Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Friendly staff
Impeccable cleanliness
Unique atmosphere
Cons:
Small room sizes
High dinner prices

Categories

Cleanliness
9.25
Most reviews praised the cleanliness of the hotel, highlighting impeccable cleanliness in various areas.
Service
9.25
Staff were often described as friendly and professional, going above and beyond for guests.
Location
9.25
The location received positive comments for its beautiful views and magical ambiance.
Room Quality
8.25
Some rooms were noted to be small, affecting the overall comfort.
Amenities
9.25
Amenities like the restaurant and historic features were positively received.
Value for Money
8.75
While some found it a bit expensive, most reviews suggested that the experience was worth the price.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Food quality was generally praised, although some specific dishes received mixed reviews.
Overall Experience
9.25
Overall, guests had an unforgettable experience, with minor complaints not detracting from the enjoyment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 22:47

Property Description

Historic Charm and Scenic Views

The Grandhotel Giessbach, a historic house from 1874, offers a secluded retreat on a hill above Lake Brienz. Enjoy breathtaking views of the lake and the majestic Giessbach Waterfall.

Luxurious Amenities and Dining Options

Indulge in the outdoor pool, two restaurants - one with a charming summer terrace, and free parking. Immerse yourself in the carefully restored 19th-century charm of the guest rooms.

Culinary Delights and Convenient Location

Savor modern cuisine at the two restaurants and don't miss the included 4-course dinner with half board. Conveniently located at the foot of the Giessbach Waterfall, with direct access to the Giessbach ship pier via Europe's oldest funicular.

Book now to experience a blend of history, luxury, and natural beauty at Grandhotel Giessbach.

Important information:

If you require an extra bed, please inform the property at least 3 days in advance. Contact details are stated in the booking confirmation. Please note that a surcharge may apply if extra beds are not ordered at least 3 days in advance.

Please note that drinks are not included in the half-board menu.

This property does not have air conditioned rooms or a spa. The outdoor pool is not heated.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Dec 7, 2026 until Wed, Mar 31, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BRN

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1246 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.25
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
J
Jan • couple • pl
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Zak • couple • us
9
Fantastic lake and mountain view resort
Pros:

The lake and mountain view from the hotel is fantastic.

Cons:

It is a bit inconvenient for outdoor activities near Jungfrau, but it was a good experience to have stayed here. You are also concerned about getting food. The hotel is the only choice.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
Y
yasser • couple • sa
1
Pros:

الموقع والإطلالة

Cons:

الأثاث قديم لايوجد ثلاجه لايوجد ميني بار والتكييف لايعمل والأسعار مبالغ فيها لاتستحق والمواقف ليست مجانيّة انتبهوا عند الخروج يطلبون مبالغ إضافيه

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Out of this world experience
Pros:

Everything, a remarkable experience wish we could have stayed longer. Food excellent, views and walks amazing. The whole place is a dream to behold.

Cons:

Just leaving

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
M
Moshe • couple • il
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
V
vrooom • solo_traveller • us
10
Unique experience
Pros:

Beautiful view
Heritage-historic experience
Unique
Elegant public rooms
Reception staff exceptional
Great breakfasts

Cons:

Room was quite small and dark
Batroom small
Tourist Wander through hotelbat will
Shuttle service to/from railway station a bad joke - must use 40€ taxi

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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PETRUKHINA • solo_traveller • ae
9
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
P
Patrick • couple • ch
9
Inoubliable
Pros:

Son architecture ,l’emplacement et son intérieur unique et exceptionnel

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
R
Rakshanda • solo_traveller • be
6
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
J
Jihan • couple • ae
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
I
Ivan • solo_traveller • pt
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
A
Abdi • couple • mr
2
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
M
Martin • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
J
Jean-Marc • couple • ch
8
Märchenhaftes Hotel über dem Brienzersee.
Pros:

Traumhaftes Haus an ebensolcher Lage mit grandioser Aussicht. Tolles Frühstücksbuffet. Schöne Parkanlage. Eigene Standseilbahn zur Schiffsstation. Kehrli-Terrasse sehr schön, feines Essen am Mittag. Essen im "Elisa" war auch sehr fein, im "Cascades" fühlten wir uns kulinarisch weniger gut abgeholt.
Freundliches Personal im ganzen Hotel.

Cons:

Der Check-in verlief leider nicht ganz perfekt. Da wir zu früh da waren, mussten wir uns noch etwas gedulden, was überhaupt kein Problem war. Unser Gepäck wurde aber nicht gleich unter Verschluss gebracht, es wurde bei der Réception "vergessen" und stehen gelassen. Erst nach wiederholter Erinnerung von uns nach über 60 Min. wurde das dann korrigiert.
Auch wurden wir beim Check-in nicht auf das zentrale Mini-Bar-Angebot im 3. Stock hingewiesen.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Rodolfo servando • family_with_children • es
5
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
G
Galia • couple • kw
7
Once in a lifetime
Pros:

The vintage feel of it and the decoration is elite and the very nice location where you have the water fall and the lake were it is very beautiful

Cons:

It’s very isolating and the way to it is very dangerous because it is one way it can only fit one car

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
B
Beat • couple • ch
7
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
K
Kairui • couple • gb
10
不错的
Pros:

特别美像世外桃源

Cons:

房间内有点老了

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Deus68 • couple • de
9
Fantastic old charme grand Hotel with room for improvement
Pros:

Fantastic location in a beautiful natural setting surrounded by a stunning waterfall and park on the one side and the lake Interlaken on the other side. The Quality of the Breakfast and Choices, were fine.

Cons:

Unfortunately, the dinner in the bistro was very disappointing and did not meet the standard we expected from a hotel in this category.

Although the breakfast was good, the service provided by a tall blonde member of staff, who spoke with a Polish or Eastern European accent, was unpleasant. Her manner came across as arrogant, dismissive and not particularly helpful. This did not reflect the level of hospitality one would expect from a hotel of this reputation.

Another significant problem was the considerable noise from the rooms below ours, facing the inner side of the hotel, on two consecutive nights. We complained and later discovered that these were apparently staff rooms rather than guest rooms. Even during the summer, employees should be expected to keep their windows closed or reduce the noise after 10 p.m. and in the early morning so that hotel guests can rest.

Overall, the Grandhotel Giessbach is a beautiful historic property in a spectacular setting. However, considering the very high room rates, guests are entitled to expect a higher and more consistent standard of service, food quality and nighttime tranquillity. Guests should not have to argue for basic courtesy and peace; these should be taken for granted at a hotel of this class and price level

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
عادل • couple • sa
6
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee