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The Dolder Grand
Zurich, Switzerland · Independent · Grand Luxury
The Dolder Grand opened in 1899 as a Belle Époque sanatorium and wildlife park on Zürich's forested Adlisberg hill, reached by its own cogwheel funicular, the Dolderbahn. The hotel closed in 2004 for a complete reinvention led by Norman Foster, who wrapped two contemporary wings around the original turreted structure before it reopened in 2008. Owned by Swiss banker Urs Schwarzenbach, the property now includes a 4,000-square-metre spa, a nine-hole golf course, and forest walking trails, alongside Heiko Nieder's two-Michelin-starred restaurant.
- 175 rooms
- Opened 1899
- Neighborhood: City
- Architect: Foster + Partners
About The Dolder Grand
- The hotel keeps a private art collection that includes work by Hito Steyerl.
- Gault&Millau named it Switzerland's Hotel of the Year in 2024.
History
A Belle Époque hotel on the Adlisberg hill above Zurich, opened 1899 as the Grand Hotel Dolder. Closed 2004 for a complete reinvention by Norman Foster; reopened 2008 with two contemporary wings flanking the original castle-like structure. Owned by Swiss banker Urs Schwarzenbach.
The setting
The Dolder Grand rises at Kurhausstrasse 65 on the forested Adlisberg hill, 200 metres above Zurich and roughly two kilometres from the city centre, commanding panoramic views of Lake Zurich and the Alps. Originally opened in 1899 as a sanatorium and wildlife park — reached by its own cogwheel funicular, the Dolderbahn — the hotel was transformed in 2008 when a striking contemporary extension by Norman Foster enveloped the original turreted château. The Kunsthaus Zürich and Zurich Opera House are reachable by transit in about 21 minutes; Zoo Zürich lies 20 minutes away. A 4,000-square-metre spa, nine-hole golf course, and forest walking trails provide alpine seclusion, while an hourly hotel shuttle links guests swiftly to central Zurich.
Restaurants and bars
- The Restaurant — Restaurant · Chef Heiko Nieder · Two MICHELIN Stars
- Saltz — Restaurant · Modern Swiss-international
- Canvas Bar — Bar
Experiences
- Cocktail above the City — Exclusive cocktail reception above the rooftops of Zurich with cold and warm delicacies, wine and mineral water.
- Dolder Spa-Welt — The spa landscape, which guests mention as part of their wedding stays at the hotel.
- Bachelorette party arrangements — The event team arranges day or evening activities for bachelorette parties in Zurich or at the hotel.
Amenities
- 4,000m² spa
- Golf course
- Tennis
- Hito Steyerl art collection
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Fine dining
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star (2026)
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
- Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards (2025)
- Gault&Millau Hotel of the Year (Switzerland) (2024)
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