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In the heart of Bern's historic city center, this charming apartment offers a unique blend of classic architecture and modern comforts. Indulge in a well-equipped eat-in kitchen with basic supplies and enjoy a private bathroom with soft towels and toiletries. Your sleeping comfort is ensured with a queen-sized bed featuring memory foam mattress.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom65 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

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
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 700 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

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.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 3+ years are welcome.

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Old City of Bern, a neighborhood in Bern, this apartment is near a water park. 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 Wankdorf Stadium or PostFinance Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding. Visit our Bern travel guide
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Bern, BE

What's nearby

  • Bern is full of these fountain statues. This one is in the street where Einstein wrote his light quantum hypothesis. My hypothesis is that this statue made him wonder what this is about as well.
    Einstein-Haus
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bundeshaus which includes a square or plaza, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture
    Federal Palace
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Berner Munster
    Berner Munster
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bern Clock Tower
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bern Town Hall
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cafe Des Pyrenees
    2 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Casino Bern
    1 min walk
  • Adriano's Bar & Café
    1 min walk
  • Restaurant Brasserie Anker
    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.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

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?

Check-out 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 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.

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

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

6/10 Okay

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very good location, but many petty rules.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pepper M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This apartment in the heart of Bern was comfortable, clean and well equipped. Sara and Rob were clear in all their communications and provided excellent resources for using the equipment in the kitchen or even where to have dinner. This was such a lovely place and excellent stay overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location

Very nice updated apartment with a few beautiful historic features! Good amenities and responsive, accommodating hosts. In the center of all the sites of beautiful Bern!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Bern Adventure

Our stay at Bern was excellent. The apt was centrally located in old town Bern. It was furnished with everything we needed. The owners left us delicious coffee and with the bakery downstairs, it made our breakfast options easier. A beautiful city and very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a charming apartment in the best location imaginable in the old town part of Bern.It was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. I had the best night sleep in our two-week tour of Switzerland here.We love to stay in a property that makes us feel part of the community and history of an area. This one definitely did. It’s authentic in every way, and the description was spot on.Our host was very friendly and had many good suggestions for us. A magical place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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

Holly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location of the apt is awesome if you are looking to visit old town Bern. The famous clock tower is just around the corner. The cathedral just down the block. Restaurants all over the place, and groceries just a short walk. The only thing I would say is the apt is 3 stories up an old spiral staircase. So elderly people or someone with luggage or kids might think twice before picking this apt. Otherwise it was great for us (only backpacks) and the owner Rob was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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 can't be 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 can't be 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 can't be 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!