citizenM Zürich is a mid-range design hotel at Talacker 42 in the city centre of Zürich, Switzerland, a few minutes from Bahnhofstrasse, Paradeplatz and the lake. Talacker is a central street between the shopping district and the Sihl river side of the old town, and the position makes most of the main sights reachable on foot: the Fraumünster and St. Peter churches, the Limmat quays and the Lindenhof viewpoint are all within about ten minutes. Zürich Hauptbahnhof is roughly a ten-minute walk, and trams stop nearby at Paradeplatz and Bahnhofstrasse. The citizenM brand is a Dutch hotel chain known for compact, technology-led rooms and a shared lobby-style living room, and the Zürich property follows that formula. The only listed room type is the Standard Room, a compact room with a large bed and in-room controls for lighting and entertainment. Nightly rates typically fall between CHF 160 and 300. Listed amenities include wifi, breakfast availability and a bar. Food and drink are served in the ground-floor canteen-style area, which is open to guests during the day and evening, and the hotel does not offer a spa or pool. The atmosphere is informal and social, with self-service check-in kiosks, a casual lobby and a clientele of city-break leisure travellers and business guests who prefer a modern, efficient stay. Service is minimal and digital rather than formal concierge-led, which keeps prices lower than the traditional hotels on Bahnhofstrasse. For visitors who want a central, design-focused bed and do not need large rooms, citizenM Zürich is a convenient and good-value choice in an otherwise expensive city centre.
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| Address | Talacker 42, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland |
Room types
- Standard Room
Amenities
- wifi
- breakfast available
- bar
Location
Talacker 42, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
47.3720, 8.5354 View on map
Highlights
- Central location near Bahnhofstrasse and Paradeplatz
- Compact design rooms with tech-controlled lighting
- Social lobby with bar and casual food
- Self-service check-in
- Walkable to the old town and Lindenhof
Tips for visiting
- Rates of about CHF 160-300 per night; booking ahead usually gives lower prices.
- Rooms are compact, so pack light.
- Hauptbahnhof is about ten minutes on foot.
- Breakfast is available but can be added at booking or bought on site.
- Use the lobby bar and living-room area for work or relaxing between sightseeing.
When to visit
Any season works for a central city stay; summer and December markets are busiest and priciest.
Accessibility
Accessible room availability is not confirmed in the available data; guests with mobility needs should contact the hotel directly before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is citizenM Zürich?
It is at Talacker 42, 8001 Zürich, in the city centre near Bahnhofstrasse.
What kind of rooms does it have?
Compact Standard Rooms with a large bed and in-room tech controls.
Is there a restaurant?
There is a bar and casual food area in the lobby; breakfast is available.
How far is it from the station?
Roughly ten minutes on foot.