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Balmers Hostel

Hotel room
Hauptstrasse 23 – 33, Interlaken, Switzerland Map
Rated Exceptional 4.76
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  • Wi-Fi
  • Hot tub
  • Pets allowed

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About the Place

Come to Balmers and stay in the oldest private hostel in Switzerland! Our hostel is situated in three traditional Swiss wooden chalets that surround a courtyard, terras and garden. The look and feel of our accommodation can best be described as playful, comfy and unique. We cater to active travellers that come to Interlaken to explore the Alps. After a day in the mountains, come home to our hostel where you can clean the equipment and store it away safely. In the guest kitchen, you’ll find all the amenities needed to cook yourself a nutritious meal. No need to plan your meals ahead, as the supermarket is just 2min walk away and open 365days a year. After food, it's time to relax! Treat your sore muscles in our outside jacuzzi that's free for guests to use. You can stream your favourite movie in our cosy TV room or get comfortable in front of the fireplace. Other popular spots in the hostel are the music room, equipped with two pianos and a guitar, and the hammock/meditation/yoga room. Known as the adventure capital of Europe, Interlaken is the perfect destination for enthusiasts of the outdoors. Prepare to be awed when you start to explore the stunning Swiss Alps that rise up behind Interlaken. Mönch, Eiger, and Jungfrau are among the most well-known peaks in the area, all summits around 4000m. Surrounding these peaks lies a rugged landscape with alpine tundra, glaciers, canyons, forest, waterfalls and glacial lakes. Our reception staff know all the great hikes, bike trails and sightseeing spots in the region. Talk to them if you want help with planning next day’s adventure or if you want more info on the activities such as paragliding, skydiving, rafting and canyoning.

Hotel Facilities

  • Hot tub
  • Pets allowed
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Essentials
  • Terrace
  • Bath
  • Wi-Fi
  • Heating

Room type

  • Double Room

     Sleeps 2
  • Twin Room

     Sleeps 2
  • Private 4-bed

     Sleeps 4
  • Bed in 4-Bed Dorm

     Sleeps 1
  • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm

     Sleeps 1
  • Bed in 8-bed dorm

     Sleeps 1
  • Bed in 10-Bed Dorm

     Sleeps 1
  • Bed in 6-Bed Dorm

     Sleeps 1
  • Private 6-bed

     Sleeps 6
  • Private 8-bed

     Sleeps 8
  • Standard Single Room

     Sleeps 1
Location details and gay map for Interlaken
The property is located: Hauptstrasse 23 – 33, Interlaken, Switzerland
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Rules & conditions

Check-in:
from 4pm to 12am
Checkout:
from 1am to 10am
Legal Name:
Balmers Hostel
Type of accommodation:
Agency Partner
Please find here the specific Terms & Conditions applicable to Agency Partner listings.

Accommodation policies

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

No parking available.

Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Children are not allowed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.

Important information

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please note that guests under 18 years old can't be accommodated in a dormitory. Please note that there are no elevators in the property. Please note that dogs cannot be accommodated in the dormitory rooms. Please note that the free parking is located 800 metres from the property. The property offers a free bus pass. There is a paid public parking at 60 metres from the hostel. Please note that when booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Diners club No creditcards accepted, only cash Mastercard Visa American express
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