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Essential by Dorint Interlaken

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of mountains and a lake. - Essential by Dorint Interlaken (Interlaken)
A balcony with two green metal chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a mountain and buildings across a body of water. - Essential by Dorint Interlaken (Interlaken)
A modern breakfast area with a variety of food options, including bread, pastries, fruits, and beverages. - Essential by Dorint Interlaken (Interlaken)
A modern building with multiple storefronts, including one labeled "Essential by Dorint". - Essential by Dorint Interlaken (Interlaken)
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a green sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV. - Essential by Dorint Interlaken (Interlaken)
Essential by Dorint Interlaken provides a bar and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Essential Zimmer 14 m²

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a shelf with glasses, and a view of a bridge.

Essential Zimmer 14 m²

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, and a view of another room through an open door.

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Zimmer 14 m²

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a laptop, a wall-mounted control panel, and a view of a mountain through a window.

Superior Zimmer 14 m²

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of mountains and a lake.

Junior Suite, Patio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite with 2 Terraces

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with chairs, and a view of a town and mountains.

Junior Suite with 2 Terraces

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of a town and mountains.

Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

A modern hotel room with a green sofa, yellow chairs, a dining table, and a TV cabinet.

Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with chairs, and a view of mountains and a lake.

Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Central Interlaken, a neighborhood in Interlaken, Essential by Dorint Interlaken is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Brienz and Staubbach Falls. Jungfrau Park and Bussalp are also worth visiting. Visit our Interlaken travel guide
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8-10 Rugenparkstrasse, Interlaken, 3800

What's nearby

  • A grassy field with a person kite surfing, mountains in the background, and buildings near the field.
    Höhematte Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A field of red flowers in the foreground with a mountain range and a building in the background.
    Interlaken Casino
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mystery Rooms
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hoeheweg
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kunsthaus Interlaken
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Interlaken West Station
    1 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min walk
  • Brasserie 17
    6 min walk
  • Bebbis Restaurants
    3 min walk
  • X-Port West
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks Interlaken
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 28 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 26 for adults and CHF 13 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The listed general deposit applies only to bookings in the following room types: Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building; Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building; Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per pet, per stay
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CHF 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other 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: From 1 November - 31 March, CHF 2.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, CHF 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 1.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed general deposit applies only to bookings in the following room types: Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building; Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building; Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 26 for adults and CHF 13 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 28 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is Essential by Dorint Interlaken pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per stay.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CHF 28 per night.

What time is check-in at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Essential by Dorint Interlaken located?

Located in Central Interlaken, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mystery Rooms, St. James Way, and Hoeheweg. Kunsthaus Interlaken and Höhematte Park are also within 10 minutes. Interlaken West Station is only a 2-minute walk and Interlaken West Ferry Terminal is 4 minutes.

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Reviews

Essential by Dorint Interlaken Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 784 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Phenomenal place and the location next to the train station was perfect! Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location to everything. Excellent breakfast and lovely rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property at a very convenient location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous location, right at Interlaken West. Walking distance to Ost and Untersee, shops and restaurants, and transport connections to a myriad of destinations. Lovely, clean and modern hotel, very spacious room with balcony looking out across the river and great breakfast selection. Comfortable beds and great shower. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was really good and complete with many options. Location is excellent. Staff very diligent and helpful. I recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location. Very clean hotel. Next to the train station and grocery store.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome view of the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location of the hotel - right on top of Interlaken West - was perfect for exploring the area. Staff were helpful and polite. Only negative was the hot breakfast wasn’t the best, however there were pastries etc that we enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Clean, modern rooms. Excellent bar area. Top notch Interlaken stay. Trains outside are incredibly convenient without being noisy. 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best part of the hotel is its location . Overall best hotel services … including breakfast Recommend this hotel to any one visiting Interlaken.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Unit is very spacious and comfortable for a large family. It has all the kitchen equipment and utensils you need to prepare a hearty meal. Sits right beside Interlaken West station, extremely convenient if you are travelling by train. Note that you can hear the train coming in and leaving the station but it's very muted. Watching the sunrise while having breakfast, truly a mesmerising experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Place was great & super close to the train station west. Quiet, clean, great continental breakfast &staff was super nice and helpful. Really enjoyed my stay..
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This property was perfect in every way. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was a great size, very clean, and had a great view. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We're likes this hotel because very closely and easy connect to the train station. Staff and service very nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean hotel right there at the train station. Breakfast was absolutely amazing and well above what we were expecting. The bar is extremely expensive for cocktails, however but aside from that it was a great place to make our base in Interlaken! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Best location. This hotel is connected interlaken west train station! No issues with train noises at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent apartment hotel with full kitchen. The location it’s next to the train. The staff members are amazing and have many things to eat at the bar. I would definitely stay here next time I visit Interlaken
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Pretty nice hotel. Right by the train station which was convenient. Rooms were small but comfortable and breakfast was good. Staff were welcoming and provided a packed breakfast for us as we were heading out early in the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. It was close to train station but I did not hear any trains at all. Very clean and comfortable. Pretty views. Staff helpful Such a beautiful town to visit
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel with nice room, very friendly, helpful and attentive staff, decent breakfast and awesome location. It is right by Interlaken West train station and very close to the buses. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Breakfast was good, easy access to train station and shops. Free access to public transport was an amazing bonus. No fridge in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautifully, modern looking renovated hotel. A minute away from the station yet super quiet. Our balcony had a view to the glacier. Breakfast was superb!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The views of the river from the room were beautiful! The staff was attentive. Everything was really clean. The breakfast was delicious and abundant. The location was the best part! It was so close to everything we were planning on doing in the area and located right at the station. At first I was worried I’d hear the trains at night but we didn’t hear anything at all. The stay was truly fantastic! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The location next to the train station was fantastic. The accommodations (room, breakfast) were excellent. However, the highlight of our visit was the delightful conversations we had at the bar with Anna and Guido. They are both incredibly talented mixologists, and their drinks were simply delicious! We hope Anna and Guido receive the recognition they deserve for their exceptional work. They are both incredibly kind and beautiful people, and we will be sharing our experience with friends as well as online so others have an opportunity to enjoy a similar experience. Thank you once again for a wonderful stay. Cheers!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026