Located in upscale Breitenrain-Lorraine, Swissôtel Kursaal Bern offers a sophisticated retreat with Mediterranean cuisine at two on-site restaurants. Enjoy the fitness center and business center or unwind on the garden terrace with a drink from the bar. Helpful staff are always available to make your stay memorable.
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern puts you a short five-minute drive from Wankdorf Stadium. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Giardino Restaurant & Bar, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
171 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
On-site self-parking (CHF 30 per day)
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
28 meeting rooms
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
24-hour fitness centre
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Local culture and ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bath or shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Giardino Restaurant & Bar – This restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Restaurant Yù – This restaurant specialises in Asian cuisine and only serves dinner. Open selected days.
Saisonale Gastrokonzepte – On-site restaurant. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 1.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
Tourism fee: CHF 4.30 per person, per night
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 32 per person
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of CHF 100.00 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CHF 50.0 per night
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25.00 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs CHF 30 per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 star Superior, and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.
Also known as
Hotel Allegro Bern
Allegro Bern
Allegro Kursaal
Hotel Allegro Bern
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern Bern
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern Hotel
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern Hotel Bern
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern (Opening November 2020)
Frequently asked questions
Does Swissôtel Kursaal Bern offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Swissôtel Kursaal Bern does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Swissôtel Kursaal Bern?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 25.00 per pet, per stay.
Is parking offered on site at Swissôtel Kursaal Bern?
Yes. Self-parking costs CHF 30 per day. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Swissôtel Kursaal Bern?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of CHF 100.00 (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Swissôtel Kursaal Bern?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Jackpot Spielcasino Bern (6-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Swissôtel Kursaal Bern and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities such as a 24-hour fitness centre and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Swissôtel Kursaal Bern?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Mediterranean cuisine.
What's the area around Swissôtel Kursaal Bern like?
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern is in Breitenrain-Lorraine, a short 1-minute walk from Kursaal Bern and 7 minutes' walk from Bern Clock Tower.
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Reviews
Swissôtel Kursaal Bern Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Eco-friendliness
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was varied and excellent with a great selection of food. (10 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2025
I loved everything about this place😊😊, I will recommend it 100%.
Luis
Luis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
Love the breakfast and the rooms.
Naren
Naren, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2025
Two days in Bern.
Very nice and good hotel. Perfekt location, very nice staff an excellent restaurant were we had dinner.
Anders
Anders, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jun 2025
Çalışanlar ve otel mükemmel
Mehmetali
Mehmetali, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2025
We really liked the location and hotel itself
Tanya
Tanya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jun 2025
A nice hotel with a garden restaurant close to the centre of Bern
Pieter
Pieter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr 2025
Hotel lindo, localização ótima, funcionários educados
FERNANDA
FERNANDA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jul 2025
Son derece güzel bir konaklamaydı. Fiyat performans açısından çok iyi bir otel. Ayrıca merkeze çok yakın
Armagan
Armagan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2025
Muy buena ubicación
Alfredo
Alfredo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2025
Accès aux transports publics facile
Accès à internet gratuit
Proche centre-ville
Nadine
Nadine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Very nice, comfortable hotel
Alia
Alia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2025
Fantastic hotel! Really enjoyed the included minbar with the waters and beers every day.
Leyla
Leyla, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jun 2025
The central location. Staff were excellent!
Maria
Maria, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Mar 2025
Great staff and great location
afsaneh
afsaneh, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2025
Muito bom
Bom hotel. Cafe da manhã bom..quarto limpo . . Excelente atendimento da portaria
EDER
EDER, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Jun 2025
Overall good property at decent location. Didn't like how dirty the tile in the bathroom floors was. Otherwise all was good with this stay
Hotel is within walking distance to the town with restaurants and sightseeing. The room is clean and big enough for two person.
Wen Han
8/10 Very good
10 Sept 2024
Really enjoyed our stay here. Excellent location and easy parking with a great breakfast.
Mahalin
Mahalin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
Preisleistung super. Sehr schönes Hotel.
Vreny
Vreny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2025
Very good placement of hotel, bus and train is right outside. Nice minibar in the room. Coffee in hotel room. Incredible beds, big variety for breakfast, very nice staff always helpful and kind.
Alla
Alla, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Jul 2025
Nice clean hotel. Close to centre. The only problem was there was a network outage issue on our first night. Meaning there were no internet, the car park gates didn’t work and the room keys went defunct.
Amardeep
Amardeep, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
Excelente hotel. Muy buen servicio
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2025
We were on the 4th floor and had a beautiful view from our small balcony.
Lisa
Lisa, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Location is great! Quiet enough but walkable to city centre