Old City of Bern Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic town with a prominent church spire, cobblestone streets, and surrounding greenery.
A large historic building with a green dome and classical architecture.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a large open square, and a pink sky.
A scenic view of a town with a river, surrounded by hills and greenery.
A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, ornate pipe organs, and rows of pews.

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Our pick of the best Old City of Bern Hotel Deals

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa

5 out of 5
Bahnhofplatz 11 Bern BE
The price is AU$617 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$617
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (725 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in a great location right at the edge of old town. Valet parking was helpful Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hotel is a classic hotel with very modern upgrades. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 26 Bern BE
The price is AU$273 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$273
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and rainfall showerheads. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (690 reviews)
"This was such a unique hotel and so cute and clean! Small rooms but everything top quality. soft sheets, delicious coffee, and the awesome rooftop had phenomenal views. It was easy walk to anywhere you wanted to go! If I ever come back to Bern, I would definitely stay here again!!"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Stay KooooK Bern City – Online Check In
NH Bern The Bristol

NH Bern The Bristol

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 10 Bern
The price is AU$354 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$354
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Great location. Close to station in Bern is completely safe."

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

NH Bern The Bristol
Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz

4 out of 5
Schauplatzgasse 4 Bern BE
The price is AU$352 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$352
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (934 reviews)
"Great location! Very nice staff"

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Hotel Bären Am Bundesplatz
Hotel Savoy Bern

Hotel Savoy Bern

4 out of 5
Neuengasse 26 Bern
The price is AU$356 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$356
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bern. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Very modern large room. Everything worked. It was very clean. Great location!"

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

Hotel Savoy Bern
Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel

Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel

3 out of 5
Zeughausgasse 41 Bern BE
The price is AU$355 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$355
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bern. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Wonderful stay! The room was incredible, staff was amazing, and breakfast far exceeded expectations! Thank you for making it a wonderful visit!"

Reviewed on 28 July 2026

Kreuz Bern Modern City Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Old City of Bern

Find the best Old City of Bern areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old City of Bern
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Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde

If you're spending some time in Kirchenfeld-Schosshalde, Paul Klee Museum and Bern Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Innere Stadt

While visiting Innere Stadt, you might make a stop by sights like Bern Town Hall and Berner Munster.

Rotes Quartier

If you're spending some time in Rotes Quartier, Bern Art Museum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Breitenrain-Lorraine

While visiting Breitenrain-Lorraine, you might make a stop by sights like Wankdorf Stadium and Botanical Garden.

Gelbes Quartier

While visiting Gelbes Quartier, you might make a stop by sights like Theater am Zytglogge and Jackpot Spielcasino Bern.



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