Park Hyatt Zurich

The Park Hyatt Zurich benefits from an absolutely central location, just off the Bahnhofstrasse, and given the kind of hypermodern efficiency and grown-up modernism the Park Hyatt chain is known for, it’s no wonder this town’s high-flying financiers have made it a smashing success.

Like all the best chain hotels the Park Hyatts are consistent, but only as consistent as they have to be. This one is decorated in soothing muted earth tones, in a way that seems to make beige somehow oddly relevant again, setting it off with rich hardwoods and crisp white linens. Space is plentiful, bathrooms are indulgent, and they don’t skimp on the details either, from Bang & Olufsen entertainment centers to Blaise Mautin bath products.

The Club Olympus is a spa and fitness center to rival any big-city athletic club, and the business services surely beat whatever you’ve got at your office. Two upmarket restaurants cater largely to business travelers on expense accounts, and you’re not hard up for choices outside the Park Hyatt’s doors — the Bahnhofstrasse is as close to a main drag as you’ll find in Zurich, and features a solid mile of high-end shops and boutiques.

How to get there:
Park Hyatt Zurich is located 8 miles from Zurich Unique International Airport (ZRH). The easiest way to reach the hotel is by taxi. The ride from the airport takes about 20 minutes and costs between 50 and 65 francs.