Balmers Hostel
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Balmers Hostel is Switzerland’s oldest privately owned hostel, in Matten bei Interlaken.
Why go
- Three Swiss chalets surrounded by mountain peaks
Good to know
Non-smoking roomsGreat ViewMountain ViewOvenStovetopElectric kettleEnglish, Spanish, German, ItalianPaid public parking nearbyFree High Speed Internet (WiFi)WifiBar / loungeHikingBilliardsAdults onlyBBQ facilities
Good for
- Solo travelers A social setting where travelers can meet and unwind.
- Groups Groups of up to 10 people are welcome.
- Families with children Guests must be aged 18 or over.
Rooms
- Smoking policy
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room features
- Oven, stovetop and electric kettle
Amenities
- Parking Paid public parking is available nearby.
- Wi-Fi Free high-speed internet and Wi-Fi are available.
- Billiards
- Hiking
- Courtyard and beer garden
- Kitchen equipment Cutlery, pots, pans, dry-food storage and two large fridges.
Restaurants and bars on site
- Bar and lounge
- Barbecue facilities
Location
- Hauptstrasse 23–33, 3800 Matten bei Interlaken.
- A supermarket is around the corner.
What you see
- The hostel is set among mountain peaks.
With kids
- Balmers Hostel is for guests aged 18 and over.
Check-in and house rules
- Late arrival
- Use the check-in kiosk if you arrive after reception closes at 10 pm.
- Checkout
- Bring your sheets, duvet cover and pillowcase to reception.
Interesting facts3
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50 rooms
The hostel has 50 rooms.
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Staff speak English, Spanish, German and Italian.
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50 beds
It started with 50 beds and later grew to 350.
About us - Balmers - Best hostel, Switzerland, Interlaken
History
Erich and Katharina Balmer ran the business for over 30 years. Today, Carmen Balmer and her team own and manage the hostel, continuing the family’s third generation.
- 1907Frida and Adolf Balmer began the business as a tourist house.
- 1945The business took the name Balmers Herberge.
- 1950sThe founders began hosting British school groups.
- 1970sErich Balmer returned from work in the USA and Canada and turned the business into a private hostel.
Shorts
Sources: The swiss alps hostel in Interlaken is Balmers.… · About us - Balmers - Best hostel, Switzerland, … · Balmers Hostel: booking (its own site) · What services are included at Balmers - Interla… · checked 11 Oct 2026
Where
Hauptstrasse 23 - 33, Matten bei Interlaken, 3800
- Website
- balmers.com/
- Phone
- +41-338221961
Questions and answers
How can I contact Balmers Hostel?
Call +41 33 822 19 61.
Are barbecue facilities available at Balmers Hostel?
Yes, guests have access to BBQ facilities.
Is there a bar at Balmers Hostel?
Yes, the hostel has a bar and lounge.
How can I book a room at Balmers Hostel?
Rooms can be booked through Mews.
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