This place has the advantage of being right beside the train station and being brand new, but it fails where it counts for most young travels: value. This was by far the most expensive place we stayed in Interlaken, and it left a lot to be desired. First, upon arrival, we were charged an extra "membership" fee that was not clearly disclosed during the booking process. Second, the room we had reserved (for four people) was not available, so we were placed in a six-person room instead. Third, the hostel advertises that it offers wireless internet, but there is no connection in the rooms, only in the downstairs lobby, which is pretty useless for people who need a connection in their rooms. Last, the place was crawling with kids who appeared to be about ten years old and who constantly ran rowdily up and down the hallways without any staff asking them to quiet down. Most galling was the refund policy, which, instead of the customary 24 hours, requires 60 days! They are very strict with this policy. Although this place is branded as an upscale hostel, I found it to be anything but that and don't feel that paying extra to pay here makes any sense. I much preferred Balmer's Tent Village, which, besides being much cheaper, offers many more amenities, like a pool and hot tub, is closer to trekking, has much better views, and attracts a more mature crowd (no noisy kids running all over). They also don't have the nerve to charge an extra "membership" fee upon check-in!
