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Balmers Hostel

the swiss alps hostel.

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Balmers is the first private hostel in Switzerland!

Your home away from home in Interlaken...

Balmers Hostel

& the Social vibe

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We read every review - and we genuinely appreciate all kinds of feedback. The positive ones lift our spirits, and the critical ones help us grow.

Compared to Backpackers Villa, this is a bit far from the train stations. They do provide toilet seat cleaner and Backpackers villa does not. I was there on an off season time, so only there was another person in the 4 bedroom dorm. Everything was neat and clean, but no breakfast, which is offered in Backpackers villa. They do give free ear plugs which is a plus I guess
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Amal Crated 5/5 on November 27th 2025see author reviews

One of the most beautiful hostels I've ever stayed in. I went in February 2019, and we were given a room with a wonderful mountain view. Close to everything, a great place to spend time with friends and enjoy the facilities.
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YOSELIN BARRETOrated 5/5 on November 24th 2025see author reviews

Amazing hostel and the staff are very welcoming, bedrooms are clean and big lockers for everything. Would definitely come back. Jake was amazing as a staff member and behind the bar, would recommend.
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Oliver Brewerrated 5/5 on October 29th 2025see author reviews

Truly the best hostel ever with the nicest staff. They hosted phenomenal events for such a great price. It is also in the absolute best location. Stay here over anywhere else! It’s also a very unique hostel with very unique showers.
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Aaliyah Aramjoorated 5/5 on October 29th 2025see author reviews

One of the most social hostels I’ve ever been in. Jake was a great DJ/Barman. He made sure that eveyone enjoyed their night and did not stop until he was sure of it. Jake is one of the best hosts I’ve had and honestly recommend this hostel to everyone!
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Ved Patelrated 5/5 on October 27th 2025see author reviews

I loved the place. The view was awesome. If you wanted to feel something unreal then should visit once. Lovely and friendly people from different places, countries. Location was good. You can walk for bus station and train station. Mountain view. Very respectful staff. Very clean and tidy area. Lots of chilling areas, they have different club activities and bar. Highly recommended place.
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Diksha Vermarated 5/5 on October 5th 2025see author reviews

Balmers was awesome. if you want to meet tons of people from all over this is the place. Everyone, from the staff to the guests, were extremely friendly, social, and welcoming. The staff were some of the bests people ive ever met. Ivan was so amazing. They offer activities to go on which makes it easy to meet people and get the most out of your trip. it was one of the nicest, cleanest, well maintained hostel ive been to. Its worth the price. They have a club, bars, great outside area, close to a ton of great restaurants, great mountain view, easy walk to train station, and a coffee machine (necessary). loved this place and miss it everyday. also the Indian food in the area is top notch.
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sarah venturinirated 5/5 on October 1st 2025see author reviews

One of the best hostels I've ever been to... the infrastructure is well-designed. In the shared rooms, everyone has a large "drawer" that you can lock and store their belongings. Each bed has a lamp and a USB and C port. There are plenty of 🚽 and several showers. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare a full meal, and there's a Coop (supermarket) two blocks away. They have their own bars inside, one outdoors in the courtyard, and another underground one with a ping-pong table and karaoke. They also have a hostel "museum" with a pool table and darts. The jacuzzi seen in the photos no longer exists or is only used in the summer; it didn't exist in September 😅. They organize several activities for everyone to socialize. There's something for everyone, but I recommend arriving with a good level of English if you're looking to socialize. There's a bus stop right in front and they also give you a transport card so you can at least save on the bus fare... Context: we used it to sleep, eat and bathe, to come back from hiking and rest and we went in September. Obviously it's very different from a hotel or an Airbnb, that's why it's called a hostel.
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Topacio Manriquerated 5/5 on September 30th 2025see author reviews

The best hostel I've ever been to! The activities, the people, the staff, all top-notch! The Balmers guys—Joel, Dario, Ivan, Ori, Wilson, and the others—are geniuses! If you have to go to Interlaken, this is the best place to stay, without a doubt! They have everything you need to have the best time at the hostel: a great kitchen, dining room, places to relax, play music, play games, their own disco—everything. This was my second time there, and I would choose them again! Balmers will always be in my heart.
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Nahue Bigurated 5/5 on September 25th 2025see author reviews

Basing ourselves in Interlaken was a great decision, and staying in Balmers was even better. Everyone who works there is super friendly, and Dario was always available! I'll be back ❤️
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Zahii Calvorated 5/5 on September 19th 2025see author reviews

That said, we’ve decided not to respond to every single review individually. Instead, we choose to focus our time and energy on actually improving things here at the hostel.

We know that nowadays, people often expect businesses to reply to every review - partly to show they care, and partly to boost visibility online. And we do care, deeply. But replying to every single comment just so it looks like we care feels inauthentic to us. We’re a very human bunch, and we love connecting in real ways. We’d rather keep things real than turn reviews into a checkbox exercise.

We also know reviews are deeply personal and subjective. Please read them with that in mind and take what’s helpful for you in deciding whether Balmers is the right place for your stay.

On a more personal note: getting a negative review, especially when it’s rooted in a lack of communication, can be really disheartening. Our team is always around and available for a chat in person, and you can also reach us by email, phone, or WhatsApp if something’s not right during your stay. We’d much rather try to fix things in real time than read about them later when it’s too late to help.

Everyone here at Balmers genuinely cares about what we do.We want your time with us to become part of the “good, best, amazing” kind of memories you take home.

FAQs

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Welcome to Balmers! First time here?

We’re stoked you made it! To help make your stay—and everyone else’s—as awesome as possible, here are a few things to keep in mind:

Be Cool:

Respect others and their belongings.
Keep it quiet after 10 PM—some legends like to sleep.
Check-out is by 10 AM. Please bring your sheets, duvet cover, and pillowcase to reception (no need to bring duvets or pillows).
Return anything you borrowed—like room keys or adapters.
Lights and fans off when you leave the room, please!

A Few No-Gos:

No smoking indoors—even with the window open.
No cooking outside the guest kitchen.
Don’t leave windows wide open with the heating on.
And above all: don’t be disrespectful.

Thanks for being the absolute best! We’re glad you’re here. 🧡

What is Balmers Hostel?

Balmers Hostel is Switzerland’s oldest privately owned hostel, set in three charming Swiss chalets surrounded by mountain peaks waiting to be explored. It’s a relaxed, social place where travelers can connect, unwind, and enjoy a playful, one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
Oh, and before we forget, we do throw a party or two, especially in high season.

Who is Balmers Hostel for?

Balmers Hostel is for open-minded and easygoing travelers aged 18 and over, looking for more than just a place to sleep. Whether you’re here to explore the Swiss Alps, meet like-minded people from around the world, or simply relax and enjoy the vibe, Balmers is your home away from home. We welcome solo travellers, groups of up to 10 people, and anyone with a sense of adventure and respect for others.

What time is check in and check out?

Check-in starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out is by 10:00 AM

When checking out, we kindly ask you to bring your bed sheets, duvet cover, and pillowcase down with you. Thanks!

I'm arriving really late, will I still be able to check in?

No worries. If you arrive after reception closes at 10.00 pm, you can use the check-in kiosk. Please come see us in the morning to get everything you’ll need during your stay.

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the swiss alps hostel.

Balmers is the first private hostel in Switzerland!

Balmers Hostel

& the Social vibe

Are you Ready to

MAKE INTERLAKEN YOUR NEXT BEST HOLIDAY DESTINATION

Find out why, we have

The best reviews!

We read every review - and we genuinely appreciate all kinds of feedback. The positive ones lift our spirits, and the critical ones help us grow.

FAQs

Got questions? We\'ve got answers.

Welcome to Balmers! First time here?

Be Cool:

A Few No-Gos:

What is Balmers Hostel?

Who is Balmers Hostel for?

What time is check in and check out?

I'm arriving really late, will I still be able to check in?

Get Social

#balmershostel

Discover the original Interlaken hostel experience at Balmers. We have the best vibes for travelers. Book now for an authentic stay.