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Grandhotel Giessbach

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel near Giessbach Falls

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Axalpstrasse, Giessbach, Brienz, BE, 3855
  • Place, Giessbach Falls
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Brienz
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystery Rooms
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double room with Forest View

Classic Double room with Forest View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double room with Forest View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double room with Waterfall View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double room with Waterfall View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe double room with lake view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe double room with lake view

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Franz Weber | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite Franz Weber

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Single Room with Forest View | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic Single Room with Forest View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic double room with rock view (no view) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic double room with rock view (no view)

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic single room with waterfall view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic single room with waterfall view

  • 151 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic single room with lake view

Classic single room with lake view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic single room with lake view

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic double room with waterfall view

Classic double room with waterfall view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic double room with waterfall view

  • 205 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic double room with lake view

Classic double room with lake view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Classic double room with lake view

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior double room with forest view

Superior double room with forest view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior double room with forest view

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior double room with lake view

Superior double room with lake view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Superior double room with lake view

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe double room with forest view

Deluxe double room with forest view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe double room with forest view

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe double room with waterfall view

Deluxe double room with waterfall view | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe double room with waterfall view

  • 301 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Davinet | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite Davinet

  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite Von Rappard | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite Von Rappard

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite Horace Edouard

Suite Horace Edouard | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite Horace Edouard

  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite Hauser

Suite Hauser | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite Hauser

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Kehrli | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite Kehrli

  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite Giessbach | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite Giessbach

  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite Giron | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite Giron

  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Brienz

In regional park.Stay at this Brienz hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Giessbach Falls and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Brienz. Also, Schweizer Holzbildhauerei Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ballenberg Open Air Museum is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Giessbach Falls - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Brienz - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ballenberg Open Air Museum - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Interlaken Casino - 17 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Mystery Rooms - 18 min drive - 11.9 miles

Getting around

  • Brienz Station - 7 min drive
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bergrestaurant First - ‬64 min drive
  • ‪Les Cascades - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Adi's Ski Bar - ‬66 min drive
  • ‪Seegarten - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Bellevue - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Grandhotel Giessbach

4-star luxury hotel near Giessbach Falls
Grandhotel Giessbach offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury Grandhotel Giessbach. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Brienz hotel.

  • 75 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Grandhotel Giessbach offers 75 accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Brienz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Hypo-allergenic bedding and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of Europe and Historic Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Uncovered self parking on site (CHF 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CHF 79

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 01 and March 19.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 25 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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 98.0 per day.

Property 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 4.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 7 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 4.00 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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: CHF 15 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 98.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: CHF 79

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Grandhotel Giessbach
Grandhotel Giessbach Brienz
Grandhotel Giessbach Hotel
Grandhotel Giessbach Hotel Brienz
Grandhotel Giessbach Swiss Alps
Grandhotel Giessbach Hotel
Grandhotel Giessbach Brienz
Grandhotel Giessbach Hotel Brienz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Grandhotel Giessbach to the airport?

Grandhotel Giessbach is 44.8 mi (55-min drive) away from the Bern (BRN-Belp) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Grandhotel Giessbach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Grandhotel Giessbach.

Does Grandhotel Giessbach offer free breakfast?

Grandhotel Giessbach offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Grandhotel Giessbach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Interlaken Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Grandhotel Giessbach?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Grandhotel Giessbach?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CHF 15 per day.

Does Grandhotel Giessbach have a pool?

Grandhotel Giessbach features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 01 to March 19.

Does Grandhotel Giessbach have a restaurant?

Grandhotel Giessbach is home to Les Cascades, which features Modern European cuisine.

Does Grandhotel Giessbach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Grandhotel Giessbach to downtown Brienz?

Grandhotel Giessbach is 0.4 mi away from Giessbach.

Grandhotel Giessbach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 320 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

hamad, pasadena

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best

We love this place and our specific room with great views. We have returned and returned and will try and include it next year’s trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've just returned from a 2 night stay at the Grandhotel Giessbach and wow, what a place! The hotel is certainly grand and is located in the most beautiful location I've ever seen, overlooking Lake Brienz with the Giessbach falls only metres away! The staff were all very pleasant, the breakfast was great, the bar was lovely, the Les Cascades restaurant was lovely, the surrounding park and trails were truly beautiful! However, my only complaint is that we had to pay 15CHF per night for parking. I think for the price you pay to stay at the hotel, parking should be included for that price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best way to describe this hotel is: straight out of a fairytale! The view from literally anywhere you look are absolutely spectacular. The hotel is 150 years old but they have done an outstanding job at conserving it authentic and classic look but with some modern and classic touches for comfort. You feel like you are transported in a time-capsule machine to a classic, glamorous and beautiful place. Certainly an experience that I would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well thought out rooms. Very clean and comfortable rooms. Loved the coffee/tea bar located on the third floor. The breakfast was fabulous- Huge selection of choices and very tasty. Enjoyed the outdoors restaurant- food very good and the outdoors areas were stunning. Wish food service in the outside garden went into the evening as it suited all age groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kiera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Solo Birthday Stay

Historic Hotel with a Waterfall on the grounds for my solo Birthday trip. Beautiful grounds but definitely not a flawless stay as I had hoped it would be for the price. Highlights were the very clean & cosy room, & endless views of the glacier Brienzersee Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grandhotel Giessbach was one of the top 10 properties I've ever stayed at. It has it all... luxury, atmosphere, privacy, dining options. etc. We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location and amazing views of the lake and waterfalls. The servi
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesinthan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely magical!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the waterfall
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pricey but worth every penny.

The best hotel experience a person could have. It is very pricey but worth every penny especially for special occasions. We paid extra for an unbelievable lake AND. waterfall views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are wonderful and the view of the falls is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

valerie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The buffet breakfast was amazing and included in the room rate. We had beautiful weather and took the ferry ride to Interlaken which we highly recommend doing. The walk to the falls is a must. Altogether a wonderful experience in this historic luxury hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jee Khoon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property has great views of the lake and is convenient to get to if you have a car. If not you have to take the boat to get to the hotel. The only problem we had during our stay was the limited options of food available as there are no restaurants nearby besides the hotel restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gaspar Rivera

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything was great just our room had a really bad smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DARIO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
charming with great views, one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DARIO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing! great views and beautiful rooms !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice natural area and good room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Beautiful Grand Hotel, needs some TLC. Staff is very unfriendly and rude attitude
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The View of the lake was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024