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Our top choices for Brienz hostels

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, a building with large windows, and a tree-lined street.

1. Youth Hostel Interlaken

Youth Hostel Interlaken
2.0 star property
Central Interlaken
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (565 reviews)
"The hotel includes breakfast, which is a bonus! The location is perfect too, right next to Interlaken Ost station and just a few minutes away from Harder Kulm."
Australia
Lily
The price is ₩261,545
₩280,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Youth Hostel Interlaken
A modern interior with wooden walls, large windows, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

2. Eiger Lodge Easy

Eiger Lodge Easy
Grindelwald
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (286 reviews)
"Our shared room was big, breakfast was amazing, and the staff was extremely helpful. WiFi was great and it's right next to the terminal."
United States
Roberto
The price is ₩204,183
₩225,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Eiger Lodge Easy
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a mountain view, and a building with a red brick wall.

3. Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel

Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Interlaken
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (264 reviews)
"Loved our stay!"
United States
Jane
The price is ₩197,156
₩213,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel
A large, historic building with multiple windows and a prominent tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain backdrop.

4. Adventure Hostel Interlaken

Adventure Hostel Interlaken
2.0 star property
Unterseen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (41 reviews)
"Friendly and warm atmosphere."
United States
Andrew
The price is ₩186,021
₩206,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Adventure Hostel Interlaken
A coffee shop interior with a counter, seating area, and visible coffee-making equipment.

5. Youth Hostel Engelberg

Youth Hostel Engelberg
2.0 star property
Engelberg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Excellent"
United States
Ma. Anunciata
The price is ₩212,313
₩230,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Youth Hostel Engelberg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Learn more about Brienz

Take a boat ride on turquoise Lake Brienz, where wooden vessels glide past mountain-framed shores. Skilled woodcarvers welcome visitors to their workshops, while the Rothorn railway offers spectacular Alpine panoramas.

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A calm lake surrounded by mountains, a clear sky, and a red lifebuoy on a bench.

Top reviews in Brienz

A lakeside village with traditional buildings, boats, and mountains in the background.
Lake Lodge Hostel

Lake Lodge Hostel

Lake Lodge Hostel
Iseltwald

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay, thanks!
United States
Dylan
Reviewed August 5, 2024
Lake Lodge Hostel

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Brienz?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for exploring. If you're hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the lake views while you're here.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social setting.

What are the best hostels in Brienz?

While you're deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Brienz: Youth Hostel Brienz - Located within a 10-minute walk of Lake Brienz. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Brienz?

Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 58°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. The rainiest months in Brienz are June, August, May, and July, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Brienz?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to check out the area around Brienz. Get out into nature with places like Giessbach Falls, Brienzer Rothorn, and Lake Brienz. Cultural attractions include Schweizer Holzbildhauerei Museum, Ballenberg Open Air Museum, and Valley Museum Lauterbrunnen. Visit landmarks like Schlegelsaege Giswil, Ruine Rudenz, and Unspunnen Castle.

What's the best way to get to and around Brienz while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Brienz on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Bern (BRN-Belp), 27.4 mi (44.1 km) from the city center. An alternative is Zurich Airport (ZRH), situated 54.2 mi (87.3 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. Train stations including Brienz Station and Brienz BRB Station make it easy to check out more of the area.