BAUR AU LAC
ZURICH, SWITZERLAND
Founded by the Baur-Kracht family, Baur au Lac is open since 1884
and has been under the direction of six generations. The five-star
luxury hotel is located in the heart of Zurich.
Over the last two decades, the hotel has undergone a series of
neo-classical styled renovations in regards to new facilities, as well
as incorporating the latest advancements in technology to guaran-
tee a personal and passionate service to its guests, for which the
hotel is so celebrated. “Baur au Lac is well placed to maintain its
privileged place and to face the times to come at the forefront of
international hospitality.”
Measuring 17,000 square metres, the Hotel is extended to the banks
of Lake Zurich and is positioned in an extremely commercial area,
having the luxury shopping streets, Bahnhofstrasse, just a stone’s
throw away. Guests can also benefit from attractions like the Op-
era house, art galleries, the Tonhalle concert hall, and many others.
Switzerland is renowned for its jewellery and watches produce, so
there are many stores within the area for one to explore.
In 2009, the hotel renewed many of the spaces, including the Sa-
lons, Terrace and the Pavillon gourmet restaurants, which were
under the careful supervision of iconic French interior designer,
Pierre-Yves Rochon. The designer conceived timeless and contem-
porary aesthetics, while maintaining the traditions of the hotel
very much alive. Frédéric d’Haufayt was responsible for the new
designs of the Petit Palais ballroom and sleeping accommodations
with exclusive pieces, providing a warm and intimate ambience.
The Hotel consists of 119 rooms and suites equipped with superb
Art Deco artefacts, French period furniture designs, as well as mod-
ern design elements made from high-quality materials.