Grandhotel Giessbach
Axalpstrasse, 3855 Brienz, Switzerland – Excellent location - show map
Grandhotel Giessbach
The Grandhotel Giessbach is a historic house from 1874 and enjoys a secluded position on a hill above Lake Brienz amid a 22-hectare park. It offers views over Lake Brienz and the Giessbach Waterfall,an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, one of which features a summer terrace, and free parking. Free WiFi is available in all areas. It is located at the foot of the Giessbach Waterfall and is directly connected to the Giessbach ship pier by Europe's oldest funicular. All guest rooms in the Grandhotel Giessbach feature carefully restored original furniture with 19-century charm. The two restaurant serve modern and creative cuisine. Half board includes a 4-course dinner.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- MCanada“Location is outstanding. Amazing views of the enchanting lake Brienz and the Giessbach Falls and surroundings. Sleep experience is excellent. The Hotel architecture and interior decoration is of such fine artistic taste and luxury, it is a gem....”
- MikaFinland“A very beautiful Belle Epoque hotel. We just love it. We loved everything here... . the view to the lake and to the Giessbach waterfall, the room with big windows and balcony and the athmosphere, everything. Exeptional breakfast. We will never...”
- SabrinaAustralia“Grand old style hotel in spectacular surroundings. We had a big comfortable room, lovely view of the lake, a view of the waterfall from our little balcony, a big bathroom with heated floor and thick towels, very comfortable beds with quality...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants2 restaurants on site
- Elisa
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceModern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan
- Les Cascades
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
Facilities of Grandhotel GiessbachGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
- Live music/performance
- Temporary art galleries
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle service
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Seasonal
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Kids' pool
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- German
- English
- French
- Italian
House rulesGrandhotel Giessbach takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
If you require an extra bed, please inform the property at least 3 days in advance. Contact details are stated in the booking confirmation. Please note that a surcharge may apply if extra beds are not ordered at least 3 days in advance.
Please note that drinks are not included in the half-board menu.
This property does not have air conditioned rooms or a spa. The outdoor pool is not heated.
When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
FAQs about Grandhotel Giessbach
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The prices at Grandhotel Giessbach may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Grandhotel Giessbach has 2 restaurants:
- Les Cascades
- Elisa
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Grandhotel Giessbach is 1.5 miles from the centre of Brienz. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Grandhotel Giessbach can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
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Room options at Grandhotel Giessbach include:
- Twin
- Suite
- Single
- Double
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Check-in at Grandhotel Giessbach is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Grandhotel Giessbach offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Temporary art galleries
- Live music/performance
- Swimming Pool