HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local places you in the heart of Uster, connected to a shopping centre and 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Uster Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .Ustaria serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of 2 meeting rooms, a business centre, and limo/town car service. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Uster hotel, attractions include Hallenstadion and Zoo Zurich.
What's nearby
Uster Castle - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Jucker Farm - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Zoo Zurich - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
Bahnhofstrasse - 22 min drive - 24.8 km
Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria - 30 min drive - 34.7 km
Getting around
Uster Station - 5 min walk
Neuhaus bei Hinteregg Station - 9 min drive
Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
U-Boot Bar - 5 min walk
Bicerin - 12 min walk
Peking Garden - 3 min walk
Restaurant Poseidon Sonne - 12 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min walk
About this property
HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local
Pet-friendly hotel connected to a shopping centre in Uster with a rooftop terrace
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre, 2 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available.
Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness centre, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at the business-friendly HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.
This 3-star Uster hotel is smoke free.
1 building
60 guestrooms or units
9 levels
Built in 1973
Deli
Terrace on the roof
Charging station for electric cars
Business facilities
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Coffee in lobby
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Express check-out
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Car service
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Corner/local shop
Garden
Gift shop
ATM
On-site shopping
Lift
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local offers 60 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM on request
Limo/town car service
Secured, covered parking on site (CHF 9 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking options include a garage
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 22 for adults and CHF 11 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Ustaria
Ustaria Bar & Terrace
Things to do
Gym
Shopping centre
Water sports equipment
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
In-room cot
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
2 meeting rooms
Business centre
Outdoors
Garden
On a lake
Rooftop terrace
Spa
Spa services
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Banquet hall
Built in 1973
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic soft drink bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Rooftop garden
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Phone
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets: CHF 15 per pet, per night
Maximum 1 pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 45.0 per day.
Free cots (infant beds)!
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 22 for adults and from CHF 11 for children
Airport shuttle fee: CHF 80.00 per person (one-way)
Covered self-parking fee: CHF 9 per night
Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: CHF 45.0 per day
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.
Property is also known as
Garni Illuster
Hotel Garni Illuster
Hotel Illuster
Hotel Illuster
HOTEL illuster Urban Local
Illuster Urban & Local Uster
HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local Hotel
HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local Uster
HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local Hotel Uster
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local?
HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local?
As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local on 12 Oct 2025 start from AU$320.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is parking available at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local?
Yep, HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local has a secured covered self car park for CHF 9 per night.
Are there any beaches close to HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local?
The closest beach to HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local is Mythenquai Beach (13.6 km).
Is there a spa on site at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local?
There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer spa services.
What makes HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local a romantic place to stay?
Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local.
Is HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local is a hit with families.
Does HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local serve breakfast?
You bet, buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM on request for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?
What time are check-in & check-out at HOTEL illuster - Urban & Local?
Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
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