Sorell Hotel Rütli

Sorell Hotel Rütli is a three-star hotel with about 58 rooms at Zähringerstrasse 43 at the edge of the Niederdorf in Zürich's Altstadt, Switzerland. The address is on the east bank of the Limmat, close to the Central tram stop and the Hauptbahnhof, and a short walk from the Limmatquai, the Grossmünster and the Kunsthaus. The Niederdorf, with its pedestrian lanes, pubs, restaurants and small shops, begins right outside, so the hotel suits visitors who want to be in the middle of the Old Town's evening life. Zürich's university quarter rises behind the street, and the Polybahn funicular up to ETH is nearby, which adds a student-town feel to the surroundings. Rooms are offered as Single Rooms, Double Rooms, Twin Rooms and Suites, and the property lists wifi, breakfast and a bar. The modern interiors are practical and comfortable, and the breakfast room serves a buffet before guests head out. The neighbourhood has an enormous choice of restaurants, from traditional Swiss fondue and Zürcher Geschnetzeltes to international options, so the hotel does not rely on in-house dining. The service style is friendly and efficient, appropriate for tourists, business travellers and visiting academics, and the front desk can help with tickets, tours and rail connections. Because the Niederdorf is lively at night, rooms facing the street may be noisy on weekends, and light sleepers should ask for a quieter side. Rates generally run from CHF 220 to 380 per night, which makes the hotel a good-value option for such a central location. Prices increase during trade fairs, Street Parade weekend and the Christmas market period. Day trips to Lucerne, the Rhine Falls and the mountains are easy using the nearby main station, and the airport is about ten minutes by train. Direct booking is usually via the Sorell group website.