St. Peter's Island, Canton of Bern hotel rooms at the Independent

"Excellent hotel. Really clean and comfortable with friendly staff. Perfectly positioned quite close to the train station (you can’t hear it!) and to the centre and old town, everywhere is walkable. If we go back to Bern we will definitely use this hotel again"

"Our stay at the Bären was fantastic. The staff is absolutely wonderful, friendly, accommodating. The Hotel and room is very clean. We were able to do early check in and our room had a little fridge and microwave, which was fantastic because we travelled with a toddler. They also put in a little bridge between the two single beds so we could all sleep in the big bed, no baby bed needed. The location is so close to all public transit and endless restaurants and shopping opportunities. It's very close to the parliament building. There is a public market on Saturday and Sunday everything is closed (shops, grocery stores) but restaurants/coffees are open. Overall a great location, quiet (if you get the courtyard rooms) and a very pleasant stay."

"Was very nice, comforting, prime location. The main point disappointing me is there is no A/C."

"Close to the station, easy access to Bern and therefore a lot of train routes for easy travel (if you have the Swiss travel pass). Apartment had utensils needed for cooking which helped save money as food can be expensive in Swizerlabd"

"First time in Bern. I love the city and hotel. Room was very clean and modern. Staff was very attentive. The city's bus/tram service stops accross from hotel, so you can be in downtown or old town in about 15 minutes. Added perk, if you're on 4th floor or higher, you get a nice view of the alps!!"

"Great stay, welcoming staff. The rooms are a good size. The bar and restaurants were really good"