ibis Bern Expo

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ibis
7.9 (1873 reviews)
Am Guisanplatz 2 , Bern , CH

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location with tram/bus stops at the door and free transport tickets provided
Friendly and professional staff; helpful reception
Clean and modern rooms with comfortable beds
Private underground parking and pet-friendly policy
Convenient for expo, festival and business purposes
Some guests praise a varied breakfast buffet
Cons:
Breakfast issues: limited variety/shortages at peak times and perceived high price
Small rooms and compact bathrooms; limited hanging/storage space
Parking is expensive
No minibar in rooms and limited EV charging points/charging stations
Occasional drainage/shower blockage and minor maintenance issues
At least one report of housekeeping disturbance (woken before expected time)

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
Multiple reviews explicitly note clean rooms and friendly, tidy housekeeping; overall cleanliness is consistently praised.
Service
8.9
Staff frequently described as friendly, helpful and professional (reception assistance, luggage storage, issuing transport tickets); service is a strong positive.
Location
9.2
Repeatedly highlighted as very convenient (tram/bus/stop at the door, close to expo/center/festival) and a key advantage of the hotel.
Room Quality
7.2
Mixed comments: comfortable beds but many mention small rooms and compact bathrooms; some found the bed or hanging/storage space uncomfortable.
Amenities
7.7
Mixed amenities: modern facilities, transport ticket and private parking available, pet-friendly, but lacks minibar, limited EV chargers and some missing charging points.
Value for Money
7
Perceived as somewhat expensive by several guests (room pricing, high parking and breakfast cost), though some find price acceptable given location and modernity.
Food and Beverage
6.8
Breakfast reception is mixed: some praise a rich buffet, but several guests reported shortages at peak time, limited variety, dry eggs and overall quality/price concerns.
Overall Experience
7.9
Generally positive overall: modern, clean, well-located hotel with comfortable beds and helpful staff, tempered by small rooms, breakfast and parking/amenity issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:16

Property Description

Convenient Location

This modern hotel is conveniently located opposite the Bern Expo Center, offering easy access to the city center, main train station, and nearby attractions such as the Wankdorfstadion and National Equestrian Centre. With tram stop just outside, exploring the city is a breeze.

Comfortable Accommodation

The Ibis Bern Expo provides air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. The 24/7 bar serves snacks and drinks, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing or business meetings.

Free Wi-Fi and Nearby Amenities

Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi throughout the property and proximity to the PostFinance Arena and various restaurants. With Bern Belp International Airport just 10 km away, the hotel offers both convenience and comfort for your stay.

Book your stay at the Ibis Bern Expo for a seamless travel experience.

Important information:

Guests aged 16 years pay CHF 5.70 per person, per night for the city taxes, and will receive a Bern Ticket for their whole stay, allowing free use of public transport in zones 100 and 101.

The city tax for children aged 6-15 is CHF 1.50 per child, per night, and they will also receive a Bern Ticket.

You will receive your Bern Ticket at hotel check-in, or you can activate it on your smartphone in the Bern Welcome application on your arrival day using your hotel confirmation number. The Bern Welcome app is available for download in the known app stores.


Please note that on the day of arrival, the booking confirmation is also valid as a public transport ticket (including transfer from Bern Airport).

Please be informed that breakfast costs CHF 9.5 per day for children aged 3-12 years and CHF 19 per day for guests aged 13 years and over. Breakfast is free of charge for children aged 0-5 years.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BRN

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1873 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 8.9
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 7.9
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Olga • couple • ch
8
A un paso del festival
Pros:

La ubicacion

Cons:

No había mini frigorífico en la habitación

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Walter • extended_group • ch
8
Pulizia e cura non mancano. Un po' stretti gli spazi comuni per colazioni,Per un soggiorno di lavoro
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Angelo • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Manfred • solo_traveller • at
7
War in Ordnung.
Pros:

Soweit hat alles den Erwartungen entsprochen.

Cons:

Das ich im Bett, dass Abwasser von den anderen Zimmern gehört habe. Konnte aber trotzdem gut schlafen.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Luc • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Bryan • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Francoise • solo_traveller • fr
8
Good but can improve
Pros:

The place nearby the expo

Cons:

The breakfast you have to do something to provide the right amount of food at the peak time the staff was busy but to many missing bread, scramble egg, one coffee machine is also not enough

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Philipp • extended_group • ch
8
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Arjen • solo_traveller • nl
7
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Ruud • couple • nl
7
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • ch
8
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Ozodbek • extended_group • uz
8
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Häsler • family_with_children • ch
7
Pros:

Lage gut. Zimmer für die Ausstattung für mich eher obere Grenze. Personal ist freundlich

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Christoph • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Zimmer früh verfügbar. Freundliche Mitarbeiter. Saubere Zimmer.

Cons:

nur 2 Ladestationen für E-Autos. Wenn diese besetzt sind, geht man weit suchen.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Emmanuel • solo_traveller • ch
2
Nothing in the room apart from bed and shower.
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Everything

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Valentina • family_with_children • ch
7
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Paparo • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Jérôme • family_with_children • ch
9
Sympa et calme
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Jolanda • solo_traveller • ch
9
Ideale Lage für Kurse im NPZ
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal und sauberes Zimmer

Cons:

Wenig Platz um Kleider aufzuhängen, das Bett ist eher unbequem

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee