The Leading Hotels of the World • Lake Zurich • Est. 1844

Baur au Lac

Talstrasse 1 • Zurich, Switzerland

★★★★★ 5-Star Historic Luxury Palace Hotel
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Complimentary VIP Privileges

Reserved exclusively for guests booking Baur au Lac through Vincent Vacations.

  • Full buffet breakfast daily for up to two guests per room
  • $100 USD equivalent food & beverage credit per stay
  • Welcome fresh fruits & homemade 1844 Baur au Lac chocolate
  • Room category upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability)
  • Early check-in & late check-out priority (subject to availability)
  • Dedicated Vincent Vacations luxury concierge service
Six Generations of Family Hospitality

A Legendary Private Park Palace on Lake Zurich

Set within its own private landscaped park on the shore of Lake Zurich, yet only a stone’s throw from Paradeplatz, Zurich’s bustling financial center, and the world-renowned Bahnhofstrasse, Baur au Lac has stood as the pinnacle of Swiss hospitality since 1844. Owned and operated by the same founding family for six generations, this legendary palace hotel is a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World and Swiss Deluxe Hotels.

Discerning travelers from around the globe have long considered Baur au Lac the top address in Switzerland’s largest metropolis. The 119 rooms and suites, masterfully designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, combine bespoke antique furnishings with state-of-the-art modern comforts. Gastronomy is celebrated city-wide, from contemporary Mediterranean cuisine at Marguita and chic dining at Baur's Brasserie to traditional afternoon tea in Le Hall—the historic salon where Bertha von Suttner convinced Alfred Nobel to establish the Nobel Peace Prize.

  • 119 Pierre-Yves Rochon Rooms & Suites
  • Private Landscaped Park on Lake Zurich
  • Steps to Bahnhofstrasse & Paradeplatz
  • Marguita Mediterranean Garden Terrace
  • Historic Le Hall Salon & Cigar Lounge
  • The Leading Hotels of the World
Baur au Lac Private Park Overlooking Lake Zurich and the Alps
Visual Experience

The Palace, Park & Salons

Discover the serene private park, historic Le Hall salon, refined dining rooms, and Pierre-Yves Rochon suites of Baur au Lac.

Accommodations

Pierre-Yves Rochon Rooms & Suites

Bespoke residential luxury showcasing Art Deco to Louis XVI styles, custom reading lamps, marble soaking tubs, and tranquil lake or canal vistas.

Baur au Lac Deluxe Double Room 380 Sq Ft

Deluxe Double Room

1 King or 2 Twins • 2 Guests • Courtyard or City

Spanning 380 sq ft with generous living and sleeping areas, high ceilings, tailor-made workstation, marble bathroom with deep tub, and quiet views of Zurich or the inner courtyard.

Amenities: Marble Bathroom, Soaking Tub, Free Refilled Minibar, High-Speed Wi-Fi, Workstation
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Baur au Lac Junior Suite Courtyard 540 Sq Ft

Junior Suite Courtyard

1 King or 2 Twins • 3 Guests • Canal or Courtyard

Indulge in a 540 sq ft junior suite featuring an ample sitting area with a three-seater sofa, marble bathroom with separate toilet and shower, and serene views of the Schanzengraben canal.

Amenities: 540 Sq Ft, Three-Seater Sofa, Canal Views, Marble Bath, Separate Shower, Free Minibar
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Baur au Lac Lakeside Junior Suite 650 Sq Ft

Lakeside Junior Suite

1 King Bed + Salon • 3 Guests • Lake Zurich & Park

Facing Lake Zurich and the private park, featuring an open floor plan, affective marble fireplace, walk-in dressing wardrobe, Bose sound system, and daylight marble bathroom.

Amenities: Marble Fireplace, Lake & Park Views, Walk-In Wardrobe, Bose Sound, Daylight Marble Bath
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Baur au Lac City Suite 650 Sq Ft

City Suite

1 King or 2 Twins • 3 Guests • Separate Living Room

Spacious 650 sq ft suite with separate living salon and master bedroom divided by sliding French doors. Features dual private entrance doors, city vistas, and marble bath with separate shower.

Amenities: Separate Living & Bedroom, Sliding Doors, Dual Entrances, Marble Bath, Workstation
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Baur au Lac River Suite 700 Sq Ft

River Suite

1 King Bed + Salon • 3 Guests • Schanzengraben Canal

Overlooking the romantic canal where swans glide past. Features a separate living room and bedroom, Bose sound system, flat-screen TV in bathroom, and custom Pierre-Yves Rochon furnishings.

Amenities: 700 Sq Ft, Canal Panoramas, Separate Living Room, Bose Sound, In-Bathroom TV, Soaking Tub
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Baur au Lac Lakeside Suite 755 Sq Ft

Lakeside Suite

1 King Bed + Salon • 3 Guests • Lake Zurich Panoramas

The zenith of lakeside grandeur spanning 755 sq ft. Features an entrance foyer leading into an expansive living salon with oversized windows framing Lake Zurich and the private park, plus marble bath.

Amenities: 755 Sq Ft, Grand Foyer, Lake Zurich Panoramas, Pierre-Yves Rochon Design, Marble Bath
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Gastronomy & Mixology

Zurich's Most Celebrated Tables

From Mediterranean garden dining at Marguita and contemporary grill room fare at Baur's Brasserie to historic afternoon tea in Le Hall.

Marguita Garden Restaurant

Marguita

Contemporary Mediterranean • Summer Garden Terrace

The beating heart of Baur au Lac, offering a fresh, contemporary reimagining of Mediterranean gastronomy. Savor fresh seafood, handcrafted pastas, and rare vintages in a sun-drenched dining room or on the leafy summer garden terrace.

Hours: Lunch & Dinner Daily
Ambience: Light-Flooded Garden Salon • Mediterranean Terroir
Baur's Brasserie & Bar

Baur's Brasserie & Bar

Upscale Brasserie Classics • Sommelier Wine List

Taking the classic brasserie concept to new heights, blending contemporary chic with international grace. Savor grill-room inspired dishes and sommelier-curated wines, followed by handcrafted cocktails at Baur's Bar.

Hours: Lunch & Dinner Daily
Ambience: Artful Brasserie Elegance • Chic Bar Lounge
Le Hall Historic Salon

Le Hall

Historic Salon • Afternoon High Tea • 1844 Chocolates

Zurich’s storied living room where Bertha von Suttner convinced Alfred Nobel to establish the Nobel Peace Prize in 1892. Enjoy delicate pastries, homemade 1844 Chocolat Baur au Lac, and traditional winter afternoon tea.

Hours: Daily 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Afternoon Tea: Winter)
Ambience: Historic Grandeur • High Tea & Cocktails
Frequently Asked Questions

Planning Your Stay

Key details about location, historic legacy, dining venues, and Vincent Vacations VIP amenities at Baur au Lac.

Where is Baur au Lac located in Zurich?
Baur au Lac is situated at Talstrasse 1 in Zurich, Switzerland. It enjoys an enviable setting within its own private landscaped park on the shore of Lake Zurich and the Schanzengraben canal, yet is only a two-minute walk from Paradeplatz (Zurich’s financial epicenter) and the luxury boutiques of the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse. Zurich Airport (ZRH) is just 20 minutes away by private transfer.
What is the history and ownership heritage of Baur au Lac?
Founded in 1844 by Johannes Baur, Baur au Lac has been owned and operated by the same family for six generations, making it one of the world's few remaining independently owned grand palaces. The hotel played host to historic cultural milestones, including the world premiere of Richard Wagner’s Die Walküre and the 1892 meeting in Le Hall where Bertha von Suttner inspired Alfred Nobel to establish the Nobel Peace Prize.
What dining venues and bars are available on-site?
Guests can dine at Marguita, offering contemporary Mediterranean dishes on a leafy parkside summer terrace; Baur's Brasserie & Bar, presenting upscale brasserie fare and sommelier-curated vintages; and Le Hall, the historic salon famous for winter traditional afternoon tea and homemade 1844 Chocolat Baur au Lac. The hotel also features an exclusive Cigar Lounge.
What views and amenities do the rooms and suites provide?
Rooms and suites, masterfully designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon in styles from Art Deco to Louis XVI, frame views of Lake Zurich, the Swiss Alps, the private botanical park, or the picturesque Schanzengraben canal. All accommodations include marble bathrooms with soaking tubs, complimentary daily-refilled minibars, high-speed Wi-Fi, and Bose sound systems.
What exclusive VIP benefits are provided when booking through Vincent Vacations?
When booking Baur au Lac with Vincent Vacations, guests receive daily full buffet breakfast for up to two guests, a $100 USD equivalent food and beverage credit per room per stay, a welcome fresh fruit amenity and homemade Baur au Lac chocolates, room category upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability), and early check-in / late check-out privileges.

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