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Last updated: 30 April 2026 • Author: Jodie
In many ways, LivingTown is exactly what you might expect from a Swiss brand: highly functional, tech-driven, and aesthetically pleasing in a minimalist kind of way.
To reduce this Zurich co-living space to this, though, would be far from doing it justice.
Despite being one of the most tech-savvy places I’ve stayed, the thing that stood out most to me about LivingTown was just how homely and liveable it truly felt.
LivingTown: At a glance
STAY |
Ideally, for at least a few weeks. Some of the lofts are only available for long-term lets.
| PACK
Only what you need. LivingTown takes care of your workspace, laundry and a well-equipped kitchen fit for entertaining.
ARRIVE |
Zurich airport is 13km away – around 30-40 minutes by public transport or a 15-minute drive. There’s a bus stop right outside and a tram one block away.
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When writing about any accommodation, there’s usually one stand out feature that I let lead.
In this case, there are several I could choose.
To summarise everything in one sentence: staying at LivingTown was equal parts fun, convenient, unique, and comfortable – not descriptors you often find in the same hotel review.
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checking in to LivingTown
Hotel rituals have changed a lot in the last several years. That was partly prompted by world events (beginning with C!) and partly due to the natural cycle of evolution.
Checking in to LivingTown was exactly how it should be – and then some.
I knew exactly which room I was staying in before I even arrived. In fact, I felt like I’d already been there before because I was able to take a virtual tour before arrival.
I also receive several emails telling me how to access the building so I didn’t arrive worrying about logistics or getting stuck – something which happens surprisingly often even in 2026!
LivingTown sent me a full arrival email including details on how to access both the building and my loft, as well as an emergency contact number and all the key information I needed to know.
There’s something to be said for turning up to an accommodation with that kind of piece of mind, especially after a long journey (or, in my case, a long week!).
rooms
Designed to accommodate both short-term and long-term residents, LivingTown offers a mix of rooms.
I spent a long weekend in one of the premium lofts (PZ5). The room is usually reserved for long stays – and it’s easy to see how you could comfortably live here for several months or more.
The obvious thing to mention is the modular furniture set-up. I wasn’t aware of this on check-in, and it was a fun surprise that kept me entertained and fascinated throughout my stay.
While the loft takes only the ground space of a studio, it effectively functions as a two-bedroom apartment.
That’s because the three main “walls” that separate the bedroom, office, and kitchen can be moved to increase or decrease the size of these rooms to suit your needs. You can even hide away entire rooms, such as the bedroom or office, to really open up the loft and maximise space.
It also adds an extra layer of privacy when entertaining. I invited a friend over for dinner and was able to close away my bedroom and extend the kitchen so we had plenty of room.
And that wasn’t the only tech-y touch.
The loft came with a pre-installed projector in one of the ceiling lights. When projected onto the dining table, it acted as a touchscreen game console or Internet browser.
More usefully, perhaps, the loft had everything you need for everyday living: a washer and dryer, Dyson vacuum, hairdryer, bluetooth speaker, turkeycoffee machine, ironing board, and all towels and linens provided.
The loft I stayed in also had a terrace outside and direct access to the rooftop. In March, it was a little bit too chilly to really make for use of it, but I enjoyed the easy access to the communal kitchen and social area.
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facilities
One of the best things about the setup at LivingTown is that it’s really designed for community living.
Even though my loft came with everything I would need to live comfortably, I wouldn’t be resigned to staying inside.
The communal area areas at LivingTown include a huge social space, complete with lounge areas, dining areas, and a big communal kitchen. There’s even a semi-private kitchen that can be used for groups.
It was an area where I could really see myself hanging out if I were to stay here long-term.
The rooftop area is equally set up for social time with chairs and, table tennis, and plenty of space for just chilling and hanging out – perhaps while watching sunset.
On the ground floor is a large co-working area. While it’s not exclusively reserved for residents, it’s a fantastic space and possibly one of the best co-working spaces I’ve ever seen.
There are chill-out areas, multiple types of work areas, rooms for meetings, rooms for calls, a games room, a podcast room, a full kitchen and coffee machine, and more. I only wish I’d had more time there to make use of it.
There are also communal laundry facilities, including washing machines and ironing boards, so, you really have everything you need.
If there’s anything missing, it would be a gym. But I guess you need a reason to leave sometimes, right?
Co-living in Zurich
Zurich might not be an obvious choice for remote workers. After all, its high cost of living puts it low on the list of hotspots for digital nomads, many of whom prefer to make their money stretch as far as possible.
As LivingTown proves, though, the city is geared up for those who dare (and can afford) to make the city their temporary home.
I have to say this caught me by surprise.
I – naively, perhaps – didn’t expect Zurich to have much to offer for remote workers. I only found myself there because of (non-remote) work.
That said, I arrived curious what the city would be like to live in. Is this somewhere I could see myself?
And, while LivingTown might be better suited to short- and mid-term slow travellers rather than those sticking around, staying here gave me a taste of what living in Zurich might be like.
It’s very different to any co-living I’ve experienced before – more grown-up, perhaps. But it’s certainly the kind of place that serious professionals could set-up base and feel immediately at home.
