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Hostel Balmers Hostel (formerly Balmers Backpackers Hostel)

Hauptstrasse 23 – 33, Interlaken, 3800 (show map)

8.6

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Hostel Overview

Come to Balmers and stay in the oldest private hostel in Switzerland! Our hostel is situated in three traditional Swiss wooden chalets that surround a courtyard, terras and garden. The look and feel of our accommodation can best be described as playful, comfy and unique.
We cater to active travellers that come to Interlaken to explore the Alps. After a day in the mountains, come home to our hostel where you can clean the equipment and store it away safely. In the guest kitchen, you’ll find all the amenities needed to cook yourself a nutritious meal. No need to plan your meals ahead, as the supermarket is just 2min walk away and open 365days a year.
After food, it's time to relax! You can stream your favourite movie in our cosy TV room or get comfortable in front of the fireplace. Other popular spots in the hostel are the music room, equipped with two pianos and a guitar, and the hammock/meditation/yoga room.
Known as the adventure capital of Europe, Interlaken is the perfect destination for enthusiasts of the outdoors. Prepare to be awed when you start to explore the stunning Swiss Alps that rise up behind Interlaken. Mönch, Eiger, and Jungfrau are among the most well-known peaks in the area, all summits around 4000m. Surrounding these peaks lies a rugged landscape with alpine tundra, glaciers, canyons, forest, waterfalls and glacial lakes.
Our reception staff know all the great hikes, bike trails and sightseeing spots in the region. Talk to them if you want help with planning next day’s adventure or if you want more info on the activities such as paragliding, skydiving, rafting and canyoning.

Formerly Balmers Herberge

Before March 2021 Balmers Hostel was known as Balmers Herberge

Before April 2019 Balmers Hostel was known as Balmers Hostel

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The double room features heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.

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The twin room offers heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

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The quadruple room provides heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a hairdryer. The unit offers 4 beds.

Bed in 4-Bed Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 9 square metres.

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 10 square metres.

Bed in 8-bed dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 12 square metres.

Bed in 10-Bed Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 12 square metres.

Bed in 6-Bed Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are 10 square metres.

Private 6-bed - enter dates to see room photos

This dormitory room offers a shared bathroom, and heating. The unit has 6 beds.

Private 8-bed - enter dates to see room photos

This dormitory room features a shared bathroom and heating. The unit offers 8 beds.

Standard Single Room - enter dates to see room photos

The single room features a shared bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer. The single room provides heating. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Facilities of Balmers Hostel

General
Pets allowed, WiFi everywhere

Activities
Billiards, Darts, Hiking, Ski pass vendor, Ski storage, Skiing

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, Vending machine (drinks)

Front-desk/reception area services
Lockers, Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, Tour desk

Common areas
Games room, Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Terrace

Entertainment and children services
Evening entertainment, Nightclub/DJ

Business facilities
Fax/photocopying

Miscellaneous
Adult only, Designated smoking area, Heating, Non-smoking rooms

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Fan, Hairdryer, Heating, Linen, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Last updated: 3 Nov 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

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From 16:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Please note that guests under 18 years old can't be accommodated in a dormitory.
Please note that there are no elevators in the property.
Please note that dogs cannot be accommodated in the dormitory rooms.
Please note that the free parking is located 800 metres from the property. The property offers a free bus pass. There is a paid public parking at 60 metres from the hostel.
Please note that when booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please note that when booking 2 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please note that during the summer months a minimum stay of 3 nights is required'Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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Alexander George

“Sociable hostel that’s very welcoming and encourages you to step out your comfort zone and have fun!”

9.0

03 Nov 2025

Sociable hostel, cozy feeling, helpful staff and feels like a place of history as my parents stayed here in the 80’s.

Natalie

“Door slamming, party hostel, ear plugs, fireplace”

8.0

22 Oct 2025

Lots of lounge space, fire always topped up, nice staff when around.

Yulia

“Great! The first hostel experience (due to high prices in Switzerland 😁), but it’s positive!”

10.0

21 Oct 2025

The location was great, the hostel itself, the room and kitchen were very clean. I was lucky to have a room with separate beds and it was very spacious. The hostel has a museum and is one of the most old hostels in Switzerland!

Leen

“Superb”

9.0

16 Oct 2025

honestly I enjoyed this hostel and the karaoke party and activities were so much fun 😍😍

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Hostel Balmers Hostel (formerly Balmers Backpackers Hostel)

Hauptstrasse 23 – 33, Interlaken, 3800 (show map)

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Formerly Balmers Herberge

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Private 4-bed - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 4-Bed Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

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Bed in 10-Bed Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

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Private 6-bed - enter dates to see room photos

Private 8-bed - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Single Room - enter dates to see room photos

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“Sociable hostel that’s very welcoming and encourages you to step out your comfort zone and have fun!”

“Door slamming, party hostel, ear plugs, fireplace”

“Great! The first hostel experience (due to high prices in Switzerland 😁), but it’s positive!”

“Superb”

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Hostel Balmers Hostel (formerly Balmers Backpackers Hostel)

Hauptstrasse 23 – 33, Interlaken, 3800 (show map)

Hostel Overview

Formerly Balmers Herberge

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Rooms List

Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

Private 4-bed - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 4-Bed Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 8-bed dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 10-Bed Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 6-Bed Dorm - enter dates to see room photos

Private 6-bed - enter dates to see room photos

Private 8-bed - enter dates to see room photos

Standard Single Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Hotel Ratings (Click to select a rating)

“Sociable hostel that’s very welcoming and encourages you to step out your comfort zone and have fun!”

“Door slamming, party hostel, ear plugs, fireplace”

“Great! The first hostel experience (due to high prices in Switzerland 😁), but it’s positive!”

“Superb”

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