3 Star Hotel

Essential by Dorint Interlaken

Rugenparkstrasse 8 - 10, Interlaken, Switzerland View Map

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Essential by Dorint Interlaken

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Comfortable Accommodations Essential by Dorint Interlaken in Interlaken offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, free toiletries, shower, and TV. Convenient Facilities Guests can enjoy a bar, coffee shop, and terrace. Additional amenities include a elevator, 24-hour front desk, concierge service, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and paid on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast A buffet breakfast is available with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The hotel provides a dining area with kitchenware, oven, toaster, and dishwasher. Prime Location Located 30 mi from Bern-Belp Airport, the hotel is near an ice-skating rink, winter sports, and scuba diving. Public transport options are nearby, and guests appreciate the convenient location and breakfast provided by the hotel.

764 Reviews

8.4Very Good
Cleanliness
8.7
Staff
8.7
Location
9.4

What Guests Say

  • “Location, friendly staff and cleanliness. Good breakfast.”
  • “The location, the helpful and friendly staff, the breakfast and the room.”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Pets Allowed
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Essential Double Room 14m21/4

Essential Double Room 14m2

151 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Coffee/tea machine
Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building1/4

Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

582 sqft • 2 Single or 1 Sofabed

  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Coffee/tea machine
Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building1/4

Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

948 sqft • 2 Single or 2 Single

  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Coffee/tea machine
Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building1/4

Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

851 sqft • 2 Single or 2 Single

  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Coffee/tea machine
Superior Double Room 14m21/4

Superior Double Room 14m2

151 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Coffee/tea machine
Family Room1/4

Family Room

237 sqft • 2 Single, 1 Sofabed

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Coffee/tea machine

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    What Guests Loved

    8.4
    Very Good

    Based on 764 reviews

    Location

    9.4

    Cleanliness

    8.7

    Staff

    8.7

    Overall Quality

    8.4

    Pros +

    • Location, friendly staff and cleanliness. Good breakfast.
    • The location, the helpful and friendly staff, the breakfast and the room.
    • The hotel was far beyond what we expected. The views were exceptional. The apartment was roomy with a breakfast in the morning and free bus tickets included. I would travel back to Interlaken just to stay here again!

    Cons -

    • Air conditioning didn't work that well (but it's Europe after all) and there was a strange intermittent humming sound, possibly from a pump of some kind, that kept waking me up.
    • Just an observation. On the second to the last day (next day was our checkout) only the toilet was cleaned and not the rest of the room. There was daily housekeeping before this.
    • We couldn't figure out the thermostat, but were not so uncomfortable that we needed to ask.
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    8Verified guestPosted on: 6-18-2025

    Location, friendly staff and cleanliness. Good breakfast.

    Air conditioning didn't work that well (but it's Europe after all) and there was a strange intermittent humming sound, possibly from a pump of some kind, that kept waking me up.

    9CLERENCIOPosted on: 1-31-2026

    The location, the helpful and friendly staff, the breakfast and the room.

    Just an observation. On the second to the last day (next day was our checkout) only the toilet was cleaned and not the rest of the room. There was daily housekeeping before this.

    10KatiePosted on: 1-30-2026

    The hotel was far beyond what we expected. The views were exceptional. The apartment was roomy with a breakfast in the morning and free bus tickets included. I would travel back to Interlaken just to stay here again!

    We couldn't figure out the thermostat, but were not so uncomfortable that we needed to ask.

    10DanielPosted on: 1-30-2026

    The breakfast was really great every day. The entire staff is very kind and supportive. Special mention to Priscilla that was really attentions and helpful.

    The room is a little small for four people.

    10LINPosted on: 1-26-2026

    The location is the most important have to choice, and the staff also very kind and polite with smile. Also the bed and pillow smooth make me have a good stayed .

    It's could be more bright at the room.

    10THEODOROSPosted on: 1-25-2026

    Very clean, comfortable bed, staff, breakfast.

    5amishaPosted on: 1-19-2026

    The place was so close to the train station. It was a very spacious room, we had an apartment with no AC but it was fine because at night it got very cool and we were out all day on tours. This worked out perfectly. Grocery store is right across the street so it was very convenient.

    The room was never cleaned. The 1st two days we told the receptionist on what was not clean, and the housekeeping never replenished anything, like lotion, soap, coffee etc etc ...

    8GailPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Close proximity to the train station and downtown area

    The duvet covers. No sheets.

    7ILGYUPosted on: 1-19-2026

    The location is excellent. It is directly connected to Interlaken West Station, allowing you to move around without getting wet even on rainy days.

    The cleanliness of the room and towels was not satisfactory. They were not kept clean throughout my stay, and only after I reported the issue to the hotel on an especially dirty day was I able to see them in a clean state the following day.

    8ChristopherPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Staff Breakfast, Location

    Size of room for 4 people. Lighting

    10JoudPosted on: 1-12-2026

    It was a wonderful experience. The apartment was clean, fully equipped with everything we needed, had a beautiful view overlooking the river, and the staff were kind and very helpful.

    4Francis A.Posted on: 12-29-2025

    The hotel has a modern and clean design, and the room was well maintained. Although the space was somewhat limited for large luggage, it was still comfortable for our stay. The location is excellent—very close to the train and bus stations, making it easy to get around. There are also many nearby restaurants and supermarkets, which added a lot of convenience. Breakfast was included and provided a good start to the day.

    During check-in, the front desk staff were kind and accommodating, which we appreciated. However, the staff member in charge of handling our luggage was rude and disrespectful. When I politely asked if our luggage could be delivered to the room, he explained that the hotel does not offer this service but did so using inappropriate language. I hope the hotel management addresses this, as guests expect courteous and respectful communication at all times.

    9FulePosted on: 12-23-2025

    new/model building and rooms with abundant light from floor to ceiling windowsamazing viewconvenient location, close to shops and train/bus stations

    no washing machine and dryer

    10Niks_travellerPosted on: 12-15-2025

    The hotel is located just next to Interlaken west train station. Exactly wall to wall yet quiet stay for visitors. The rooms are spacious and comfortable.We as Indian family had probably the best breakfast of Switzerland in this hotel.

    Nothing specific

    10SamirPosted on: 12-14-2025

    Clean - Friendly Staff - Right on the Train Station -Have Your Breakfast or their Bar and Walk Right onto Platform and catch a Train from Interkaen.

    9ThomasPosted on: 12-2-2025

    Great location, very friendly staff, amazing breakfast and good value for money

    10JamesPosted on: 11-28-2025

    It is right beside the train station. A short walk to restaurants and shops. The staff and the breakfast are excellent. We had drinks in the bar and the staff there treated us beyond expectations. We would recommend this location to anyone travelling in this area. Particularly if travelling by train.

    8GabrielePosted on: 11-24-2025

    Fantastic location - right next to the train station

    Only complaint is the detergent used to wash the pillowcase smelled like bleach and made my skin break out.

    10MohammadPosted on: 11-8-2025

    I loved that the apartment was so organized and spacious. The location is so good and everything is walking distance.Staff was so professional and helpful with all our needs.I definitely recommend this property i really do. And if one day i’ll come back to interlaken i’ll surely book with this property again.

    9LeePosted on: 11-2-2025

    Fantastic location right next to Interlarken West station. Rooms are really clean and spacious, with a great backdrop of interlarken.Staffs are really helpful and friendly as well!

    Nothing! All is good!

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection
    • Professional cleaning services

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot.
    PetsPets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. A damage deposit of CHF 300.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Location

    Essential by Dorint Interlaken

    Rugenparkstrasse 8 - 10, Interlaken

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