Located in Gsteigwiler, Historic Hotel Steinbock is near a train station. First Station and Via ferrata Mürren are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Harder Kulm and St. Beatus-Hohlen. Trummelbach Falls and Schilthorn Piz Gloria are two other places to visit that come recommended. Boat tours offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and skydiving nearby. Visit our Gsteigwiler travel guide
3814, Bern, Gsteigwiler, Gsteig 6, Wilderswil
What's nearby
Lütschine River
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Skydive Interlaken
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Gasthof Baeren
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Unspunnen Castle
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Tell-Spiele
3 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
BOB Train Station - Schynige Platte Railway
4 min walk
Bern (BRN-Belp)
44 min drive
Restaurants
Brasserie 17
5 min drive
El Azteca
4 min drive
Layali Beirut
4 min drive
Velo Cafe
4 min drive
Luna Piccante Pizzaria
10 min walk
About this property
Historic Hotel Steinbock
Hotel near Harder Kulm
Located close to St. Beatus-Hohlen, Historic Hotel Steinbock provides a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: CHF 15 per person
Things to do
Ski storage
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Multilingual staff
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
More
2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
More
Desk
Heating
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:30 PM and 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 25 per pet, per night
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Breakage deposit: CHF 100 per stay
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, CHF 2.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, CHF 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
Tourism fee: CHF 1.00 per person, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately CHF 15 per person
Uncovered self parking fee: CHF 10.00 per day
Pet fee: CHF 25 per pet, per night
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:30 PM and 3:00 AM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property class
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Hotel Steinbock pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CHF 25 per pet, per night. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Hotel Steinbock?
As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Hotel Steinbock on Nov 5, 2026 start from ¥17,010, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for CHF 10.00 per day.
What time is check-in at Historic Hotel Steinbock?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:30 PM–3:00 AM for a fee.
What time is check-out at Historic Hotel Steinbock?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic Hotel Steinbock located?
Situated in Gsteigwiler, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Harder Kulm, St. Beatus-Hohlen, and Trummelbach Falls. First Station is 15.9 mi (25.6 km) away. BOB Train Station - Schynige Platte Railway and Wilderswil Station are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Historic Hotel Steinbock Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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It's an older building but reasonably well maintained. Breakfast was good to get a great start every morning. Location also withing walking distance of nearby train station and grocery stores - though a bit far from main thoroughfare at Interlaken. Had difficulty communicating with staff, who are only on site for a limited hours, due to language barrier. Otherwise all good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
Sep 27, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
I have to say I was a bit nervous based on some reviews leading up to our stay, but we have no complaints! Room was clean, we loved the balcony, and we were absolutely charmed by the area! The covered bridge, the stream, the neighbouring church & the adorable sheep that turned up on our last night all contributed to our experience. The location was super convenient for train travel! Breakfast was plentiful. We didn’t have any interactions with staff, so I can’t comment on that, but we had no issues with the self check in. We would stay here again.
The location was wonderful for Jungfrau connections and Interlocken . We stayed 3 nights did one day taking the ferry on Lake Riffelsee which was amazing and another day taking the trains to the highest mountain in Europe very convenient. The hotel was also a very special part of our trip. From the train station it's literally a 3 minute walk ( a convenient grocery store on the way) then you'll find yourself going back in time with a covered bridge, church and cobble stone streets. Inside they have done many renovations so it's very comfortable. The breakfast had an espresso coffee machine and warm home made bread with fresh fruit eggs and a special blend of granola There's picnic tables next to the River to watch the sunset. Very safe neighborhood. We want to bring our family back with us next time we visit
Stayed there for a week and really enjoyed our stay. It was a very homey feel and a great experience for the price. The hotel breakfast every morning ran from 7:30am to 9:30am and had some really good coffee every morning which was really convenient.
She's not posh but you'll have a wonderful Swiss guesthouse experience in a quaint village. Breakfast was spectacular with many choices and delicious coffees. Easy train and bus connections to all the local towns and villages. Looking forward to a return visit.
The rooms were rather small, but the historic character, location and the breakfast were all wonderful. I loved hearing the rushing river next door all night. Of course, there is no air conditioning, so the down comforters were not at all appropriate for the weather.
We loved our stay at the Historic Hotel Steinbock. We booked a room with a river view for two nights which was great. The room was decorated nicely and had everything you would need during your stay. The included breakfast each morning was very good with a large variety of items to pick from. The contactless check in was a plus. There are restaurants and a market nearby that are walkable from the hotel also. The location is great for day trips to various areas of interest. There is also parking available for hotel guests right outside the hotel which was convenient. Highly recommend a stay at this hotel.
This hotel was recommended to me by my sister who stayed here back in 2024.
If you want a quiet space and not much crowd going on or passing by the hotel. This is the best hotel to stay, it is tuck behind a neighborhood. It is pretty quiet here only you can hear is the water from the river and the bell from the church. I like the neighborhood we passed by before heading to the hotel as there were friendly cats that I pet before heading back.
Only comment I have, is our light in our room needs to be change as it is flickering and hurts our eyes but it is not a big deal as we use the smaller light and the smaller light is enough to light up the whole room.
Also, there is not much communication needed everything is easy to deal with nothing complicated.
Breakfast is very simple and food will make you full that will make you last half of the day before you get hungry again.
I would definitely stay here again the next time I come back to Switzerland. It is not a perfect hotel but I like how the things goes in this hotel very cozy.
The property was very nice and the breakfast was so good. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Gary V
Sep 27, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
This is our second time staying here. It’s a good location if you’re traveling by train or car. The Check-In is much different than our stay 3 years ago. No one is on staff for check-in and the QR code process is a little awkward but we figured it out. There was an older couple that accidentally booked the incorrect dates for their trip and were “kicked out” of their room on what they thought was their 3rd night. They’d been gone all day doing tourist stuff, came back to the hotel at 20:30 to find someone else in the room they thought they had rented for another night (their fault) All of their luggage had been removed from the room. We helped them contact the hotel staff via telephone. The woman on call was very rude and hideous. I was very calm with her trying to find a solution and help the couple get their luggage and find a place to stay for the night. The hotel staff was very unhelpful. She could only raise her voice and yell over the phone. Very unprofessional. She charged the couple a “late checkout fee” and a “luggage handling fee” of 150 chf. We ended up walking down to the Hotel Hirschen (just over the bridge) to see if they had a room, which they did not but the staff there called around and found the couple a room in Interlaken for the night. We gave them a ride to the hotel. I will not stay at this lodging again, which is too bad that they’ve gone downhill. We love Wilderswil’s location for the area so will book Hotel Hirschen next year.
Clean room, room are little dark, with small window.
Staff was nice.
breakfast were excellent : many choices of bread, croissant, ham, cheese,…
No staff at the desk on evening and overnight but easy to reach by calling available phone on the desk.
The rooms are cozy with character. The sound from the stream is so relaxing. Really, really quiet area. The breakfast was good and convenient. I would for sure come back !!
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. Clean rooms, comfortable beds, hot water for showers. Only 10 minute bus/train into Interlaken, bus stop is very close walking distance to property. Hotel is right by the river and you can listen to the river at night- lovely! Breakfast was great. I would highly recommend staying here if you are planning a trip to Interlaken.