Staying at the Marktgasse Hotel in Zurich, Switzerland

Marktgasse Hotel, in Switzerland. Photo / Supplied

Eli Orzessek checks in to the Marktgasse Hotel in Zurich, Switzerland.

Getting there: I arrived by train at the Zurich Hauptbahnhof. From there, it was a short tram ride and a short walk through the old town to get to the hotel.

Check-in experience: Friendly and easy. The lobby has a small kitchen where you can make yourself a cup of tea or coffee, and there is complimentary fruit. The decor is stylish and modernist, whereas the building itself dates back to the 15th century.

Room: I stayed in a "Generous" room — again, very stylish and modernist in its design. I found it pleasant to spend time there after a day on my feet.

What's so good about this place? The aesthetics are clean and perfect, it's right in the middle of the old town and the staff are really lovely.

And the bad? Having to pull your bag along bumpy cobblestones to get there (cars can't drive in the old town), but that's not really a complaint — it's rather quaint.

What's in the neighbourhood? Interesting little shops and restaurants and it's a short walk to the Limmat River and Lake Zurich. The Kunsthaus, Schauspielhaus, Opera House and Tonhalle are also in walking distance. It's easy to get around on foot and everything else is accessible by tram.

Toiletries: Aesop shampoo, conditioner, body wash and mouthwash.

Food and drink: Breakfast is included at the Delish cafe, with plenty of tasty Swiss delicacies — if you like cheese for breakfast, you won't be disappointed. Dinner is served at Baltho Restaurant and Bar. I enjoyed a great old fashioned and some tasty polenta chips.

The bed: A queen made of two adjoining beds. It was comfortable and I slept well.

View? The other old buildings in the area.

Bathroom: A compact but stylish bathroom with a rainfall shower.

Free Wi-Fi? Yes and I had no problems with it.

Online: marktgassehotel.ch/en

Noise: Despite being right in town, I didn't notice much noise.

Perfect for: Solo travellers, couples, those who appreciate good design.