zunfthaus zur Meisen
200 m
Right bank of Limmat river
Niederdorf
310 m
Public Building
Stadthaus
310 m
Square
Sechselautenplatz
390 m
Limmat
180 m
Restaurants
Restaurant Papa Joe's
60 m
Schifflaende 18
Zum Weissen Kreuz
30 m
Roessligasse 3
Pizzeria Ristorante Molino
40 m
Limmatquai 16 8001 Zürich
Altstadt Hotel Restaurant
40 m
Kirchgasse 4
Cedre Bellevue
90 m
Schifflaende 5 Schifflände 5
Restaurant le Cedre Maurice
90 m
Nueschelerstrasse 3
Restaurant Karl
100 m
Kirchgasse 14
Restaurant Swiss Chuchi
530 m
Rosengasse 10
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