Nature meets comfort at Hotel UTO KULM where panoramic views complement regional cuisine, a relaxing spa, and free WiFi for travelers seeking rejuvenation
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Hotel UTO KULM sits near the Uetliberg Lookout Tower, offering a peaceful escape with practical amenities. Travelers can unwind in the spa, stroll through the garden, or savor regional specialties at Allegra restaurant while taking in the sweeping views from the terrace.
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8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Business services
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Located in District 3, a neighbourhood in Zürich, Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich is in a rural area and near a train station. Swiss National Museum and Kunsthaus Zurich are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Uetliberg Lookout Tower and Felsenegg Lookout. Don't miss out on a visit to Old Botanical Garden. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Zürich travel guide
Uetliberg, Zürich, ZH, 8143
What's nearby
Uetliberg
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Bahnhofstrasse
7 min drive - 6.5 km
Swiss National Museum
9 min drive - 7.6 km
Kunsthaus Zurich
9 min drive - 7.6 km
Uetliberg Lookout Tower
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
Uetliberg S-Bahn
6 min walk
Zurich Altstetten Station
20 min drive
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
39 min drive
Restaurants
Financial Bar
19 min drive
Schützenhaus Albisgütli
19 min drive
Restaurant Oberes Triemli
16 min drive
Restaurant La Piazza Friesenberg
18 min drive
Restaurant Burestübli
19 min walk
About this property
Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich
Upscale hotel near Uetliberg Lookout Tower
Located close to Old Botanical Garden and Felsenegg Lookout, Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich provides a terrace, a garden and a conference centre. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Allegra, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as hiking/biking and rock climbing. In addition to a steam room and a sauna, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and a front desk safe
Free newspapers, secured bike storage and barbecues
A lift, a banquet hall and meeting rooms
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 54 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries
32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and free infant beds
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 25 per person
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Allegra
Things to do
Bicycle storage
Full-service spa
Hiking/biking trails
Mountain biking
Rock climbing
Sauna
Steam room
Family friendly
In-room cot
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Conference centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
Picnic area
Terrace
Full-service spa
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 steps to reach entrance
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
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Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Banquet hall
Built in 1839
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Down comforter
Free cot
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Champagne service
Espresso maker
Minibar
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Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Separate sitting area
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is in a car-free zone and can be reached only by train and a steep path. The closest train station is 0.3 miles (0.5 kilometers) away. Guests who are driving should contact this property in advance.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per pet, per night
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 50.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
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: from approximately CHF 25 per person
Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per night
Rollaway bed fee: CHF 50.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.
Property is also known as
Hotel-Restaurant UTO KULM
Hotel-Restaurant UTO KULM Hotel
Hotel-Restaurant UTO KULM Hotel Zurich
Hotel-Restaurant UTO KULM Zurich
UTO KULM
Hotel Uto Kulm
Hotel-Restaurant Uto Kulm Hotel Uetliberg
Hotel UTO KULM Zurich
UTO KULM Zurich
Hotel UTO KULM Zürich
UTO KULM Zürich
Hotel Restaurant UTO KULM
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per night.
How much is parking at Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM.
What time is check-out at Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich located?
Located in District 3, this spa hotel is steps from Uetliberg Lookout Tower and within 6 mi (10 km) of Old Botanical Garden and Swiss National Museum. Kunsthaus Zurich and Felsenegg Lookout are also within 12 mi (20 km). Uetliberg S-Bahn is 6 minutes by foot and Ringlikon S-Bahn is 23 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel UTO KULM car-free hideaway in Zurich Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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A special, unique location and spectacular panoramic views. The members of staff are friendly and accommodating. Rooms are comfortable, clean, and a good size. The breakfast is excellent: a wide selection of breakfast types and fresh bread options are available, and they can also assist with special dietary requirements.
I loved the hotel. Unfortunately, there are no dining or reservation options for paid hotel guests who are not with a large company party.
ALL, but one, staff are very kind and do their best to accommodate. We werent permitted to have drinks in the bar, nor sit anywhere outside at night, despite no one sitting there, because we werent with these large parties.
They do have luggage service if you call for pickup. The spa was nice (bring your swimsuit as they are not nuse like German Sauna).
We spent the majority of our 3 days there, in our room, but it was really beautiful.
The HIKE, is better taken up the stairs and not the road. Breakfast was wonderful.
I would NOT recommend coming here at anytime in December. Zurich overall is EXTREMELY underwhelming and overpriced. I wouldnt visit again on my own dime.
Business trip overnight, warm welcom from the crew, wonderful view on Zürich, lots of friendly places to share a nice moment with friends, or colleagues.
Its an hotel form yourself or being with friends and family in a nature and eco-friendly environment
Diana Lourdes
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Anna
13 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The view from this hotel is incredible. Even with the current rail replacement bus to get you there, it is well worth it. The room was spacious and clean, but some of the decor felt a little tired. The service wasn’t the best (we asked twice times for robes and slippers to use the wellness centre despite being assured before arrival that they’d be in our room), and water was only provided for the first night. The breakfast was lovely and we enjoyed that on a terrace with the amazing view.
Amazing views, quiet in the evenings. Definitely a walk up hill to the property, but they do come to pick up your luggage at the bottom and transport it up. About a 20 min train ride very convenient for public transportation. I recommend getting the Zurich card you get free entrance to museums and unlimited public transportation.
They also will provide adaptor when ask, which definitely came in handing as I completely forgot.
Enjoyed our stay.
It was perfect holiday for us. The person who is working on hotel is so kind and generous against us. The restaurant had delicious food dinner and breakfast. It is really top of Zurich. I highly recommended the hotel for everyone.
Ayca
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Malyn
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel has the best view of Zurich. The staff is also extra friendly. I wish they would have shuttle service going up from the Uetilbig train since walking takes a long time and it’s also uphill.
Got there at 9pm so we walked the hill in the dark. It was adequately lit. Our triple room was much larger than expected. Bed was beyond comfortable! The shower was small but had great water pressure. No conditioner - that was tough.
Restaurant was pricey but the food was fabulous.
Can’t go wrong with this place!
This hotel is beautiful. It is away from the city with a short walk from the train station to the hotel. There are beautiful views of the city of Zurich and the lake and mountains. The staff of the hotel were very efficient and accommodating. The only complaint we had was on the Saturday night there was a wedding and the guests were very loud until 2:00 am. The other two nights we were there it was very quiet.
It's amaizing place to stay in with beautiful views. Best way to reach the hotel is to use local transport which is easy to understand. People are friendly and helpful to give information. Be prepared to walk up the hill max 10 min for not fit person. But the views from hotel pays all.
Staying at the top of Zurich is great. However it was troubling having to pull our luggage up a huge hill to get to the hotel. And they also had no air conditioning in the room. With it being summer, it was absolutely boiling in the room. However, nice stay, the view and the restaurant are great.
I have a bit of a mixed review, one staff provided repeatedly hostile service, and made me want to leave the morning after check in. He was the evening worker who checked us in. The hostility carried into booking our spa time, and I avoided the front desk and him after this. The hotel itself was lovely, I enjoyed the views, the food, and found my room very comfortable. The other staff made up for it, specifically Yvonne. I was pleased to have such positive interaction with everyone else upthere. there. Theprovide read re
My only real complaint is that the property is labeled "car free", Yet I was sad to see multiple delivery trucks parked right outside my window and a personal car parked at the steps to rooms there all night too. Even saw a taxi dropping off as I hiked in. Yet I booked this excited about the car free idea, so I took the train up and it's not a long hike in from there. Yet this is a luxury hotel I'd say, and ritzy guest don't like to walk with luggage. I get that. So don't call it car free or say "car free for the lower end guest". LOL
The staff was very nice and so was my room. Breakfast buffet a super nice selection. Great views from the area but it rained and so I didn't get to hike or go up the tower.
I do recommend this place, especially if wanting a romantic get-away night.
TW
I love the location. The hotel is ok. We booked 2 days. We arrived on the 31st and left on the 2nd of Jan. New Years eve the hotel has a private party and a private dinner for people who made reservations. At night around 11pm I went outside and took pictures because the view is amazing. As I go back inside, I'm not sure if thats a security guard, I didn't ask. He stopped and interrogated me for entering the hotel saying theres a private party going on and it's for guests only. So I said im a guest of the hotel but i didn't make reservation of the party . He didn't believe me and demanded proof of a guest key and an ID. So i showed my guest key and entered. He still follwed me to the main lobby and and asked the receptionist to check. People were looking at me at that time, like im gate crashing. So i showed the receptionists my rm key and the receptionists asked me to write my name which i complied. The computer verified that i checked in for 2 days. Afterwards, both of them didn't even apologize. Im a traveler. I've been to luxurious hotels and have never been interrogated or harassed like that. I didn't tell my boys because I didn't want to ruin their New year. We were there for the view, and that was the last leg of our vacation. The only thing that makes me feel better are the cats that are always in the lobby early in the morning. Those sweet cats made me feel better during our last day at the hotel.