Interlaken

Travel Guide

Interlaken featuring a castle, a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture
Interlaken
Thun featuring a river or creek, flowers and a house
Jungfraujoch which includes mountains and snow
Thun featuring street scenes, outdoor eating and a lake or waterhole
From skiing and tubing to hiking, climbing and sailing, the wild mountainous scenery of this alpine resort town offers a variety of summer and winter pursuits.

Interlaken is an alpine resort sandwiched between two lakes and surrounded by snow-covered mountains. Ski, hike, sail and bike through the Swiss wilderness. Thrill-seekers come to try canyon jumping, paragliding, whitewater rafting and skydiving. In the town, find bars, restaurants, museums and shops.

Ski and snowboard down the pistes of Interlaken’s multiple ski areas. There are four winter resorts within easy reach of the town. Jungfrau Skiing Region is one of the most popular in Switzerland and has more than 125 miles (200 kilometers) of runs. Children and beginners can enjoy the 9 miles (15 kilometers) of slopes at the Brienz-Axalp Family-Friendly Ski Resort. Go cross-country skiing, glacier trekking and snow tubing. Try night sledding on Niederhorn’s peak.

Interlaken is a year-round resort and so there are also plenty of outdoor adventures during the summer. Hike along mountain trails that pass by waterfalls, lakes and through alpine villages. Enjoy a walk along the shores of Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. Cruise across either body of water on a half-day or full-day steamer excursion. Go for a swim and then picnic by the water’s edge. Rent a mountain bike or electric bike for a ride through the mountainous scenery. There are paved footpaths suitable for wheelchairs and strollers.

Head into town to try fondue in a gourmet restaurant, shop for souvenirs and visit the 12th-century monastery. For evening entertainment, watch a live band, go to the cinema or see if your luck’s in at the Interlaken Casino.

Reach Interlaken by flying into Bern-Belp Airport, about 33 miles (54 kilometers) away. From there you can travel by bus, rental car or taxi into Interlaken. The town is small enough to be navigated on foot. Local bus services connect to nearby towns and villages.

Interlaken is about an hour’s drive away from Bern, the Swiss capital, and within easy reach of Jungfrau Park, a theme park that opens during the summer.

Where to stay in Interlaken

Thun featuring outdoor eating, street scenes and a lake or waterhole

Central Interlaken

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

Central Interlaken is known for its captivating mountain views, and you can make a stop by Interlaken Casino and Hoeheweg while in the area.

Central Interlaken
Essential by Dorint Interlaken
Essential by Dorint Interlaken
3 out of 5
8-10 Rugenparkstrasse, Interlaken
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €184 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
€184
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Interlaken. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Mystery Rooms and Alpine Garden ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (197 reviews)
Great place
"Absolutely wonderful place to stay! Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Essential by Dorint Interlaken
Boutique Hotel Bellevue
Boutique Hotel Bellevue
4 out of 5
Marktgasse 59, Interlaken, BE
The price is €270 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
€270
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Interlaken. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (574 reviews)
"Excellent experience.. staff was great as was breakfast."

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2025

Boutique Hotel Bellevue
The Guesthouse by the Hey Hotel
The Guesthouse by the Hey Hotel
3 out of 5
Höheweg 7, Interlaken
The price is €143 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
€143
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Interlaken. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (222 reviews)
"Staff is fantastic! Town is gorgeous! Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2024

The Guesthouse by the Hey Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hapimag Resort Interlaken
Hapimag Resort Interlaken
3.5 out of 5
Höheweg 95, Interlaken
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Interlaken. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (234 reviews)
"Great all around"

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2025

Hapimag Resort Interlaken
Central Beauty Scenery Apartment
Central Beauty Scenery Apartment
2.5 out of 5
9 Jungfraustrasse, Interlaken
Stay at this aparthotel in Interlaken. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and bicycle rentals on site. Popular attractions Mystery Rooms and Lake Brienz are ...
6/10 (41 reviews)
"For the price and location near Interlaken stations, this property was good. We were there to hike the mountains not to stay indoors. The location above a several restaurants was noisy at night and near construction in the morning. Usual city inconveniences."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024

Central Beauty Scenery Apartment
Interlaken Happy Central Apartment
Interlaken Happy Central Apartment
3 out of 5
Centralstrasse 11, Interlaken
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Interlaken. Enjoy free WiFi, housekeeping, and tour/ticket assistance. Popular attractions Mystery Rooms and Lake Brienz are ...
4.4/10 (13 reviews)
"tight staircase, difficult to carry luggages up to the room, no elevator, common bathroom and toilet shared by 6 rooms, garbage can in the kitchen overflow, was not collected in the 2 days we were there."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2023

Interlaken Happy Central Apartment
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Interlaken

4.5
Top destination
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4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It was smaller than what we expected but very easy to get around. It is also a good base location for surrounding mountains to visit and other excursions

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We had a wonderful worship time on Sunday morning at a church very close to the hotel.

4/5 - Good

Kikie

Nice small city.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice town with plenty to do

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very convenient central based location for those wanting to do some travelling around

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Go on the trails! Amazing views and you'll avoid all the people.