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Fred Hotel Central

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Leonhardstrasse 1, Zürich, ZH, 8001
  • Place, ETH Zurich
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Swiss National Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bahnhofstrasse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Single Room Plus

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Double Room Plus

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite Plus

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Zürich

Fred Hotel Central puts you in the heart of Zürich, connected to the convention centre and within a 20-minute stroll of ETH Zurich and Swiss National Museum. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-in. Other amenities include express check-out, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Old Town Zürich hotel include Bahnhofstrasse and Kunsthaus Zurich.

What's nearby

  • ETH Zurich - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Swiss National Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lindenhof - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bahnhofstrasse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kunsthaus Zurich - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Haldenegg Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Zürich Central Station - 6 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spitz - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Alehouse - Palmhof - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sapa Canteen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ayverdi’s - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Fred Hotel Central

As a guest of Fred Hotel Central, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and express check-in. Public spaces have free WiFi. Fred Hotel Central also features express check-out, a front desk safe, and a water dispenser. A complete renovation of Fred Hotel Central was completed in October 2026.

This 3-star Zürich hotel is smoke free.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1930
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
Fred Hotel Central offers 83 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Zürich hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 25 for adults and CHF 10 for children

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1930
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Renovated entire property - October 2026
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 25 for adults and from CHF 10 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Leoneck
Leoneck
Leoneck Swiss Hotel Zürich
Leoneck Hotel Zurich
Leoneck Zurich
Leoneck Swiss Zürich
Leoneck Swiss
Leoneck Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fred Hotel Central?

Fred Hotel Central offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Fred Hotel Central?

The closest beach to Fred Hotel Central is Mythenquai Beach (2.9 km).

Does Fred Hotel Central serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is served weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fred Hotel Central?

No, Fred Hotel Central does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fred Hotel Central?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Fred Hotel Central?

No, pets are not allowed.

Fred Hotel Central Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mayzelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, 5 min walk to old town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TROY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel

The hotel was very nice very clean air-conditioned and for the price unbeatable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very well located hotel for the main restaurants by the river and for the excellent local trams - great place to spend a few days
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

arieski

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, nice and clean, quiet, walkable, close to the main terminal train station and súper beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Han

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and good size. Area around is also safe and close to public transportations. Lots of places to eat around and walkable distance to train station and also popular attractions. Staff is very responsive via chat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and situated in close proximity to the train station, providing convenient access for guests. The hotel offered a mobile application that we used, which proved to be highly practical as it simplified check-in and allowed us to control both the main entrance and room doors.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yuk Wa

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Super clean and comfy rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and quiet location. Great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a solo traveler for a short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jin Mee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, very clean with nice amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Fred Hotel was good , everything went smoothly and I had no issues. I didn’t have much direct contact with the staff, but everything was well organized and comfortable, so there was no need. Overall, a pleasant and hassle-free experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Automated Hotel

Everything at this hotel is automated so you will see no staff which is a bit weird but works sort of.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great, main attractions in Zurich are walking distance from the hotel and the self check in is the best!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy access by app & the room was clean and with a fresh smell. Pretty much all you can ask for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Smooth check-in process with clean and modern room. Had an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to everything with a short walk or the tram! Comfy room and good size and easy check in!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy, accessible and close to the Zürich train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place close to everything in Zurich. It was very convenient to wonderful places to eat as well as the scenery around the hotel being magnificent!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very easy to check in Contactless check in and check out which was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Arnelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Self check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

The hotel was located right by a tram stop which was very convenient for getting around.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023