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Bern Backpackers - Hotel Glocke

Rathausgasse 75, Bern 3011, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013
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Boston, Massachusetts
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Great location; right on the bus line and only a 10 minute walk to the train station. Hostel is located right in the Old town and so close to many sights and and restaraunts. Wifi is only available in the lounge, but the lounge was great and had pleanty of room and a good atmosphere. There is a nightclub located... More

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Maidenhead, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

The hostel is a 10 minute walk or 2 minute tram ride from the train station and is located in the heart of the old town which is perfect, very scenic and easy walking distance to all the major attractions in Bern. The rooms are basic but of a decent size, the beds are comfortable with clean sheets and the... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We decided to stay at Bern on the first day we arrived Switzerland. When we tried to read the map, people always help us and take us to this hostel. The reception at the hostel was nice also. They don't have an elevator so you need to carry the luggage to the third or the upper floor of your room.... More

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HK
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

I had some terrible hostel experience when i was very young so thereafter, i rather cut on everything else but spend it all on accommodation. However, when it comes to Bern, is probably the most expensive city throughout my entire Switzerland stay. Firstly finding this hostel is a bit difficult, google map shows a rather complicated way and the direction... More

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Woy Woy, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

The rooms are fair sized and are very clean.The bed was comfortable and warm.The shared toilets and shower were also clean.The common kitchen was spacious and had a good range of utensils.The common lounge area was also spacious and comfortable.Beer and wine was available from reception at good prices.The location was right in the middle of Bern.I would stay here... More

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Roermond, The Netherlands
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

Yes, it is expensive, but so is everything in Bern. Comparing it to other hotels, prices at the hostel are quite normal for this city. We stayed in this hostel for 3 night and really enjoyed it. We had a double room with bathroom, which was spacious and clean, with comfortable beds. The common room is cosy and clean, the... More

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012

To begin with, I know Bern is an expensive place, and finding budget-friendly lodging is not the easiest task, so for that need this hostel will suffice. We arrived early in the afternoon and had to wait over 30 minutes before anyone arrived at reception. The room was very small, but comfortable enough. It is in an excellent location, however,... More

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2012

The rooms are very basic but it is by far the cheapest place around for such a good location (just a short walk from the centre and right by the river). The staff were great and the hostel was very clean.

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2012

There is nothing to fault in this wonderful little hotel located just steps from everything in the heart of historic Bern. Not all rooms have private bath but I requested one and it was a wonderful, quiet room on the top floor under the eaves with a window where I could look out over the city rooftops and watch the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 November 2012

You will need to climb one flight of stairs up to this hostel. Bottom floor is a fancy bar. Great staff at reception, however they are not opened between 12-2pm (or 12-3pm) so be sure that your check-in time coincides with when reception is opened. You get a large common lounge and kitchen for use (Free wifi in the common... More

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Address: Rathausgasse 75, Bern 3011, Switzerland
Region: Switzerland > Bern
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 5 Speciality lodging in Bern
Price range (per night): S$95 - 213
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Our location is unbeatable! Bern Backpackers is the most centrally located hostel in Bern. Big common room with a great communal kitchen, laundry, internet, TV, free tea, free WI-Fi, fussball table etc - all available 24hrsClose to restaurants, bars, clubs museums and theatres. Our hostel is clean, safe, comfortable and well equipped which ensures your stay is a pleasant and enjoyable one. ... more   less 
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