Goethe House in old town Zürich

The apartment is inside an old building located in the middle of the old town. It is very well decorated and it is obvious that every small piece of decoration has been chosen carefully. The apartment has two ACs which was very important on this heat wave. Kitchen had all the dishes and equipment required for home cooking and bed is comfortable. The location is great and all shopping streets are closed by, coop for grocery and the river for a beautiful night view. The owner was very helpful and answered every question and assisted when necessary. Bottom line 10/10 The photos in booking tells it all. Beautiful, romantic and authentic place. Unique.

Although location is great for walking around, getting to the hotel by car or Uber is impossible. Only taxis are allowed, keep that in mind if you have a lot of luggage. Although we were full, we walked with the luggage 5 minutes from the nearest parking lot, not ideal but worth the authentic old city atmosphere.

It was even cleaner than I had expected. Despite being located in the heart of the city—a charming spot where we can clearly hear the traditional bells—the price was very reasonable. Even though it was under the heat wave, they installed an air conditioner for us, so we were able to stay comfortably.

Location: The historical building is at the heart of Old Town Zurich, right opposite St. Peter's Church. Many of the restaurants and shops recommended on the Internet are within 100 metres of the apartment. Equipment: The interior is quirky (in a good way) but newly refurbished and comes with aircon units. Service: The host is very approachable and helpful throughout the stay.

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Excellent location and host is really amazing

Great location and beautiful apartment with lots of character. The decor and furnishings are modern and very comfortable. The host met us in person to answer any questions and was extremely accommodating especially to make our stay comfortable during the unprecedented heat wave.

The only thing I liked it was the location, right in the centre. Apart from that nothing else.

The house was a construction site, uncomfortable to get to. Two flights of small stairs with not lift. Very very unhappy.

Se privilegia estar próximo de tudo no centro histórico e pontos turísticos para acessar a pé, imóvel rústico e no estilo clássico, bom anfitrião, espaço para família, conveniência da cozinha e bons utensílios, TV com streaming, este apartamento é pra você.

Se privilegia o silêncio (sinos das igrejas próximas tocam dia e noite, edifício ainda em período de obras, além dos bares próximos bem movimentados do lado de fora) ou tem dificuldades motoras (muitas escadas, corredores e degraus), não é pra você. O anúncio parece ter dois banheiros no apartamento, quando na verdade há somente um com chuveiro e pia, e ambiente adjacente minúsculo tipo lavabo (vaso sanitário e pia), sem suíte. Apenas uma TV na sala.

Good location and Fiorenzo is very friendly.

Apartment is located near restaurants so there will be some noise at night. We need to open the window because there is no air-con in this apartment.

Lovely apartment - central location right next to St Peter’s. Beautiful living space and comfortable bedroom. Quiet.

The only thing is that right now the lower floor (at entry) had some minor construction- it did not disturb the apartment but was a little odd coming in and out.

We’ve booked an apartment where we use to spend our frequent visits to zurich… at the arrival Fiorenzo informed on the availability of a fantastic penthouse as a free alternative to the aprtment we coosed. Dispite the price (almost triple of the one we booked) an in addition to the upgrade proposed he allowed the late chack out and the possibility to host an additional friend for free! What else to say?? We’ve enjoyed our permanence and we’ll be back soon!!

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Perfect location to view the city from...quiet area, but within a short walk you could get anywhere you needed to be

Perfect reception by Fiorenzo in this spacious apartment with a great kitchen and perfect location. The rooms were large and felt authentic and comfortable while being in the absolute center of the city. We can only recommend this location to fellow travelers (and families) looking for a nice spot to stay in Zurich. We will gladly book here again.

As already mentioned, this is an old house with maybe not the best sound and thermal isolation, if that bothers you then look elsewhere. Some minor construction work ongoing in the house but nothing that bothered us.

Location was great, right in the heart of old town. Beautiful apartment with large kitchen and cosy living room. Master bedroom was comfortable and so were the sofa beds that could accomodate the kids.

If you're carrying several pieces of luggage, you've got to walk up flights of stairs. Not for those with climbing issues. You're next to a church so you'll hear constant bells, and not far off, another church, so more bells. You can't really sleep in. Master bedroom is next to a restaurant, on weekends, people stand on the streets to smoke and chat. The noise can be heard.

Magnifique appartement ancien en plein centre de Zurich, très confortable merci encore pour ce séjour, nous reviendrons avec plaisir

The location of it as well as the apartment itself - just amazing!

Character. Location. Interior design. Attention to detail.

At first it was the ‘two bathrooms’ which was actually a seperate toilet and one bathroom that we thought would pose a problem. However, within a few hours of settling in, we didn’t even notice it. The two seperate facilities worked fine- we were a family of four with two young adult ‘children’. This isn’t really a ‘dislike’ merely an observation.

Beautiful home! Decorated beautifully and so comfortably

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Really attentive host. We loved the space. It was spacious and well cared for. Perfect for us 4. We have always loved the neighbourhood and were not disappointed.

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I loved the accommodations. Host was great. Location incredible. Very clean

It was nice, clean, & smelled good

The one listed in Booking.com it said the number 7 on the address and that there’s an elevator but in reality it was number 5 and the Apt was on the 3rd floor! We are (4people) all seniors that had to go up the stairs with our luggages up to the 3rd floor and in the rain we were looking for #7! The person close to the apartment said that it was always a problem looking for the Apt; that people were confused finding the place!!! 😡😡😡

The location was perfect. 10 +! A beautiful old house.

The apartment is for four people, but the sofas are not ideal for sleeping. They might be suitable for small children, but not for adults or teenagers, as they are not long enough for anyone over 175 cm tall. You can't stretch your legs. The bed in the bedroom was comfortable. There could have been more dishes in the kitchen, as well as more toilet paper. The apartment is next to the church, and the church bells ring 24/7. It's a good idea to bring earplugs.

The location was fantastic and in the heart of old town near so much. The host met us there and couldn’t have been nicer. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. Can’t say enough good things about it.

Didn’t dislike anything

Ideally located in the heart of Old Town Zurich, 5-7 minutes walk from Zurich main station. Everything is within a walking distance, 2 minutes away from Bahnhofstrasse. Beautiful apartment on the second floor, no elevators as it is in a really old building next to the church. Neat and clean ! Loved the stay. Cooking utensils can be enhanced. Will definitely come again !! Gives you real vibes of Zurich !!

As we cooked dinner and breakfast, the apartment could do with more kitchen utensils, crockery, serving spoons and serving dishes could be further added.

The apartment was beautifully decorated and perfectly clean. The amenities were many and much appreciated. The location could not be better and the owners were quick to respond when we had a question

Excellent location

A Magical Stay in the Heart of Zurich’s Old Town Our stay in this charming heritage apartment was nothing short of exceptional. Nestled right in the heart of Zurich’s enchanting Old Town, the location could not have been more perfect—just steps away from quaint cafés, historical landmarks, and the serene beauty of the Limmat River. The apartment itself is a true gem. Immaculately preserved with original architectural details, yet tastefully updated with all the modern comforts, it effortlessly blends old-world charm with contemporary elegance. Everything was spotless upon arrival, and it’s clear that great care is taken to maintain both cleanliness and ambiance. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and responsive, If you’re looking for a unique and memorable place to stay in Zurich that offers both character and comfort, this heritage apartment is an absolute must.

We loved just about everything about Goethe House in Zurich. You can't get a much better location. Beautifully decorated and so big and roomy! Fiorenzo was fantastic to work with and communicated quickly. It was just such a wonderful experience.

Period flat mindfully updated to meet today’s needs. Location. Very helpful and responsive host.

Can install a stool in bathroom for elderlies like me.

The apartment is beautiful and in a prime location. The host was so accommodating and let us checkin early with our two babies after a long flight. He had a crib setup ready for us and waters in the fridge.

We stayed during a weekend and it was very loud at night. We could have used some earplugs or a warning. During the week it was fine.

convenient location, beautiful home, excellent services for my family, and accommodating for my toddler. kitchen was stocked the necessary essentials.

Kitchen stocked for coffee and excellent coffee machine!

Four stories of stairs to climb

Gorgeous building, very stylish. Clean and comfortable for family of 4. Loved all the preserved historical details in the building. Host was very responsive and hospitable. There was even a piece of chocolate for each of us. Would love to stay again when our stay is longer.

Clean, confy and very well located. Owner helped about everything. If we go to Zurich again, we’ll stay here definitely

The location is very good, the host is very friendly and helpful, we received the keys with a warm welcome. We were very pleased, thank you very much:)

Very quirky place in a great location. Well equipped, comfortable and clean.

Great location but close to Europes biggest clock face so if you’re not good at blocking out bell chimes maybe not the place for you. Winter isn’t so bad but summer with the windows open might be a bit loud.

Property was in a great location, spacious for 3 of us and the host was excellent.

Spacious! And love everything about the place. They have the right balance between classic wooden Swiss house style and modern way of living. Just live the place couldn't say more

Only small part, do not have elevator for long stay with large luggage can be challenge. But only small things

Everything! Very spacious and cosy apartment with everything that you could possibly need. Superb location and a lovely, kind and efficient host. We shall return.

The property is just as lovely as advertised. The living room view over St Stephen's church was out of a story book. The snow made it even more magical. The location is great, short walk to the tram stop and Christmas market. The modern kitchen and bath were spotless. It had a huge shower and separate toilet area. The bed was comfortable with feather pillows and duvet.

Be aware that there are two flights of stairs to reach the apartment. A challenge with large suitcases since they are narrow and uneven steps. There was also an automatic overhead light in the hallway between bath and bedroom. Nice when your hands are full but too bright in the middle for night trips to bathroom. There are also uneven thresholds, so watch your step between rooms. The biggest challenge was noise from bar next door. Smokers stood outside and talked loudly late into Friday and Saturday night. A fan was provided for background noise, but light sleepers should be aware. It was quieter on Sunday night. Note: Uber cannot meet you within old city. We had to walk about a block to catch our ride.

Perfect for a family of 4! We were surprised at how spacious the apartment was. We had everything we needed for a few night stay. The location in Old Town is exceptional for sightseeing and exploring and the communication with the owner is FABULOUS. She really made sure we were taken care of and had what we needed. I wouldn’t hesitate to return.

Location perfect.

No slipers. No elavator

Beautiful apartment. Great location.

Location. Great host. Quite a historical building.

The apartment was very well equipped. It was very comfortable. There was lots of space. And so ideally located in the old town

There was everything we needed, although some shower products would have been nice, shampoo, shower gel, etc

This was our second stay at the property. Betina messaged before we arrived and so we could collect the key on arrival. The apartment is very spacious, clean and well appointed. It is perfect for a stay in the centre of Zurich, and Betina is very helpful and attentive. We love the sound of the church bells at 7pm and 7am, though may not be to everyone's taste!

I can't think of any improvements.

Location, space and quirkiness. An historical building decorated with a modern twist. Everything provided , good hair dryer , dish washer & tablets, WiFi, TV with Netflix., great shower.

No air con for warm nights, but fans provided.

The property is in a fantastic location and was very spacious. It was good value when compared to getting 2 hotel rooms in that area. It was well stocked with things we would need during our stay. Communication was clear and prompt. Loved the energy of the area and the chiming of the bells!

We knew going into the stay that there wasn’t any AC and it was unseasonably hot. It was rather noisy on the weekends from the restaurants and bars in the area and we needed to have the windows open to attempt to cool the bedroom down. After a few nights I ended up sleeping in the living room on a very comfortable sofa bed and it was PERFECT! Way better air flow. Ear plugs, eye mask and white noise from the fan did the trick. They mentioned doing some black out blinds and I think this would help a lot keeping the heat out during the day and in the cooler months to block out the street light and for some privacy. Note to self…there are 2 long flights of stairs and no lift so I will pack lighter next time.

Great location and very friendly staff to help with what you need. Comfortable bed and sofa bed and large kitchen and lounge area

Could have more cooking accessories and pots etc. as well as dish cloth to wipe down benches. Air conditioning would be nice as well

Clean, beautiful, great location

every nice place to stay

Fantastic location in the Altstadt.

Tricky to drive to the location because it much of the area is pedestrianised but that is only a very minor negative.

Great location. Beautiful apartment. Lots of space and character. Would definitely recommend The host was great

Location

The apartment is on 2nd floor. If you have luggage you have to take it up two floors which is not a great experience.

The apartment is located in the beautiful part of the Old Town! The location is prime!!! It is close to everything you want to see/explore and need (like shopping). The house is also called Goethe House because, yes, you guessed it- Goethe lived there! It’s absolutely amazing to connect to historic figure or events in such a way!

There is nothing that I didn’t like about the property! The apartment is clean and very nice. It has a full kitchen. The hostess is very kind and accommodating. I am glad we reserved Goethe House and hope we will be coming back!

Great location , closed to the public transport and all the attraction that was in my list was nearby . Good local food also nearby. Betina was lovely and well communicated.

No lift in the building so you have to carry luggages up and down.

The apartment is very well located for the old town. It is very spacious, light and well equipped and furnished. We found it surprisingly quiet in terms of street noise - we loved listening to the church bells during the day, and did not hear them during the night. Betina is very welcoming and attentive and immediately helped with the few things we asked for. And our dog thought she was amazing!

The apartment is very well equipped for a light meal but understandably is limited in terms of cooking equipment. We borrowed an extra pan from Betina so it wasn't a problem though.

Thanks for your lovely hospitality.It was reaally good experience for me.

Such a great experience: I can’t wait to return! Old Works Zurich feel meets modern amenities. Thank you for your hospitality Betina.

Perhaps a few more supplies: extra toilet paper, kitchen towels, soap in the shower. Just a few minor details—otherwise perfect!

The apartment was spacious. The bed in the main bedroom was comfortable. The sofa beds were comfortable too. Plenty of sunlight throughout the day. Although the property is surrounded by shops and people, it was still quiet and peaceful at night with the windows closed. The sound of the clock can be heard hourly but it is not too disturbing.

For us, it was difficult to find the property. We found '7 Glockengaase' on the main path (with shops on either side) but initially there did not appear to be a door for entry. We went through a narrow alleyway to the other side and found a door with '5' written above and to the right of the door. I did not know that this was the door to the apartment (which is two flights of stairs up from the ground floor). We did not have a local SIM card on my phone so was not aware that the host had already contacted me earlier on that day via Booking.com. The people working in the shops were kind. They went out of their way to help me find 'Goethe House'. But they did not know where the main door was. Finally, a young man in 8 Glockengaase phoned the host on my behalf and the host finally met us outside the 'Tiki bar' to give us the keys. If you book this accommodation (very much recommended), I recommend that you contact the host beforehand so that you can agree on the time for collecting the keys.

Everything was so perfect ! The appartement is absolutely gorgeous, and perfectly located in the heart of the old town. On top of everything else the host was so nice and welcoming.

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Betina was there to meet us at our arrival. She provided a warm welcome and showed us how to use the locks. She gave us a tour of the apartment and let us know if we needed anything she would help. Will definitely stay there again! Thank you Betina!

Amazing host, he was friendly and easygoing. Additionally, the house was in perfect condition and well decorated.

Location was superior!

Location, bad was super comfy

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The apartment is charming and has an unquestioned character. It is very spacious and located at the heart of the old town, surrounded by shops, restaurants, clubs, supermarkets and historic buildings.

The apartment has old windows due to which you can hear noises from the outside. If u have problems with sleeping the noise u hear from outside can be a challenge. Otherwise the apartment is lovely.

Great location, easy access walking anywhere around the city.

There is no elevator available to carry luggage up and down 2 flights of stairs, if you have a problem with lifting.