We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Bern, Switzerland. We have also included accommodation in apartments, historic buildings, boutique hotels, romantic hotels and family-run hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Apartment.Hip. Great location. Set in the centre of Bern, Historical Flat, by Zytglogge - 1st Floor offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property has city and inner courtyard views, and is 400 metres from House of Parliament Bern. The 1-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is situated 200 metres from Münster Cathedral. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. A bicycle rental service is available at the apartment. Popular points of interest near Historical Flat, by Zytglogge - 1st Floor include Bern railway station, University of Bern and Bärengraben. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Mulhouse Airport, 106 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I rate this as one of the coolest and most historic apartments in Bern! The 17th century keeps its original character, including the fireplace yet has contemporary designed rooms with great tech equipment and great attention to details. SO CHARMING!
Apartment. Located in Bern, 200 metres from University of Bern and 400 metres from House of Parliament Bern, Moderne Altbauwohnung mit Pool und Sauna Provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. It is set 600 metres from Bern Clock Tower and provides an ATM. The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with dishwasher, and 1 bathroom with a shower and bathrobes. Guests can spend time in the indoor pool at Moderne Altbauwohnung mit Pool und Sauna. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Münster Cathedral, Bärengraben and Einsteinhaus. The nearest airport is Belp Airport, 6 km from Moderne Altbauwohnung mit Pool und Sauna.Show full description
A real hotel gem in the heart of Bern with a magnificent spa center, including a pool and well-kept sauna. It also has beautifully designed rooms with a super cozy seating area around the fireplace and a well-equipped kitchenette. AMAZING!
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Nice surroundings. With central yet quiet location in the city of Bern, Bed and Breakfast Wildrose offers spacious rooms and a free of charge full English breakfast. Free WiFi is also available on site. Each unit of this property is fitted with modern furnishings and features a TV with cable channels and a desk. Bathrooms come with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. In summer, guests can enjoy their breakfast on the sun terrace. The property offers packed lunches upon request. Additionally, private parking is available for a surcharge. The property is located within a 7-minute drive from the House of Parliament Bern and within a 4-minute tram ride from Bern railway station. Bern´s Old Town is 10 minutes away by tram. Bern-Belp Airport is only 6 km away.Show full description
Just look at this picturesque house in a calm and green historical Bern district with antique furnishings and beautifully designed rooms, nicely overlooking the garden. Moreover, the full English breakfast has an excellent variety of fresh options.
Apartment hotel.Delightful property. Great value. Situated in Bern, 90 metres from Bärengraben and less than 1 km from Bern Clock Tower, One Suite Hotel - Zollhaus features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property features city views and is 700 metres from Münster Cathedral and 1.3 km from House of Parliament Bern. The spacious aparthotel with a terrace and river views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a minibar, and 1 bathroom with a shower. This aparthotel also comes with a balcony that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.8 km from Bernexpo. Guests at the aparthotel can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests are welcome to eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner and lunch. Bern railway station is 1.9 km from One Suite Hotel - Zollhaus, while University of Bern is 1.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Mulhouse Airport, 102 km from the accommodation.Show full description
One of the most BEAUTIFUL and MODERN apartment hotels in the heart of the old city center with outstanding views! The historic rooms have a beautifully modern twist with stylish furnishings and a lovely bathroom with an extensive beautiful modern shower system.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great location. Hotel Landhaus enjoys a central location in Bern, a 5-minute walk from the Old Town and 200 metres from the well-known Bear Pit. This family-run hotel offers individually decorated rooms and its own restaurant. All rooms come with free Wi-Fi and a TV, and most also feature private shower facilities. Some have shared-use bathroom facilities. A breakfast buffet is available on site. You can also sample homemade sweets at the Landhaus and during summer, a terrace awaits you. The hotel offers views of the Aare River. A grocery store and the nearest tram stop are all a 1 to 2-minute walk away. As it is an older building it doesn't have a lift and the stairs are quite narrow. There is no air conditioning in the building.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Highly elegant. Great views. This traditional 5-star palace hotel occupies an elegant Art Nouveau building dating from 1913, located in the heart of Bern next to the Federal Parliament. The Bellevue Palace with is amazing views to the Bernese Alps and the river Aare includes 2 bars, 2 restaurants, a sauna and fitness centre.Free WiFi is available. Hotel Bellevue Palace Bern is the official guesthouse of the Swiss government. Over the years, it has hosted famous guests such as Charlie Chaplin, the Queen of England, Jacques Chirac, Nelson Mandela, Sophia Loren, Bruce Springsteen, and Fidel Castro. The spacious, luxuriously furnished rooms include controllable air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and elegant parquet floors. Some offer views of Bern’s historical Old Town or the distant Alpine peaks, while others face the quiet inner courtyard or the Parliament. The Brasserie VUE & terrace serves French and international cuisine (15 GaultMillau points) and the daily breakfast buffet is available every morning until 10:30. For late risers, a continental breakfast can be served in the room, and room service is available daily until midnight. The terrace offers panoramic views over the Aare River or the Alps. Guests benefit from free public transport in Bern and the hotel is conveniently located for daytrips to Interlaken and Lake Thunersee, which is 56 km from the property.Show full description
This is likely the most ELEGANT luxury hotel in Bern.
Apartment.Very stylish. Superb interior design. Located in Bern, 3.6 km from Bern railway station and 3.8 km from University of Bern, Il Cubo provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 4.6 km from House of Parliament Bern. The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. This apartment also provides guests with a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The accommodation features private check-in and check-out, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. Guests at the apartment can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Münster Cathedral is 5.2 km from Il Cubo, while Bern Clock Tower is 5.9 km away. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Mulhouse, 106 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
The most STYLISH apartment in Bern. It also has an amazing hotel bar.
Bed and Breakfast. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, B&B The B offers accommodation in Bern. BEA Bern Expo is 1.2 km from B&B The B, while Bern Clock Tower is 1.3 km away. The nearest airport is Belp Airport, 6 km from B&B The B. Access to Bern´s public transport is included for the duration of the guests´ stay.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Lively. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. This 3-star hotel occupies a 500-year-old building in the Old Town of Bern, just steps away from the Aare River. Attractions such as the famous Zytgloggen Tower, the Bärengraben, the Dählhölzli Animal Park or the Old Town Shopping are in the immediate vicinity. On the ground floor is a cafe & bar area as well as the beautiful boulevard terrace.The cafe and bar area offers a large selection of fine wines, coffee specialties and other drinks as well as snacks. Stade de Suisse and the Exhibition Centre are also 12 minutes away by public transport. Bern's Main Train Station can be reached by bus in 5 minutes. Nydegg Bus Stop is just 50 metres away. Guests benefit from free public transport in Bern. The spacious, individually furnished rooms at the Boutique Hotel Belle Epoque features cable TV and a safe. Free mineral water as well as WiFi is available in the rooms.Show full description
Lively. Great views. Popular among couples. Popular with the people of Bern since the early 18th century as a destination for excursions, Unique Hotel Innere Enge is set in a private park only 1 km away from Bern Main Train Station. Free WiFi is available. Marian’s Jazz Room is the heart of the Innere Enge Hotel and is known as one of the best jazz clubs in the world. The spacious rooms feature a TV, a coffee maker, a minibar, and a bathroom Some rooms are dedicated to famous musicians and are decorated with their personal objects. A welcome drink is served upon arrival. The historic park pavilion is the setting for the breakfast buffet. From the park, guests can enjoy views of the Old Town and the Alps. 2 concerts are given daily, Tuesdays to Saturdays from September to May. Free parking is available on site, and the Innere Enge Bus Stop is right in front of the hotel.Show full description
This hotel is popular among couples travelling to Bern.
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Rooftop bar. Centrally located in Bern, the long-established Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa offers luxurious rooms that combine elegant interior design with cutting-edge facilities. It features a wellness centre and a trendy rooftop terrace. Every room comes with a Nespresso coffee machine and includes state-of-the-art entertainment facilities, including an IP phone. The rich Schweizerhof-Breakfast includes a buffet that can be complimented with the à la carte menu. This 5-star-hotel provides in all rooms a minibar. Large bathrooms include a rain shower and/or bathtub, towel warmer, complimentary bathrobe and slippers. Schweizerhof Bern & THE SPA boasts a 500 m² wellness centre with a relaxation hot tub, a sauna, a hammam and a fitness room. The fitness room is available 24 hours a day. Available for dining, Jack’s Brasserie offers a combination of innovative modern cuisine and traditional dishes. Guests can also enjoy a delicious cocktail at the lobby lounge bar, the cigar lounge or on the Sky terrace. Breakfast is served in the Jack's Brasserie from 6:30 till 10:30 or to the room all day long. All dishes are included in the Schweizerhof-Breakfast and are freshly prepared. The hotel also offers a surcharged early bird offer from 5:00 till 7:30 in the lobby bar. The hotel offers valet parking at a surcharge with the possibility to charge electric cars for free. Bern Railway Station is across the street and the main sights are easily reachable on foot. The Belp Airport can be reached in a 20 minutes' drive. Guests benefit from free public transport in Bern.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Habsburg B&B in Bern provides adults-only accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a shared lounge. The property has pool and garden views, and is less than 1 km from Bärengraben. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 1.4 km from Münster Cathedral. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with a wardrobe. Featuring a shared bathroom, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi, while certain rooms also offer a balcony. All units feature a outdoor furniture. There is a coffee shop on-site. House of Parliament Bern is 1.4 km from the bed and breakfast, while Bern Clock Tower is 1.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Mulhouse Airport, 104 km from Habsburg B&B.Show full description
This bed and breakfast has BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS.
Apartment.Newly opened, February 2024. Ideally situated in the centre of Bern, AareSüdhang Loft Bern - Yacht feeling is a recently renovated apartment featuring express check-in and check-out and free private parking. Guests can benefit from a balcony and an outdoor fireplace. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking apartment features a public bath. The spacious apartment with a terrace and river views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The parquet floors, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. A selection of options including fresh pastries, fruits and juice is available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a snack bar, and a minimarket is also available. Sightseeing tours are available within a reachable distance of the property. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Bärengraben, Bern Clock Tower and Münster Cathedral. The nearest airport is Bern-Belp Airport, 10 km from AareSüdhang Loft Bern - Yacht feeling.Show full description
Apartment. 500 metres from Bern railway station in the centre of Bern, Stadtwohnung im Herzen von Bern mit Pool provides accommodation with access to a steam room and indoor pool. It is located 300 metres from University of Bern and offers a lift. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking apartment has a hammam. The spacious apartment with a terrace and city views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. For guests with children, the apartment features an indoor play area. Popular points of interest near Stadtwohnung im Herzen von Bern mit Pool include Bern Clock Tower, House of Parliament Bern and Bärengraben. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Mulhouse Airport, 103 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Set in the centre of Bern, Historical, Bright & Beautiful in Old City - 3rd floor offers accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property features city and inner courtyard views, and is 400 metres from House of Parliament Bern. The 1-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 200 metres from Münster Cathedral. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. If you would like to discover the area, skiing, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and the apartment can arrange a bicycle rental service. Popular points of interest near Historical, Bright & Beautiful in Old City - 3rd floor include Bern railway station, University of Bern and Bärengraben. The nearest airport is EuroAirport Mulhouse Airport, 106 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, April 2024. Situated in Bern, 2 km from Bern railway station and 1.9 km from University of Bern, Bellezza in Lorraine features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property is located 2.9 km from Wankdorf Stadium, 1.7 km from Bern Clock Tower and 3.6 km from Bernexpo. The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, an equipped kitchen, a washing machine and 1 bathroom with a shower. House of Parliament Bern is 1.9 km from the apartment, while Münster Cathedral is 4.5 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.6 km from Bärengraben. The nearest airport is Bern-Belp Airport, 10 km from Bellezza in Lorraine.Show full description
Apartment. Gurtendörfli - b48539, a property with a garden and a terrace, is located in Bern, 6 km from House of Parliament Bern, 6.4 km from Bern railway station, as well as 6.6 km from Münster Cathedral. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site. Bern Clock Tower is 9.2 km from the apartment and Bernexpo is 10 km away. University of Bern is 6.6 km from the apartment, while Bärengraben is 8.3 km away. A dishwasher, an oven and a fridge can be found in the kitchen. The nearest airport is Bern-Belp Airport, 6 km from Gurtendörfli - b48539.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, November 2023. Situated in Bern and only 700 metres from Münster Cathedral, Perfect Location, comfortable & modern features accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 600 metres from Bern Clock Tower, 5.1 km from Bernexpo and 31 km from Forum Fribourg. This apartment features 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from House of Parliament Bern. Popular points of interest near the apartment include Bern railway station, University of Bern and Bärengraben. The nearest airport is Bern-Belp Airport, 7 km from Perfect Location, comfortable & modern.Show full description
Apartment. Boasting city views, 3 Zimmer Wohnung, sehr zentral features accommodation with a balcony, around 2.6 km from University of Bern. The property is around 2.8 km from House of Parliament Bern, 3.4 km from Münster Cathedral and 4.6 km from Bern Clock Tower. The spacious apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. Bärengraben is 5 km from the apartment, while Bernexpo is 5.8 km from the property. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Bern railway station is 1.9 km away. The property offers quiet street views. The nearest airport is Bern-Belp Airport, 8 km from 3 Zimmer Wohnung, sehr zentral.Show full description
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