Nestled in Bern's historic city center, this charming apartment offers a well-equipped eat-in kitchen with basic supplies and a private bathroom. Experience the unique charm of classic Bernese architecture as you stroll across the short landing through the delightful spiral stairwell to access your amenities.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom753 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Mountain view
Add dates for prices
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Middle of Bern's Old City, just steps away from the city's main attractions
• Prime Location: Nestled in the oldest part of Bern's historic city center. • Proximity to Major Sites: Close to restaurants, cafés, shops, bars, and Bern's highlights. • Transportation: Less than a minute from bus and tram lines. • Stellar Reviews: Over 1400 positive reviews (incl. other platforms) vouching for the quality of our property.
Immerse yourself in the Bernese experience! Centrally located in the historic city center with prime convenience. Your perfect stay is just a click away – reserve your dates today!
Conveniences and comforts: • Indulge in the luxury of a well-equipped eat-in kitchen with basic supplies like coffee, oil, salt, and pepper. • Enjoy a private bathroom with a shower, soft towels, a hairdryer, shampoo, and hand and body soap. • Your sleeping comfort is ensured with a queen-sized bed featuring a memory foam mattress. Bed linens provided. • For added flexibility, there's also a sofa bed that can accommodate up to three guests (to a maximum of 5 guests occupancy).
Charmingly Unique Layout: • Experience the unique charm of classic Bernese architecture. • Access your kitchen and bathroom by strolling across a short landing through the house's delightful spiral stairwell.
Privacy: • Despite sharing a stairwell with other apartments, your space is entirely private. • Rest easy, knowing you won't be sharing your space with anyone else. • Kindly acknowledge this unique feature before securing your booking. • Encountering others in this pass through space is a rare occurrence.
Other details to note:
• Our well-lit, secure stairwell with a convenient handrail is shared by all apartments in the building but rarely occupied. • For the comfort of certain guests, like the elderly and very young, we recommend assistance when navigating the stairs. • Price is quoted as double occupancy in one bed, when traveling as 2 people and request the sofa bed as well, there is a one-time 25 Swiss Franc linen fee. • We cannot accommodate children under 3 years except under special circumstances.
Group Getaways Made Easy: • Travelling with a group? You can reserve multiple apartments. Other listings:
Listing #461968 (2nd Floor above ground level apartment, same building) Listing #669536 (3rd floor apartment, same building) Listing #1492696 Lauterbrunnen condo Listing # 2594740 Lauterbrunnen Chalet Top Floor with amazing views! Listing # 2948498 Lauterbrunnen Chalet Main Floor Executive Suite with amazing views! Listing # 3234385 Lauterbrunnen Chalet Studio with an amazing view!
The Bern Visitor Tax is NOT INCLUDED in your booking fees. Collected in Cash upon arrival 5.30 CHF/per person over 16 years/night (reduced rate of 1.50 for age 6-16, free 6 and under).
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Car not required
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Lobster/crab pot
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check the WELCOME GUIDE for a copy of the check-out directions.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 3 and over are allowed.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in Bern, this apartment is in the city center. Einstein Museum and Swiss Alpine Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bern Historical Museum and Bern Natural History Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wankdorf Stadium or PostFinance Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating. Visit our Bern travel guide
Is Middle of Bern's Old City, just steps away from the city's main attractions pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Middle of Bern's Old City, just steps away from the city's main attractions?
As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Middle of Bern's Old City, just steps away from the city's main attractions on Mar 12, 2026 start from CA $201, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Middle of Bern's Old City, just steps away from the city's main attractions?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Middle of Bern's Old City, just steps away from the city's main attractions?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Middle of Bern's Old City, just steps away from the city's main attractions located?
Located in Old City of Bern, this apartment building is steps from Zahringerbrunnen, Bern Clock Tower, and Einstein Museum. Theater am Zytglogge and Einstein-Haus are just steps away. Bern (ZDJ-Bern Railway Station) is 9 minutes by foot and Bern Station is 10 minutes.
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Middle of Bern's Old City, just steps away from the city's main attractions Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Our stay was amazing. Loved the historic details of the apartment and the location was fabulous. It was close to wonderful bakeries and restaurants. Communication with the hosts was easy and prompt. Highly recommend this property.
A wonderful old world architectural apartment with modern comfortable amenities right in the center of Alstadt Bern. The hosts have thought of everything for your comfort. The location is right where you want to be. Loved it.
This was my first time to the city of Bern and this property could not have been more perfect. The location is right in old town and we were able to easily walk to the attractions within Old Town. It’s convenient to Tram Stops and having the Bern Ticket provided by Rob and Sara made it very easy to venture outside of Old Town.The apartment is very spacious. The kitchen has everything you need. We used it everyday for our morning coffee and one of our meals. The layout is different than other properties I’ve stayed at in the past, but recognizing that this apartment is in a building that has historical significance only makes it more charming. We truly appreciated how well-kept and maintained this historical property was.The instructions and communications provided by Rob and Sara are very clear and they are very quick to respond to any questions or concerns you have.I would definitely stay here again if I find I have the grand opportunity to return to Bern someday.
This apartment was an amazing spot for us! We were able to catch the bus and get to the train station quickly. We were also able to get walk pretty much anywhere we needed to go. The space was perfect for the three of us and had everything we needed. The owners were on top of it and answered any questions we had quickly and efficiently.We would definitely stay here again!
Wonderful stay in this lovely flat. Rooms were unique and beautiful! Living space was separate from kitchen & bath via hallway which made it fun & giving us the entire 1st floor! Windows looked out on to streets of Old Town Bern filled with cafe's, shops, interesting monuments, people and close to the Arie river & Bear Park! Such a wonderful experience we had our 1st time ever as a family in this area & wonderful communication with the hosts! If we are lucky enough to travel there again we would absolutely stay there in Bern!
The apartment was clean, comfortable and well appointed. We were very comfortable and had plenty of room. Communication with the host was always very helpful and responses were quick and timely. Bern is a beautiful city with wonderful attractions, restaurants and shops. This location was in a perfect location and lent itself very well to walking everywhere. Including the train station. Thank you Rob and Sara for your hospitality and a wonderful experience.
This was our third stay in this wonderful, centrally-located apartment building over a 10-year period. Everything you could possible need in Bern is just steps away. The apartment is well-equipped and very comfortable, with all modern conveniences, despite the centuries-old historic setting. Rob and Sara are great hosts, ready to help with any questions and to ensure an enjoyable stay in Bern. Thanks for another enjoyable stay. Hope to be back soon.
I can't say enough positive things about this property. The location is perfect - walking distance to all the sights in old town, shopping, restaurants, and transportation. Despite this, the apartment was very quiet and cozy every night. The apartment is clean, airy, and very comfortable. There is also a lovely bakery next door that we visited almost every morning. Check in/out was a breeze and Rob was always helpful with assistance and suggestions. You can't go wrong with this property and my family hopes to return again!
The flat in Bern exceeded our expectations in every way! The place was immaculately clean, beautifully decorated, and perfectly located in the heart of the city. We were within walking distance to all the main attractions, yet enjoyed a peaceful and quiet stay.
Our host was exceptional, warm, attentive, and welcoming. He provided us with valuable insights and recommendations for exploring Bern, making our stay even more enjoyable. His attention to detail and thoughtful touches made us feel right at home.
We highly recommend this home to anyone visiting Bern. It's a true gem and a perfect base for exploring this stunning city. We fell in love with Bern. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Excellent location! Clean and spacious apartment. Host was quick to respond and gave good restaurant recommendations and helpful tips for floating down the river (an amazing experience for those in our family that did it!). All check in/check out details and other instructions are well explained via VRBO email, a video and a binder in the apartment. Apartment has labels throughout with helpful instructions (how to use the dishwasher, a reminder to close the windows, etc.). Well stocked kitchen in terms of utensils and pantry basics. It was nice to have laundry on site—there is no laundromat in Bern. Cost was 6CHF to wash and another 6 CHF to dry. Would definitely stay here again!
Great location, roomy, only one flight up.
Pay washer dryer available
I can’t wait to visit again
Dannette C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shawn D.
Jun 10, 2018
Fantastic launching point to explore Switzerland
Awesome apartment in the heart of old Bern where you can explore the charming streets, delicious restaurants and cool shops. A quick walk to the train station and you can easily enjoy day trips to most parts of the country in under 90 mins. Sara and Rob are excellent hosts who will be sure to make time to visit with you and provide tips that ensure you are getting the vacation experience you are after.
My wife and I really enjoyed staying in Rob and Sara’s place. The apartment is right around 300 years old and is full of unique historical items, such as the restored original floor, the original tile stove, the beautifully hand painted closet and various other cool features. At the same time the apartment has a modern kitchen and bathroom.
Great place!!!
This apartment was a great place in a great location. I can't say enough about staying in Bern old town, a block away from the Zytlogge clock tower and a few blocks from the main cathedral. Super walkable. The apartment's bedroom was dark and quiet through the night (if you close the windows, because cathedral bells, of course!). As I saw from the listing, the bathroom and kitchen are separated from the main unit by the stairwell, and while this was initially awkward, it also added a lot of ambience to the old European experience and ended up working out great in our routines. Owner was A+ communicative throughout the stay and all of the owner-provided info was well thought out. Would stay here again.
Kerry O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa F.
Feb 17, 2018
Living, Breathing, Architectural History
Do not miss the rare and delightful opportunity to enter the 18th century in this lovingly-preserved, family-owned building. Discover unique features everywhere you look, from coffered ceilings to hand-wrought hardware to early tromp l'oeil paintings to carefully-preserved cabinetry. The host and his family provide a gracious welcome and many thoughtful touches to enhance your exploration of Bern and its environs, and the apartments are immaculately clean.
If you demand Holiday Inn amenities, find and stay at a Holiday Inn. If you prefer an authentic experience in a piece of living history, stay here while you can. You'll make memories to last a lifetime.
We stayed for 7 nights and loved the location. We even loved the sounds of the bells ringing in the towers nearby. There are restaurants, bakeries and lovely shopping within steps. The apartment was very clean and neat. Rob and Sara are great hosts and responded quickly to requests and questions. They take great pride in their property. We did not fully understand the layout of the apartment when we booked (now there is a floor plan added). The access to the nice bathroom and lovely kitchen is by exiting the bedroom/living room, walking across a hallway (that has access to upper apartment and lower hallway) into a separate door. These rooms are only occupied by the guests who rent the apartment so in that since they are private. Once we got used to that layout, we were fine, it was just a surprise. However, this apartment in the charming 500 year old building has been lovingly updated, is spacious and very comfortable. We will definitely request to stay again when we are back in Bern. Thank you Rob and Sara.
Bunny D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
6/10 Okay
David J.
Oct 9, 2016
Great place but very noisy
If it weren't for the noise, we'd give this flat another star. It's lovely, in a very convenient location and generally has everything you may need in a holiday home. So, if noise isn't an issue for you, and you'd like to be in a bright, comfortable flat, then this would be a good choice. For us, the noise meant very little sleep. There's the street noise until well after midnight from passers-by, and then the refuse collection around 6 each morning followed by general deliveries. Then for the weekend there's the street market directly under the flat with dozens of stands being set up.
Wir haben die Eindrücke der Stadt Bern in der Nähe sehr genossen, konnten auch in der Wohnung die Ruhe genießen. Die Gerätschaften in Küche und Bad waren sehr brauchbar und die Räumlichkeiten sehr ok für uns als Kleinfamilie mit Teenager. Danke für alles und vielleicht bis bald noch einmal.
My family and I stayed here for 4 nights and had a wonderful time. The property itself is great - amazing location, secure and comfortable. The owners Rob and Sara were great to work with and were very communicative.
Wir haben eine wunderschöne, mit viel Liebe zum Detail und stylish eingerichtete, geräumige Wohnung im Herzen der Altstadt von Bern angetroffen, in der es uns an nichts gefehlt hat. Ein Bijou! Es war richtig toll und wir kommen jederzeit gerne wieder ;-)) Yvonne & Roni aus Zürich, Switzerland