Where Swiss Hospitality Meets Earthy Elegance: A New Chapter for Mercure Zürich City

It didn't start with a grand opening or a flashy campaign. The story of Mercure Zürich City’s transformation began with a promise—to do things differently. Not bigger, but better. Not louder, but more meaningful. Today, after months of careful renovation, the hotel stands not just as a building, but as a space that listens, adapts, and welcomes—quietly yet confidently.

Designed with Intention, Built for Belonging

BRUMANN architects took on the redesign with a clear vision: create a place that reflects Zurich’s calm energy, its understated elegance, and its connection to nature. The result is a design language that speaks in volcanic tones—earthy, grounded, warm. It’s a hotel that doesn’t shout for attention but earns it by how it feels to be inside.

Clean lines, granite and wood textures, and generous natural light define the new look. There’s a sense of openness that goes beyond architecture—it’s a feeling. One that encourages guests to exhale, to slow down, and to feel at ease.

A Living Space for Travelers, Thinkers and Neighbors

With 319 guest rooms, five conference spaces, a spa and wellness area, a vibrant dining concept, and a living lobby, the hotel has grown into a place where more happens than just overnight stays. It’s where meetings turn into moments of connection, and where locals and visitors cross paths over a strong espresso or a glass of Swiss wine.

The heart of it all? The new business and living lobby. With its central fireplace, mini-market and lounge character, it creates a casual yet refined atmosphere. It's no longer just a check-in point—it’s a social space. A place to work, chat, pause, or simply be.

Meetings with a View—and a Purpose

For business guests, the Mercure Zürich City sets a new standard in hosting. The 500 m² of meeting space is not just equipped with state-of-the-art technology—it’s designed to stimulate focus and creativity. Flooded with daylight and filled with calm energy, it’s an ideal place for bold ideas and shared ambitions.

Whether it's a board meeting, workshop, or networking event on the terrace, the space invites dialogue and connection. And behind every event is a team that knows: real hospitality means anticipating needs before they’re spoken.

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Rooms That Feel Like a Warm Embrace

Each of the 319 rooms was re imagined to offer more than just functionality. The color palette, inspired by volcanic stone and warm woods, is soothing without being bland. Large windows let in light and life. The beds—big, cozy, and inviting—promise rest that feels like retreat.

This is where Swiss practicality meets poetic detail. It’s a space where you wake up feeling both at home and gently surprised by the care behind the design.

Tastefully Zurich: From Morning Coffee to Alpine Fondue

Dining at Mercure Zürich City is an experience shaped by time of day and mood. The DELI Bar, with its newly chic design, is perfect for an after-work drink or a quiet moment alone. The DELI Restaurant, on the other hand, adapts throughout the day—from energizing breakfasts to relaxed, creative dinners.

A highlight is the DELI Chalet, a fondue-inspired space that turns every gathering into a shared experience. Local ingredients, global flavors, and culinary curiosity come together here—in a way that feels playful, grounded, and unmistakably Swiss.

Sustainability That Lives in the Details

Being green isn’t an add-on here. It's embedded in the hotel’s operations and philosophy. Holding both the Swisstainable III label and the Green Sign certification, the hotel doesn’t just follow trends—it sets standards.

From reduced CO₂ emissions to the use of renewable energy, from waste reduction to responsible sourcing, every department contributes. And it’s not about perfection—it’s about progress, transparency, and shared responsibility.

Sustainability also means taking care of people: the team, the guests, the neighborhood. That’s why the Mercure Zürich City encourages conscious choices—from towel reuse programs to offering local, plant-based menu options. Because at the end of the day, sustainability is not just a system—it’s a culture.

A Neighborhood Anchor with Global Reach

Located in Zurich’s district of Altstetten, the hotel is just steps away from public transport, connecting guests directly to the central station and the airport. It’s also a neighbor to the Swiss Life Arena, one of the largest ice hockey venues in Switzerland.

But more than its location, it’s the hotel’s personality that anchors it in the community. It offers more than a bed—it offers belonging.

In Every Detail, a Thoughtful Gesture

Mercure Zürich City is not a place of extremes. It’s a space of balance. Of quiet confidence. Of little things done right.

And maybe that’s the real story here: a hotel that reflects not just where we travel to—but how we want to feel while we’re there.