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lagunanina
Laguna Niguel, California

Rooms in bad need of repair!

2.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 2 Oct 2023via mobile
Rooms badly need fixing! Marks on the walls, rusted lamp and rusted bathroom drains that didn’t work, hair dryer that went on and off, discolored tile caulking, no soap or shampoo in shower, only at the sink, and more. Certainly not worth $250 a night plus city tax! We were there for one night, and when we checked out, and listed our complaints, we were told just “My Apologies.” And then asked why we didn’t let them know at check in so we could change rooms! We’re we supposed to inspect the entire room on check in?!? No offer of lowering the rate, just a rude attitude. Never will stay at a Novotel again!
Date of stay: September 2023
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Hotel- cmanager, Owner at Novotel Zurich Airport Messe, responded to this review
Responded 6 Oct 2023
Dear Lagunanina,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We are glad to hear that you found our location convenient for your stay. However, we are truly sorry to learn about the issues you encountered in your room. We strive to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and comfort for our guests, and it seems we fell short in this instance. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will address these concerns with our housekeeping team to ensure improvements are made.

Regarding the lack of soap and shampoo in the shower, we apologize for the inconvenience and will make sure to check and replenish these items more diligently in the future. We understand that our guests expect a certain level of quality for the rate they pay, and we are committed to providing a better experience moving forward.

We hope we can provide you with an improved stay in the future.
Kind regards,

Monica Moya Amengual, Front office Manager
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Reviewed 2 September 2023 via mobile

Excellent last minute stay due to flight issues getting home. Staff were friendly, helpful and understanding, really could not have done more for us in our situation.
Rooms were spacious, smelt nice and clean. Beds were comfy and facilities in the rooms were great.
Only minor improvements in my opinion to make our stay even better, kettle in room instead of just coffee machine hot water (gets hotter in a kettle for teas), normal breakfast tea in room and a robe would have been nice.
Would highly recommend!!

Date of stay: August 2023
Trip type: Travelled with friends
Thank AmzC88
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Hotel- cmanager, Owner at Novotel Zurich Airport Messe, responded to this reviewResponded 4 September 2023

Dear Guest,
Thanks for this review.

We are delighted to hear that our staff provided friendly, helpful, and understanding service during your stay. It's great to know that you found our rooms spacious, clean, and comfortable, with useful facilities.

We appreciate your feedback regarding the kettle and tea options in the room, as well as the suggestion for providing robes. We will take your comments into consideration for future improvements. Please note that our breakfast buffet offers a variety of options, and we are always looking to enhance our offerings based on guest feedback.

We hope to welcome you back.
Best wishes,


Monica Moya Amengual, Front office Manager

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Reviewed 31 August 2023

Poor standard compared to newly renovated Novotels. The hotel badly needs a renovation, especially the rooms and corridors. Room sink was blocked and badly stained. Bar and restaurant only opens a 6 pm. Breakfast is available in the restaurant until 10am. No shuttle service offered. The bed mattress was excellent....

Date of stay: August 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled solo
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Thank 190adrians
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Hotel- cmanager, Owner at Novotel Zurich Airport Messe, responded to this reviewResponded 4 September 2023

Dear Sir,
Thank you for commenting on your stay.

We are glad to hear that you appreciated our comfortable bed, which is an essential aspect of a good night's sleep.

However, we are sorry to learn about the issues you experienced during your stay. Our hotel is due for a renovation, which is planned to take place from September 2023 to June 2024. This will address the concerns you mentioned regarding the room and corridor conditions.

As for the bar and restaurant hours, we appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration for future improvements.

Regarding the shuttle service, we do offer airport transportation through an external partner called CHECK-IN ALLWAYS. We apologize if this information was not clearly communicated to you during your stay.

We would love to have you return in the future.
Kindest regards,


Monica Moya Amengual, Front office Manager

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Reviewed 21 August 2023

Excellent location just outside Zurich near the airport. Good transport connections and we boarded a tram from just outside the hotel to Zurich City Centre. Excellent views enjoyed on the tram.

It's just 1 min away from tram station...the staff were very helpful and polite, in particular Front desk- Mohammed was Superb! Children playing areas are good

Date of stay: August 2023
  • Trip type: Travelled with family
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Thank Syed R
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Hotel- cmanager, Owner at Novotel Zurich Airport Messe, responded to this reviewResponded 21 August 2023

Dear Syedr957
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.

We are delighted to hear that you found our location convenient and appreciated the easy access to the airport and city center via tram. Our team, especially Mohammed, is thrilled to receive your kind words about their helpful and polite service. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all our guests, and it's great to know that our children's play areas were a hit with your family.

We appreciate your feedback regarding the cleanliness and will address this issue with our housekeeping team to ensure a better experience for future guests. We are continuously working on improving our facilities and services, and we hope that you will give us the opportunity to serve you again in the future.

We look forward to welcoming you again.
Best wishes,


Florian Kretzschmar, General Manager

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Reviewed 19 July 2023 via mobile

The room was OK, and the bed comfortable. However:
- air condition blows directly on you and is difficult to manage. There is only a thick blanket and no single fitted sheets, which makes it difficult to manage temperature
- light curtains were too short to block the light
- there is no restaurant on site, and the hotel does not do room service. The bar is only open from 6pm Services on site are minimal, but there are some restaurants and supermarkets at walking distance
- there is no shuttle to the airport. A cab fare will set you back 26CHF (flat fee), but there is a tram (4CHF) almost in front of the hotel
With his experience, I would book a hotel next to the airport with all services. This is cheaper, but not as good value when you add up everything.

Date of stay: July 2023
Trip type: Travelled solo
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Hotel- cmanager, Owner at Novotel Zurich Airport Messe, responded to this reviewResponded 7 August 2023

Dear Guest,
Thanks for taking the time to comment on your stay at our hotel.

We are glad to hear that you found the room comfortable and the bed to your liking. Our hotel is indeed conveniently located near a tram stop, which makes it easy for our guests to access the airport and the city center.

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However, we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the lack of an on-site restaurant and room service during your stay. We do have a GourmetBar that serves a variety of dishes and is open from 6 pm on weekdays. As you mentioned, there are also several restaurants and supermarkets within walking distance from the hotel.

Regarding the airport shuttle, we do offer a shuttle service through an external partner called CHECK-IN ALLWAYS, which can be arranged for our guests' convenience.

Lastly, we appreciate your feedback on the air conditioning and the curtains, and we will take it into consideration as we strive to match all our guests' expectations.

The whole team hopes to welcome you back.
With very best wishes,


Florian Kretzschmar, General Manager

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Reviewed 18 July 2023 via mobile

Location good
Station is like next Door , Staff ok nothing great
Buffet again average
They won’t let u check in before 3
Rooms are small but doable
Easily Accessible and affordable. Many trams are
Available easily
Use Swiss pass . Can be considered for a day or 2 Max

Date of stay: July 2023
Trip type: Travelled with family
Thank 800amitj
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Hotel- cmanager, Owner at Novotel Zurich Airport Messe, responded to this reviewResponded 7 August 2023

Dear Guest,
Thank you for this review.

We are glad to hear that you found our location convenient and appreciated the easy access to the tram station right next to the hotel. Our connection to Zurich Airport and the city center is indeed one of our key features, and we are happy that it made your stay more enjoyable.

However, we apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced during your stay. We understand that the room size might not have met your expectations, but please note that all our rooms are designed to provide a comfortable and functional space for our guests.

As for the check-in time, it is set at 3 PM to ensure that our housekeeping team has enough time to prepare the rooms to our high standards. However, we do offer express check-in for guests who may need it.

Lastly, regarding the buffet, we are continuously working on improving our offerings and appreciate your feedback. We will take your comments into consideration as we strive to enhance our guests' dining experience.

We hope to see you again in the future.
Best wishes,


Florian Kretzschmar, General Manager

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