Experience the essence of Monbijou at Hotel National Bern, where modern comfort meets natural beauty. With a delicious continental breakfast, you'll be ready to explore; then unwind in the garden or discover new titles from the library. Guests rave about the helpful staff and convenient location.
Enjoy your visit to Bern with a stay at Hotel National Bern. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
45 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite parking limited
Offsite parking nearby (CHF 28 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1908
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Lockers available
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might 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: CHF 4.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
Tourism fee: CHF 1.50 per person, per night
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CHF 25.0 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 10.00 per pet, per day
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 28 per day
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.
Also known as
National Bern
Hotel National Bern Bern
Hotel National Bern Hotel
Hotel National Bern Hotel Bern
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel National Bern offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel National Bern does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel National Bern?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 10.00 per pet, per day.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel National Bern?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel National Bern?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel National Bern?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Jackpot Spielcasino Bern (12-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel National Bern and nearby?
Hotel National Bern has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel National Bern?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel National Bern like?
Hotel National Bern is a short 5-minute walk from Bern (ZDJ-Bern Railway Station) and 7 minutes' walk from Federal Palace. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Hotel National Bern Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, great, wonderful, and delicious with many options available. (28 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2026
Wonderful staff, unique hotel
Albert
Albert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2025
Nice staff clean and comfortable room good breakfast and hotel in a good location
kev
kev, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2026
Close to the main station and not from the Old Town. We were able to check-in early at no extra charge.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2026
The hotel was easy to find and conveniently located for the station and the Altstadt. The staff were helpful.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
The most fantastic staff ever, so welcoming and warm, and gave great advice for visiting the city! Lovely clean room, great amenities, basic but decent breakfast, and ideal location!
Aimee
Aimee, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2026
Nice central hotel …. Friendly staff
Aldo
Aldo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2026
Friendly reception, very considerate.
Excellent location (a little bit loud due to tram), nice restaurants around.
ilhak
ilhak, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
The staff were welcoming and helpful, efficiently providing a lot of information for my stay. They were happy to greet you each time coming or going as well with a cheery disposition. The room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was absolutely delicious with a busy, mindful attendant.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 19, 2025
Very cool old old style hotel. Reception staff were friendly and super helpful.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2026
Staff were so nice and made everything easy. Room was very comfortable and clean, I really enjoyed my stay. Best of all it was only a couple of minutes' walk from the station and from all the meeting points during my trip! 100% recommend.
Carla
Carla, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
Central older hotel with nice staff and lovely clean room and bathroom
Lyn
Lyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
Location, location, location
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2025
Amazing location just 6 minutes walk from the train station, very clean, quiet and nice rooms, very friendly staff, I definitely recommend it!! Bern is so beautiful, we loved our stay here.
Samara
Samara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
Conveniently with accessibility to transportation, attractions, shops and food. Staff are kind and approachable.
Eng Tatt
Eng Tatt, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2025
Clean room, nice size, windows that open!! Staff courteous, friendly
William
William, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 10, 2025
Conveniently close to the station, very friendly staff and great breakfast! Very pleasant stay!
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2025
Very kind lady at the front desk who helped us with checking in, parking, the public transport and choosing dining options. The rooms are nice and the atmosphere is really cozy as well! Would stay here longer if we could!
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 28, 2025
Clean room, friendly staff. Rather small room though.
Klemens
Klemens, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 10, 2025
The hotel was very clean. There was not many choices for breakfast but staff are very friendly.
Fatima
Fatima, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
Ana on reception was so incredibly helpful and went out of her way to ensure we had a good stay in Bern. The room was lovely and the hotel is in a convenient location near the train station and bus station.
Zoe
Zoe, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2025
Very convenient for the main station. Breakfast was typical and fine. Staff exceptionally friendly and helpful
john
john, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Great staff, with free tram service include. Great restaurant across the street as well.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
Amazing hotel and staff!breakfast fine too..Many thanks
Konstantinos
Konstantinos, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2024
Nice hotel near the train station. Friendly staff, clean rooms, breakfast was good.
Zongkui
Zongkui, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 23, 2025
The location is great, walking distance to the train station. The interior and furniture looked quite old, and breakfast was relatively simple.