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Old City Gem • Very Comfy Bed • Bakery Downstairs

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom754 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Bern, Canton of Bern
  • Place, Federal Palace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Berner Munster
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bern Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bern

Located in Old City of Bern, this apartment is next to Zahringerbrunnen and Bern Clock Tower. The apartment includes a kitchen, a sofa bed, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Bern Clock Tower - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Federal Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Berner Munster - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bern Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bern Art Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Bern (ZDJ-Bern Railway Station) - 9 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casino Bern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Brasserie Anker - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Adriano's Bar & Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Beef Steakhouse & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Einstein - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Old City Gem • Very Comfy Bed • Bakery Downstairs

• Prime Location: Nestled in the oldest part of Bern's historic city center.
• Proximity to Major Sites: Close to restaurants, cafés, shops, bars, and Bern's highlights.
• Transportation: Less than a minute from bus and tram lines.
• Stellar Reviews: Over 2000 positive reviews (incl. other platforms) vouching for the quality of our property.

Immerse yourself in the Bernese experience! Centrally located in the historic city center with prime convenience. Your perfect stay is just a click away – reserve your dates today!

Conveniences and comforts:
• Indulge in the luxury of a well-equipped eat-in kitchen with basic supplies like coffee, oil, salt, and pepper.
• Enjoy a private bathroom with a shower, soft towels, a hairdryer, shampoo, and hand and body soap.
• Your sleeping comfort is ensured with a queen-sized bed featuring a memory foam mattress. Bed linens provided.
• For added flexibility, there's also a sofa bed that can accommodate up to three guests (to a maximum of 5 guests occupancy).


Charmingly Unique Layout:
• Experience the unique charm of classic Bernese architecture.
• Access your kitchen and bathroom by strolling across a short landing through the house's delightful spiral stairwell.

Privacy:
• Despite sharing a stairwell with other apartments, your space is entirely private.
• Rest easy, knowing you won't be sharing your space with anyone else.
• Kindly acknowledge this unique feature before securing your booking.
• Encountering others in this pass through space is a rare occurrence.

Other details to note:

• Our well-lit, secure stairwell with a convenient handrail is shared by all apartments in the building but rarely occupied.
• For the comfort of certain guests, like the elderly and very young, we recommend assistance when navigating the stairs.
• Price is quoted as double occupancy in one bed, when traveling as 2 people and request the sofa bed as well, there is a one-time 25 Swiss Franc linen fee.
• We cannot accommodate children under 3 years except under special circumstances.

Group Getaways Made Easy:
• Travelling with a group? You can reserve multiple apartments.
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The Bern Visitor Tax is NOT INCLUDED in your booking fees. Collected in Cash upon arrival 5.30 CHF/per person over 16 years/night (reduced rate of 1.50 for age 6-16, free 6 and under).
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 754 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check the WELCOME GUIDE for a copy of the check-out directions.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Children 3 and over are allowed.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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 cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this apartment?

This apartment is situated in Old City of Bern, just steps from Bern Clock Tower and Zahringerbrunnen, and within a short walk of Berner Munster. You'll also find Bern Town Hall and Bern Historical Museum less than a mile away.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Bern (BRN-Belp), which is 11 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Old City Gem • Very Comfy Bed • Bakery Downstairs Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location for exploring Bern, the local bars, shops, and restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing. Loved the historic details of the apartment and the location was fabulous. It was close to wonderful bakeries and restaurants. Communication with the hosts was easy and prompt. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in the heart of Bern's old city was absolutely perfect. The attention to detail was greatly appreciated. The apartment was extremely clean and charming, and could not be in a more ideal location. We had a car rental and found parking just minutes away.Rob and Sara went above and beyond to ensure our every need was cared for.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment

Very clean, very organised and really helpful and welcoming hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dannette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I love this apartment

Great location, roomy, only one flight up. Pay washer dryer available I can’t wait to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Old Town Bern

A wonderful old world architectural apartment with modern comfortable amenities right in the center of Alstadt Bern. The hosts have thought of everything for your comfort. The location is right where you want to be. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

N N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bern old city

a three week stay in the center of the old city. Comfortable, quiet and convenient location. Hope to return someway. Thank you Sara and Rob
Stayed 25 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

Fantastic launching point to explore Switzerland

Awesome apartment in the heart of old Bern where you can explore the charming streets, delicious restaurants and cool shops. A quick walk to the train station and you can easily enjoy day trips to most parts of the country in under 90 mins. Sara and Rob are excellent hosts who will be sure to make time to visit with you and provide tips that ensure you are getting the vacation experience you are after.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Switzerland 2024

This apartment was an amazing spot for us! We were able to catch the bus and get to the train station quickly. We were also able to get walk pretty much anywhere we needed to go. The space was perfect for the three of us and had everything we needed. The owners were on top of it and answered any questions we had quickly and efficiently.We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tianne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic & Unique Dream Flat in Old Town Bern!

Wonderful stay in this lovely flat. Rooms were unique and beautiful! Living space was separate from kitchen & bath via hallway which made it fun & giving us the entire 1st floor! Windows looked out on to streets of Old Town Bern filled with cafe's, shops, interesting monuments, people and close to the Arie river & Bear Park! Such a wonderful experience we had our 1st time ever as a family in this area & wonderful communication with the hosts! If we are lucky enough to travel there again we would absolutely stay there in Bern!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A unique experience!

My wife and I really enjoyed staying in Rob and Sara’s place. The apartment is right around 300 years old and is full of unique historical items, such as the restored original floor, the original tile stove, the beautifully hand painted closet and various other cool features. At the same time the apartment has a modern kitchen and bathroom. Great place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Old Town Bern

This was our third stay in this wonderful, centrally-located apartment building over a 10-year period. Everything you could possible need in Bern is just steps away. The apartment is well-equipped and very comfortable, with all modern conveniences, despite the centuries-old historic setting. Rob and Sara are great hosts, ready to help with any questions and to ensure an enjoyable stay in Bern. Thanks for another enjoyable stay. Hope to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect location

The apartment was clean, comfortable and well appointed. We were very comfortable and had plenty of room. Communication with the host was always very helpful and responses were quick and timely. Bern is a beautiful city with wonderful attractions, restaurants and shops. This location was in a perfect location and lent itself very well to walking everywhere. Including the train station. Thank you Rob and Sara for your hospitality and a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my first time to the city of Bern and this property could not have been more perfect. The location is right in old town and we were able to easily walk to the attractions within Old Town. It’s convenient to Tram Stops and having the Bern Ticket provided by Rob and Sara made it very easy to venture outside of Old Town.The apartment is very spacious. The kitchen has everything you need. We used it everyday for our morning coffee and one of our meals. The layout is different than other properties I’ve stayed at in the past, but recognizing that this apartment is in a building that has historical significance only makes it more charming. We truly appreciated how well-kept and maintained this historical property was.The instructions and communications provided by Rob and Sara are very clear and they are very quick to respond to any questions or concerns you have.I would definitely stay here again if I find I have the grand opportunity to return to Bern someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danyelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

I can't say enough positive things about this property. The location is perfect - walking distance to all the sights in old town, shopping, restaurants, and transportation. Despite this, the apartment was very quiet and cozy every night. The apartment is clean, airy, and very comfortable. There is also a lovely bakery next door that we visited almost every morning. Check in/out was a breeze and Rob was always helpful with assistance and suggestions. You can't go wrong with this property and my family hopes to return again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEPHAN C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Gem and remarkable host in Bern!

The flat in Bern exceeded our expectations in every way! The place was immaculately clean, beautifully decorated, and perfectly located in the heart of the city. We were within walking distance to all the main attractions, yet enjoyed a peaceful and quiet stay. Our host was exceptional, warm, attentive, and welcoming. He provided us with valuable insights and recommendations for exploring Bern, making our stay even more enjoyable. His attention to detail and thoughtful touches made us feel right at home. We highly recommend this home to anyone visiting Bern. It's a true gem and a perfect base for exploring this stunning city. We fell in love with Bern. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place in a great location

This apartment was a great place in a great location. I can't say enough about staying in Bern old town, a block away from the Zytlogge clock tower and a few blocks from the main cathedral. Super walkable. The apartment's bedroom was dark and quiet through the night (if you close the windows, because cathedral bells, of course!). As I saw from the listing, the bathroom and kitchen are separated from the main unit by the stairwell, and while this was initially awkward, it also added a lot of ambience to the old European experience and ended up working out great in our routines. Owner was A+ communicative throughout the stay and all of the owner-provided info was well thought out. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Living, Breathing, Architectural History

Do not miss the rare and delightful opportunity to enter the 18th century in this lovingly-preserved, family-owned building. Discover unique features everywhere you look, from coffered ceilings to hand-wrought hardware to early tromp l'oeil paintings to carefully-preserved cabinetry. The host and his family provide a gracious welcome and many thoughtful touches to enhance your exploration of Bern and its environs, and the apartments are immaculately clean. If you demand Holiday Inn amenities, find and stay at a Holiday Inn. If you prefer an authentic experience in a piece of living history, stay here while you can. You'll make memories to last a lifetime.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jen v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment!

Excellent location! Clean and spacious apartment. Host was quick to respond and gave good restaurant recommendations and helpful tips for floating down the river (an amazing experience for those in our family that did it!). All check in/check out details and other instructions are well explained via VRBO email, a video and a binder in the apartment. Apartment has labels throughout with helpful instructions (how to use the dishwasher, a reminder to close the windows, etc.). Well stocked kitchen in terms of utensils and pantry basics. It was nice to have laundry on site—there is no laundromat in Bern. Cost was 6CHF to wash and another 6 CHF to dry. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

6/10 Okay

David J.

Great place but very noisy

If it weren't for the noise, we'd give this flat another star. It's lovely, in a very convenient location and generally has everything you may need in a holiday home. So, if noise isn't an issue for you, and you'd like to be in a bright, comfortable flat, then this would be a good choice. For us, the noise meant very little sleep. There's the street noise until well after midnight from passers-by, and then the refuse collection around 6 each morning followed by general deliveries. Then for the weekend there's the street market directly under the flat with dozens of stands being set up.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bunny D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best location in Bern

We stayed for 7 nights and loved the location. We even loved the sounds of the bells ringing in the towers nearby. There are restaurants, bakeries and lovely shopping within steps. The apartment was very clean and neat. Rob and Sara are great hosts and responded quickly to requests and questions. They take great pride in their property. We did not fully understand the layout of the apartment when we booked (now there is a floor plan added). The access to the nice bathroom and lovely kitchen is by exiting the bedroom/living room, walking across a hallway (that has access to upper apartment and lower hallway) into a separate door. These rooms are only occupied by the guests who rent the apartment so in that since they are private. Once we got used to that layout, we were fine, it was just a surprise. However, this apartment in the charming 500 year old building has been lovingly updated, is spacious and very comfortable. We will definitely request to stay again when we are back in Bern. Thank you Rob and Sara.
View out apartment front window
View out apartment front window
Hallway to Bathroom and kitchen.
View from Bathroom - kitchen to Bedroom-living room via common hallway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Axel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historische Wohnung in perfekter Lage

Wir haben die Eindrücke der Stadt Bern in der Nähe sehr genossen, konnten auch in der Wohnung die Ruhe genießen. Die Gerätschaften in Küche und Bad waren sehr brauchbar und die Räumlichkeiten sehr ok für uns als Kleinfamilie mit Teenager. Danke für alles und vielleicht bis bald noch einmal.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Einfache nur schön

Wir haben uns seher wohlgefühlt das große bett super. Nur die Couch soll doch ein bisschen unbequem gewesen sein.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Amazing location and communicative hosts. We will be back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bern retreat

My family and I stayed here for 4 nights and had a wonderful time. The property itself is great - amazing location, secure and comfortable. The owners Rob and Sara were great to work with and were very communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022