Interlaken Ost Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Harder Kulm - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
Getting around
Bern (BRN-Belp) - 41 min drive
Interlaken West Station - 1 min walk
Interlaken West Ferry Terminal - 4 min walk
Interlaken Harderbahn Station - 20 min walk
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
At Essential by Dorint Interlaken, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Mystery Rooms and Lake Brienz. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Covered onsite self parking (CHF 28 per night)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Bar/lounge
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2024
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Heating
Espresso maker
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 26 for adults and CHF 13 for children
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per pet, per stay
Parking
Covered self parking costs CHF 28 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Frequently asked questions
Does Essential by Dorint Interlaken offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Essential by Dorint Interlaken does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 25 per pet, per stay.
Is parking offered on site at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?
Yes. Self parking costs CHF 28 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Essential by Dorint Interlaken?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Interlaken Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.
What's the area around Essential by Dorint Interlaken like?
Essential by Dorint Interlaken is a short 1-minute walk from Interlaken West Station and 4 minutes' walk from Mystery Rooms.
Essential by Dorint Interlaken Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
12 Dec 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 Nov 2024
Gateway to alps
Modern facility in excellent location.
Derek
Derek, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2024
Super Location
Hotel is located just in front of the Interlaken West train station.
It was a surprise to us when we found that the entrance to the hotel is just 10m from the train when we alighted.
It’s a good choice to stay here for few days when you make your trip in and out to the different Alps in the vicinity.
kang
kang, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
Great service and helpful staff
Chee
Chee, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2024
Quiet comfort, excellent staff and tasty breakfast
The Essential was a great place to stay right along the Interlaken West train stop, literally out the back door. With the door closed however, we couldn't even hear the trains stopping.
Excellent rooms and breakfast as well. This isn't a cheap place to stay but well worth the money when you need a quiet and comfortable place to recharge after active days in the mountains.
Michael
Michael, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
2 Oct 2024
Very good.
I was generally pleased with this hotel. The breakfast is good. The location is very close to the Interlaken West Station.
ping
ping, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
1 Oct 2024
Mina Ria
Mina Ria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Lezlie
Lezlie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 Sep 2024
Jori
Jori, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Sep 2024
Property was very close to Interlaken West rail station. Delicious breakfast.
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
16 Sep 2024
The parking is not obvious and you can end up searching for a parking space to check in and then get access to the car park. Very central to Interlaken though as the hotel backs onto the railway station which you cannot hear - good insulation
julie
julie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Sep 2024
Great place to stay near everything in the city. Easy to walk to all the main attractions.
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sep 2024
Very easily accessible to the train and walking distance to dining and shopping. Thought there may be some noise from the trains but was super quiet we were very pleased. Rooms were modern and nicely appointed. Staff was friendly.
Rene
Rene, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sep 2024
This property is right next to Interlaken West station - perfect if that is how you are travelling! It’s a 5 min walk into town and to most attractions in Interlaken. Really great location! The staff are amazing, so helpful and friendly. The breakfast is fantastic, so many options and good coffee. A fabulous hotel!
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Great location, friendly staff and awesome breakfast
Shatha
Shatha, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
12 Sep 2024
Seems like a new property and location is right at the train station. Seemed to have staff in training (but no identification to state so) and other more experienced staff just lurking around and not helping/assisting
christa
christa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
11 Sep 2024
Next to train station and lots of noice and my room had lots of dust everywhere.
MEIR
MEIR, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sep 2024
The hotel is just sit on the train station platform 😀
Catherine
Catherine, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sep 2024
Rene
Rene, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
8 Sep 2024
JANARDHAN
JANARDHAN, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
7 Sep 2024
The location and property were great! Loved the free breakfast and it was very close to all. The cleaning service was poor, we were forgotten one day despite putting the sign out, and only half the room was cleaned the second day.