Marktgasse Hotel

Marktgasse Hotel is a boutique hotel at Marktgasse 17 in the Old Town of Zürich, Switzerland, set in a medieval townhouse between Limmatquai and the Niederdorf. The pedestrian-friendly lanes around the hotel contain historic guild houses, independent shops, cafés and bars, and the Limmat river, the Grossmünster and the Fraumünster are all within a few minutes on foot. Bahnhofstrasse and Hauptbahnhof are about ten to fifteen minutes away, and Bellevue and the lake are similarly close. The building's age gives the hotel its character, with the historic structure reflected in its look and in the varied sizes of its rooms. The property is also home to the IGNIV restaurant, a notable dining address within the hotel building, which adds a culinary draw for food-focused visitors. Accommodation falls in the upscale category, with Single Rooms, Double Rooms, Twin Rooms and Suites, and listed nightly rates of about CHF 250 to CHF 450. Amenities include wifi, available breakfast and a bar. The location suits couples, culture-oriented visitors and small-group travellers who want to be in the middle of the Old Town rather than near the station. Because the Niederdorf is lively on weekend nights, guests sensitive to street noise may wish to ask for a quieter room. Cars are impractical in the Old Town, so visitors typically arrive by train and tram, and the hotel can advise on luggage arrangements for the pedestrian zone. Demand is highest in summer, around the Christmas markets and during the Sechseläuten spring festival, when the Old Town fills with visitors. Booking ahead for these periods, and reserving the IGNIV restaurant separately in advance, is the usual approach.