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Essential by Dorint Interlaken

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Mystery Rooms
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi
Exterior
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
8-10 Rugenparkstrasse, Interlaken, 3800
  • Alpine Garden
    4 min walk
  • Mystery Rooms
    4 min walk
  • Hoeheweg
    7 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp)
    41 min drive

Room options

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Essential Zimmer 14 m²

Essential Zimmer 14 m²

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite with 2 Terraces

Junior Suite with 2 Terraces

Highlights

Patio
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Comfort Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds

Superior Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

Essential Apartment (no A/C) - Annex Building

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, Patio

Junior Suite, Patio

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Superior Zimmer 14 m²

Superior Zimmer 14 m²

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Espresso maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Interlaken

Essential by Dorint Interlaken places you steps from Alpine Garden and within a short 5-minute stroll of Mystery Rooms. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions in proximity to this 3-property class Central Interlaken hotel include Lake Brienz and First Station.

What's nearby

  • Alpine Garden - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mystery Rooms - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hoeheweg - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Interlaken Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Interlaken Ost Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Interlaken West Station - 1 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bebbis Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪PizPaz - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Runft - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Migros Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Essential by Dorint Interlaken

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Mystery Rooms
Essential by Dorint Interlaken offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Interlaken hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2024
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Essential by Dorint Interlaken offers 115 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Interlaken hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Covered 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

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2024
  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Individual decor

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

Essential by Dorint Interlaken offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essential by Dorint Interlaken on 8 Dec 2024 start from NZ$354.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

Yep, Essential by Dorint Interlaken has a covered self car park for CHF 28 per night.

Does Essential by Dorint Interlaken serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

No, Essential by Dorint Interlaken does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Essential by Dorint Interlaken Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 151 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 151 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has been the best place we've stayed at so far on our trip (we've stayed at 4 places prior to this). 1) everything is very clean and new. 2) subjective view - beds were super comfortable, not too firm or plush. 3) very sound proof wall and hotel. We are right outside a train station and you cannot hear or feel the vibration. 4) very friendly and helpful staff. 5) breakfast buffet is a winner. You are spoilt for choices. Cannot fault this place, one of the few places I would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After a long flight and train ride, it was amazing to stop off the train station and step right into the hotel! Super helpful and pleasant guest services, clean rooms. Breakfast was amazing! I would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

sasank

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is not spacious for 4 people inspite of the bunk-bed. No real chairs or tables etc., for eating food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Yuching chen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nilo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well recommended. Very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Viktor

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stinky bed sheets and pillows, feels like they don’t wash them for days. Buffet is average. No iron or fridge in the room. But shower, room itself and location is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uriel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, property and rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

SALIM

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Location: Excellent, easy access to tourist attractions and essential facilities. Services:Below average, in need of improvement. Staff: Generally below average, except for Mr. Hussein and Ms. Chiara, who provided great assistance and resolved some issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness
The showers are extremely small and wasn’t sure if the double glass closed shut…we asked front desk questions about evening activities and they said that there was not anything to do after 5:00….not true because we took bus to Interlaken ost, walked across bridge and went to Harder Bahn as well as ate dinner at top. Staff should have known better late afternoon/evening things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mujtaba

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Nadia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The property is a good location new and clean. Staff friendly but rooms were not as advertised. Rooms are dark windows face each other. Like being in a box.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Afrah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was good but the room services were some times delayed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nafis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, located next Interlaken west station platform (depending where you seating in train sometimes train literally stops infront of hotel). Breakfast buffet was excellent. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Marcy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The Dorint is a very expensive hotel which offers tiny rooms with very few amenities (no mini fridge, not enough for two people to pass each other in the room). If you pay for the parking, you have to get out of your car and go to the front desk to have the garage opened every time you enter. We saw multiple cockroaches. The river facing rooms are adjacent to the train so you hear the train all night. To put it simply, we felt like customers not guests. Every single opportunity to make you pay for something, they’ll take. I was confronted for walking into the breakfast room after breakfast to get a cup of water. But they did offer my the opportunity to buy some water. I mean really, at over $500 a night for a tiny room, was a confrontation and sales pitch necessary. On the good front, Julia at front desk is fantastic, and the breakfast was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good option, but..
Very small room, very hard to navigate with two people and suitcases, the bedding was spongey, coffee machine but no cream/sugar or cream, thin towels. Plusses: right at the West station literally, clean, safe, efficient for train travel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

WENDY

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel
Enjoyed my stay. Room was clean with modern furnishings. Staff was nice. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

CJ Connie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean hotel with friendly staff, great location right outside the train station Interlaken west. Convinient10 minutes walk to Interlaken Ost, in central of Interlaken town. Breakfast is amazing with variety selections including smoke salmon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddy, Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice, room was clean. Bathroom was large but not practical, so much wasted space. No room to set toiletries bag, and shower curtain felt like ikea quality, didn’t match the aesthetic of the room. A few other things, plastic cups in the bathroom, no lid on the toilet, which is a big NO for me. Big price for what it actually was.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Noor

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nan

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024