Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn

3.0 star property
3-star ski hotel near Lake Thun

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Interior entrance
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Quadruple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Oberdorfstrasse 1, Wilderswil, BE, 3812
  • Place, Gasthof Baeren
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorfmuseum "Alte Mühle"
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystery Rooms
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Superior Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Wilderswil

Near the slopes.You'll be steps from Gasthof Baeren and within a 10-minute walk of Dorfmuseum "Alte Mühle". Skydive Interlaken and Seilpark Interlaken are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gasthof Baeren - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dorfmuseum "Alte Mühle" - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Skydive Interlaken - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Seilpark Interlaken - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mystery Rooms - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wilderswil Station - 9 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie 17 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante west end - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jungfrau Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Delicias Algarve - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stella Swiss Quality Hotel - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn

3-star ski hotel near Lake Thun
Getting to the slopes is a breeze with the hotel's ski shuttle (surcharge). Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn helps provide the perfect ski vacation with ski storage and shopping on site. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Wilderswil hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1722 sq ft of conference space
  • 160 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1706
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn offers 46 accommodations with hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Uncovered self parking on site (CHF 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CHF 100
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CHF 100
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 18 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of CHF 18 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 50.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: CHF 200.00 per stay
  • Breakage deposit: CHF 250.00 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other 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: From 1 November - 31 March, CHF 2.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, CHF 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 1.00 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 10 per day
  • Pet deposit: CHF 18 per stay
  • Pet fee: CHF 18 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: CHF 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CHF 100 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 50.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Baeren Bear
Baeren Bear Wilderswil
Hotel Baeren Bear Inn
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Bären Bear Wilderswil
Bären Bear
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn to the airport?

Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn is 32.8 mi (45-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 - The Bear Inn?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn on Jun 14, 2026 start from $240, 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.

Does Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn.

Does Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn offer free breakfast?

Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Interlaken Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in costs CHF 100 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for CHF 10 per day.

Does Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn have a pool?

Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn have a restaurant?

Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn is home to Arvenstuebli, which features al fresco dining, light fare, and brunch.

Does Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn to downtown Wilderswil?

Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn is 0.4 mi away from Wilderswil.

Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 778 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 778 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 778 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 778 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 778 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, great dining options!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and nice staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jorunn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Area was nice, good breakfast, quaint hotel, nice village.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ripudaman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views Great location Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nihal

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good facilities, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice restaurant for dinner and breakfast, parking, in neighborhood, older hotel but in good condition, close to interlaken.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Alby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff and great breakfast!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good restaurant!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, fab breakfast, original 300 year old Swiss hotel, very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, great value within easy reach of the local railway station. Highly recommended, we will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dixie Mae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasant stay, immersing ourselves into Swiss life.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this place! I wish we could stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, clean, and beautiful surroundings. Close to many local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

zhengge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place brilliant staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, eccentric room, well appointed, very pleasant surrounding area, incredible staff, top-tier breakfast.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sateesh

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Baren exceeded all my expectations. It was cozy, clean, and the staff were so accommodating. I cannot recommend this place enough. We also enjoyed using the sauna facilities and the breakfast was great. We came a little late one day and the server made us more eggs and bacon fresh. Beautiful area as well close to a bus stop.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ananya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property with friendly staff and lovely service. The restaurant serves delish food !! Wilderswil is a quaint town with swiss houses around and expansive views of snow clad mountains. Our room offered view of the snow clad mountains and cosy setting inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JITESHKUMAR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully situated in a quiet village oozing with ambiance. Wonderful breakfasts, fantastic scenery and helpful and accommodating staff. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

KENNETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Griselda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the charm, made the village experience so much better. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful views from balcony, nice historic building, fabulous breakfast, friendly staff, lovely restaurant for dinner, walkable neighborhood, fresh scent of cows, perfect place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024