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About this property
Goldener Schlüssel is the oldest hotel in Berne’s Old Town; located just a few metres from the Zytglogge tower, it offers free Wi-Fi in all areas, a traditional restaurant and stylish rooms. The non-smoking rooms at the Goldener Schlüssel feature cable TV, parquet floors, a desk and a bathroom with hairdryers. The hotel’s restaurant serves refined Swiss cuisine and offers a terrace on the street. Guests benefit from free public transport. Goldener Schlüssel is situated in the famous Rathausgasse, a picturesque street in Bern’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Bern Main Train Station is 1.2 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sarah
Switzerland
“Location was super, easy room, shower pressure fantastic” - Cp
Ireland
“great location, real buzz about the area. got a travel pass included with our stay. Very central, good transport system. The staff were exceptionally helpful and accommodating during my stay. They went above and beyond to assist me with a booking...” - Ann
Sweden
“The room and bathroom were bery good as was the food in the restaurant.” - Georgina
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, central location, clean room, comfy bed & ear plugs & plug in fan available. Parking is not far way.” - Jiri
United Kingdom
“Fantastic location, decent breakfast, friendly and accommodating staff, pillow menu! Would recommend.” - Eleni
Greece
“The room was very simple but I liked the bed and the good quality linen .” - James
Canada
“Great place near the train station and to everything we wanted to see. Nice that it was in Alstadt Bern.” - Chan
Singapore
“Breakfast is great! location is convenient. Free transportation QR code.” - Peter
Australia
“Location was fantastic, room was very nice with the added luxury of windows that could open to ensure fresh air. Breakfasts were superb.” - Philip
Switzerland
“Perfect spot in the middle of town (but still quiet!), very friendly and efficient personel, excellent breakfast.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant Goldener Schlüssel
- CuisineLocal
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.





The fine print
If you expect to arrive after 22:30, please inform the property in advance. Contact details are stated in the booking confirmation.
Please note that on the day of arrival, the booking confirmation is also valid as a public transport ticket (including the transfer from Bern Airport).
Please note that if you arrive by car, you can park in front of the hotel only for the duration of check-in. Afterwards, the closest parking is the paid public Rathaus parking garage, a 4-minute walk away.
Please inform Goldener Schlüssel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.