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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 wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Small Double Room
Max:
2 persons
185 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Boutique Triple Room
Max:
3 persons
270 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
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Bathtub
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Family Room
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4 persons
455 sq. feet 
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Tips on navigating the city

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City Centre
Zurich1700 ft
Airports
Kloten (ZRH) 7.7 mi
St. Gallen-Altenrhein (ACH) 66.2 mi
Train
Zürich Stadelhofen1700 ft

Facilities

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

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No parking
  • 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
700 ft
Utoquai
Lake Zurich
1500 ft
Museum
Museum of Art
1800 ft
Church
Fraumunster Church
1100 ft
Square
Buerkliplatz
2000 ft
Square
Paradeplatz
1900 ft
Church
St. Peter Church
1600 ft
Opera House
Zurich Opera House
2000 ft
Museum
Helmhaus
500 ft
Munsterbrucke
Monument to Hans Waldmann
600 ft
Limmatquai
1200 ft
Muensterhof 20
Zunfthaus zur Meisen
700 ft
Right bank of Limmat river
Niederdorf
1000 ft
Public Building
Stadthaus
1100 ft
Square
Sechselautenplatz
1300 ft
Limmat
600 ft
Restaurants
Ban Song Thai
200 ft
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Restaurant Papa Joe's
200 ft
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Restaurant Le Cedre
300 ft
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Pizzeria Ristorante Molino
200 ft
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Cedre Bellevue
300 ft
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Restaurant le Cedre Maurice
300 ft
Nueschelerstrasse 3
Restaurant Karl
400 ft
Kirchgasse 14
Restaurant Swiss Chuchi
1800 ft
Rosengasse 10
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