Hotel Roter Ochsen is a historic 400-year-old property located in the heart of Solothurn's Old Town. This charming hotel combines modern comforts with traditional Swiss architecture. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi and contemporary rooms that reflect the building's rich heritage.
Location
Hotel Roter Ochsen is situated approximately 0.5 miles from the center of Solothurn, providing easy access to nearby attractions such as Solothurn Cathedral and the Municipal Fine Arts Museum. Public parking is available for CHF 10 per day, while Bern-Belp Airport is located 34 miles away.
Rooms
The hotel features rooms that underwent renovations in 2016, offering a blend of rustic elements and modern amenities. Each guestroom comes equipped with premium bedding and pillow menus for added comfort. Private bathrooms include either a bath or shower, complete with free toiletries and hair dryers. Select rooms provide views of the courtyard or the picturesque Old Town streets.
Eat & Drink
Breakfast at Hotel Roter Ochsen emphasizes organic and regional produce, providing guests with a farm-to-table experience. The communal dining area allows for a relaxing start to the day. Guests may also find a terrace and garden where they can unwind and enjoy snacks or beverages.
Leisure & Business
Leisure activities at the hotel include billiards and access to a library. Business travelers will find laptop-friendly workspaces in all guest rooms. Additionally, the hotel offers laundry services and features safety amenities like fire extinguishers and smoke detectors for security.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
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Hauptgasse 83
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Krummturmstrasse
Krummturm
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Hauptgasse
Fountain of Justice
900 ft
Hauptgasse 60
Steinmuseum Solothurn
1200 ft
Klosterpl. 7
Kabinett fur sentimentale Trivialliteratur
1300 ft
Gurzelngasse
Bieltor
1300 ft
Museums
Thadaei Kosciuszko Museum
1200 ft
Amthausplatz 1
Horloge a 11 heures
1300 ft
Schanzenstrasse 2/6
Solothurn 11-hour Clock
1200 ft
Marktplatz
St.Ursen-Brunnen
1600 ft
Riedholzturm
2000 ft
Restaurants
Gelateria
600 ft
Stalden 7
Kaiser Wannee Thai Food Take Away
1500 ft
Westbahnhofstrasse 2a
Apple's Cafe Bar & Thai Cuisine
1600 ft
Barfuessergasse 6
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
80%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Friendly staff
Limited breakfast options
Small room size
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
8.0
Location
10.0
Service
9.0
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 10 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 932 reviews
George
United States of America,
August
2024
8.4/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located in downtown with plenty of restaurants nearby. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. Although the dining options could be improved, the overall experience was great for the price. The location was a major highlight, making it easy to explore the area on foot.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a nice retreat after a day out.
Service
9.0
The staff was super friendly and very flexible, making arrangements for me to easily get my room key.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a fantastic location, just across the bridge from the Altstadt and within walking distance of everything.
Dining
7.0
While the dining experience had good Swiss products, I found the breakfast options a bit limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were decent, but nothing too luxurious to note.
Greg
United States of America,
August
2024
8.6/10
The hotel is beautifully located in the center of Solothurn, surrounded by great restaurants and close to all the attractions. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. However, the lack of a restaurant on-site and limited dining options nearby was a bit disappointing. Overall, it's a cozy place with good value for the price.
Rooms
8.0
The room was clean and comfortable, providing a nice retreat after a day of exploring.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and flexible, helping me with arrangements seamlessly.
Location
10.0
The hotel is situated in the very center, within walking distance of everything, which made getting around a breeze.
Dining
Facilities
7.0
Although the facilities are limited due to the lack of an on-site restaurant, the amenities provided were adequate for a pleasant stay.
Mike
United States of America,
August
2024
7.6/10
I had a decent stay at this hotel, with a great location that made it easy to explore the nearby attractions. The rooms were clean, but I found them a bit smaller than expected. The staff was friendly and helpful, which made my experience better. However, I was a bit disappointed with the dining options, as the breakfast could have been more varied. Overall, it’s a good value for money, but there are some areas that could use improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean but a bit smaller than I expected.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and very helpful.
Location
10.0
The hotel was in a great location, close to attractions and restaurants.
Dining
5.0
I was a bit disappointed with the breakfast options; it could definitely be improved.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities seemed decent, but I didn’t use them much.
Great location
Limited breakfast options
Kevin
United States of America,
July
2024
8.0/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, situated in a great location just across the bridge from the Altstadt and close to many restaurants. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff friendly and accommodating. However, I did find the breakfast options to be somewhat limited. Overall, the hotel offers good value for money considering its prime location and the comfort provided.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a cozy atmosphere for my stay.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and made arrangements for me to easily get the key to my room.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, just off the center of a charming town with plenty of dining options nearby.
Dining
6.0
I found the dining experience alright, but the breakfast options could use some variety.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent and clean, adding to the overall comfort of my stay.
John
United States of America,
May
2024
8.2/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which boasts a fantastic location just across the bridge from the old town. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the staff was really friendly. While the breakfast had good Swiss products, I wished there were more options. Overall, it's a great value for money, but it could use some improvement in dining variety.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a good atmosphere for relaxation.
Service
9.0
The staff was very flexible and made arrangements for me to get the key to my room, which was quite helpful.
Location
10.0
This hotel is in the very center of Solothurn, easily accessible and just a short walk from everything.
Dining
7.0
I enjoyed the quality of the breakfast with good Swiss products, but I would have liked to see more variety in the options available.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities were decent, though I didn't get to fully explore everything they offered.