Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Grand historic city hotel with a thoughtful modern renovation. Classic and contemporary without the stiffness of either. French joie de vivre meets Swiss precision. Think polished brass, herringbone oak parquet floors, and a Lobby Lounge Bar that doubles as a political salon.
The hotel has its own rooftop beehives — ask for the house honey 'Sky Deluxe' at breakfast, and it also features in a signature Faszien-Honig spa massage
Why It Matters
Michelin Key (2025) holder and 1 Michelin Key property. Jack's Brasserie earns 14 Gault Millau points and is considered home to the best Wienerschnitzel in Switzerland. The hotel holds an 800 m² Bel Etage with the legendary Salon Trianon ballroom — a historic gathering place for Swiss political and diplomatic society. The spa is the only hotel spa in central Bern. Part of The Bürgenstock Collection alongside Bürgenstock Resort and Royal Savoy Lausanne.
One of Bern's oldest institutions, the Schweizerhof has been anchoring Bahnhofplatz since 1857. The beautifully restored sandstone façade opens into a world of French charm crossed with English understatement — Patrician paintings, Murano glass, crystal chandeliers, and a wood-paneled elevator that somehow manages to look completely contemporary. It's a 99-room five-star city hotel that punches well above its size, with the only hotel spa in Bern's city center, a Gault Millau–awarded brasserie that locals actually eat at, and a rooftop bar that puts the Federal Palace and the Bernese Alps squarely in your sightline.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Boutique Junior Suite
48 sqm with a proper sitting area — designed for those who want genuine comfort rather than just a bed. Blend of luxury and practicality, with all the hallmarks of the hotel's MKV Design scheme: French charm, English understatement.
King · 48 sqm
Boutique One Bedroom Suite
A proper one-bedroom suite with separate living, sleeping, and dining areas — a genuine home-away-from-home at 60 sqm. The layout gives real separation between relaxation and work space. Many of the city's attractions are within easy walking distance from any window.
King · 60 sqm
Charming King Room
A step up from the Queen in both size and bedding. King bed, specially selected furnishings, well-equipped bathroom with rain shower. Still an urban room rather than a spacious retreat, but it works well for a few nights.
King · 33 sqmCharming Queen Room
The entry-level room and, honestly, a comfortable city base — but 28 sqm is compact by luxury standards. Ideal for short stays. Thick soundproofed drapes, pillowtop mattress, Balmain bath products, and a rain shower. Several rooms have Juliet balconies.
Queen · 28 sqmDeluxe Boutique Room
Where classic and modern combine into something that actually works. At 38 sqm there's real breathing room — a cozy seating area with bespoke sofa, rain shower plus Japanese bathtub (in most rooms), and an innovative lighting system for ambiance. South Tyrolean marble bathrooms. Some rooms look out over the inner courtyard.
King · 38 sqmFamily Three Bedroom
Three bedrooms designed for groups or large families. Warmly appointed living areas. Kitchenette. Ideal for multi-generational stays or groups traveling together who want a home base in the city.
MultipleFamily Two Bedroom
Two separate bedrooms for families. Kitchenette included for family flexibility. One of the more practical configurations in the building given the typical hotel room size constraints in Bern.
2 King BedsLuxury Living Studio
Same footprint as the Junior Suite but configured for longer stays: a fully equipped kitchen sets this apart. Good for extended business trips or guests who want the flexibility of self-catering in a luxury setting.
King · 48 sqmPresidential Suite
The top of the house at 120 sqm. The suite has a storied guest list and a notable film credit — James Bond scenes were shot from its alcove balcony. Views of the Swiss parliament building from the upper floors. Everything your heart desires and more, as the hotel puts it.
King · 120 sqmSignature Suite
On the hotel's top floor with a loft configuration — wake up to rooftop views of Bern's skyline. At 95 sqm this is serious suite territory. The loft layout is unique in the building and the city-view terraces make it popular for anniversaries and special occasions.
King · 95 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Fully equipped fitness area with latest Technogym equipment — cardio and strength. Open 24/7 for hotel guests.
Bern's medieval Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, walkable directly from the hotel. The famous 6 km of covered arcades (Lauben), the Zytglogge clock tower, Bear Park, Federal Palace, and the Rose Garden are all within easy reach on foot.
E-Bike tours in and around Bern can be arranged through the hotel concierge. The UNESCO Old Town, Aare River loop, and surrounding countryside are popular routes.
The hotel has a partnership with Golf Course Blumisberg, bookable as an individual green fee or as a curated hotel package. Combines urban city-stay comfort with time on the course.
The 800 sqm Bel Etage features 11 salons and meeting rooms, including the legendary Salon Trianon ballroom — long the stage for Swiss capital grand banquets, diplomatic events, and glamorous balls.
500 sqm spa facility. Complimentary access for hotel guests. Vitality pool with bubble loungers, Finnish sauna with cold plunge pool, steam bath, experience showers, and relaxation room with waterbeds. Children under 12 only admitted daily 16:00–17:00 in adult company.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary wireless and wired internet in all 99 rooms and throughout the hotel.
On-site hotel library available for guest use.
Baby cot and dog setup available on request. Pets welcomed — confirm details (size/fees) directly with the hotel.
E-vouchers available for hotel stays, spa treatments, and dining.
Choice of pillow types available in all rooms.
Dedicated concierge team for restaurant bookings, transfers, excursion planning, golf tee times, limousine service, and local guidance.
Full 24-hour room service available in all rooms and suites.
Full dry cleaning and laundry services available.
CO2 emissions per overnight stay are offset in collaboration with Myclimate. Hotel is Green Globe Certified and holds Swisstainable Level III (Leading) certification.
Airport pick-up and drop-off service available (surcharge). Contact hotel in advance to arrange.
On-site valet parking available. CHF 50 per day surcharge. Electric vehicle charging is complimentary.
All overnight guests receive a Bern Ticket — complimentary use of public transport in Bern zones 100/101 (trams, buses, funiculars including Gurtenbahn and Marzilibahn). Booking confirmation doubles as a transit ticket from the train station or Bern Airport on arrival day.
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