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Hotel Gletschergarten

Obere Gletscherstrasse 1, 3818 Grindelwald, Switzerland – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 432 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.0
Wonderful
432 reviews

Very beautiful and historic hotel, the staff was all one big family and treated us like family too. We had the hotel restaurant's 3 course meal and it was amazing and so well priced. This hotel was very fun to stay at.

Cindy United States of America

We had an exceptional stay here. The hosts and staff were very kind and welcoming. The hotel itself is beautiful and has a great view of the mountains. Be sure to try the dinner here, it was one of the best we had in our entire trip! The breakfast was very good as well. This is a hotel I would gladly stay at again.

George United States of America

Lovely comfortable room, spotlessly clean with a stunning view. Excellent breakfast, helpful staff and great location.

Camille Switzerland

Breakfast and dinner were excellent. phenomenal local wine and spirits collection. Conveniently located in front of the bus stop, which can take you anywhere in town. They do luggage transfers (only if the next town's train station participates in this service). This is great if you want to hike to your next destination with only a day pack. We did a day hike from Grindelwald to Hotel Edelweiss in Murren. Hotel Gletschergarten shipped our luggage to the Murren Train Station, and Hotel Edelweiss retrieved our luggage from the train station.

Jesse United States of America

The beds were very comfy, we had a beautiful view and balcony. Exceptional service with a ride to and from the airport, assistance with purchasing tickets and making plans. Breakfast was substantial, dinner was off the charts delicious with fantastic wine options. This was at the top of our list of where to return in Switzerland. The history of the hotel was interesting, and it is wonderful to see generational management-they treat guests well. We came exhausted from travel and hiking and this was the perfect place to regenerate.

Jeff United States of America

This place is gorgeous. The owners were so sweet and we loved sitting on the balcony enjoying the view and being in the "lounge" having wine and talking to Lars. The wood and history of the place made it magical! Nice breakfast and great experience.

Stacey United States of America

The family that ran this hotel were charming, helpful and went way above and beyond!

Jennifer United States of America

Outstanding staff, nicest, friendliest people you will ever find - absolutely outstanding!

Petru United States of America

The welcoming hotel staff and great views from my balcony.

Mark Switzerland

The location is excellent and the staff are friendly. The room was clean and spacious.

Yasir Saudi Arabia
9.0
Wonderful
432 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Very beautiful and historic hotel, the staff was all one big family and treated us like family too. We had the hotel restaurant's 3 course meal and it was amazing and so well priced.”
    Cindy Cindy United States of America United States of America
  • “We had an exceptional stay here. The hosts and staff were very kind and welcoming. The hotel itself is beautiful and has a great view of the mountains.”
    George George United States of America United States of America
  • “Lovely comfortable room, spotlessly clean with a stunning view. Excellent breakfast, helpful staff and great location.”
    Camille Camille Switzerland Switzerland
  • “Breakfast and dinner were excellent. phenomenal local wine and spirits collection. Conveniently located in front of the bus stop, which can take you anywhere in town.”
    Jesse Jesse United States of America United States of America
  • “The beds were very comfy, we had a beautiful view and balcony. Exceptional service with a ride to and from the airport, assistance with purchasing tickets and making plans.”
    Jeff Jeff United States of America United States of America
  • “This place is gorgeous. The owners were so sweet and we loved sitting on the balcony enjoying the view and being in the "lounge" having wine and talking to Lars.”
    Stacey Stacey United States of America United States of America
  • “The family that ran this hotel were charming, helpful and went way above and beyond!”
    Jennifer Jennifer United States of America United States of America
  • “Outstanding staff, nicest, friendliest people you will ever find - absolutely outstanding!”
    Petru Petru United States of America United States of America
  • “The welcoming hotel staff and great views from my balcony.”
    Mark Mark Switzerland Switzerland
  • “The location is excellent and the staff are friendly. The room was clean and spacious.”
    Yasir Yasir Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia

Categories:

  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities8.8
  • Cleanliness9.3
  • Comfort9.2
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.2

Over 115 years old, the traditional family-run Hotel Gletschergarten in Grindelwald offers you panoramic mountain views, free WiFi and a free internet terminal. In good snow conditions, a ski run leads almost to the hotel.

Breakfast is served every morning. After a day outside you can relax at the fireplace in the lounge. Half board, including a 4-course dinner, is available on request.

A free pick-up service from the railway or bus station is offered. The Grindelwald First Cable Car Station is reachable within just a few minutes' walk, and the bus stop is just 50 feet away from the Gletschergarten Hotel. Further free time activities can be organized by the help of the staff. The hotel also has a renovated wellness area with sauna and steam bath.

You enjoy free access to the sports center of Grindelwald, which features an indoor pool and an ice skating rink. Various tickets and ski passes can be bought at the regular rates from the reception.

This is our guests' favorite part of Grindelwald, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Hotel Gletschergarten has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Nov 9, 2008

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Nearby Ski Lifts:
  • Firstbahn - 1,200 feet
  • Bodmi - 2,000 feet
  • Grindelwald - Grund - Kleine Scheideggbahn Cog Train - 3,350 feet
  • Sommerrodelbahn - 4,050 feet

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Grindelwald, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
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This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.

4 reasons to choose Hotel Gletschergarten

  • Prices you can't beat!
  • Booking is safe
  • Manage your bookings online
  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

9.0
Wonderful · 432 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.6
  • Facilities8.8
  • Cleanliness9.3
  • Comfort9.2
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location9.2

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Cindy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Very beautiful and historic hotel, the staff was all one big family and treated us like family too. We had the hotel restaurant's 3 course meal and it was amazing and so well priced. This hotel was very fun to stay at.”
  • George
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “We had an exceptional stay here. The hosts and staff were very kind and welcoming. The hotel itself is beautiful and has a great view of the mountains. Be sure to try the dinner here, it was one of the best we had in our entire trip! The breakfast...”
  • C
    Camille
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “Lovely comfortable room, spotlessly clean with a stunning view. Excellent breakfast, helpful staff and great location.”
  • Jesse
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Breakfast and dinner were excellent. phenomenal local wine and spirits collection. Conveniently located in front of the bus stop, which can take you anywhere in town. They do luggage transfers (only if the next town's train station...”
  • Jeff
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The beds were very comfy, we had a beautiful view and balcony. Exceptional service with a ride to and from the airport, assistance with purchasing tickets and making plans. Breakfast was substantial, dinner was off the charts delicious with...”
  • Stacey
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “This place is gorgeous. The owners were so sweet and we loved sitting on the balcony enjoying the view and being in the "lounge" having wine and talking to Lars. The wood and history of the place made it magical! Nice breakfast and great...”
  • Jennifer
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The family that ran this hotel were charming, helpful and went way above and beyond!”
  • Petru
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Outstanding staff, nicest, friendliest people you will ever find - absolutely outstanding!”
  • Mark
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “The welcoming hotel staff and great views from my balcony.”
  • Yasir
    Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia
    “The location is excellent and the staff are friendly. The room was clean and spacious.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Have you taken any precautions for check-in because of the coronavirus?
    Die Gesundheit unserer Gäste ist uns wichtig. Wir setzen alle empfohlenen Schutzmassnahmen um, damit einem sicheren Aufenthalt nichts im Wege steht.
    Answered on May 10, 2020
  • DO the queen beds split into twin size?
    Hello from the Gletschergarten We have some superior double rooms where we can arrange 2 separate beds. Rooms with separate beds are possible on req...
    Answered on January 15, 2020
  • Hi, do you have plug adapter？
    Hi! Yes, we have plug adapter: See you soon. Yours truly! in representation Edith - Hotel Gletschergarten
    Answered on June 18, 2022
  • Which rooms are available on Booking.com for a dog please between 25-29 Jan 2022? Is there an additional charge?
    Hello All room types are possible with a pet. Standard rooms are only small. Maybe you better choos a superior double room. For pets we charge CHF 15....
    Answered on October 17, 2021
  • 3 adults with 2 kids 5 and 7 yrs. You have any rooms.s that fit or any connecting rooms?
    We can offer 2 side by side rooms with connecting balcony. Or we have 1 large family room with 3 beds and extra bed on sofa for the children. This onl...
    Answered on May 2, 2022
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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
1 Restaurant On Site

    Restaurant

    Food: French, European

Amenities of Hotel Gletschergarten

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Ski
  • Ski pass vendor
  • Ski school Additional charge
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table Additional charge
  • Game room
  • Skiing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Street parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets Additional charge
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • Danish
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Norwegian
  • Portuguese
  • Swedish

House rules Hotel Gletschergarten takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 7 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
CHF 15 per child, per night
3 - 14 years
Extra bed by request
CHF 70 per child, per night
15+ years
Extra bed by request
CHF 90 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa EC-Card Diners Club American Express Hotel Gletschergarten accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

If you are traveling with children, please inform the property in advance about their number and age. You can use the special requests box when booking or contact the property directly using the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Hotel Gletschergarten

  • Check-in at Hotel Gletschergarten is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Room options at Hotel Gletschergarten include:

    • Single
    • Double

  • Hotel Gletschergarten is 1,500 feet from the center of Grindelwald.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Hotel Gletschergarten by:

    • Car 2h 30min
    • Train 3h

  • Hotel Gletschergarten offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Skiing
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room

  • The prices at Hotel Gletschergarten may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Hotel Gletschergarten can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • Hotel Gletschergarten has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant