Brienz

The staff were friendly, especially the chef. We chose this hotel because it accepts dogs, which was a real plus for us. We booked a lakeside room and were given one on the first floor. The three lakeside rooms on that floor all share one large terrace, but we hardly felt able to use it for fear of disturbing the other guests. It is also worth noting that the lake view is largely obscured by a nursing home. If having a proper view of the lake matters to you, I would strongly recommend asking for a room on at least the second floor. Breakfast was very disappointing. Guests are assigned a table, although it was not clear why, especially as the hotel was mostly empty. The juices, cold meats and cheese were of a very poor standard. As for the items that were actually decent, there simply was not enough of them: tresse bread, croissants and boiled eggs were all in very short supply. Some guests did not get any at all. This was during the low season, and the staff were clearly aware of the problem, which made it feel even meaner. Sadly, we would not return.

We stayed for four nights in February and felt very comfortable here. All the staff are very friendly and extremely accommodating. The accommodation is clean and charmingly furnished. The rooms are a good size, well-equipped, and have a balcony. There is also a room for winter sports equipment that can be used upon request. We booked half-board and were pleasantly surprised every evening. The dishes were not only delicious but also visually appealing; some were even freshly prepared at the table. The selection at the breakfast buffet is a bit smaller than at other hotels, but that's absolutely no problem, as quality is clearly the top priority. What we really appreciated was the fact that many things are homemade (e.g., jams, pickled vegetables/fruit, and—I suspect—most of the baked goods as well). Also worth mentioning is the "Morning Post": a daily overview consisting of the weather forecast, suitable activity recommendations, and the evening menu. Also worth mentioning is the "Morning Post": a daily updated overview consisting of the weather forecast, suitable activity recommendations, and a list of the evening menu. The breakfast buffet selection is also worth mentioning. This hotel is run with passion, and it shows. If the opportunity arises, we'd love to come back.

We spent our honeymoon here. I must say our expectations were exceeded. Such a beautiful hotel, with a wonderful, family-run team that truly appreciates hospitality, gave us a wonderful week and an unforgettable experience. We can wholeheartedly recommend Hotel Brienz, and one thing is for sure: we'll be back! 😉👌 We would like to extend our sincere thanks once again. Best regards, the Künne family