This historic Swiss mountain cottage in Gimmelwald can be found next to the cable car connecting the village of Stechelberg to the Schilthorn summit. It offers simply furnished rooms, tasty Swiss food, a charming terrace and free Wi-fi. You can enjoy panoramic views of the mountains from your room, which come with solid wooden furniture and wood-paneled walls. Dishes are prepared from local, organic produce and can be enjoyed in the restaurant or on the terrace amid scenic Alpine surroundings. The Pension Gimmelwald is located in the Bernese Oberland, in the heart of the Swiss Alps. The car-free resort 4429 feet above sea level is only reachable by cable car from the Lauterbrunnen Valley 31 mi of ski slopes are available in the area. Experienced skiers can ski right down to the front door. There is a also a cross-country skiing track in the valley between Lauterbrunnen and Stechelberg. In summer, you can enjoy hiking and fishing in a nearby lake. The Bern-Belp Airport is reachable within a 1-hour drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Ski-to-door


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
8.6
High score for Gimmelwald
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • J
    Jennifer
    United States of America United States of America
    The folks who run this venue are amazing. Sabina was so helpful, straight forward, accommodating. For anyone who wants an amazing experience off the beaten path, the is is your vacation spot.
  • Tina
    United States of America United States of America
    I loved the nooks and interesting seating options throughout; from inside the restaurant/bar area to the deck outside facing the mountains. The setting is the star, but the vibe is enhanced with music tracks that always seemed perfect; I loved the...
  • B
    Brian
    United States of America United States of America
    If you are looking at this location, then you likely already know what Gimmelwald represents. A small community near Mürren, so cozy, clean, and natural. We had an amazing experience returning to this villa after 14 years. The Pension and hosts...

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Pension Gimmelwald
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Pension Gimmelwald
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski-in, ski-out access
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Playground
  • Skiing
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English

Property practice

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House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 10 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 30 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 10 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 30 per child, per night
11+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 30 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, that the car-free resort is only reachable by cable car from the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

Please note that the restaurant is open from

- December 20 to April 15

- June 15 to September 30

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Pension Gimmelwald

  • Pension Gimmelwald has 1 restaurant:

    • Pension Gimmelwald
  • Pension Gimmelwald offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Skiing
    • Tennis court
    • Movie nights
    • Walking tours
    • Bike tours
  • The prices at Pension Gimmelwald may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Pension Gimmelwald can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
  • Check-in at Pension Gimmelwald is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Pension Gimmelwald include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Single
  • Pension Gimmelwald is 500 feet from the center of Gimmelwald. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Pension Gimmelwald is popular with guests booking family stays.