Hotel Aare Thun

Property class: 4
Baroque hotel with restaurant, near Thun Castle

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At Hotel Aare Thun, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Schloss Schadau and Thunersee. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Restaurant Freienhof, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Baroque hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Espresso maker

Why we love this property

Dining with global flair
A restaurant in this hotel serves international cuisine for culinary adventurers. A buffet breakfast starts the day on a flavorful note.
Baroque riverfront gem
This hotel, with its striking Baroque architecture, offers captivating river views from the city center. A peaceful garden awaits between sightseeing strolls.

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror with a round light, a wooden wardrobe, and a small desk with a chair.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with a view of buildings, and a purple rug.

Boutique Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden flooring, a walk-in closet, and a desk with a lamp.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Map
Freienhofgasse 3, Thun, BE, 3600

What's nearby

  • Schloss Thun - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thun Castle - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Thun - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Schloss Schadau - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Thunersee - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 26 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 110 min drive
  • Thun (ZTK-Thun Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • Thun Station - 4 min walk
  • Spiez Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chillounge GmbH - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria al ponte - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Freienhof Thun - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mani's coffee + wine bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Waisenhaus - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Aare Thun

  • At Hotel Aare Thun, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Schloss Schadau and Thunersee. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Restaurant Freienhof, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Baroque hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (CHF 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • 7 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1958
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall
  • Baroque architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Restaurant Freienhof - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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 4.50 per person, per night for adults; CHF 1.75 per night for guests aged 6-15 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 6 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 22 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CHF 20.0 per night

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CHF 20 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Also known as

Freienhof

Freienhof Hotel

Freienhof Hotel Thun

Freienhof Thun

Hotel Freienhof

Freienhof Swiss Quality Thun

Freienhof Hotel

Hotel Aare Thun Thun

Hotel Aare Thun Hotel

Hotel Aare Thun Hotel Thun

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Aare Thun offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Aare Thun 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.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Aare Thun?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 20 per pet, per night.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Aare Thun?

Yes. Self parking costs CHF 20 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Aare Thun?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Aare Thun?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Interlaken Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel Aare Thun and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking. Hotel Aare Thun also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Aare Thun?

Yes, Restaurant Freienhof offers international cuisine.

What's the area around Hotel Aare Thun like?

Hotel Aare Thun is located on the boardwalk/promenade in Bälliz, a short 4-minute walk from Thun (ZTK-Thun Train Station) and 3 minutes' walk from Thun Castle.

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Reviews

Hotel Aare Thun Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served great food. (4 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious and tasty. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
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8/10 Very good

Centrally located, very modern, lovely staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Best Hotel in Thun hands down!

Great hotel! Newly renovated, friendly staff and great location!
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, clean, well kept hotel, and excellent location from train station in Thun and walking distance to everything! Would stay again for sure!
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8/10 Very good

Hotel was in a good location. Thun was a nice place to visit. Rooms were nice
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8/10 Very good

Hotel is in nice condition, walkable, nice neighborhood, good amenities. We had a pleasant stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic views over the river, and a very nice well-appointed room.
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10/10 Exceptional

A hotel to be absolutely to recommend

Perfect location to stay in Thun, we enjoyed every day. Very delicious breakfasts.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous hotel and staff

Fabulous hotel in a Great location-good staff,excellent breakfast and given an upgrade room which was excellent
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10/10 Exceptional

loved this hotel!

Super clean and beautiful
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10/10 Exceptional

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Wonderful hotel. Very friendly welcome, and excellent room.
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10/10 Exceptional

This location is everything, the town is beautiful and a lot of bars and restaurants within 2 min walking. The hotel is very clean and comfortable. I will be definitely staying there in the future
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10/10 Exceptional

good location, 5mins walk from station, room and service are great, strongest recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Most excellent and accommodating staff!!
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and clean. We had a beautiful view and it was convenient to the train station as well as the historic area. I would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room is small but very confortable. The Staff is very kind. Very close to the train station.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location by the covered bridge and river. Very easy to get to shops and restaurants! Beautiful city and recommend visiting the Castle Thun at the top of the hill!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel

Clean room, friendly staff and a fridge full of drinks and goodies resupplied when needed. Wonderful
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10/10 Exceptional

Very well situated with friendly and attentive staff. Clean and well appointed.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location in the center of the old town, close to public transportations (trains and buses). Very clean and spacious room, good bed, quiet with view on the river, and great service.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel

I've only stayed one night but it was great! Nice hotel, everything was clean, cozy room with a nice view. The location is also nice. In walking distance you can reach almost everything in Thun. Good address to stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff at the reception are friendly, approachable and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, very close to train and bus station. Walking distance to many town locations. Spacious and confortable rooms. Staff are very friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing Staff and Riverfront View

Staff was very friendly and accommodating. They were more than willing to hold onto our luggage for a few hours after we checked out and took a day trip to Eggishorn.