The Dolder Hotel AG
In the hotel world what is the difference between Old Luxury and New Luxury? You may think that it means a hotel has been renovated. You’re only partially right. New Luxury is more then just a major facelift of the premises and in this case we're talking the big one. The one that usually is done only once.
The famed Dolder Grand was closed for 3 years and redone at a cost of more the 440 million euros. The facade of the historic Main Building was restored and two spectacular sweeping wings designed by British architect Norman Foster were added. The results are 175 luxurious rooms and suites, a spa covering some 4,000 square metres, first-class cuisine and generously proportioned banqueting and seminar facilities. Every conceivable part of this grand hotel has been gutted and totally brought to international luxury standards that well......"Set Standards" There is very little that has not been thought of at the Dolder Grand from the superb technology to the exquisite decor of public spaces and rooms. Certainly there is too much to remark about in this small review. Suffice to say it’s all pretty glamorous by anyone’s standards.
But New Luxury is also about the attitude of and interaction between staff and guest. Here is where the Dolder Grand sets standards that are not easy to duplicate and what make this five star luxury hotel truly exquisite. One cannot even imagine the level of training that went into this. How can so many people all look and play the part to perfection. The Swiss are famous for their hotel schools and judging by what was experienced here we’re talking Wharton or Harvard. How is it that they know how to be so friendly but not intrusive in any way? How is that any request is met with such a sincere interest and timely response? Why am I not related to any of these people?
Any room you stay in will be a special experience. Dolder Grand's preference is the Jr. Suites in the spa wing. The panoramic views over the lake and mountains beyond are breathtaking. Go for Suite 3307 or 2307. Make no mistake! Arriving at the new Dolder Grand is the Experience. Old Luxury and New Luxury combined or as it is said "the best got better”.
A Hotel shuttle bus service runs regularly during the day, taking guests to the city centre free of charge. We will be delighted to take your booking for a personal limousine service. The Dolder Grand can be reached easily using public transport. Take one of the trams numbered 3, 8 to Römerhof and then take the rack-and-pinion railway to Dolderbahn Bergstation. The final station is right next to the Hotel.
Extra-bed policy: In double rooms or rooms of a higher category, we will gladly provide a bed free of charge for a child under the age of 4.
Children aged 4 to 17: CHF 150.00 per night in the parents’ bed or in an extra bed (maximum of one extra bed per room). If you are travelling with more than one child, we recommend booking two rooms with a connecting door or a Family Room.
Extra beds for adults are available in junior suites and suites for an additional charge of CHF 150.00 per night (maximum of one extra bed per room).
Each of the Dolder Grand's four Top Suite is an expression of indivisual extravagance. The harmonious interior designs, one different from another, create an exclusive ambience in all four exquisite suites. Of the many illustrious guests who have graced the Dolder Grand with their presence, four have served as inspiration for the interior design, interpreted by London-based United Designers. The prices of the Top Suites range from CHF 5'500.00 to CHF 14,600.00 per night.
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