We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Lake Brienz, Switzerland. We have also included accommodation in apartments, villas, boats, holiday homes, chalets, historic buildings and romantic 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 March 2024.
Apartment.Delightful property. Great views. Featuring lake views, Ferienwohnung Selinda provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 16 km from Giessbachfälle. The property has garden views, and is 27 km from Grindelwald Terminal. The apartment with a terrace and mountain views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Niederried, like hiking. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 124 km from Ferienwohnung Selinda.Show full description
This is likely one of the most BEAUTIFUL apartments in Lake Brienz.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great bar. Popular among couples. 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. It offers views over Lake Brienz and the Giessbach Waterfall,an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, one of which features a summer terrace, and free parking. All guest rooms in the Grandhotel Giessbach feature carefully restored original furniture with 19-century charm. Free WiFi is available in all areas. It is located at the foot of the Giessbach Waterfall and is directly connected to the Giessbach ship pier by Europe's oldest funicular. The two restaurant serve modern and creative cuisine. Half board includes a 4-course dinner.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most elegant and historic boutique hotel in Lake Brienz.
Bed and Breakfast.Elegant. Great value. Offering modern, tastefully styled rooms in a traditional chalet, this BnB can be found 300 metres from the Wilderswil-Dorf bus stop. All rooms have a mountain-view balcony or terrace and a flat-screen TV. On request, the property offers a transfer from Wilderswil train station or bus stop Lehngasse (Bus No 105) - for a small fee. Free WiFi is available and you can park your car on site for free. With at least 28 m² in size, the rooms at BnB Chalet Gafri are very spacious. They come with elegant stone floors with underfloor heating, a seating area, a safe and a refrigerator. Each unit also have a private bathroom with a shower and provided with a hairdryer and a make-up mirror. There is a shared laundry and ironing facilities, and a shared kitchen can be used on previous notice. Tea and coffee are available for free at the Gafri chalet. Gluten-free and lactose-free products are available for breakfast. The centre of Wilderswil and the Wilderswil Train Station can be reached on foot in 10 minutes.Show full description
Apartment.Great bar. Situated 18 km from Grindelwald Terminal and 22 km from Giessbachfälle in the centre of Interlaken, Independance Penthouse features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 5-star apartment offers a spa experience, with its sauna and hot tub. The apartment features facilities for disabled guests. The spacious apartment with a terrace and mountain views has 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Interlaken, like hiking. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 131 km from Independance Penthouse.Show full description
Independance Penthouse is a luxurious apartment with stunning mountain views and a terrace. It has spacious bedrooms and bathrooms, perfect for a comfortable stay. The modern design and contemporary furnishings make it stand out, and the nearby bus stop makes it convenient for exploring the area.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great views. Situated in Wilderswil, Berghotel Schynige Platte has a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The property is non-smoking and is set 13 km from Grindelwald Terminal. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. Berghotel Schynige Platte features some rooms with mountain views, and rooms are fitted with a kettle. The rooms have a shared bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wilderswil, like hiking. Giessbachfälle is 33 km from Berghotel Schynige Platte. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 143 km from the hotel.Show full description
This is the most creative and romantic boutique hotel in Lake Brienz.
Apartment.Lively. Located in Wilderswil, Holidayapartment Sydach offers accommodation within 22 km of Giessbachfälle. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. Guests at the apartment can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. The property is non-smoking and is set 17 km from Grindelwald Terminal. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 132 km from Holidayapartment Sydach.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Popular among couples. 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 Interlaken. Within a 3-minute walk you can reach the Ringgenberg train, bus and boat station. Wireless internet access is available in the entire hotel free of charge. At the reception you will get the Visitors Card Interlaken entitling to free use of public transportation within Interlaken and its surroundings. The property offers a bar with snacks. For meals, a take-away service from outside is available on request and can be consumed in the hotel.Show full description
Hip. The Seiler au Lac enjoys a peaceful location at the bank of Lake Brienz, with steamers and free buses to Interlaken stopping right in front of it. It offers free WiFi in the entire property and free parking. The rooms at the Seiler au Lac are spacious and have an en-suite bathroom and a TV. Fine Swiss and international cuisine is served in the elegant restaurant. Half board is available at a surcharge if you stay 3 nights or more.Show full description
This might be the coolest small hotel in Lake Brienz.
Apartment.Very cosy. Great location. Situated 18 km from Grindelwald Terminal and 22 km from Giessbachfälle in the centre of Interlaken, Dependance Penthouse features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Attractively set in the Central Interlaken district, this apartment provides a fitness centre, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The spacious apartment with a terrace and mountain views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private balcony. You can play billiards at this 5-star apartment, and the area is popular for skiing and cycling. Hiking can be enjoyed nearby. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 131 km from the apartment.Show full description
I think this is one of the most COSY apartments in Lake Brienz. It also has a great location and great affordability.
Apartment.Charming. Superb interior design. Offering garden views, S&P Mountain View Apartment 2 is an accommodation located in Wilderswil, 17 km from Grindelwald Terminal and 22 km from Giessbachfälle. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment. The spacious apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. A minimarket is available at the apartment. Sightseeing tours are available near the property. Skiing and hiking are possible within the area, and S&P Mountain View Apartment 2 offers ski storage space. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 132 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This might be one of the most WELL DESIGNED apartments in Lake Brienz.
Apartment. Situated in the centre of Interlaken, Dependance Ost features a spa and wellness centre, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive. This 5-star apartment features a spa experience, with its sauna and hot tub. The apartment with a terrace and mountain views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is located 18 km from Grindelwald Terminal. The property has an outdoor dining area. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. Ski storage space is available on-site and both skiing and hiking can be enjoyed within close proximity of the apartment. Giessbachfälle is 22 km from Dependance Ost. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 131 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Charming. Lovely interior design. Conveniently located in the centre of Interlaken, Dependance First is set in a historic building and offers express check-in and check-out and free private parking. This 5-star apartment offers a lift. Offering free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking apartment features a spa centre. The spacious apartment with a terrace and mountain views has 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private balcony. During the colder months, guests can enjoy winter sports in the surrounding area. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Interlaken, like hiking. Grindelwald Terminal is 18 km from Dependance First, while Giessbachfälle is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 132 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Dependance First is a charming hotel with a superb interior design and delightful decor. The rooms are well-equipped and spacious, with a large terrace providing mountain views. The hotel is centrally located, close to shops, restaurants, and bars, making it a convenient choice for visitors.
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Hotel-Restaurant Burgseeli with its spacious sunny terrace and cosy hotel rooms lies embedded in a beautiful natural landscape between Goldswil and Ringgenberg. A little off the beaten tourist path, you can get here in 10 minutes by car or by bus. Sheltered by the Hardergrat to its back, with its view of the idyllic natural swimming lake, the Burgseeli, and the Schynige Platte to the south, this accommodation offers access to leisure activities. Our restaurant, in an authentic, traditionally Swiss style with 90 indoor and 100 outdoor seats, can as host family reunions, business events, banquets, and festivities for up to 70 guests.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most stylish boutique hotels in Lake Brienz.
Apartment.Beautiful. Great views. Popular among couples. Apartment Ferreira offers studios with garden access and panoramic views in a quiet location of Iseltwald, 70 metres from Lake Brienz. Free on-site parking is available. The ground-floor studios feature a seating area with cable TV, free WiFi, a small kitchenette and a bathroom with bath tub. Various restaurants, a small grocery shop and the Iseltwald - Village Centre Bus Stop can be found within a radius of 250 metres. A direct access to the garden with sun loungers is provided. Interlaken and Brienz are 10 km away and the Hasliberg-Meiringen and Grindelwald Ski Areas are 25 km away.Show full description
This is a popular apartment among couples travelling to Lake Brienz.
Apartment. Set in Wilderswil and only 17 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Chalet Sunnmätteli offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated apartment features a building dating back to 1977, which is 22 km from the Giessbachfälle. The apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with mountain views. Guests at the apartment can enjoy skiing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 132 km from Chalet Sunnmätteli.Show full description
Holiday Home. Boasting mountain views, Zum Stillen Unicum features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 5.7 km from Giessbachfälle. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the holiday home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and slippers. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Skiing and hiking can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski equipment rental service and a ski pass sales point are also available on-site. Grindelwald Terminal is 42 km from the holiday home, while Freilichtmuseum Ballenberg is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Bern-Belp Airport, 75 km from Zum Stillen Unicum.Show full description
Apartment.Unique. Chalet Rosemarie is situated Ringgenberg, a 10 minute walk uphill from town. It offers panoramic views of the Lake Brienz and the village. The property is 50 km from Luzern and free private parking is provided. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. A dishwasher and an oven can be found in the kitchen. Towels and bed linen are featured at Chalet Rosemarie. Other facilities at Chalet Rosemarie include a barbecue. Interlaken is 4 km from Chalet Rosemarie, while Grindelwald is 14 km away. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including skiing and hiking. The nearest airport is Bern-Belp Airport, 38 km from Chalet Rosemarie.Show full description
Holiday Home.Newly opened, February 2024. Featuring garden views, -The Urbanist- Mountainview Parking Garden 3BD provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 20 km from Grindelwald Terminal. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 24 km from Giessbachfälle. The spacious holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a fridge. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Unterseen, like pub crawls. Skiing, cycling and walking tours are possible within the area, and -The Urbanist- Mountainview Parking Garden 3BD offers ski storage space. The nearest airport is Bern-Belp Airport, 50 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. B & B Jobins is located just above the village in a quiet residential area. From your seat you can enjoy the view over the village and the lake. When the weather is nice, you can enjoy breakfast on our terrace with a beautiful view. We have WIFI and parking. Only a short walk separates you from the village center with various restaurants, shops and the train station. You can also reach the lake and the boat station in a few minutes.Show full description
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Located in Iseltwald and only 13 km from Giessbachfälle, Brunners harzerhof provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views. The 1-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 25 km from Grindelwald Terminal. The property has an outdoor dining area. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Iseltwald, like hiking. Brunners harzerhof has a terrace and a barbecue. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 123 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This is likely one of the most RELAXING apartments in Lake Brienz. It also has beautiful surroundings.
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