Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4.0 star property
Upscale Bern hotel in Old City of Bern with fitness centre

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Hallway
Exterior
Front of property
Quadruple / Family Room
Lobby lounge
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • BarBarBar
  • GymGymGym

Explore the area

Map
Schauplatzgasse 4, Bern, BE, 3011
  • Popular LocationFederal Palace2 min walk
  • Popular LocationKursaal Bern12 min walk
  • Popular LocationWankdorf Stadium6 min drive
  • AirportBern (BRN-Belp)21 min drive

Room options

Classic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Triple Room

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Quadruple / Family Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Double Room (XS)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - double
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Classic Double Room, Non Smoking

9.9/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Bern

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz puts you in the heart of Bern, within steps of Federal Palace and Prison Tower (Kafigturm). Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available daily. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Near this 4-property class Old City of Bern hotel, you'll find Wankdorf Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Federal Palace - 2 min walk
  • Kursaal Bern - 12 min walk
  • Bern Rose Garden - 5 min drive
  • Wankdorf Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Bern Expo - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Bern (ZDJ-Bern Railway Station) - 4 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rösterei Kaffee - 2 min walk
  • Entrecôte Café Fédéral - 1 min walk
  • Santa Lucia - 2 min walk
  • Da Vinci - 2 min walk
  • Restaubistrobar gut gelaunt - 1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Upscale Bern hotel in Old City of Bern with fitness centre
As a guest of Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz, you'll find a fitness centre, a library, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz.

This 4-star Bern hotel is smoke free.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz offers 69 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

This Bern hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: CHF 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 3:30 AM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 0.00 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 20.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 1.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 4.30 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 20 per person
  • Pet fee: CHF 0.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

As of 23 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz on 24 May 2024 start from AU$322.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz.

Is Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

No, Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

Furry friends are welcome at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz, with food and water bowls on offer.

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 603 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 603 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 603 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nava

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elphie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was close to train station and walkable to all the pretty sites

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean, well located.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

connor

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Eda, Kanata

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the main station. Easy to walk around the city from the hotel or get any transport. Room was spacious, with plenty of space for 2 suitcases. Need to be careful with the shower - at the wrong angle it can mean that water goes everywhere. Breakfast available, but we didn't try it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Paid £268 for one night in a box room in the attic, not even a free bottle of water
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023