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Swiss Star California

3.0 star property
Apartments with kitchenettes, near Bahnhofstrasse

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Exterior
Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Boating
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Swiss Star California provides amenities, such as a terrace and shopping on-site. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €119
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio (für 3 Personen)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Asylstrasse 125, Zürich, 8032

What's nearby

  • Zürich Opera House - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kunsthaus Zurich - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bahnhofstrasse - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • ETH Zurich - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Zoo Zurich - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Holderlinstrasse Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Zürich Limmatquai Station - 4 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hegifret Kaffeefenster - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ButchersTable - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bohemia - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Le Pain Quotidien - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Inspiracion - Vinos de los Andes - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Swiss Star California

Apartments with kitchenettes, near Bahnhofstrasse
Along with express check-in, this smoke-free apartment building has express check-out and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance. Each apartment features free WiFi, free wired Internet and a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Other amenities that guests will find include a coffee/tea maker and an electric kettle.
Swiss Star California offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Accommodation at this 3-star apartment has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Zürich apartment provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: CHF 20 per night

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: CHF 15 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a metro station

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Shopping

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system

General

  • 26 units
  • 4 floors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
If guests have not received the check-in instructions they are required to contact this property prior to arrival to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 20.0 per night.

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

  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 20.0 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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
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
This property is professionally cleaned
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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

California House Hotel
California House Zurich
Hotel California House
Hotel California House Zurich
Hotel California House Zürich
California House Zürich
Hotel California House
Swiss Star California Zürich
Swiss Star California Apartment
Swiss Star California Apartment Zürich

Frequently asked questions

Is Swiss Star California pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Swiss Star California?

As of 13 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swiss Star California on 14 Oct 2025 start from €111.92, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Swiss Star California?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Swiss Star California?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Swiss Star California?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Swiss Star California located?

Located in Zürich Center, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Tram-Museum Zurich and Botanical Garden. Kunsthaus Zurich and Zürich Opera House are also within 1 mile (2 km). Holderlinstrasse Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Klusplatz Tram Stop is 2 minutes.

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Swiss Star California Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 307 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Katerina

Disliked: Cleanliness
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ioannis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I chose this place for a specific reason, which was the distance from my friends staying in an apartment close by. So my only requirements were a good night sleep and cleanliness without breaking the bank since I was only for 30hrs in Zurich. The property matched all of them.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shahazaib

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
It’s the wort place for holidays no fan no iron no cleaning and no communication. At the time of booking we mentioned that we need twin beds but when we reached they give us. Double bed and when i said that I mentioned i need twin after 1 day they replied that they don’t have
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was horrible: dirty and in poor condition. Cabinet door was broken, shower rod had duck tape on it, bathroom fixtures were attached to the wall with half the amount of screws so were barely hanging on and unusable, my bathroom sink wouldn’t drain, the heat was on in 95° weather and there was no fan, there were stains on the walls, the door to the building was unsecured, and the entryway and stairwells were filthy. It was not at all as it appeared in the Expedia pictures when we booked it and management never replied to my email. Avoid.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The dishes and cooking items were not cleaned. Also no sponge so I could clean them.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness

review

the building , its old and dated but it is cheap and to be fair and the room was tidy / good location for what we required , parking was an issue tho
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Value for price

Only booked this because it was close to an event I was attending and was happy at the price. I was surprised by all the in-room amenities because I want looking for that. A person staying longer would have benefited from the kitchen, dining table and ironing board. I was impressed by the large bathroom including a whirl pool bath tub.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Naghman

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
bed sheets cover was barely insufficient for two co sharers .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Hans-Werner

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
In the bathroom the water doesn‘t drain away. The TV and the kettle don’t work. If you try to speak to the management, you‘ll kept on hold and nobody answers the phone. The area around the entrancy smells stinky. In the room there are many stains on the furniture. These appartements are horrible and not worth any penny.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ruby

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fine for a short cheap stay. But otherwise - Black mould. No soap or dish soap to wash anything. The kettle and some appliances can’t be plugged in because they don’t supply adaptors. And a lottt of spiders.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The studio was good but the bin in the kitchen was full of garbage (milk cartons, egg cartons, etc) and the wall at the side of the table was falling apart, the paint even got in my husband's jacket.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Brett

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Poorly maintained Fan so broken and out of balance that it couldn’t be used Shower head hose broken and sprayed all over the bathroom Was advised routine maintenance was to occur during my stay, so I told them about these issues, but nothing happened Was advertised as daily maid service. Didn't happen The common area is filthy. If you a light sleeper, I suggest staying somewhere else. The trolly tram runs directly outside
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mariia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The neighbourhood is really nice, easy to get on transport. What was a bit confusing when I got keycode when registered I thought it was the room code. I got an email the day before about mainfloor access code and didn’t know it was room code as well. So was a bit stressed when tried KeyCode and it didn’t work. Just randomly punched in main floor door code and it opened the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
To summarise my reasoning and experience - this is why I believe that a full refund is necessary :- * Room was not available on arrival (email indicated that it was) * Room had not been cleaned (and probably wouldn’t have in time unless we had arrived at 12:30pm and made contact re the missing key). * Cleaner took well over an hour to get this tiny single room clean. * Room looks (and is) absolutely nothing like the photos represented on Wotif - room is not an apartment, it is a single small room with a small bathroom attached. * Issues with room:- - it is filthy and potentially dangerous - there are obvious signs of toxic mold throughout the room and especially in the bathroom and around the kitchenette - The shower door is broken and hanging off - being glass this is serious - The toilet seat is hanging off, moves from side to side - There is a “decorative” piece of wood that is hanging off the wall and has nails exposed - There are external lights that cannot be turned off that light up the entire room all night - it is extremely dated And there were several attempts by people (or one person) to gain access into the room whilst we were in it (before I even made the complaint)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vyreak

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge E

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Victor

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

KONSTANTIN

La literie et les seriètes de bains bien propre,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bien placé près des transports, chambre parfaite, pas cher, tout était bien, nous reviendrons
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

TAEK SUK

Disliked: Communication

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숙소 위치는 트램역에서 가까웠지만 엘리베이터가 없어 캐리어 옮기는데 불편합니다. 그다지 청결하지도 않고 그냥 하루 이틀 정도 숙박을 원하는 여행객들에게 적당합니다
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Très bien placé et facile d'accès
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

nicht gut! 3 von 10 aber nur wegen er Lage

leider sollten mal ein Paar Reparateuren im Zimmer Nr. 008 erfolgen. Der Rollladen ist kaputt, der Duschvorhang auch. Alles in allem ist es sehr schade, dass in einem so schönen Haus in dieser schönen Lage so eine Unterkunft angeboten wird. Das Bügeleisen war nicht zu gebrauchen - Leute ich musste ein Hemd bügeln - allen dafür sollte ich Null Punke geben...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025