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Balmers Hostel

1.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with bar/lounge, near Mystery Rooms

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Balmers Hostel

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Front of property
Garden
Front of property
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lockers

Overview of Balmers Hostel

8.0 out of 10 Very Good
8.0/10 Very Good

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Child-friendly activities
  • Ski facilities
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Hauptstrasse 23, Matten bei Interlaken, 3800
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Nightclub
  • Ski storage
  • Ski passes
  • Spa tub
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bedded Female Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Private Dormitory

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quad Private Room Shared Bathroom

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

10 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Private Dormitory

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Shared Bathroom

  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About this area

What's nearby

  • Mystery Rooms - 10 min walk
  • Lake Brienz - 38 min walk
  • Lake Thun - 7 min drive
  • Trummelbach Falls - 16 min drive
  • First - 50 min drive
  • Kleine Scheidegg - 51 min drive
  • Eiger - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 38 min drive
  • Interlaken West Station - 14 min walk
  • Interlaken West Ferry Terminal - 16 min walk
  • Interlaken Harderbahn Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • Brasserie 17 - 11 min walk
  • Layali Beirut - 8 min walk
  • Velo Cafe & Bar - 9 min walk
  • Vivi’s Wok - 9 min walk
  • Azzurra Bar Gelateria - 9 min walk
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About this property

Balmers Hostel

Balmers Hostel features a nightclub and puts you 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mystery Rooms and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Lake Brienz. The coffee shop/cafe is perfect for a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the spa tub for a relaxing end to the day. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows regional cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean & Safe (Switzerland)
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Social distancing

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Masks available
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 48 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Ski passes
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Nightclub
  • Spa tub
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • 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 1.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place and guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean & Safe (Switzerland).

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC).

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Balmers Tent Village Hostel Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers Tent Village Hostel
Balmers Tent Village Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers Tent Village
Balmers Hostel Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers
Balmer's Hostel Interlaken/Matten Bei Interlaken
Balmer`s Herberge Hotel Matten
Balmers The Tent Village Hostel
Balmers Hostel Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Balmers Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Balmers Hostel 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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Balmers Hostel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, and social distancing measures are in place. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Balmers Hostel?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Balmers Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Balmers Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Balmers Hostel?
You can check in from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Balmers Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Interlaken Casino (12-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Balmers Hostel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking and segway rentals. Relax in the spa tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a nightclub and an arcade. Balmers Hostel also has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Balmers Hostel like?
Balmers Hostel is a short 10-minute walk from Mystery Rooms and 12 minutes' walk from Interlaken Casino.

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable room with excellent view of Jungfrau
Double room was very comfortable and had excellent view of Jungfrau. Good fridge / food storage system. But kitchen was bit crowded in evenings. Easy to walk / bus to Interlaken West and Ost
Andrea, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Staff was very friendly and accommodating:)
Emily, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Lavanya, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best hostel ever. I'm very picky solo woman and i absolutely loved it. It is an experience not just a hostel. They give you a free bus pass too. It is super clean and close to things. The owner was there when i checked out he was very kind and asked me about my experience.
Nairys Lagos, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

JANI, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great option for Interlaken
Great option to meet other travelers and enjoy stories of others and share ideas of fun things to do around interlaken
Colin, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Was closed to the bus stop and easy accessible to any part of interlaken. The staff were friendly and made great recommendations. Would definitely stay here again.
Montserat, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lalitha Madhuri, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

christine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

World best hostel i v ever stay staff was so kind and helpfull and even owner was so polite surely recommend for stay here its not just hostel u feel like home only cheers
Sagar, 6-night romance trip
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