Reviews of Hotel & Restaurant Bären 3 stars

The staff are very friendly, polite and helpful. The room was tasteful and attactive to be in. However, there were some small issues (see below) and caveats about staying here. The sound proofing in the room is excellent.

The room, with integrated open toilet and shower area is problematic. Water pressure is low, and the modern shower so designed that it splashes out over the floor unless you stand in a corner of the shower and don't move around! Breakfast is ONLY ONE HOUR FROM 07:30 to 08:30 !! Who thinks of such scheduling ?? If your flight from Zurich leaves at 14:00 what is the point ? Main issue is that when you put the light in the "bathroom area" on, a loud ventilator also goes on and stays that way for at least 15 minutes. So, forget getting back to sleep after using the toilet during the night or bring earplugs along ! I ended up using my iPhone's flashlight instead (as did many others in the hotel discussing same problem in the reception area.) Their restaurant menu is simple but tasty; I was only shocked by the prices, about EUR 78.00 for a soup and main course with 2 non alchoholic drinks.

The hotel lies just a few km away from the highway to Bern, very easy to find, with sufficient parking space. Staff is very helpful and despite some initial issues with the key-card it was effectively solved. Not all staff speaks English, but no problems in communication. Room was not all too large, yet modern and clean (the 1-person room) with airco and blinds to darken the room. No sounds from inside nor outside. Restaurant served very good food and the bar has ample choice of beer and wine, and was also well visited by locals. Breakfast was extensive with fresh coffee.

Nothing really. One thing was a bit odd: the air circulation made a loud noise, clearly noticeable in the room. However, this only happened when you enter the room, and fell silent after half an hour or so. With an airco next to it it seems a bit odd solution for fresh air.

Modern well equipped room;

The bed linens were rough and there is no elevator, difficult for transporting luggage up 2 flights with no help

Breakfast was first class.also evening meal was excellent. Staff were very efficient and helpful.most spoke good English.locals were very helpful.

Nothing could be made any better.

Clean and nice staff

location is perfect for a traveller, 5min from the motorway

Breakfast can be improved

Excellent hotel when traveling throughout Switzerland. Located close to the highway. The restaurant offers delicious food, staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast good in nice atmoshpere.