Located at 2,200 metres above sea level, Berggasthaus First offers panoramic views of the Jungfrau region and the Swiss Alps. It can be reached only by cable car from Grindelwald and is located in the same building as the cable car station. The Berggasthaus First offers simply furnished dormitory rooms with bright wooden furniture, shared bathroom facilities, a ski bar, and a lounge. Free WiFi is available in public areas and the guest house offers direct access to the ski slopes. Ski passes are not included in the room price. During the day, guests can sample Swiss dishes in the on-site restaurant and on the terrace. Half board includes a 3-course menu.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Ski-to-door


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
4 bunk beds
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
6.7
High score for Grindelwald
Low score for Grindelwald
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Dian
    Singapore Singapore
    the vibes of the hostel, the people around, and the staff were simply immaculate. i had a great time at Berggasthaus First
  • Michael
    Canada Canada
    Beautiful hotel and so highly recommend if you're in the area. We were the only ones staying there which made it quite magical. David was excellent on the first day as the host. Dinner and breakfast were very nice. Bed was very comfortable and...
  • Pedro
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Location. The hostel is located at the top of the Schwarzhorn, last stop of the Grindelwald-First cable car. It is very nice to have the possibility to ski in the morning with the near-empty slopes and fresh snow. The staff is very friendly as well.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Skiing
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Ski
  • Ski-to-door access
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Lockers
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Hungarian
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Portuguese

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 16:30

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 12 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

1 - 2 years
Cot upon request
CHF 10 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 1 and older are allowed)

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Cash Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property can only be reached by cable car. Depending on the season, the last cable car leaves Grindelwald between 15:45 and 18:00. Please check cable car opening times for further information.

Please note that cable car tickets and ski passes are not included.

Please note that the restaurant does not offer à-la- carte service in the evening, only half board.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Please inform Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car

  • Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Skiing
    • Games room
    • Fishing
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours

  • The prices at Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Check-in at Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car is 2.5 miles from the centre of Grindelwald. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.