Situated within the Sihl City shopping and leisure center in Zürich - a former paper mill area - the hotel weaves a storyline that offers a fresh perspective on the city. Zürich is often associated with tradition, elegance, wealth, business, and banking. However, an unexpected and compelling chapter of its history awaits discovery: a creative revolution born in Zürich that continues to leave its mark.

This story begins during the tumult of the First World War, a time when people from across Europe sought refuge in Zürich. Paradoxically, crises often spark creativity and innovation. That was precisely the case for a group of artists who founded the Cabaret Voltaire, a café in the heart of the city in 1916. It was there that the Dada art movement officially emerged, transforming the conservative city of Zürich into a hub for international artists, free-thinkers, and rebels.

The Dadaists sought to challenge the status quo, proclaiming their work "anti-art." They encouraged audiences to question norms through novel and provocative artistic expressions, spanning art, music, theater, literature, and dance. Though short-lived, Dada became the "Big Bang" of modernism, paving the way for movements as diverse as surrealism, pop art, and punk. Its influence endures across art, music, literature, fashion, graphic design, and more.

Inspired by Zürich’s industrial heritage and the avant-garde spirit of the Dada movement, Stylt has imbued the hotel with the essence of the free-thinkers and eccentrics who once transformed the city into a creative sanctuary. The result is a vibrant and stylish haven for local friends, digital nomads, and creatives alike. It is a home for gastronomes and gamers, where hospitality meets culture and business blends effortlessly with pleasure.

The hotel’s overall design celebrates artistry through the lens of collage techniques, mirroring the Dadaists' experiments with juxtaposition and unconventional pairings. Bold combinations of materials, colors, and patterns layer together to create a dynamic yet harmonious ambiance that feels alive with creativity. The result is more than a hotel - it’s an artistic and cultural refuge where every detail reflects the narrative.