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Live in Bern's Old City, only steps from the city's main attractions

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Living area
Interior
Interior detail
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Bern, BE
  • Federal Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Bern Rose Garden
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Wankdorf Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Live in Bern's Old City, only steps 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 1500 positive reviews (incl. other platforms) vouching for the quality of our property.

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 two additional guests.

Charmingly Unique Layout:
• Experience the unique charm of classic Bernese architecture.

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.
• Our well-lit, secure stairwell with a convenient handrail is shared but rarely occupied.
• For the comfort of certain guests, like the elderly and very young, we recommend assistance when navigating the stairs.

Other details to note:

• 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.

Experience the joy of unique living spaces, privacy, history, and the ease of group accommodations. Your ideal Bernese getaway awaits – secure your positive and memorable stay with us now!

If this listing is booked for your desired dates, please visit our other 2 listings in the same building.

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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 ages 6-16 years, free 6 and under).

Property manager

Sara Greig
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Children 3+ years are welcome.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No business meetings of any kind permitted on the premises.
No parties.
We reserve the right to terminate any booking if the above rules are violated.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Bern

Located in Bern, this apartment is in the city centre. Bundeshäuser and Church of the Holy Ghost are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Swiss Alpine Museum and Bern Historical Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at ROPETECH GmbH Seilpark Bern or Wankdorf Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Bern, BE

What's nearby

  • Berner Munster - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Federal Palace - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kursaal Bern - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bern Rose Garden - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Wankdorf Stadium - 8 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Bern (ZDJ-Bern Railway Station) - 9 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adriano's Bar & Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casino Bern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The BEEF Steakhouse & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪VERSA - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Live in Bern's Old City, only steps from the city's main attractions pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Live in Bern's Old City, only steps from the city's main attractions?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live in Bern's Old City, only steps from the city's main attractions?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Live in Bern's Old City, only steps from the city's main attractions located?

Located in Old City of Bern, this apartment building is steps away 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.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Bern Apartment
This one bedroom apartment is perfectly located to enjoy walking around Bern's old city. The apartment was quiet at night and very private. We would certainly book again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay great location
Very nice apartment in the heart of the old town. Property exactly as described and great attention to detail. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment, great location!
We loved our stay here, it was such a great place in a perfect location. So many great restaurants and bars to walk to and it was a very easy 10 minute walk from the train station. The hosts Rob and Sara went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and were very helpful in some local recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in Bern
Amazing location, could not have been better for our stay in Bern for the Gurten run! Apartment was clean and well appointed and communication with properly owners/managers was timely. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Old City stay
Beautiful, clean, comfortable, well-appointed apartment in the old city, only steps to all of the sights. It felt very special to be in such a grand, old townhouse, yet with modern conveniences—especially fun for a holiday stay over New Year’s. Great bonus to have access to clean, modern laundry facilities, too. Kind hosts Sara and Rob were great— very responsive and accommodating, and communication with them was quick and easy. This stay was definitely a 10/10 all around. We definitely would return, and will recommend to others. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Alan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to experience the sights and sounds of old Bern
Nicely appointed apartment with period features in a historic building in the heart of the old town. Very handily placed for restaurants, bars etc. Three flights of a narrow spiral staircase to climb, part of the period charm, but might not suit everyone. Excellent communication from the owners, which we appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bern
We loved the location and the apartment. The apartment is very quaint and yet modern. It was so nice to open the windows and look down at the old city and its people. Bern is a wonderful city and an easy train ride to see Zermatt and the Matterhorn! It was a challenge to get our luggage up three flights of stairs, because we are in our seventies, but we managed. Many thanks, Sara and Rob!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute apartment in central location
Very comfortable and central to anything you would want to see in Bern. We were very grateful for two tower fans during a heat surge. Leaving the windows open made a nice breeze but could also be closed to block sound during the night. Quick walk to several swimming areas as well! Getting a big bag up 3 flights of steep stairs was tricky, but the owners also have first and second floor apartments available.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samar Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bern
This is a wonderful property in the middle of the city center of Bern. It is minutes away from all the main sites. There is a small bakery next to the entrance. Aldi super market is 2 minutes away. Also, the train station is about a 15 minute walk. The hosts, Rob and Sara are very helpful and accomodating. They even let me store my luggage prior to check in and helped me obtain a Bern transportation pass (Just leave cash in Swiss Francs or Euros according to the current rate as directed).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming Apartment
Sarah and Rob have done a beautiful job renovating this apartment! They have a real eye for design and attention to detail. We loved the non-white wall colors in each room, the Adrianos coffee machine, and ability to cook meals in their well-equipped kitchen. They take their hospitality role seriously and they provided a great experience for us. Lastly, they are wonderful people to meet. Very open and friendly. The location is perfect for exploring the charms of the Altstadt in Bern. Great apartment! Great hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern apartment located in Old City Bern
An UNESCO designated site, Bern is a modern city which has preserved many of its medieval features. This apartment has easy access to all the sites in Bern and is a short walk from the train station. We loved the character of the building, hundreds of years old, but with all the modern features you would expect. It was wonderful to have all the energy of the city just outside your door. We plan to stay next time we visit family in Bern.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvo G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent residence in historical appartment
We had a fantastic stay in this warm and luxureous appartment in the historical heart of the city of Bern. We discovered that the heater that is still present in the living is an exact copy of one of the 17th century heaters exhibited in the Bern Historisches Museum. Although not functional (luckily I guess, the current heating system is perfect) it's a jewel to see this in your living. Furthermore everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

SIBYLLE G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Berner Altstadt Grünes Quartier
Super Lage, sehr nette Vermieter, geräumige Wohnung! Können wir gerne weiterempfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S., Park City, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Bern Apartment
Amazing location and lovely apartment! Walking distance to everything from dining to shopping to museums. The apartment is perfectly styled with a crisp, clean Scandinavian feel. Sarah and Rob were very accommodating and so easy to communicate with. They made sure we had everything we needed and were accommodating and helpful with last minute disruptions on our part. Can’t wait to visit again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sabine O.

Perfect location in Bern, perfect hosts, perfect place!
We always look forward to staying here in beautiful old town Bern. The accommodations are perfect! Sara and Rob are great hosts, the beds are very comfortable, and the kitchen is well equipped. We would not stay anywhere else in Bern - we will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Sehr zentral
Die Wohnung liegt sehr zentral inmitten der Altstadt, alles kann zu Fuß oder mit dem bereitigestelllten Tagesticket für S-Bahn, Tram oder Bus errreicht werden (auch ein Ausflug auf den Gurten). Sara und Greg sind sehr freundliche Gastgeber, alles funktioniert schnelle und reibungslos. Die Wohnung ist schön eingerichtet, neu und sehr sauber. Das Haus selbst ist sehr alt und dadurch etwas lärmanfällig. Ich kann den Aufenthalt dort nur empfehlen. Stephanie, 2 Erwachsene mit Kind
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

abraham r.

wonderful central location
We stayed in the apartment for 3 days (June 2016). I've traveled extensively with my family of 4 over the past 10 years and have stayed in many hotels and apartments. This was one of the top 1-3 best experience. 1st of all our host Rob and Sara were fantastic from the start to finish. They were always available and very prompt to respond. The apartment was centrally located (2 stops by tram/bus or less than 10 minute walk from the train station, right in the heart of old town Bern, 1/2 block from the famous clock tower). On Saturdays the open market is held on the street in front of the apartment. The apartment was roomy even for a family of 4, spotlessly clean with quality furnishings including several centuries old antique items. From the apartment we could walk or simply take the local public transportation (which is free with the transport pass provided by Rob and Sara) to everywhere. Tons of restaurants line the surrounding streets. Local markets less than 1 block away (Coop, Migros). Again we had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend the apartment for visiting Bern or as a base to explore central Switzerland
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emma E.

Fantastic apartment!
We had a lovely stay in this beautiful, spotlessly clean 3rd floor apartment. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable bed and great to be able watch the world go by from the lounge. Excellent location in the centre of Bern - we were able to walk everywhere. Last but not least - Rob and Sara were very helpful and welcoming hosts - thank you!

About the host

Hosted by Sara Greig

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I am a Canadian born Swiss citizen and fourth generation to live in my family owned 500+ year old house in Bern's Altstadt. I live with my husband, Rob and our two kids on the fourth floor of the building. The rental apartment is located on the third floor so we are never far away should you need any help. We love meeting new people and sharing the beautiful city of Bern. We have been operating Bern City Rentals for 10 years.

Why they chose this property

It's truly a fantastic and special experience to stay in our apartments.

The LOCATION is absolutely amazing! We are right in the heart of the medievel old town of Bern. Our building is surrounded by restaurants, shops, museums. We host the twice weekly farmer's market in front of our building. Steps to transit and with your Bern Visitor Card, that transit is included!

Add to that, our own experience hosting travelers for almost 10 years gives you everything you need for a great holiday or work stay on Münstergasse.

What makes this property unique

Unique location in the heart of the old city close to everything you'll want to do and see like restaurants, museums, the river Aare, the Bundeshaus parliament buildnigs, the Zytglogge, the Bear Park and so much more!

Languages:

English, German

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