
Axel’s take
A strong Old Town base with thoughtful design and a few historic-building quirks.
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Axel’s rating: 8.8/10 · a historic 4-star boutique hotel in Zurich’s Old Town
Marktgasse is a historic 4-star boutique hotel that makes a strong case for staying in Zurich’s Old Town. Its 39 individually designed rooms pair an old building’s character with restrained contemporary furnishings. Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise cleanliness, comfortable beds and helpful staff, while recent Trip.com reviews reinforce the location’s appeal. We’d choose it for a walkable city break, with restaurants, sights and the Rathaus tram close by. IGNIV and the more casual Delish add worthwhile dining options.
The trade-off is individuality rather than uniform four-star convenience: some rooms have low ceilings or sloping floors, and smaller categories warrant checking carefully. Recent Expedia guests note that coffee and water are communal rather than in-room. There’s no hotel parking, and some rooms require steps despite the elevator. Skip it if you need guaranteed step-free access without advance arrangements.
- Rooms
- Individually designed, air-conditioned rooms; some have low ceilings, sloping floors or compact layouts.
- Cleanliness
- A consistent strength across Booking.com, Expedia and Trip.com feedback.
- Service
- Recent reviews repeatedly praise friendly, helpful reception staff.
- Amenities
- IGNIV, Delish, a bar and communal refreshments; advertised fitness access is nearby, not an on-site gym.
- Fees and surprises
- Breakfast may cost extra; parking is off-site, and vehicle access is restricted.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.
The location
Marktgasse 17, Zurich
Central Old Town setting, close to sights, restaurants and the Rathaus tram.
Amenities and check-in
IGNIV, Delish, a bar and communal refreshments; advertised fitness access is nearby, not an on-site gym.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 12:00 PM
- No pool
- Babysitting
- Breakfast (extra charge)
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Airport shuttle (extra charge)
Additional hotel policies
- Optional charges: Fee for local cuisine breakfast: CHF 19.00 per person (approximately); Spa access; Fitness center access; Fitness/yoga classes; Internet access; Newspaper
- Hotel policies: Parking (off site): CHF 46 per car per night; Extra bed: CHF 60 per guest per night; Pets: CHF 25 per guest per stay
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Marktgasse Hotel: from $362 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)
From $362 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Marktgasse Hotel on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 8, 2026.
Marktgasse Hotel is a historic 4-star boutique hotel in Zurich’s Old Town in Zurich, Switzerland.
Address: Marktgasse 17, Zurich. Property ID: 1029376. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/zurich/marktgasse-hotel-1029376
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/zurich/marktgasse-hotel-1029376/2026-11-21/2-adults
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| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $903 | $948 on Expedia | $45 less (5%) | Nov 3 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
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1 night
Total price: $362 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.
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2 nights
Total price: $708 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-23 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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3 nights
Total price: $1,119 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-24 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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4 nights
Total price: $1,545 USD
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5 nights
Total price: $1,957 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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6 nights
Total price: $2,355 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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7 nights
Total price: $2,794 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-28 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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8 nights
Total price: $3,297 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-29 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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9 nights
Total price: $3,680 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-30 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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10 nights
Total price: $4,131 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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11 nights
Total price: $4,572 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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12 nights
Total price: $4,979 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-03 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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13 nights
Total price: $5,447 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-04 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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14 nights
Total price: $5,883 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-05 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel's take: 8.8/10
A strong Old Town base with thoughtful design and a few historic-building quirks. a historic 4-star boutique hotel in Zurich’s Old Town, scored for what it is.
Marktgasse is a historic 4-star boutique hotel that makes a strong case for staying in Zurich’s Old Town. Its 39 individually designed rooms pair an old building’s character with restrained contemporary furnishings. Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise cleanliness, comfortable beds and helpful staff, while recent Trip.com reviews reinforce the location’s appeal. We’d choose it for a walkable city break, with restaurants, sights and the Rathaus tram close by. IGNIV and the more casual Delish add worthwhile dining options.
The trade-off is individuality rather than uniform four-star convenience: some rooms have low ceilings or sloping floors, and smaller categories warrant checking carefully. Recent Expedia guests note that coffee and water are communal rather than in-room. There’s no hotel parking, and some rooms require steps despite the elevator. Skip it if you need guaranteed step-free access without advance arrangements.
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Best for: couples exploring Zurich on foot; design-minded city-break travelers; solo travelers comfortable with compact rooms
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Watch out for: variable room sizes and historic layouts; steps to some rooms despite the elevator; no hotel parking
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Location: Central Old Town setting, close to sights, restaurants and the Rathaus tram.
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Rooms: Individually designed, air-conditioned rooms; some have low ceilings, sloping floors or compact layouts.
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Cleanliness: A consistent strength across Booking.com, Expedia and Trip.com feedback.
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Service: Recent reviews repeatedly praise friendly, helpful reception staff.
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Amenities: IGNIV, Delish, a bar and communal refreshments; advertised fitness access is nearby, not an on-site gym.
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Fees and surprises: Breakfast may cost extra; parking is off-site, and vehicle access is restricted.
Axel's opinion of Marktgasse Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.
About Marktgasse Hotel
- Property type: Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- Marktgasse 17, Zurich
- Guest rating: 4.5/5 on Google from 390 reviews (location 4.9/5)
- Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Zurich Airport: 20 min by taxi · Fraumünster Church: 6 min walk · FIFA Museum: 8 min by taxi · Museum Rietberg: 10 min by taxi · Zoo Zürich: 11 min by taxi · Swiss National Museum: 14 min walk
- Optional charges: Fee for local cuisine breakfast: CHF 19.00 per person (approximately); Spa access; Fitness center access; Fitness/yoga classes; Internet access; Newspaper
- Hotel policies: Parking (off site): CHF 46 per car per night; Extra bed: CHF 60 per guest per night; Pets: CHF 25 per guest per stay
- Amenities: No pool, Babysitting, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Airport shuttle (extra charge), Local shuttle, Pet-friendly (extra charge), Dogs allowed, Full-service laundry, Accessible elevator, Wi-Fi (free), Wi-Fi in public areas, Business center, Meeting rooms
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Zurich
Room types
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- Beds: full double bed
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- Beds: full double bed
- Historic Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Historic Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Historic Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
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- Beds: full double bed
- Large Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Large Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
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