Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4.0 star property
Hotel in Bern with a fitness center and a bar

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Schauplatzgasse 4, Bern, BE, 3011
  • Place, Federal Palace
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bern Art Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Berner Munster
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Classic Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Quadruple / Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 473 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (XS)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bern

Located in Old City of Bern, Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz is next to Federal Palace and Prison Tower (Kafigturm). This 69-room, 4-star hotel has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Federal Palace - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bern Art Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Berner Munster - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bern Town Hall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kursaal Bern - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Vinci - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Fellows - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Entrecôte Fédérale - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nido - Sotto le stelle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Molino, Thurm - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Hotel in Bern with a fitness center and a bar
At Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a library and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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
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 0.00 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 20.0 per stay

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.

  • 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 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
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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz on Jan 23, 2026 start from $196.49, 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.

What's there to see around Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

This hotel is situated in Old City of Bern, just steps from Prison Tower (Kafigturm) and Gardens, and within a short walk of Bern Art Museum. You'll also find Berner Munster and Bern Town Hall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and concierge services.

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz for a fee of CHF 0.00 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

The closest major airport to Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz is Bern (BRN-Belp), which is 5.8 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz.

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 561 out of 882 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 882 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 882 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 882 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 882 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location but room was a bit too small if you have lots of luggage
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the center of Bern about a 5 minute walk to the train station. We flew into Zurich and took a train to Bern and walked to the hotel. Very easy and convenient. Bern is a very walkable city and also has excellent public transportation so I do not recommend renting a car. Parking is difficult and it is hard to figure out which parking spaces are legal at all times or if you need a parking permit which is region specific. The hotel is nice and offers a great breakfast (especially the beautiful breads). Fresh coffee is available 24 hours a day. In the afternoons they had a self serve bar with a wide variety of wines, beers, cocktail makings and nonalcoholic beverages and with bar snacks which looked nice although we didn't make use of their offerings.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

More than the bear necessities at the Hotel Baren

clean room - breakfast looked great but I had plans. The staff was incredible. Very nice, helpful, attentive.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Klemens

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little room which is all I needed just for me. The bed was very comfortable. It was right next to the federal palace and an easy walk to the cathedral and clock tower. Perfect for what I wanted to see and do while I was in Bern. Happy to return here if I go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen P

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Drink options were terrific
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ka Shing Jacky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staffs are helpful and nice. Very convenient spot. I have got the roof top room and the window at the roof are just very very nice to get natural light from the sky. The toilet are massive with two sinks which is quite rare as in most hotel. Little downside is that the bed is a bit squeaky even with just body rotation but overall it is very good and I will recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Yoko

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Excellent and walkable location to th train station and attractions
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Friendly staff and wonderful location. So close to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Perfect location. Very friendly staff. Cute bar.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helder

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Great location

Great location, super friendly and helpful staff. The bed was also super comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms are small
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect place to explore Bern from. The only regret was not staying longer! Staff was helpful and friendly and the hotel was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was spartan but immaculate. It had everything I needed and nothing I didn't. Free coffee and tea, and one free drink.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, quiet, great value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location, the hotel itself was wonderful and very clean and the staff was friendly, helpful, welcoming and professional. It would have been perfect but the beds…twins put in king frame were HORRIBLE! 2/3 of the bed on both sides sloped outward, obviously from folks sitting on the sides of the beds that we were in a hole and could not sleep on1/3 of the bed. When we slept on our side our knees hit the bed frame and then surpassed it as the mattress was so compressed. My wife ended up with hip and back pain and slept just a few hours each night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annalyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to train station, walkable to tourist spots, very nice hotel and staffs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

woan ching

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location , very central, convenient and walkable to all key attractions. The hotel is 10 mins from Bern train station, there are many shopping and restaurants/cafes options. The room is reasonably equipped and neat/tidy. The staff is very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Soofang

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location close by to train/bus depot. Central to restaurants/cafes and places of attraction. Hotel itself is modern, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025