Nestled in the historical district, Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet, a cozy terrace for al fresco dining, and shopping on site. Enjoy skiing at this hotel with ski shuttle and passes or relax in the sauna. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.
Interlaken Ost Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Bern (BRN-Belp) - 45 min drive
Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 120 min drive
Interlaken West Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
Wilderswil Station - 9 min walk
BOB Train Station - Schynige Platte Railway - 9 min walk
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Migros Restaurant - 4 min drive
Luna Piccante - 9 min walk
West End - 4 min drive
Heimwehfluh - 9 min drive
Little Thai - 4 min drive
About this property
Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn
Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn features a ski shuttle and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Mystery Rooms. After relaxing in the sauna, guests can grab a bite to eat at Arvenstuebli, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Ski passes and storage are also available. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, German
At a glance
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Hotel size
46 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Uncovered onsite self parking (CHF 10 per day)
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Offsite
Ski shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
What to do
Shopping
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Skydiving nearby
Sledding nearby
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Conference space (1722 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Ski storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1706
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Sauna
Banquet hall
Ski
Ski passes
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Ski storage
Downhill skiing nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Ski rental shops
Snowshoeing nearby
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Arvenstuebli - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CHF 200.00 per stay
Breakage deposit: CHF 250.00 per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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
Optional extras
Ski shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of CHF 100 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CHF 100 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CHF 50.0 per night
Pets
Pet deposit: CHF 18 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 18 per pet, per day
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs CHF 10 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Baeren Bear
Baeren Bear Wilderswil
Hotel Baeren Bear Inn
Hotel Baeren Bear Inn Wilderswil
Hotel Bären Bear Inn Wilderswil
Hotel Bären Bear Inn
Bären Bear Wilderswil
Bären Bear
Baren The Bear Inn Wilderswil
Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn Hotel
Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn Wilderswil
Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn Hotel Wilderswil
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 18 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of CHF 18 per stay.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn?
Yes. Self parking costs CHF 10 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge of CHF 100 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of CHF 100 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Interlaken Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a sauna and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn?
Yes, Arvenstuebli offers alfresco dining.
What's the area around Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn like?
Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Wilderswil Station and 9 minutes' walk from Unspunnen Castle.
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Hotel Bären - The Bear Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, fantastic, and one of the best property breakfasts. (18 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2024
Great location, fab breakfast, original 300 year old Swiss hotel, very nice staff.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2024
Great room and great breakfast!
Alby
Alby, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2024
We absolutely loved this place! I wish we could stay longer!
jonathon
jonathon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
This was our final stop in Switzerland and our best! The hotel was quaint and charming, the restaurant cheerful with delicious food and tasteful presentation. We could walk to the train station or to the grocery. A wonderful experience.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2022
Clean rooms, friendly staff and great breakfast!!
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2024
Great place brilliant staff
d
d, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
The staff were friendly and helpful. The accommodations were clean with an authentic feel of a 350 year old establishment. Food was good. Would stay there again.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 30, 2024
Nice location
JITESHKUMAR
JITESHKUMAR, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2023
Fantastic place to stay, great value within easy reach of the local railway station.
Highly recommended, we will definitely stay here again
Doug
Doug, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Great start to the new year!
Thanks to all the team at Hotel Baren. We had a lovely time. The Silvester party was fun. The food was amazing. Breakfast excellent. Loved our room with a view of the mountains. Lashings of hot water. Good sauna. Many thanks again!
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2023
location and breakfast.
zhengge
zhengge, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2024
wonderful views from balcony, nice historic building, fabulous breakfast, friendly staff, lovely restaurant for dinner, walkable neighborhood, fresh scent of cows, perfect place!
Toby
Toby, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2023
Nice hotel
Sateesh
Sateesh, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
This is my second time staying here
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
cosy atmosphere
MIFUYU
MIFUYU, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2022
Location, eccentric room, well appointed, very pleasant surrounding area, incredible staff, top-tier breakfast.
Scott
Scott, 15-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 5, 2024
We liked this hotel very much. The only issue for us was lugging multiple pieces of heavy luggage up several flights of stairs.
Arnold
Arnold, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 16, 2024
Nice. Very friendly front desk and restaurant help.
Mason
Mason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2023
Nice room, convenient location
KENNETH
KENNETH, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2023
Beautifully situated in a quiet village oozing with ambiance. Wonderful breakfasts, fantastic scenery and helpful and accommodating staff. Would love to stay here again.
Brent
Brent, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2023
Loved the charm, made the village experience so much better. Would definitely stay here again.
Griselda
Griselda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2023
We love our stay. The staff, the food, the place.... uff we love our stay!
Normarie
Normarie, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 15, 2023
We had a good stay. The hotel is old, other than that, everything else is pretty good, especially the breakfast, a lot of options.
Chengling
Chengling, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2023
Great hotel to stay nearby Interlaken! Highly recommended
Himal
Himal, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2024
I got exactly what I wanted out of an old Swiss property. The staff was very nice. The broom was comfortable with the private bathroom and shower. The bed was nice with the TV in the room and everything went very well. The restaurant was excellent and for 300-year-old hotel they've done a great job at at keeping up with the times inside.