Balmers Hostel

1.0 star property

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Reception
Exterior
Food and drink
Terrace/patio
Living room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Hauptstrasse 23, Matten bei Interlaken, 3800
  • Place, Hoeheweg
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mystery Rooms
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Interlaken Casino
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

6 Bedded Female Dorm Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Quad Private Room Shared Bathroom

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

10 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

8 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

4 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

6 Bedded Mix Dorm Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Twin Room Shared Bathroom

  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Double Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

6 Bed Private Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

8 Bed Private Dormitory

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Balmers Hostel

Adults-only hostel with nightclub and bar/lounge
Along with a nightclub, this hostel has a bar/lounge and a microwave in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a fridge in a common area, an arcade/games room and a library. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available once per stay.
Balmers Hostel offers 48 accommodations. This Matten bei Interlaken hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Balmers Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Mystery Rooms. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a bar and a nightclub. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include locker space, multilingual staff and a terrace
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Mystery Rooms and 5 minutes from Lake Brienz
  • Pets welcome free of charge (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
As a guest of Balmers Hostel, you'll find a nightclub, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Balmers Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Matten bei Interlaken hostel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 to 31 March, CHF 1.80 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 to 31 October, CHF 1.80 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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests will receive key retrieval information.
Balmers Hostel does not accept bookings of 8 or more guests. Balmers Hostel holds the right to refuse groups and may decide to charge a damage deposit to any group of more than 8 people."
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Balmers Tent Village Hostel Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers Tent Village Hostel
Balmers Tent Village Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers Tent Village
Balmers Hostel Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers
Balmer's Hostel Interlaken/Matten Bei Interlaken
Balmer`s Herberge Hotel Matten
Balmers The Tent Village Hostel
Balmers Hostel Matten bei Interlaken
Balmers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Reviews

Balmers Hostel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 177 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A great pick for Interlaken!

Balmer's has a ton of character! I really liked the different common areas for hanging out, and the kitchen was massive with lots of fridges. It's great if you want to cook your own meals. The under the bed storage bins for each person were a nice touch. Unfortunately, it did get a bit hot at night with only a non-oscillating fan. The bus stops right outside made getting around super easy. They also offer activities for guests (I didn’t join any), but it definitely had a social vibe. Overall, a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Masarrat

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy. Bit hot but the fan did the work. It also helped reducing the street noise. A good place to spend couple of nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our room is in attic and right across the washing area, for some reason every time the toilet flushes we can hear a loud gurgling sound in the room and there always are people talking very late at night, this is not a place for light sleeper and I did not rest well during my stay. I like the well equipped public kitchen and there is coop nearby so cooking was nice and easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sophia

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We will be back!

We really enjoyed our stay at Balmers! While I would say this place is for a younger crowd, I think there is something for everyone! They have nightly events (Trivia, sunset outings, movies, etc) and are located in a great location central to everything you could need!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was easy to get to and the staff was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genes, Sicklerville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family occupied the whole room with 3 bunk beds… adequate space, no elevator. Clean toilets but no hot shower in the early morning during our stay. Staff are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Aidan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Limited food options, clean facilities, friendly staff. Curfew was a bit early
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria, st Catharines

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, social areas, environment
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

farzana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and organized place. Nice and friendly staffs, friendly atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

julie, manchester

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with spectacular views. Great entertainment beautiful clean hostel close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect solo travel spot!

Absolutely amazing place to stay! So many amenities under one roof and perfect location to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay love the social community and activities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable room with excellent view of Jungfrau

Double room was very comfortable and had excellent view of Jungfrau. Good fridge / food storage system. But kitchen was bit crowded in evenings. Easy to walk / bus to Interlaken West and Ost
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Lavanya

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nairys Lagos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel ever. I'm very picky solo woman and i absolutely loved it. It is an experience not just a hostel. They give you a free bus pass too. It is super clean and close to things. The owner was there when i checked out he was very kind and asked me about my experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

JANI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022