Hotel National Bern

2.0 star property
Hotel in Bern with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Exterior
Economy Single Room | Balcony
Twin Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Lobby sitting area
Staircase

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Hirschengraben 24, Bern, 3011
  • Place, Federal Palace
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bern Art Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Berner Munster
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Economy Single Room (External Private Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Economy Twin Room (External Private Bathroom)

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Economy Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Bern

Located in Monbijou within a 5-minute walk of Church of the Holy Ghost, Hotel National Bern is within a 15-minute stroll of Bundeshäuser. This 45-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Federal Palace - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bern Art Museum - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bern Historical Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Berner Munster - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kursaal Bern - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bern (ZDJ-Bern Railway Station) - 5 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brezelkönig - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cavallo Star - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Allresto - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel National Bern

Hotel in Bern with free breakfast and a restaurant
Hotel National Bern features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and a computer station. You'll find limited parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, access to locker space, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a library, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Electric kettles, hair dryers, and phones are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 28 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1908
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 10.00 per pet, per day

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 25.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 1.50 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 28 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 10.00 per pet, per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 25.0 per night

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Nearby construction work may cause some noise disturbance.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.

Property is also known as

National Bern
Hotel National Bern Bern
Hotel National Bern Hotel
Hotel National Bern Hotel Bern

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel National Bern?

Hotel National Bern provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Hotel National Bern?

This hotel is situated in Monbijou, just steps from Bundeshäuser, and within a 10-minute walk of Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Gardens. You'll also find Bern Art Museum and Bern Historical Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel National Bern?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does Hotel National Bern feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel National Bern doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel National Bern?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel National Bern good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and free breakfast at this hotel.

Does Hotel National Bern have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel National Bern have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel National Bern serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Hotel National Bern allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel National Bern for a fee of CHF 10.00 per pet, per day.

Does Hotel National Bern have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel National Bern?

The closest major airport to Hotel National Bern is Bern (BRN-Belp), which is 6 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel National Bern?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel National Bern.

Hotel National Bern Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 318 out of 668 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 668 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 668 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 668 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 668 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Central location with great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Klemens

Clean room, friendly staff. Rather small room though.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind lady at the front desk who helped us with checking in, parking, the public transport and choosing dining options. The rooms are nice and the atmosphere is really cozy as well! Would stay here longer if we could!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorunn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanlyness, centrally located, good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danilyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good. Location was perfect, no need for a car as a tram stop is in front of the hotel. Restaurants and shops are nearby. Check in/out was quick and efficient. They don’t have a parking garage but there is a public one for 35 francs for the whole day about 1.5 blocks away. No complaints. Will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

A nice place to relax.

We had a relaxing time here. Being close to the train terminal helps. I recommend you buy a plug adapter since what we brought from the U.S. was not a match. The front desk lady was helpful. The breakfast was continental, but not a breakfast that takes orders. Though our room faced the main road, it wasn't loud as night fell. The rooms were clean and relaxing. This is a good place I would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Marguerite

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didnt like my room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Fatima

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean. There was not many choices for breakfast but staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed in a small single room on the 4th floor for two nights. My room was simple but very neat and clean. The layout is a bit strange. Breakfast is ok, but limited. My main challenge was the noise level and long check-in time. On the second night the noise was extremely loud from the theatre near the hotel. It stopped a bit after 11pm but the room was definitely not sound proof and it made for a non-peaceful evening in my room. I also thought it was overpriced for a small single room. But it definitely felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ana on reception was so incredibly helpful and went out of her way to ensure we had a good stay in Bern. The room was lovely and the hotel is in a convenient location near the train station and bus station.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Piali, San Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic building with high ceilings. Comfortable beds. Tram noise and people outside require closed windows at night. Friendly front desk staff, restaurant staff seemed put out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fei

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

CHAN CHU

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Point Cook

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff made us feel very welcome and no question was too much trouble for them. Suggestions were also made to allow us to save money. Great location, a short walk from the main train station and only a few blocks from the old town area. We used the Bern Welcome ticket to take a tram from almost right outside the hotel to the Gurtenbahn and had a lovely lunch at the top and rode the Rodelbahn Had a lovely time in Bern and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lana

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Food was excellent. Room is a little hot without AC.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location close to city and train station
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and delightful boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie, Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean, accessible to the tourist area and the staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

tania

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Elevator
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

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

Charming Bern hotel

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

AMITABH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location and staff were great. The rooms could use upgrading, though. And the bathroom was pitifully small.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Josee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very small, much smaller than indicated in the description when I booked. It was definitely smaller than the price I paid justified.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointing stay

Arrived at 10 to 4pm, checked in and was given an upgrade. Went to room and it was not ready. Bed being made, then room vacuumed. Very small room, suitcase had to be placed on the floor. Toilet squeezed in between wall and shower, not much room (both of us are average sized people). Could make coffee or tea but no milk available. This room was not an upgrade ! Next night was in an IBIS Hotel - we stayed in a better room !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025