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Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4.0 star property
4-star hotel in Old City of Bern

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Front of property
Quadruple / Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast (CHF 22 per person)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Schauplatzgasse 4, Bern, BE, 3011
  • Federal Palace
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bern Rose Garden
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Wankdorf Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Triple Room

  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Quadruple / Family Room

Quadruple / Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Quadruple / Family Room

  • 473 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (XS) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Double Room (XS)

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Non Smoking

Classic Double Room, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Classic Double Room, Non Smoking

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Bern

City center retreat .With a stay at this Old City of Bern hotel, you'll be steps from Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Federal Palace. Church of the Holy Ghost and Gardens are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Federal Palace - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kursaal Bern - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bern Rose Garden - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bern Expo - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Wankdorf Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Vinci - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rösterei Kaffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Santa Lucia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beeler Confiserie AG - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Reinhard - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4-star hotel in Old City of Bern
As a guest of Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz, you'll find a fitness center, a library, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.

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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz offers 69 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

This Bern hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CHF 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (47 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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 staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.

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 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: approximately CHF 22 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property does not provide air conditioning for guestrooms not facing street side.

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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz to the airport?

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz is 5.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Bern (BRN-Belp) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz on May 25, 2025 start from $219.49, excluding 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.

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz.

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CHF 22 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Jackpot Spielcasino Bern (6-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz have a pool?

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz to downtown Bern?

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz is 0.2 mi away from Innere Stadt.

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 770 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 770 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 770 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 770 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 770 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

In a quiet alley in the centre of town

We were welcomed and checked in warmly by reception. We had also pre-registered online by the welcome email from Hotel Baren. Their staff went the extra mile to provide extra latex pillow and fixed the safe locking error when requested. We booked the Comfort room which faces the back of the surrounding buildings but we figured the view is likely to be due to the different sizes of the room. The hotel escape floor plan showed the rooms were different sizes on the same floor. Hotel was an easy walk from the Bern Station. Many historic sites are within 10 to 15 minutes walk from the hotel. The Saturday market was next to the hotel. A very pleasant stay and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel located in a central area in Bern. About a 5 minute walk to the train station. Rooms are small but doable, especially for a night or two. Coffee and tea are free in the lobby. You can also purchase a glass of wine or make any drink available for an extra fee. Right next to an amazing coffee shop with fantastic muffins. Also 7 minutes away from a cool cocktail bar called Department 66. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori Paige

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked a triple room for myself and two friends. The hotel was in a perfect location right near the market and Bundeshaus. Everything in Bern was very walkable and we had a great trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuk Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Tampa

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

10/10 Excellent

Teresita

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel staff, especially Jessica, were very pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

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

Bern Trip

Very convenient to all spots in Bern, including the train station and Parliament (where we saw a very nice seasonal light show). The staff was friendly and helpful. However, the beds were very comfortable, who thought putting two twins together makes a queen. I could swear I reserved the single queen bed. The beds had wooden rails around them and the mattresses were extremely uncomfortable. We also did not have A/C or any fan options. Though it was cold outside this caused us to open a window until during the morning a cat was making noise and we were concerned it would come inside. I would recommend this hotel for it convivence to spots in Bern, friendly staff and cleanliness, but be aware of these limitations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hervé

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful, historic hotel in the centre of Bern, but if you're planning on doing any kind of sleeping, go elsewhere. They even provide basic (and hopeless) ear plugs next to the bed. I paid 150 CHF for a night here, and checked out within 4 hours. Even with my Sony Noise Cancelling headphones, I had a headache after being in the room for 30 minutes. Go elsewhere. Find a hotel just a few roads parallel to this one... it'll make all the difference. Lovely hotel receptionists though, very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario, Kansas City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located close to train station. Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is rather basic, but very clean and conveniently located. Windows facing the street- not the main one, but still street noise could be noticed. Staff is great, and very helpful. We booked the cheapest room- it is small, other rooms are larger and better. Free happy hour drink was a pleasant surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful - very helpful. The location was excellent - very central in the heart of Bern. I also loved the rooms and bathrooms were also great.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great location, clean, lovely decor, very friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Merlin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

michael g

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel located close to the heritage listed old town of Berne- great location for a walking discovery of the town. Friendly and helpfull staff. Complimentary machine coffe available 24 hours and a happy time each evening with a complimentary drink( good range) and nibbles.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, great breakfast - closed to train station and BundesHaus. Love the hotel so much that I extended my stay and was sad to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, comfortable and central in the city
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación, cerca de la estación del tren y staff muy amable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Wonderful Bern

Convenient and a short walk from Bern train station. The Saturday we were check in, there was a Saturday market with many stalls. Free coffee and beverage counter on ground floor. From 3pm, guests were treated to a free first drink. Reception were very helpful and chatty. Room was basic and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great about this hotel: location close to train station, very walkable, close to dining and local activities, very friendly and helpful staff, clean hotel. The only reason I took away one star was you can hear the people above you walking in their room, and the room smelled musty (probably due to carpet).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024