Zurich
Europe · Switzerland
Best Months
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Rec. Nights
3 nights
Airports
ZRH
Avg. Cash
$89 - $1,727.32/night
Best Value
Overview
Zurich is Switzerland largest city, beautifully situated at the northern tip of Lake Zurich with the Swiss Alps visible on the horizon. The best time to visit is May through September, when warm temperatures (65-80°F), long daylight hours, and clear skies make outdoor activities and lakeside strolls irresistible. Summer brings open-air swimming in the lake and river, rooftop bars, and the famous Street Parade techno festival in August.
The Old Town (Altstadt) on both sides of the Limmat River is a charming maze of medieval streets, guild houses, and boutiques anchored by the twin-towered Grossmunster church. Bahnhofstrasse is one of the world most exclusive shopping streets, while the trendy Zurich West district has transformed former industrial spaces into restaurants, galleries, and clubs. The Kunsthaus Zurich houses an impressive art collection spanning Chagall to Giacometti, and day trips to Lucerne, Rhine Falls, or the Jungfrau region are easily accessible by Switzerland famously punctual trains.
Points travelers will find a small but premium selection of hotels in Zurich. Switzerland notoriously high prices make points redemptions extremely valuable here — a night at the Park Hyatt Zurich or Marriott properties that might cost $500+ in cash can deliver exceptional cents-per-point value on award bookings.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Zurich range from $89 to $1727.32 per night. Points redemptions offer 2.75+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
10 properties in Zurich bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Park Hyatt Zurich | Hyatt | 40,000 | $1,034 | 2.6¢ | May 12 | |
Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle | Hyatt | 15,000 | $322 | 2.1¢ | May 13 | |
Courtyard by Marriott Basel | Marriott | 19,500 | $192 | 1.0¢ | May 11 | |
Neues Schloss Privat Hotel Zurich, Autograph Collection | Marriott | 92,000 | $831 | 0.9¢ | May 11 | |
H4 Hotel Solothurn | Wyndham | 30,000 | $236 | 0.8¢ | May 12 | |
Vienna House by Wyndham Zur Bleiche Schaffhausen | Wyndham | 30,000 | $224 | 0.8¢ | May 11 | |
Hilton Lake Como | Hilton | 100,000 | $718 | 0.7¢ | May 11 | |
The Plein Hotel, an SLH Hotel | Hilton | 160,000 | $1,153 | 0.7¢ | May 11 | |
Holiday Inn Zürich - Messe | IHG | 40,000 | $248 | 0.6¢ | May 11 | |
Holiday Inn Express Luzern - Kriens | IHG | 43,000 | $255 | 0.6¢ | May 11 |
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Transfer Points Strategy
Find the best transfer path for your credit card points
If you have Points:
Park Hyatt Zurich
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
Courtyard by Marriott Basel
If you have Points:
H4 Hotel Solothurn
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
Hilton Lake Como
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
Holiday Inn Zürich - Messe
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Getting There
ZRH
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $89/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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