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Hotel Gletschergarten

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#1 of 39 hotels in Grindelwald
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4.8
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4.9
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4.9
Value
4.7
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Almost 125 years old, the traditional family-run Hotel Gletschergarten in Grindelwald offers you panoramic mountain views, free WiFi. In good snow conditions, a ski run leads almost to the hotel. Breakfast is served every morning. After a day outside you can relax at the fireplace in the lounge. Half board, including a 4-course dinner, is available on request. A free pick-up service from the railway or bus station is offered. The Grindelwald First Cable Car Station is reachable within just a few minutes' walk, and the bus stop is just 20 metres away from the Gletschergarten Hotel. Further free time activities can be organised by the help of the staff. The hotel also has a new renovated wellness area with sauna and steam bath. You enjoy free access to the sports centre of Grindelwald, which features an indoor pool and an ice skating rink. Various tickets and ski passes can be bought at the regular rates from the reception. Wash & dry coin laundry available.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Sauna
Free breakfast
Game room
Hiking
Books, DVDs, music for children
Children's television networks
Street parking
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Skiing
Billiards
Table tennis
Board games / puzzles
Highchairs available
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun terrace
Clothes dryer
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Room features
Private balcony
Safe
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Electric kettle
Cable / satellite TV
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Bottled water
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Radio
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Historic Hotel
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Danish and 5 more
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Hotel Gletschergarten garners acclaim for its comfortable and pristine rooms that boast modern amenities and offer spectacular mountain views from spacious balconies. The traditional Swiss decor and personalized service from the family-run establishment create a charming and welcoming atmosphere that guests adore. Its prime location is celebrated for both its scenic tranquility and convenience to local attractions, while the value is considered exceptional, particularly with the recommended half-board dining option. Reviewers are also impressed with the hotel's overall cleanliness and the warm, personalized attention they receive.
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Becky H wrote a review Yesterday
jackson, United States17 contributions1 helpful vote
Everything that we read about how wonderful this place is was absolutely true. Gabriela and Gary were perfect hosts and attentive to every detail that enriched our experience. They were kind, thoughtful, exceptionally helpful, and very fun to be around. Our room was extremely clean, bigger than any other room we had during our three week ski trip in France and Switzerland. The beds were comfortable with top quality linens. And the food was delicious. I highly recommend doing half bored here. The location was perfect. Our room was quiet and the Eiger and Mountain View’s spectacular. The ski room was incredibly convenient, and we appreciated the boot heaters. So easy to access buses to all ski areas, town and train station. Their love for this town, this family business through several generations and Swiss skiing traditions are evident throughout their beautiful hotel from the decor to the food choices. We definitely would stay here again above any other place.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Gilles wrote a review Mar 11
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Warm welcome from the team always available for any question. Nice room with view to the Eiger mountain, nice diner, bus stop nearby to go to Terminal, easy walk to downtown Grindelwald. Gletschergarten is a pretty nice hotel where to stay for some lovely days.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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3861926Paul_M wrote a review Feb 2024
Vosselaar, Belgium22 contributions1 helpful vote
We had a wonderfull (ski-)holliday here. Large , clean room. nice breakfast and dinner. Friendly people, ski-bus in front of the hotel (didn't need the car- and the hotel has free parking). Ah.. and wonderfull views of the mountains. Would go back there anytime!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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Heather R wrote a review Feb 2024
Shelton, Connecticut15 contributions7 helpful votes
I am writing this review, because I am always hesitant booking a place that seems too good to be true. This hotel lived up to all the good reviews. Room 36 has a view of the beautiful mountains that will take your breath away. The hotel was very clean, the restaurants food was excellent. The staff was beyond helpful, picking out activities in the area as well as figuring out train and bus schedules. The hotel has all of the all the amenities expected. The washer and dryer was an added bonus and was very affordable in comparison to other places I stayed on my trip. I would highly recommend this establishment as well as room 36.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
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KI wrote a review Feb 2024
Roermond, The Netherlands1 contribution
My wife and I stayed for 6 nights from December 24th to 30th, 2023. It was a wonderful experience throughout the period. The room we stayed was thoroughly cleaned every day and had a calm atmosphere that made us feel very comfortable. When the shower head was not working properly, and I asked for it, it was replaced immediately. The owner couple and family are extremely kind. We really enjoyed our stay. The first night was a special Christmas dinner and we had so much fun. The other evening meals were also very delicious. The menu changed every day and we could enjoy it. In this winter, due to the warm climate and little snowfall, there was a little less snow at the ski resort, but we were still able to enjoy skiing and the view of the Aletsch Glacier from Jungfraujoch was so amazing that it can't be described in words. . We hope to stay there again next season.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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ebm335 wrote a review Feb 2024
Seaside Park, New Jersey7 contributions2 helpful votes
Room was spacious and clean. Breakfast included and excellent. Highlight was having the living room with fireplace roaring all to ourselves during the evening. Very helpful on check out, were even able to print gondola tickets for us saving us a stop at the station. Their excellent reputation is well deserved.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Matty M wrote a review Feb 2024
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So glad we found this little gem in Grindelwald... Hotel Gletchergarten is a beautiful hotel. Built in 1899, it has been family owned and operated for four generations. It is exquisitely Swiss in every way. There are so many nice things to say about this place...so where can I start? How about my first impression...the owners, Gaby and Geri were amazing. They were there, sitting side by side at their desk in the lobby when we arrived, and were there, sitting side by side when we left. I honestly dont know if they ever left...lol... because they were there, sitting side by side, either at their lobby desk or in the dining room, everytime we walked through. I just fell in love with their hospitality, devotion to their guests and to each other. It was truly inspiring to see a husband and wife work so closely and so passionatly together. Second...the hotel has everything one needs for a Swiss skiing getaway... beautiful rooms, amazing restaurant, excellent service, ski rentals, gondola tickets, and its close enough to town to be convenient yet far enough away to provide a sense of being in a remote Swiss mountain chalet. Third...the details of the architecture and design were inspiring. Nothing was missed, from the ski and boot room on the ground level, to the towel warmers in the bathrooms, to the local and historical art displays adorning every wall. This doesnt even mention how clean and pristine everything was. I will be going back to this beautiful town and I will only stay at one place...with Geri and Gaby and Hotel Gletchergarten... ❤️
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Date of stay: February 2024
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karapuz wrote a review Feb 2024
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It was a real pleasure to stay at the Gletschergarten Hotel. Gabriela and Gery were wonderful hosts and ensured that our visit was most enjoyable. The hotel is really beautiful, with a true old-world feel to it. Our room was very cosy and convenient, with amazing views from the balcony. The breakfast had something for every taste, with high-quality products. We also had dinners at the hotel several evenings and were left very impressed - everything was delicious, and for a 3-course prix-fixe meal, this was a very good deal. A special mention goes to the great ski storage room equipped with boot dryers.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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HGCSOA wrote a review Feb 2024
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Lovely hotel great hospitality,we had visited 15 yrs ago with our children and returned as couple to ski Excellent hosts/owners Traditional hotel with modern touches in all the right places ie new heated ski room New bathroom in traditional hotel room Parking easy and on site Have multiple EV chargers Bus stop to terminal to ski literally 10 m from front door
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Voyage559080 wrote a review Jan 2024
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Our family of 8 spent 9 blissfull nights at the Hotel Gletschergarten arriving on the 24/12/23 and departing on the 2/1/24. The Hotel is conveniently located within easy distance to the skilifts and the village.The bus stop is situated adjacent to the Hotel and the buses come and go within 10 minute intervals. The Hotel which is family run(always our best)offers comfortable and spacious accommodation coupled with excellent and attentive service.The food for the duration of our stay was excellent.The owners Gabriela and Gary are always present and available to assist in every aspect.They were friendly and highly efficient.Credit must also go to Jose and Joanna who provided the most incredible service together with such fun attitudes in our little private dining room. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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$232 - $334 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
SwitzerlandCanton of BernBernese OberlandJungfrau RegionGrindelwald
NUMBER OF ROOMS
26
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Gletschergarten
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Gletschergarten?
Nearby attractions include Grindelwald-First (0.2 miles), Grindelwald Museum (0.04 miles), and OUTDOOR - Bodmi Arena (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Gletschergarten?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Gletschergarten?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Gletschergarten?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Gletschergarten?
Conveniently located restaurants include Restaurant Fiescherblick, Golden India Grindelwald, and C und M Cafe Bar Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Hotel Gletschergarten?
Yes, guests have access to a sauna during their stay.
Is Hotel Gletschergarten located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the center of Grindelwald.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Gletschergarten?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Gletschergarten?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Swedish.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Gletschergarten?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Unspunnen ruins (9.5 miles) and Rothenfluh Ruins (8.8 miles).
Does Hotel Gletschergarten have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.