Where to stay in Grindelwald, Switzerland

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Decided on Grindelwald as your alpine base camp for Switzerland’s Jungfrau region, but stuck on where exactly to stay? I’ve rounded up 10 of the best Grindelwald accommodation options for different types of trips and travellers.

This magical mountain village might be compact (no accommodation is more than a half-hour walk from the station, uphill fitness aside 🙃), but it’s certainly not lacking for choice.

You’ve got back-to-basics budget stays, comfortable traditional chalets, luxe spa hotels and self-catered apartments for bigger travel crews, and the right one for you will depend on your personal hierarchy of value, view, convenience, amenities and service level.

I’ve stayed in Grindelwald myself, done the slogs Google Maps doesn’t warn you about, and noted the real walk for every recommendation below, so you don’t end up hauling your bags up an icy hill on arrival day and breaking an ankle or letting your suitcase slip through your fingers and transform into a wheeled gravity-assisted torpedo.

Quick overview of where to stay in Grindelwald

💰 A quick note on the ‘From’ prices below: I’ve used the cheapest typical (as in not an anomaly) rates I could see on booking.com across the shoulder months (October/November and April/May) and peak season (July/August), for two people in a double room unless stated otherwise. Prices can move constantly with dates and demand, so treat these as a rough guide rather than a direct quote.

Some hotels might be cheaper if you book direct but some might be more expensive, if you’re a booking.com Genius member you can get extra discounts, and obviously room categories above the basic ones will have higher starting prices.

Bergwelt Grindelwald (best luxury hotel + my personal favourite)

📍 Location: 10 min walk from the station with an uphill final stretch (free shuttle available), 2 min walk from the Grindelwald-First gondola
⭐ Rating & reviews: 4-star, rated 8.9/10 from 2000+ reviews on booking.com
💰 Price: From 282CHF (shoulder) / 520CHF (peak) for a double room with breakfast

I’ve stayed in literally hundreds of hotels around the world, so trust me when I tell you that this place is worth the splurge if you’re looking to stay somewhere boutique-y in Grindelwald.

Our time here started with a train station pickup by Bergwelt’s legendary driver, Dave, who made a fantastic first impression during the few-minute drive up to the resort. It’s only about 10 minutes by foot with a bit of a gradient for the final stretch, but my suitcase and camera bag are not fun to lug up hills and I’ll never say no to a free transfer 🙃

We checked into our Eiger view room and my jaw dropped, the outlook from the balcony was spectacular.

The room itself was more refined and sophisticated than traditional wooden chalet, but very comfortable and spacious.

Breakfast was brilliant with loads of choice, and I’d highly recommend treating yourself to room service so you can fuel your body from the comfort of your bathrobe while the morning fog lifts off the mountains.

We also opted for the tasting menu at the hotel restaurant two nights in a row, the food was diviiiiine but the first night’s amuse-bouche of burrata espuma (like a super light foam) will live rent free in my head forever more.

I didn’t have time (or money 😂) for any spa treatments unfortunately but I loved the outdoor jacuzzi, cosy relaxation room and variety of saunas for different tolerance levels, exactly what my legs needed after a busy and chilly autumn day visiting both Grindelwald-First and Jungfraujoch.

Book this one if:

• You’re celebrating something and want a dreamy room, delicious restaurant and glorious spa without leaving the hotel
• You want to be first up the mountain at Grindelwald-First to get to the Cliff Walk or Lake Bachalpsee before anyone else
• You want a place to rest and recover after big mountain days

💡 Worth a gamble if this one’s out of your budget: Bergwelt’s got a much cheaper 3* sister hotel just down the slope, it’s called Hotel PINTE and it has a suspicious (in a good way) number of reviews that mention being upgraded to Bergwelt itself.

It’s never guaranteed, obviously, so only book it if you’d be happy staying at PINTE for PINTE prices, but with shoulder rates from 190CHF and peak from 275CHF (two people in a double, no breakfast though) it’s a fair deal for the location even if the upgrade doesn’t come through.

Hotel Grindelwalderhof (best mid-range hotel)

📍 Location: On the main street between the station (7 min walk) and the First gondola (5 min)
⭐ Rating & reviews: 3-star, rated 9/10 from 770+ reviews on booking.com
💰 Price: From 224CHF (shoulder) / 323CHF (peak) for a double room with breakfast

This 3* chalet hotel on the main street tops the podium for best value hotel for in-between travellers (and by that I mean those of us who are too fussy for hostels but can’t afford to splash out every night).

Every room and apartment here was renovated in December 2025, so you’re sleeping in some of the newest rooms in Grindelwald while paying less than most similarly-rated hotels that aren’t as fresh or as central. Win!

Most rooms have a balcony with Eiger views, guests rave about the included breakfast, there’s a bus stop right outside and there’s even a mini Migros next door for adventure snacks and picnic dinners.

Book this one if:

• You want the newest rooms in the village without paying high-end prices
• You’re looking for the sweet spot between value for money, convenience and comfort
• You’re keen to save money by devouring a massive breakfast each morning and then surviving off cheap (in Swiss standards) supermarket meals the rest of the day

Boutique Hotel Glacier (best hotel with a private hot tub)

📍 Location: On the quiet edge of the village about 10 min down from the main station, gravity helps on the way there and punishes on the way back (free shuttle available)
⭐ Rating & reviews: 4-star, 9.2/10 from 590+ reviews on booking.com
💰 Price: Signature rooms (the ones with hot tubs) start from around 925CHF (shoulder) / 947CHF (peak)

I don’t know the secret to happiness, but I have a strong feeling that it involves soaking in a private hot tub on your hotel room terrace, drink in hand, with the Eiger’s north face filling the view.

These outdoor hot tubs are exclusive to Boutique Hotel Glacier’s Signature rooms, and from my research they’re the only hotel in Grindelwald that has private mountain-view jacuzzis. You have to make sure you book the right room category though, the hotel has cheaper double rooms and ‘Eigerview’ rooms which look like decent value mid-range options, but if you’re booking them hoping for a soak under stars, you’ll be sorely disappointed.

The hot tubs aren’t the only hotel highlight either. The whole place is sleek with stylish interiors, there’s a heated outdoor whirlpool, a hammam, saunas and waterbeds for max relaxing, and the restaurant has gone all-in on wine for 2026, so oenophiles should lock in at least one evening meal here.

Book this one if:

• Your perfect end to a day of exploring is drinking bubbles in some bubbles 🛀🏼
• You’re whisking your favourite person away for a romantic holiday
• You’re willing to spend large for a unique accommodation experience

Hotel Central Wolter (best hotel for train station access)

📍 Location: 1 min flat walk from the station, directly opposite the bus stops
⭐ Rating & reviews: 3-star, rated 8.7/10 from 1400+ reviews on booking.com
💰 Price: From 204CHF (shoulder) / 243CHF (peak) for a standard double room with breakfast

If your Grindelwald plan is day trips to Lauterbrunnen, Wengen, Jungfraujoch, or even back down to Interlaken for the lakes or Harder Kulm, this family-run 3-star wins on pure logistics.

You can see the station from the front door, every bus connection leaves from across the road, and there’s a full Coop supermarket over the street for keeping food costs down.

The rooms are comfortable alpine style and range from cosy and practical to spacious with balconies and Eiger views, plus they’ve got an annexe building behind the main hotel with studios that have proper kitchens for self-catering.

This one doesn’t have fancy extras like an on-site pool or spa facilities but it’s just across the road from the Grindelwald Sports Centre, and the tourist card you get free with your hotel booking gives you 50% off entry to their indoor pool, sauna oasis and even a rock climbing room.

Book this one if:

• You want to beat the crowds up to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe (walk 60 seconds to the train, travel one stop down to Grindelwald Terminal and you can catch the Eiger Express from there)
• You’re travelling with heavy bags and want to minimise the distance you have to carry them
• You don’t mind a simple place to stay if it gives you more spending money for experiences

Hotel Spinne (best value hotel with a pool)

📍 Location: In the middle of the village, 6 min flat walk from the station
⭐ Rating & reviews: 4-star, rated 8.9/10 from 1600+ reviews on booking.com
💰 Price: From 272CHF (shoulder) / 310CHF (peak) for a budget double room with breakfast, single rooms from 116CHF (shoulder) / 155CHF (peak)

Alpine hotels with mountain-view infinity pools usually charge close to four-figures for their cheapest rooms, whether you’re in Switzerland, Austria, Italy or France, but Hotel Spinne has arguably the best pool in the Jungfrau region at a fraction of those prices. It’s an absolute steal!

I did a double take when I saw they had single rooms in the shoulder season for as low as 116CHF, and that’s with breakfast 🤯

The budget room options are basic and dated but you’re paying for the wider hotel experience, and reviews are overwhelmingly positive across the board. Pay a bit more for a renovated room with a balcony looking up to the Eiger.

Book this one if:

• You want to swim in one of the most photogenic infinity pools in the country without maxing out your credit card
• You’re happy to compromise on interior style for a full spa situation
• You’re a solo traveller needing some self-care, those single room prices for a hotel with spa facilities like this is unheard of

Jungfrau Lodge, Swiss Mountain Hotel (best budget hotel)

📍 Location: 6 min walk from the station, an easy amble on the way there with only a slight rise coming back
⭐ Rating & reviews: Rated 8.6/10 from 1400+ reviews on booking.com
💰 Price: Singles from 90CHF and doubles from 200CHF with breakfast, even in peak season

Grindelwald doesn’t really do cheap, but this 118-year-old mountain lodge is as affordable as it gets if you want a private bathroom, a decent night’s sleep and a short walk to town.

The rooms are stripped back to the essentials as you’d expect for that price, just a bed, a small desk and unfussy furnishings, made for travellers who would rather spend their francs on fun stuff instead of fancy amenities. Breakfast gets a shout out in most reviews so that saves even more money.

Unsurprisingly, these budget-friendly rooms get booked up well in advance, so if you’re hoping to nab a deal as good as this then you neeeed to lock it in as soon as you’ve confirmed your dates. At the time of writing the hotel only had 10 nights available in the next two months, the rest were fully booked!

Book this one if:

• You want a private room with breakfast at prices that barely exist anywhere else in the village
• You’re on a tight budget and planning your trip early (because I can almost guarantee it will sell out if you leave it too late)
• You plan on spending most of your awake time outside in the mountains rather than chilling in your hotel room

Eiger Lodge Easy (best hostel)

📍 Location: In the lower part of Grindelwald near Grindelwald Terminal station and the Eiger Express cable car, the main village is a short bus ride or 20 min uphill walk
⭐ Rating & reviews: Rated 8.9/10 from 1000+ reviews on booking.com, and rated 9.4/10 from 700+ reviews on Hostelworld
💰 Price: Dorm beds from 47CHF (shoulder) / 62CHF (peak), double rooms with shared bathrooms from 129CHF (shoulder) / 188CHF (peak), breakfast included in both

This classic backpacker hostel is located down in the valley at the bottom of Grindelwald village, ideal for access to the Eiger Express (which takes you towards Jungfraujoch), the Männlichen gondola and plenty of ski slopes if you’re visiting for some winter fun.

Dorms are simple but more modern than most traditional Swiss hostels, each bunk has its own shelf, light and power socket and the bottom bunks have a rail where you could hang a towel over for privacy. No curtains for each bed unfortunately, they seem to be very rare in Switzerland for some reason!

There’s a kitchenette with kettle and microwave but no proper cooking facilities, which is also standard in Switzerland hostels, but there’s a small Coop at Grindelwald Terminal down the road, the lodge has an onsite restaurant that serves up hearty alpine dishes for reasonable prices, or you can catch a bus or walk 20ish minutes up to the village for more food options with a side of cardio.

Book this one if:

• You want a female-only dorm, Grindelwald Youth Hostel is the other main hostel in town but they only have mixed dorms
• You want easy access to hiking trails or ski slopes at wallet-friendly prices
• Budget is top priority

Hotel Kirchbühl Superior (best hotel for solo travellers)

📍 Location: On the upper edge of the village, a 15-20 min hilly walk from the station
⭐ Rating & reviews: 4-star, rated 8.6/10 from 800+ reviews on booking.com
💰 Price: Single rooms from 170CHF (shoulder) / 278CHF (peak) with breakfast

I’ve scoured through the solo-friendly non-hostel options throughout Grindelwald, and Hotel Kirchbühl Superior’s traditional chalet-style single rooms come out on top for me.

Single rooms are pretty common in alpine hotels throughout Switzerland, but often they’re at the back of the building without the best view, with minimal natural light or crammed into awkward corners. Here though, all of them are ~17m² with a desk and a balcony (!) with a view of the Wetterhorn (!!).

The Brawand family has run this place for four generations and loads of reviews mention the high quality service and homely feeling, which is always a bonus when you’re travelling alone. The onsite restaurant is top-rated too if you’re keen for a fancy meal, and that saves you having to trek into the village for dinner.

Book this one if:

• You’re travelling solo and don’t want a dingy shoebox at the back of a building
• Peaceful surroundings and glacier views matter more to you than being 30 seconds from the shops
• You’d rather have a comfortable room and balcony than a flashy pool (if the pool wins, Hotel Spinne’s single rooms are often cheaper, but they’re more in the shoebox category)

Bergwelt Grindelwald Residence (best luxury apartment for families & groups)

📍 Location: A private chalet inside the Bergwelt resort I already mentioned, so you get the same 10 min walk or free shuttle from the station and the 2 min hop to the First gondola
⭐ Rating & reviews: Rated 9.7/10 from 25+ reviews on booking.com
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Capacity: Three bedrooms, up to six people
💰 Price: Depends on number of guests but for two adults and two kids rates start from around 1850-1950CHF year-round

If you loved the sound of Bergwelt Grindelwald at the very top of this list but you need multiple rooms, the answer is this 132m² residence in an exclusive chalet next to the main hotel, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen, a fireplace and a wraparound balcony that faces the mountains. A true alpine home away from home!

There are two residences next to each other so this would work for families/groups up to 12 people.

You still get access to everything the hotel offers, like the Fire & Ice Spa, swimming pool, decadent buffet breakfast and station transfer, but with the benefits of having your own space to hang out, cook meals and enjoy quality time with your favourite people in a stunning place, without being cooped up in someone’s hotel room.

Book this one if:

• You’re wanting a five-star experience without giving up space or home comforts
• You want to cook your own breakfast in your PJs but still have a spa and wellness centre just steps away
• It’s a milestone trip with your friends or family and want to stay somewhere unforgettable

Chalet Carve (best mid-range apartment for families & groups)

📍 Location: 5 min walk down from the station, easy on arrival day with a short uphill walk whenever you head back up
⭐ Rating & reviews: Rated 9.8/10 from 130+ reviews on booking.com
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Capacity: Two bedrooms, up to five people
💰 Price: Depends on number of guests but for four people rates start from around 432CHF (shoulder) / 598CHF (peak)

Chalet Carve has three alpine-chic apartments (Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau) that each sleep up to five people across two bedrooms, run by a local family who have designed these places to be the ultimate family-friendly Grindelwald getaway.

There’s a basement playroom for kids with toys and table tennis, children’s bikes and sledges, a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities, and a ski room with boot dryers if you’re hitting the slopes.

Book this one if:

• You’re travelling with kids and want to stay somewhere they’ll enjoy just as much as you
• You need a proper two-bedroom self-catering setup
• Grindelwald is part of a wider Europe family trip and you just want somewhere relatively affordable to park up for a few days to catch up on laundry and downtime

Booking tips for Grindelwald

• Book 6-8 months ahead for June to September and the ski season in January/February, especially if you’re on a budget or you have specific requirements around location. The cheapest rooms in each hotel sell first (and can get snapped up very early), so booking late doesn’t just mean the budget rooms will be more expensive, it means you might be stuck paying three times your nightly budget for a deluxe room with a view you certainly can’t afford.
• Check your accommodation’s location before you jump on the train so you know what station to get off at. The train from Interlaken stops at Grindelwald Terminal first (down the bottom of the valley, near the Eiger Express and Männlichen gondolas) before reaching Grindelwald, the main village station.

• Email ahead to see if your hotel has a shuttle, many hotels further than a five min walk from the station offer a free shuttle service if you let them know your arrival time in advance.
• Check seasonal closing dates if you’re visiting in the shoulder months. Some hotels close between the peak seasons for maintenance, so if you’re seeing limited availability it’s likely because there are fewer options open at all rather than things being all booked up.
• All overnight stays at registered hotels/hostels/lodges/chalets in Grindelwald include a nightly tourist tax of up to 5.20CHF per person 12+, but the benefit is you get a free guest card which covers free rides on local buses plus discounts on some local excursions and services.
• Lots of hotels and lodges here have minimum stays in busy seasons, usually two or three nights for hotels, but can be longer for traditional chalets. If you’re coming for a short trip there will be fewer options to choose from, so it’s even more important to book in advance.

FAQs about where to stay in Grindelwald

Next steps: Plan the rest of your trip

Hopefully that’s helped you sort out your Grindelwald base!

The next job is planning what you’ll actually do here, and I’ve got you covered there too:

• My Jungfrau Travel Pass review breaks down whether the pass is actually worth it for Jungfraujoch, Grindelwald-First and other alpine excursions
• My 10-day Switzerland itinerary shows you how Grindelwald fits perfectly into a bigger multi-stop trip
• My Switzerland travel pass calculator will tell you the best travel pass for your actual itinerary (and it’s free!)
• Or check out all my Switzerland travel guides and itineraries here

Happy travels 🏔️

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