About this property
Built in 1543, this hotel in the center of Zug accommodated famous guests like Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, yet it offers modern amenities like free internet and air-conditioning. The City-Hotel Ochsen is located in the middle of the beautiful historic center, 656 feet from the Zug Postplatz Train Station and from Lake Zug. All rooms are air-conditioned and have an private bathroom, a cable TV and a water kettle. Fine Swiss and international cuisine is served in the Hotel Ochsen's restaurant and in the bar you can enjoy aromatic coffee or a cool glass of beer.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Rebecca
United States
“Perfect location, adorable property, nice restaurant with delicious breakfast and lovely staff. My room had a view over the beautiful roofs of the old town.” - Maria
Bolivia
“cozy room,mix between old and modern. breakfast was excellent, varied an with great bread, pastries, cheese, among everything else. We loved to meet the owner who showed up to see if everything was right… it definitely was,” - Degsdm
United States
“The location was perfect, not too far from train station, easy to walk to the lake and restaurants, in the heart of old city. The breakfast, which was included, had tasty choices, including delicious fruit, and I appreciated that the staff...” - Shelley
United States
“The staff are so friendly and helpful. This was our first time in this part of Switzerland and they were a great help with us getting around.” - Heather
Canada
“Lovely immaculate hotel, beautiful room, comfortable beds, well located. Delicious breakfast - many thanks to Fabriola for kindly taking care of us every morning!” - John
United States
“Staff was able to help us with any request we made. They were friendly and knowledgeable.” - Kate
United States
“City-Hotel Ochsen was a beautiful hotel located near Lake Zug in the old city of Zug and very near all kinds of shopping restaurants near by. Our room was spacious, simply but beautiful furniture and art with lots of light. It was clean and...” - Nicola
United Kingdom
“Location is fab, breakfast also. I like the lounge area on the ground floor.” - Hongfei
China
“very good breakfast, staff is very friendly, nice service.” - Jochen123
Germany
“Rooms and Breakfast are great, a little rustic but with a modern touch. Location perfect to go for a walk after work”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Le Bar du Boeuf
- CuisineInternational
- Open forLunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
- au premier
- CuisineLocal • International
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.







The fine print
Please inform City-Hotel Ochsen of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.