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Essential by Dorint Interlaken

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, a short walk to Mystery Rooms

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, seating area, and stunning mountain views through large windows.
Relax on the outdoor terrace with a mountain and water view, featuring a sofa, coffee table, and flat-screen TV.
Enjoy a selection of nuts and dried fruits, carefully arranged on a tray.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a vibrant green wall, comfortable seating, and natural light pouring in through large windows.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, TV, and balcony overlooking the town and mountain views.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
8-10 Rugenparkstrasse, Interlaken, 3800
  • Mystery Rooms
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hoeheweg
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Interlaken Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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Essential Zimmer 14 m² | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi

Essential Zimmer 14 m²

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite with 2 Terraces | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi

Junior Suite with 2 Terraces

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi

Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi

Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi

Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, Patio | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Patio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Zimmer 14 m² | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi

Superior Zimmer 14 m²

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 2 bedrooms, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Interlaken

Located in Central Interlaken, Essential by Dorint Interlaken is adjacent to Alpine Garden and within a 5-minute walk of Mystery Rooms. This 115-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Alpine Garden - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mystery Rooms - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hoeheweg - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Interlaken Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Interlaken Ost Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Interlaken West Station - 1 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bebbis Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪PizPaz - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Runft - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Migros Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Essential by Dorint Interlaken

Hotel with a bar, a short walk to Mystery Rooms
At Essential by Dorint Interlaken, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for CHF 28 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with concierge services and luggage storage.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Espresso makers and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Change of bedsheets is available on request.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 28 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 26 for adults and CHF 13 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The listed general deposit applies only to bookings in the following room types: Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building; Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building; Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 25 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CHF 300 per accommodation, 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

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

The listed general deposit applies only to bookings in the following room types: Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building; Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building; Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building.

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 26 for adults and CHF 13 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 28 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

Essential by Dorint Interlaken provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do close to Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

This hotel is situated in Central Interlaken, just steps from Mystery Rooms and Alpine Garden, and within a short walk of Hoeheweg. You'll also find Lake Thun and Lake Brienz within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

Yes, covered parking is offered for CHF 28 per night.

Does Essential by Dorint Interlaken include a casino?

No, Essential by Dorint Interlaken doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Essential by Dorint Interlaken a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an espresso maker as well as a bar and concierge services.

Does Essential by Dorint Interlaken have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Essential by Dorint Interlaken have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Essential by Dorint Interlaken offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Essential by Dorint Interlaken allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Essential by Dorint Interlaken for a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per stay.

Does Essential by Dorint Interlaken have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

The closest major airport to Essential by Dorint Interlaken is Bern (BRN-Belp), which is about 23.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

Yes, some guestrooms at Essential by Dorint Interlaken offer a deck and may feature mountain views.

Essential by Dorint Interlaken Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 320 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Criselda DeLeon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accessible to/from attractions in the surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

wei-wen

Good a little pricey
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajiv and

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajiv and

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manvindar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay at. i willcome back and stay here again. Great friendly staff, excellent breakfast and you get off the train into the hotel lobby literally 20m. only thing, there was no iron in the room. the rest was 10 out of 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmar Husain

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room. Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhrumit Ajaykumar, Vancouver

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location and closeness to train station
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

kamal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and easy access to train station interlaken west. Hotel was close to all the amenities and very walkable distance to shops
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a new property, everything is pretty, exactly like the pictures online. The location is perfect because it’s exactly at the train station, so it’s very convenient. The breakfast buffet was very good, with a lot of variety. The staff was friendly and eager to help with anything we needed. It was a great find and I definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bindiya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and new
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nayelli

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

10/10 Excellent

Shail

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manzar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is great, the staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast is fabulous. There is not much going around in interlaken west but the train station is literally next door, so you can hop off to any where in switzerland.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was centrally located. Walkable from the train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Letta, Clifton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is right next to the interlaken west station. All the staff were super helpful and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Zeina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
3 star hotel that feels like a 4 star. Pros (1) Location. Connected directly to Interlaken West Train Station. Easy to get in /out of and use as a base to explore the area. (2) Great buffet breakfast- high quality and variety. (3) Clean and newer ameneties. Cons (1) A/C in my room didn’t work (blow air but not cold air) and the rooms run on the hot side if it’s facing the mountain. Was tolerable in April but would be an issue in hotter months. (2) If you are a light sleeper you can hear the train when it passes if you’re facing the mountain. I was on the 3rd floor. Surprisingly it wasn’t as loud but you can hear it. The trains do stop during the night. Overall, I would stay here again given the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous rooms, yummy breakfast. Staff incredibly helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilburn

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A few steps from the train station. It was clean with a friendly staff. The breakfast was super.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mary

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Next to platform of train station but quiet. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025