Baur au Lac, hotel
Baur au Lac is a hotel in Zurich located in a park-like setting directly on the lake with classic 19th-century architecture. The building houses comfortable rooms and suites, multiple restaurants including Le Hall, Baur's, and Marguita, and a rooftop fitness area overlooking the lake and Alps.
The hotel was founded in 1844 and has been family-run for generations, preserving its classic features. It modernized over the decades with a major renovation that added new amenities like the rooftop fitness area while maintaining the building's original elegance.
The name comes from French, meaning "Baur at the Lake," referring to its position on Lake Zurich. The hotel culture blends Swiss tradition with cosmopolitan hospitality, evident in its carefully curated wine collection and multiple dining venues where guests experience both local and international cuisine in social settings.
The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and private parking for guests with cars. Its central location makes it easy to explore the city on foot or by public transport, and staff are available to help plan activities and visits anytime.
The hotel has a remarkable tradition of wine selection since its founding, with each opened bottle treated as a special event. Additionally, it has partnered with Tiger Swiss to rediscover the "Tigerfinkli," a symbol from Swiss childhood that celebrates Swiss craftsmanship and shared heritage.
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