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Alpina Boutique Hotel Interlaken - Ringgenberg - Adults only !

Hotel in Ringgenberg

Alpina Boutique Hotel Interlaken - Ringgenberg - Adults only ! Interlaken is located above Lake Brienz in the Canton of Bern Region, and it offers breathtaking views from its terrace and the garden.

C
CHAN
From
Hong Kong
Our room is lake view with balcony, the view is super! The room is pretty and well equipped, beds and pillows are very comfortable. Don’t miss the breakfast, high quality and delicious. Richard and Tania, thank you for everything, your hotel is amazing, we love it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews
Price from
Rs. 19,866.09
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Staubbach

Hotel in Lauterbrunnen

Situated in Lauterbrunnen, within 15 km of Grindelwald Terminal and 31 km of Giessbachfälle, Hotel Staubbach features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

S
Suryo
From
Indonesia
Rooms well equipped. Nice view
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,618 reviews
Price from
Rs. 37,550.38
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Jungfraublick

Hotel in Wengen

Hotel with a fantastic view in the middle of the world-famous Jungfrau Region Hotel Jungfraublick is located slightly above the center of the car-free village of Wengen, at 1,300 meters above sea...

T
Thomas
From
Czech Republic
Everything! The view was amazing. The food was amazing. Overall a very relaxing time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,280 reviews
Price from
Rs. 44,885.91
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Restaurant Hirschen

Hotel in Interlaken

Hirschen is situated in a 17th century landmark building located in Interlaken. This hotel features a garden and free WiFi throughout the property.

D
Denis
From
Czech Republic
Beautiful , very traditional , clean , in center of Interlaken .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,575 reviews
Price from
Rs. 19,105.41
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Interlaken

Hotel in Interlaken

Located in the heart of Interlaken, Hotel Interlaken is just a 5-minute walk from the Congress Centre and the Eastern Train Station.

E
Evangelos
From
Greece
Everything. We even got free parking next to the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,656 reviews
Price from
Rs. 30,759.72
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Brienzersee

Hotel in Ringgenberg

Situated right above Lake Brienz, the Hotel Brienzersee (Garni) offers superb views from the rooms and from the lakeside terrace, the Brienzersee hotel is only a 5-minute drive away from the centre of...

K
KAR NOI
From
Singapore
1. Super friendly and warm hosts Marc and David who made our stay really welcoming. 2. Scenic view from the room and breakfast hall.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,593 reviews
Price from
Rs. 48,353.19
1 night, 2 adults

Grindellodge

Hotel in Grindelwald

Located in Grindelwald, 3.6 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Grindellodge provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

H
Hanna Sharabaika
From
United Arab Emirates
Appreciated service and support form Dani. Nice clean hotel. Good food at the hotel restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
Price from
Rs. 29,235.99
1 night, 2 adults

Boutique Hotel Panorama Grindelwald

Hotel in Grindelwald

Situated in Grindelwald, 3.4 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Boutique Hotel Panorama Grindelwald features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

c
cedric
From
Saint Barthelemy
The Panorama hotel has just been renovated for two years. The view is breathtaking and there is no noise. So quiet, you reach the center downtown in 5 minutes by car. And if you do not want to drive the bus stop is next door. Our suite on the 2nd floor #201 is very pleasant with an amazing balcony facing the view. Stunning!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews
Price from
Rs. 54,731.10
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Mürren Palace

Hotel in Mürren

Hotel Mürren Palace has an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Mürren. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a kids' club and room service.

P
Paul
From
Romania
Everything. The stuff very helpful and they exceeded my needs and provided the best services that I could have. Even if the hotel is a 4 star, I could say that the experience I had here was like in a 5 star hotel, the best, like in a Mandarin oriental.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
Rs. 48,971.17
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Fiescherblick

Hotel in Grindelwald

Set in Grindelwald and with Grindelwald Terminal reachable within 2.9 km, Hotel Fiescherblick offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

C
Carole
From
Australia
Very comfortable and the management and staff were amazing. They made us feel so welcome and like family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
Price from
Rs. 35,781.36
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 776 reviews

The hotel is situated in the heart of Grindelwald, 5 minutes from the train station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews

Located in Schangnau, Hotel Kemmeriboden-Bad AG features a terrace, bar and free WiFi throughout the property. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a garden, as well as a sauna and a hot tub.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews

The family-run 3-star superior Hotel Edelweiss in car-free Mürren enjoys a scenic location on the edge of the Mürrenfluh rock face, offering panoramic views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 615 reviews

Offering panoramic views of the North Face of the Eiger and the Bernese Alps, this family-run 4-star superior hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the centre of Grindelwald.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,622 reviews

The Hotel Merkur - West Station is located in the centre of Interlaken, next to the Interlaken-West Train Station. It offers en-suite rooms with cable TV and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,518 reviews

Post Hardermannli is a typical chalet-style hotel, located a 5-minute walk from the centre of Interlaken and the West Train Station. It offers stunning views of the Jungfrau Massive.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,982 reviews

This typical Swiss chalet hotel with mountain views is centrally located in Lauterbrunnen in the heart of the Jungfrau Ski Region, a 7-minute walk from the Train Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,278 reviews

Hotel Lötschberg is a charming, family-run hotel located near Interlaken West train station, just a short walk from Lake Thun and the centre of Interlaken, an excellent choice for travellers arriving...

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,025 reviews

The hotel is 600 metres from the First Cable Car Station and lies 100m above the centre of Grindelwald. Its rooms and sun terrace have magnificent views of the surrounding scenery.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,618 reviews

Situated in Lauterbrunnen, within 15 km of Grindelwald Terminal and 31 km of Giessbachfälle, Hotel Staubbach features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,174 reviews

The family-run Hotel Alpina right in the heart of the car-free resort of Mürren offers you a unique location and spectacular views over the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,576 reviews

Hirschen is situated in a 17th century landmark building located in Interlaken. This hotel features a garden and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,593 reviews

Situated right above Lake Brienz, the Hotel Brienzersee (Garni) offers superb views from the rooms and from the lakeside terrace, the Brienzersee hotel is only a 5-minute drive away from the centre of...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,627 reviews

The 4-star family Hotel Spinne is located at the foot of the Eiger, right in the centre of the glacier village Grindelwald and features an inviting spa area and 2 restaurants.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews

Situated in Mürren, Hotel Sonnenberg has a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 586 reviews

Located in Grindelwald, a 10-minute walk from the train station, Boutique Hotel Glacier offers a restaurant with a terrace, a bar and a lounge with views of Mount Eiger.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

Hotel Bären enjoys a quiet location in the car-free Wengen, just 350 metres from the Train Station, offering views of the Jungfrau Mountain and the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 845 reviews

Swiss Inn & Apartments is set in a residential area of Interlaken, a 3-minute walk from the West Train Station, shops and the city centre.

Hotel Steinbock

Hotel in Brienz
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 523 reviews

Located in the centre of Brienz, a 3-minute walk from the train station, Hotel Steinbock offers free Wi-Fi, free private parking, and a restaurant offering Swiss specialities and international dishes.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews

The Hotel Alpenruhe - Vintage Design Hotel is situated in calm surroundings in the car-free village of Wengen, on a plateau with panoramic views of the mountains and the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 848 reviews

The Grandhotel Giessbach is a historic house from 1874 and enjoys a secluded position on a hill above Lake Brienz amid a 22-hectare park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews

Built in 1881, the family-run Hotel Alpenrose is the oldest hotel in the car-free Wengen, which is only reachable by train, and offers you completely renovated rooms in a traditional Alpine style and...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 991 reviews

The Silberhorn Hotel in Lauterbrunnen is situated off the main street, only 150 metres from the train station, providing access to the skiing and hiking areas.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews

The charming chalet-style Fassbind hotel is quietly situated in Beatenberg high above Lake Thun facing the imposing Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountains.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,914 reviews
This was really a great surprise. The staff were all so so so nice and friendly, we felt really good there! From the reception, to restaurant to breakfast, everyone was super nice. The hotel is beautiful, amazing view and comfortable and spacious bedrooms. This is really the type of 3* hotels that are much better than some 5* hotels. Also, we were traveling with our 3 dogs and they were welcome there, with bowls for them. Thank you!!
Guest review byLaura
Portugal
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews
It was my birthday and I was given a surprise special attention at the breakfast with birthday song and sparkle light. The variety at the breakfast was also great. The room was quite comfortable with almost every needed toiletries. The staff were very warm and welcoming. The Spa area was superb. The entire indoor felt like living in a castle though not so modern but all classy and feels homely.
Guest review byCHARITY
France
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,266 reviews
The hotel is at walkable distance from the city centre. It is close to Interlaken OST train station. The room is spacious and spotlessly clean.There is a balcony as well. There are plenty of space to hang our clothes and put our stuff. The staff are really helpful and friendly. The breakfast provided was great. Wr love this place a lot!
Guest review byWing Yee
Hong Kong
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews
An amazing property situated next to Ringgenberg pier. Great staff, service exceeded expectations. The surprise was the "garden". Awesome setup overlooking Lake Brienz. Will definitely recommend this property for a long/short stay.
Guest review byPK..
Oman
From Rs. 92,106.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews
Everything was perfect! All the staff were so kind and the location was very good :) also room conditions were nice! We asked some things and they helped us whatever we needed! I’ll stay here again for sure! Thank you so much:)
Guest review byYOON
South Korea
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 648 reviews
The location was fantastic...so close to Interlaken West train station. Staff were super helpful in explaining where to go and what to see as well providing maps of the town and larger area. Totally recommend it
Guest review byNicola
United Arab Emirates
From Rs. 28,009.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 519 reviews
It was the perfect combination of cozy, modern, stylish and local. I liked that I could sleep very well with the window open. It was quiet and I could feel the fresh air. Amazing ❤️
Guest review byAlina
Switzerland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,593 reviews
1. Super friendly and warm hosts Marc and David who made our stay really welcoming. 2. Scenic view from the room and breakfast hall.
Guest review byKAR NOI
Singapore
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,131 reviews
Room is super clean, great location, delicious breakfast, nice staff. We are really glad we stayed in this hotel.
Guest review byYenhui
Taiwan
From Rs. 32,549.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 990 reviews
Nice room and very good breakfast. Wonderful view of the lake. Short walk to a couple restaurants.
Guest review bySherry
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews
Perfectly located, very helpful staff, excellent food…. What can you ask for more?
Guest review byMarkus Dr. Scheller
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,744 reviews
Breakfast is delicious, help desk all friendly, view off my window was perfect.
Guest review byAndré
Brazil
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 654 reviews
Gorgeous with with a stunning view and incredibly comfortable beds / pillows.
Guest review byMargaret
Australia
From Rs. 24,058.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Great staffs. Fabienne and all staffs at the camping are so nice and helpful.
Guest review byThuy Linh
France
From Rs. 61,540.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 848 reviews
I really love this property. This was my third experience in the hotel.
Guest review byHamed
United Arab Emirates
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,062 reviews
Beautiful property very tastefully decorated. Location was beautiful.
Guest review byNaheed
United Kingdom
From Rs. 26,653.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 625 reviews
Good location, nice lake view in a calm and pretty village
Guest review byAlphion
Hong Kong
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,534 reviews
Beautiful view to the lake,nice food,clean rooms
Guest review byVarga-Németh
Hungary
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 523 reviews
Perfect breakfast, good service
Guest review byXU
China

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

It is serene, peaceful and relaxing.

It is serene, peaceful and relaxing. The natural beauty is something to see. If any big city folks want to relax, the turquoise lakes and towering mountains will provide a calmness that they will remember for a long time. Visit to Interlaken is definitely a "bucket list" item!
Guest review byJAVED
Luxembourg
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Brienz is a charming Lakeside town, with good train...

Brienz is a charming Lakeside town, with good train connections to Lucerne, Interlaken, and elsewhere in Switzerland. I based my visit around the Brienz Rothorn Railway, a mountain steam cog railway with stunning views and some great hiking trails. I got the train up and hiked down (this took around 5 hours), however there're shorter hikes and a restaurant/ gift shop at the top so you can spend time up there and get the train back down. There's a nice takeaway pizza place in Brienz called BrienzerPizza, which you can order online, collect, and eat beside lake, which I would recommend too.
Guest review byAnonymous
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

The museum right next to the room, a stream with a small...

The museum right next to the room, a stream with a small wooden bridge next to it, beautiful Cow bells ringing in the morning & evening, the snow covered mountains to the east & lush green hill in the west, I am a nature lover & was absolutely stunned at the Beautiful Wilderswill, just an Awesome place.
Guest review byDilip
India
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Ringgenberg is a village to the east of Interlaken, a few...

Ringgenberg is a village to the east of Interlaken, a few minutes' bus ride from the town - and this is free with the Visitor Card provided by your accommodation. The less frequent train is one stop away and again free. Alternatively it's a 10 minute drive or a 40 minute walk along the lake. There's a small but well stocked supermarket and a vary good restaurant at the Hotel Burgseeli just into the next village. Overall a quieter and more relaxing place to stay than the centre of Interlake.
Guest review byMarkus
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

t's a spacious apartment and was ideal for me, my wife and...

t's a spacious apartment and was ideal for me, my wife and my 2 sons. The Kitchen is well equipped, beds are comfy and the bunk beds were perfect for my 13 & 9 year olds. The views from the windows are beautiful and there is a balcony as well that's very convenient. They have slip ons of various sizes as well as they request no shoes inside the apartment, a very nice touch. its very close to the bus stop which takes only 10 minutes to Interlaken Ost and run every half an hour. The Hosts were nice and communicative so a big thumbs up to this property
Guest review byDefy Sriram
India
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Next to a beautiful lake, a fair few restaurants and cafes...

Next to a beautiful lake, a fair few restaurants and cafes around, plenty of walks available. Plus it's pretty easy to get to by bus from Interlaken (which is beautiful as well). Quaint. Rural. Friendly.
Guest review byStephen
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Bönigen was a wonderful place for our family trip.

Bönigen was a wonderful place for our family trip. It felt peaceful, scenic, and much calmer than staying directly in Interlaken, but still close enough to everything. Our favorite spots were the lakeside area along Lake Brienz, the walking paths by the water, and the Bönigen lido.
Guest review byRinaladist
Indonesia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Accommodations in the middle of town is nice because you can...

Accommodations in the middle of town is nice because you can walk around to everywhere you want to go (stores, shops, river, etc.). There are a ton of really appetizing restaurants with cuisine from all over the world, but they are a little pricey. The grocery stores have plenty of affordable food and ready to eat meals that we lived on for 3 days and fully enjoyed it. There is plenty to do- I went for a strenuous hike up to the Harder Kulm panorama restaurant (my wife took the tram) and we both walked down the mountain afterwards. We took the bus to St Beatus caves to do some deep cave exploration, which is accessible for all levels of adventurer. Took a swim in both Lake Thun and Lake Brienz multiple times to cool off, as well as the river that connects them. There are plenty of access points for going in and out of the water and the water is so clear, clean, and beautiful. We rented e-bikes from Flying Wheels and rode them down to Lauterbrunnen Valley for some amazing mountain, river, and waterfall views. On the last day we went paragliding with Alpinair. Of course the activities are more expensive than just walking around town, but they are all absolutely worth it if you have the budget for it.
Guest review byZephyr
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Beautiful, charming town.

Beautiful, charming town. The waterfront walk with statues and lovely “cookoo clock homes” was beautiful and we took a boat that zig zagged across Lake Brienz. The color of the lake is amazing! It was great that there were two train stations as we were closer to Brienz West. Wished that there was a place to get coffee earlier in the morning to start our day. Overall it was nice to stay away from the crowds and it only added about 20 min train commute to Interlaken OST.
Guest review byAnonymous
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

wilderswil is very close to the center of interlaken city...

wilderswil is very close to the center of interlaken city where supermarket, stores, restaurants are located. easy to get there by public transportation by train or bus from train main station (interlaken ost). also the location is close to lauterbrunen for sking and getting view of hills and snow during winter if there is no snow in interlaken or wilderswil
Guest review byFauzy
Indonesia

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