Balmers Hostel

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Matten bei Interlaken adults-only hostel with bar/lounge

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Balmers Hostel features a nightclub and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Brienz. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Child-friendly activities
  • Ski facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Nightclub
  • Ski storage
  • Ski passes
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

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A bunk bed with a person adjusting a blanket, a window, and a door.

6 Bedded Female Dorm Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with a bunk bed, a suitcase, a suitcase on wheels, and a bed with a blanket.

Quad Private Room Shared Bathroom

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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A small, wooden-paneled room with a bunk bed, a skylight, and a backpack on the floor.

10 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 8 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

A bunk bed room with a person adjusting a bunk bed.

8 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with a bunk bed, a suitcase, a suitcase on wheels, and a bed with a blanket.

4 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk with a laptop, and a potted plant.

6 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a vanity with a mirror, and a hanging towel rack.

Double Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with a wooden ceiling, two beds with checkered bedding, a wooden chair, a window with a curtain, and a red rug on the floor.

Twin Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a mirror, a small desk, and a potted plant.

6 Bed Private Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a fan, wooden walls, and a skylight.

8 Bed Private Dormitory

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Hauptstrasse 23, Matten bei Interlaken, 3800

What's nearby

  • Höhematte Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hoeheweg - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Interlaken Casino - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mystery Rooms - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Jungfrau Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

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

  • ‪Hapimag Belvédère - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Swiss Chocolate Chalet - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Schuh - Grand Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Metropol - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Balmers Hostel

  • Balmers Hostel features a nightclub and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Brienz. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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 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; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • 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
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Arcade/game room
  • Nightclub
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

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. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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 1.80 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 1.80 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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

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

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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

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

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?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 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. Enjoy amenities like a nightclub, an arcade, and a picnic area. Balmers Hostel also has a garden.

What's the area around Balmers Hostel like?

Balmers Hostel is a short 10-minute walk from Mystery Rooms and 10 minutes' walk from Hoeheweg.

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Reviews

Balmers Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

The property was easy to get to and the staff was very nice.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very fun place, clean contemporary and had a good community
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect solo travel spot!

Absolutely amazing place to stay! So many amenities under one roof and perfect location to everything!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with spectacular views. Great entertainment beautiful clean hostel close to everything.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and organized place. Nice and friendly staffs, friendly atmosphere
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10/10 Exceptional

We will be back!

We really enjoyed our stay at Balmers! While I would say this place is for a younger crowd, I think there is something for everyone! They have nightly events (Trivia, sunset outings, movies, etc) and are located in a great location central to everything you could need!
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6/10 Good

Walkable to restaurant, coffee shops , bakery and transporation. Just few steps infront of Balmers. People are nice. Easy to get lost inside the place on your first day but we will for sure stay again in some day.
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8/10 Very good

Nothing fancy. Bit hot but the fan did the work. It also helped reducing the street noise. A good place to spend couple of nights.
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10/10 Exceptional

Our family occupied the whole room with 3 bunk beds… adequate space, no elevator. Clean toilets but no hot shower in the early morning during our stay. Staff are friendly.
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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
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8/10 Very good

A great pick for Interlaken!

Balmer's has a ton of character! I really liked the different common areas for hanging out, and the kitchen was massive with lots of fridges. It's great if you want to cook your own meals. The under the bed storage bins for each person were a nice touch. Unfortunately, it did get a bit hot at night with only a non-oscillating fan. The bus stops right outside made getting around super easy. They also offer activities for guests (I didn’t join any), but it definitely had a social vibe. Overall, a great stay!
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8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly and accommodating:)
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, social areas, environment
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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.
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay love the social community and activities
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8/10 Very good

This was a good hostel but not great. The “J” rooms need a shower that’s closer. Maybe convert the kitchen that was out of order.
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6/10 Good

Limited food options, clean facilities, friendly staff. Curfew was a bit early
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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.
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6/10 Good

Our room is in attic and right across the washing area, for some reason every time the toilet flushes we can hear a loud gurgling sound in the room and there always are people talking very late at night, this is not a place for light sleeper and I did not rest well during my stay. I like the well equipped public kitchen and there is coop nearby so cooking was nice and easy.
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6/10 Good

if you like to sleep DO NOT STAY HERE it is sooooooo loud at night and you can hear everything through the walls. The doors are so loud and you can hear every conversation through the walls. We also booked a “Private 8 Person Dorm” which said “Room Facilities- Bathroom” So we assumed it had a bathroom but no they are communal bathrooms which is in the very small print. Very misleading.
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2/10 Poor

I had a issue with the payment and lose a several time trying to solve it with the property and they didn’t resolve it because they said they would pay a tax but anyway even try to understand my side and talk with the booking company. They compensated the payment without my permission even I telling them I’d have a trouble paying other tax, and also it wasn’t the way I wanted pay for it, they didn’t listen me and did it and I just realised it half month later. I don’t know how they have access for it, so be careful. Also the hostel is very very noisy in the whole night, a lot of people drunk around and it is in a very far and isolated area.
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10/10 Exceptional

Incrível hospitalidade!! Além de ser um ambiente fácil de conhecer novas pessoas.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lugar muito bom pra curtir com amigos
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10/10 Exceptional

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