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Fred Hotel Central

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Located close to ETH Zurich and Swiss National Museum, Fred Hotel Central has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Superior, One Double Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Superior, One Double Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Family Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

City Penthouse, City View

  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Queensize Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Kingsize Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Old Town Zürich neighborhood, Fred Hotel Central is connected to a rail/subway station. Swiss National Museum and Kunsthaus Zurich are cultural highlights and Zoo Zurich is a popular area attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hallenstadion or Letzigrund Stadium. Visit our Zürich travel guide
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Leonhardstrasse 1, Zürich, ZH, 8001

What's nearby

  • A grand interior with a central open space, arched balconies, and a high ceiling with decorative lighting.
    ETH Zurich
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A museum interior with a wooden floor, large circular art installations, and a display of historical artifacts.
    Swiss National Museum
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A riverside cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a bridge.
    Lindenhof
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A city street at dusk with illuminated buildings, a tram, and a clear sky.
    Bahnhofstrasse
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • An art gallery with abstract paintings on the walls and a wooden floor.
    Kunsthaus Zurich
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Haldenegg Tram Stop
    2 min walk
  • Zürich Central Station
    6 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Café Oscar
    8 min walk
  • Sprüngli
    8 min walk
  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Spitz
    5 min walk
  • Café Gourmet
    8 min walk

About this property

Fred Hotel Central

  • Hotel remodeled in 2026 and located near ETH Zurich
  • Located close to Swiss National Museum and Kunsthaus Zurich, Fred Hotel Central has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
    • Smoke-free premises and a water dispenser
    • Guest reviews say great things about the location
  • Room features
  • All 83 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • 43-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 25 for adults and CHF 10 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1930
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Renovated entire property - October 2026
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 25 for adults and CHF 10 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is Fred Hotel Central pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Fred Hotel Central doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Fred Hotel Central?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Fred Hotel Central?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Fred Hotel Central located?

Located in Old Town Zürich, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of ETH Zurich and Swiss National Museum. Bahnhofstrasse and Kunsthaus Zurich are also within 15 minutes. Haldenegg Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Stampfenbachplatz Tram Stop is 3 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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