Seiler au Lac

Tried this hotel due to its location on the lake and the view from our window was mesmerising - the view made up for any other shortcomings. The hotel is quite dated and in desperate need of an upgrade, though some people may like that old world charm. Breakfast was ok but nothing special. Room was comfortable, bathroom was clean and owner was helpful with local advice. If you are a light sleeper like me then ensure you all for a room in the newer wing as it has concrete rather than timber floors. I struggled to sleep because could hear all footsteps at all hours of the night.

I cannot thank this hotel enough for all the support they gave us when my husband suffered a medical incident and was admitted to hospital. This was our fourth visit to this beautiful hotel and village. We booked to stay for 10 nights but due to the incident we ended up staying 15 nights, the hotel found us extra accommodation for our son who flew out to support us and kept us in our original room. Every member of staff supported us. The food was outstanding particularly the fish dishes. We had the choice of sitting inside or outside for our meals. Housekeeping kept the hotel so clean.

Leo Tolstoy walked from Interlaken to Bonigen in 1857 and wrote in his diary: "Beautiful. Women". It's not entirely clear as to whether he was writing about the stunning view along Lake Brienz or the ladies of the village, but the view from the Seiler au Lac is certainly beautiful. This is a lovely and relaxed hotel with very friendly management and staff, notably the witty and charismatic Jennifer in the Restaurant La Gare (where the meals are particularly good), Jasmin in the Pizzeria La Boheme, and the super-efficient Madeleine in reception. The prices are reasonable for Switzerland, and breakfast and a bus pass are included - without any additional tourist taxes. The boats on Lake Brienz stop just a few steps from the hotel, and there is a pleasant 40-minute walk by the side of the river to Interlaken Ost. The buses to Interlaken only operate every 30 minutes and can be crowded, so if you want to bus back it's best to get on at the beginning of the route at Interlaken West Station. Tips:- 1. If you book your stay directly with the hotel, you can get a 10% reduction. 2. Always book a front room with a balcony, the view is well worth the extra charge_ We hope to return next year.

This lovely hotel is at a very charming location, barely 7 minutes by Bus from Interlaken Ost railway station. We had booked 2 rooms, for my wife and I, and our two sons. They kindly upgraded one room to a suite. Both rooms had balconies, and fantastic views of the lake, mountains and surrounding areas. The rooms were reasonably priced, and included a nice breakfast. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We had a very smooth and pleasant stay for 3 nights here. We are definitely going back to stay there again.

My hubby and I stayed at this hotel for two nights to explore Interlaken and Jungfrau Jorch. Its location takes you a bit farther away from Interlaken OST train station which is the main station to get to Jungfrau and where downtown Interlaken is. However, the view from the balcony was too amazing not to book this hotel. It is located right across from Brienzersee ( Lake Brienz). You can get on a cruise ship pretty much right out side of the hotel. The bus ride to Interlaken OST station is only 10minutes or so. Also,with the pass the hotel gives, all the buses are free. The hotel does not have an ac as many hotels don’t in Switzerland but provided a fan. With a fan, we were able to sleep much better. The amenities are old and unimpressive ( especially, soap dispensers in the bathroom. It is impossible squeeze the bottle to have liquid soap out). The breakfast was nothing more than standard Swiss buffet breakfast. Unimpressive. No sweet pastries other croissants and loads of bread or only boiled eggs, no scrambled or omelette. Not to mention that a lot flies enjoying all the food before you get to them. The eateries are very limited in the area so it would be smart to make sure you find some place to eat before coming back to the hotel since there are a lot of options in Interlaken. Or you can always eat at the Hotel restaurant. The food was decent but the reservation is recommended. (Pizzeria, cheaper option at the hotel is closed on Wednesday, so if you are looking for rather affordable meals and more variety, you should definitely eat in the downtown area.) Overall, it was not a bad stay overall. Whatever this hotel lacks can all be forgotten by the amazing view of Lake Brienz.

Our stay was in May 2023 and it's unforgettable to this day! First, the views which are even better than in the pictures! We were there in shoulder season and it wasn't overly crowded. In the mornings, you could see locals on daily jogs and walking their dogs. It didn't feel as overly touristy in the nearby Interlaken. We especially liked the peace of the town at night. During breakfast every day, our family had a designated table with our names on it which gave it a personal touch. I was told there breads was from a local bakery was delicious (We loved the croissants). While I see how some may feel it is repetitive after a few days, the quality were top notch (and par the course for breakfast spreads in Europe I believe). Food costs is after all high in Switzerland, and breakfast was included in our rate so we have absolutely no complaints. A shoutout to the staff at breakfast, who was so polite and welcoming throughout. This property is a bus ride from Interlaken train station, but it is not too far and bus arrivals are frequent. On our first day however, we ran into to a tourist horde that was heading to Iseltwald and it was a stressful experience with our luggage, especially we weren't sure where to alight. But it was an one-time encounter which we did not face later on once we got our bearings. The bus stop was just across the street so we just trotted there easily everyday after breakfast. And it's near a ferry stop too, which made boat rides across the lake super convenient and efficient. I feel like you have to consider other in context when doing reviews. Accommodation costs in Switzerland are simply high, so I think the prices here are considered reasonable. Some of the review i feel were a little unfair, as this place was never marketed as a five-star luxury hotel. The rooms were clean and more than sufficient to recharge and relax after an entire day out. And it's really what i was looking for - a hidden gem with spectacular views but without the exorbitant costs. This property showcased the best in hospitality. Due to its small size perhaps, we had a cozy stay where you could feel the warmth and pride of the people running the place. I feel like they would go out of the way to help you with any issues you face! For instance, we faced some discrepancy during check out due to some billing issues and they solved it very promptly without fuss. Thanks Seiler Au Lac for helping us create such wonderful memories. I would no doubt recommend everyone to consider this place.