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Reviews of Hotel Des Alpes 2 stars

Innere Dorfstrasse 62, 3718 Kandersteg, Switzerland

#37 of 48 hotels in Kandersteg

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Review score

Based on 300 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    7.8

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hotel, very nice hosts and excellent food. Great location in the mountains.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Frankly, nothing ! All was really good.

    The hosts were very welcoming. The food was excellent. We had a large room and it was super clean.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2024

    8.0
    Would definitely stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    While the hostel was clean and adequate for younger backpackers on a budget, one small polar fleece blanket would not have kept me warm at night. So glad I could upgrade.

    Fortunately I was able to upgrade from hostel to hotel room which was not available on booking.com. The price for room and breakfast was very reasonable. I had a twin room to myself. It was cosy and clean with en-suite bathroom, great shower and plenty of hot water. The view from the window was lovely. Very good buffet breakfast. I also had dinner here, good wholesome food, freshly cooked. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2024

    7.0
    Nice hotel for a quick stay, but they don't like you checking in after 5:00!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Check in process wasn't great!

    Overall it was nice but the lady at the check-in desk was NOT happy that we didn't check in between 3:00-5:00. Our flight from London was delayed, and we told her that, but it didn't make any difference. Other than that, the place was nice for a quick stay in Kandersteg! JUST BE ON TIME! ;-)

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    7.0
    Overall nice place to stay, not new but in good condition, clean, seemed to be overpriced
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Overpriced

    Nice surroundings

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2024

    9.0
    Nice stay for a fair price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    You only get a blanket to sleep with and it was pretty cold.

    I was staying in the dormitory on the back of the hotel, it’s nice enough, very clean and good bathroom facilities. The breakfast is excellent and the staff were nice, I could leave my bag at the property both before check in and after check out

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room i stayed, i always end up sneezing and my eyes got teary. I dunno if it's the dust since i stayed in the basement.

    Their breakfast is good

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    8.0
    Lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Have Internet Have kettle in room

    Nice breakfast But no Internet But no kettle in room to make coffee

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2024

    8.0
    Good stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cranky man at the bar. I think he is the owner. He needs to take a happy pill. The lady was lovely.

    It was quiet, clean and cosy.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2024

    8.0
    We didn’t stay here for the hotel, it’s about location location location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The check in desk and grounds were cluttered and run down. The older stuff animals staring at us on the ledge above the headboard was a bit weird.

    Location is the reason we were there. It was beautiful valley. Breakfast was amazing. Beds were comfortable. And the views were magnificent.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2024

    7.0
    Simple, clean and inexpensive.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Staff was a bit surly.

    Inexpensive and reasonably convenient (10 minute walk from center of Kandersteg)

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    7.0
    Clean and safe but not very charming
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The youth hostel portion of the hotel was in the basement with only one small window. The basement was divided into small rooms with four beds in each. It felt very cramped. There was also a small window in each room that looked out into the hallway. That was nice but the hall light was triggered by motion so anytime someone used the washroom the light would turn on and shine into the bedroom making it difficult to sleep.

    The property was clean and also had an awesome restaurant in it. There was also a nice little pond in the back with a little walking trail nearby.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    9.0
    Hotel in real life Swiss village
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Beautiful location (not in the centre with other hotels, so was much quieter, but its only 5-6 minutes further on), the whole village is the most beautiful Swiss village, room was spacious, gorgeous views, every night was quiet. Breakfast was good - lots of room, good choice. The lady host was lovely and kind. Her husband seemed fine, didn't see him much. Although there isn't air con, I found no need for it as Kandersteg is high up and cooler. Windows open was fine.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2024

    8.0
    Great location and village
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We came by train, so this hotel is a 20-minute walk from the train station; it felt like a much longer walk with bags. This walk also includes the gondola station. If you have a car, this location could be perfect, in my opinion.

    The price is very reasonable. The restaurant menu has lots of good options. The rooms were clean and had good views.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2024

    8.0
    Great value for money, but check-in experience to be improved
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Unwelcoming check-in, as we arrived after 18:00, since we had a long drive from home. They even told us that they couldn't guarantee the availability as we were "late" (around 19:00-19:30). After the unpleasant check-in, the personnel was nicer during our stay.

    Great value for money, very good breakfast and nice dinner options in their restaurant. Room was very nice.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great family run hotel.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    8.0
    Perfect for what we needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were very nice, and location is great. Very clean, great view from the balcony!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2024

    8.0
    nice big hotel-room which invites you for a nice hiking trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was just a small negative thing. The host were talking quite negative about german politics and goverment to other guests. For me as a german this is not pleasant to hear that while you eat dinner.

    Nice big room and a very good local breakfast. The hotel has a great location if you plan to visit the Oeschinensee!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    9.0
    Cute city, nice hostel with a very good breakfast! :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I try to comunicate with them via booking informing I was going to arrive a bit late and got no reply, that is my only complain.

    Kandersteg is an adorable city and the area where the hotel is situated is very nice. Super quiet, with montain views and a small river, some trails and stuff. We loved it. The breakfast was particulary nice, we were not expecting so many options, good coffee, nice tables and tasty food. We stayed in the shared hostel area in the basement, but it was also pretty ok. very silent, clean bathroom and comfortable bed, nothing luxurious of course, but enough for a good night sleep! They have a restaurant and a bar also :)

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2024

    9.0
    Friendly informal hotel, a great base hiking the mountain trails
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The wifi signal was weak, even in the reception area. Breakfast from 7.00 or 7.30 would have been better.

    This informal hotel on the edge of Kandersteg in the high Alps is really good value. The single room had a balcony. Breakfast (served from 8.00am) had plenty of choice and excellent coffee. Half-board meals (not available on Wednesdays) were very good. Check in and out were easy: I arrived late and the room key was on the reception desk. I left early and a simple breakfast was left for me in the reception area. I will certainly come again.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Owner didn't reply about time to check-in, but accepted my request. Restaurant works till midnight(excluding wednesday as remember), so late check-in it is not a problem usually. But try to contact with stuff.

    Nice location. Very cheap.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    8.0
    Stunning location, free towel, and breakfast was the best I’ve seen travelling so far. It’s not a hostel so no kitchen j
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No kitchen, wifi did not reach my room

    Breakfast was the best I’ve seen so far travelling. Free towel, location was stunninf

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some guesses are loud

    Breakfast is good, the location is the best, the stuff are nice.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Next to nature

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Good stay, family friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Good breakfast, quiet place. The rooms were clean. I particularly enjoyed the family environment with a small indoor room dedicated to children.

    Stayed in April 2024

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