🇨🇭 Bern, Switzerland
Zollhaus
📍 2, Grosser Muristalden, Bern, 3006
Dein Aufenthalt — Zollhaus
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Das Eigentum — Zollhaus
Zollhaus is a converted 19th-century customs house, all exposed brick, concrete floors and huge windows that flood the lobby with light. The bar doubles as a check-in desk, and the smell of fresh bread from the bakery next door drifts through. It suits design-minded travellers who want minimalist comfort in a former industrial space, not chintzy tradition.
Chroniken von Bern
Bern was founded in 1191 by Duke Berthold V of Zähringen, who built a fortress on a peninsula in the Aare River. The old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a near-intact medieval core with sandstone arcades, 16th-century fountains and the Gothic Münster cathedral. Today, Bern is Switzerland’s serene federal capital, home to the national parliament and a laid-back cultural scene that prizes live music, contemporary art and café life along the Aare quays.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Bern-Guide →Die besten Monate
June and September: warm enough for swimming in the Aare (June averages 18–24°C), city is bustling but not overwhelmed, and the BEA (Bern Expo) crowds are absent. September also brings the Zibelemärit onion market in late November, but that’s a separate spike.
Peak / Festival Surge
July: peak summer with the Gurtenfestival (mid-July) and regular 28°C highs; hotel prices jump 30–50% above shoulder rates. August is similarly busy with the Bernese Jazz Festival. Demand drives 3-star rooms to CHF 150–250/night.
Budget Schulter Saison
May and October: May offers tulips at the Rosengarten and reliably mild weather (11–18°C); October sees autumn colours and sharp discounts—rooms often drop to CHF 100–130/night. Crowds thin significantly after the September onion market.
Wetter & Verpackung
Bern can flip from sun to thunderstorm in 20 minutes, even in July, due to its valley location between the Jura and Alps. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and layers—a T-shirt can work at 10am, a sweater by 6pm.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Bern
- The Aare river bathing season runs from June to September; access at the Marzili lido is free, but check daily warnings for water levels or cold snaps after heavy rain.
- Bern’s tram line 9 has extended its weekend night service until 2am, making late returns from the city centre to the Bahnhof straightforward.
- The Kunstmuseum Bern reopens its expanded modern wing in spring 2026 with a new café—book tickets ahead for summer weekends.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Zollhaus, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear courtyard. They avoid street noise from Grosser Muristalden and get afternoon light. The lift services all floors, so upper floors are easy to reach.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing Grosser Muristalden – especially on floors 1 and 2 where tram and bus noise is loudest. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor; the motor hums at night.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4 have a direct view of the Bear Park and, on clear days, the Bernese Alps in the distance. But priority here is quieter rear views – ask specifically for a 'courtyard-side' room if peace matters more than panorama.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 – furthest from street level and from the breakfast room on the ground floor. The lift stops here but traffic is minimal.
🔊 Noise notes
Grosser Muristalden is a main bus/tram route into central Bern. Tram lines run outside the door until midnight and restart around 5am. The hotel also has a small bar on the ground floor that can be heard in room 101-103. Courtyard rooms are significantly quieter.
Insider tips
1. Parking is extremely limited – book a space at least a week ahead, or use the nearby parking garage 'Lorraine' (5 mins walk). 2. Ask at check-in if they can give you a room with a view of the Bear Park; they sometimes upgrade for free if available, especially on weekdays.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Zollhaus
Free WiFi throughout; 50 Mbps download; no login required, just accept terms
Small lift serves all 5 floors (no stairs-only sections)
Digital newsstand via PressReader on lobby iPad; no physical newspapers; heritage: the hotel occupies a former 18th-century customs house with exposed stone walls and original timber beams
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged CHF 30 until 14:00 (subject to availability)
Free luggage storage behind reception; no time limit during same day
Step-free access from street via ramp at side entrance; one ground-floor wheelchair-accessible room (Room 1A); lift to all floors but doors are narrow (80 cm); no accessible bathroom in public areas
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parkhaus City West (Mühlemattstrasse 51, 3007 Bern), CHF 25 per night; no EV charging on-site
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: CHF 4.20 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; CHF 200 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Nydeggkirche (601 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Kirche Bruder Klaus (756 m · ~9 min walk)
- Place of worship: Adventgemeinde (884 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Protestantische Kirche Ungarischer Sprache (948 m · ~12 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Zentrum Freudenberg — 987 m · ~12 min walk
Rosengarten — 753 m · ~9 min walk
Kindermuseum Creaviva — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Theater Matte — 572 m · ~7 min walk
Spielplatz Egelsee — 495 m · ~6 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Valiant — 333 m · ~4 min walk
Murifeld-Apotheke — 862 m · ~11 min walk
Restoshop — 370 m · ~5 min walk
Bern — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Withdraw CHF from ATMs (bancomat) for the best rate; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations or airports as they add hefty fees.
Visa/Mastercard contactless accepted almost everywhere, including supermarkets and trams. Amex less common. Mobile pay (Apple/Google Pay) works widely.
Not expected. Round up taxi fare or leave small change (1-2 CHF) for good service; restaurant bills already include service.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso or filter coffee at a café counter: about 4-5 CHF.
Daily dish (Tagesmenu) at a pub or café: around 15-20 CHF, includes a main and sometimes a salad or soup.
Pasta or pizza in a simple trattoria or pizzeria: main dish from 18-25 CHF.
Not a strong street-food culture; cheapest eats are sausage stands (bratwurst/cervelat) or takeaway döner kebab shops in the Länggasse district.
Migros and Coop are the main budget chains; Denner and Aldi are cheaper for basics.
Budget shopping at H&M, C&A (shopping centre Westside or Shoppyland) or second-hand shops (Brocki).
A Bern day pass on buses/trams (buy from machine or app) costs 10 CHF. From the airport, take the train to Bern Hauptbahnhof (about 5 CHF) – a taxi costs 40-50 CHF.
1. Bring a reusable water bottle – public fountains are free and drinkable. 2. Buy groceries at Denner or Aldi, not the expensive tiny shops near the train station. 3. Walk everywhere – Bern is compact and hilly but very walkable.
Gut zu wissen — Bern
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bern, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Zollhaus
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Valiant — 333 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Murifeld-Apotheke — 862 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Find train tickets →Bern Airport (BRN) or Bern Hauptbahnhof → Westside Longterm Rental, Brünnenstrasse
💡 Use the 'NOVA Taxi' app to book in advance - it's slightly cheaper than flagging one down. From the airport, ask the driver to drop you at the rear entrance on Brünnenstrasse - it's closer to the rental entrance than the main Westside complex door.
Bern Hauptbahnhof → Westside (Brünnenstrasse)
💡 Bus 160/161 runs direct to Westside. Get off at 'Brünnen Bahnhof' stop, then walk east on Brünnenstrasse - the apartment block is on the right, 2 minutes.
Bern Hauptbahnhof → Westside (Brünnen) stop
💡 Tram 8 and tram 9 both stop at 'Westside' - same walk as bus. Avoid tram 8 during rush hour (07:30–08:30) if you have luggage - it gets packed.
Bern Airport (BRN) → Bern Hauptbahnhof (main station)
💡 Buy a single ticket at the machine - it's cheaper than the taxi and drops you right in the city centre. From Hauptbahnhof, take tram 8 or 9 to 'Westside' stop, then it's a 5-minute walk.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Zollhaus?
Request rooms on floors 2 or 3 facing the rear courtyard. They avoid street noise from Grosser Muristalden and get afternoon light. The lift services all floors, so upper floors are easy to reach.
Which rooms should I avoid at Zollhaus?
Avoid rooms facing Grosser Muristalden – especially on floors 1 and 2 where tram and bus noise is loudest. Also skip rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor; the motor hums at night.
Is Zollhaus noisy?
Grosser Muristalden is a main bus/tram route into central Bern. Tram lines run outside the door until midnight and restart around 5am. The hotel also has a small bar on the ground floor that can be heard in room 101-103. Courtyard rooms are significantly quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at Zollhaus?
Front-facing rooms on floors 3 or 4 have a direct view of the Bear Park and, on clear days, the Bernese Alps in the distance. But priority here is quieter rear views – ask specifically for a 'courtyard-side' room if peace matters more than panorama.
What are insider tips for staying at Zollhaus?
1. Parking is extremely limited – book a space at least a week ahead, or use the nearby parking garage 'Lorraine' (5 mins walk). 2. Ask at check-in if they can give you a room with a view of the Bear Park; they sometimes upgrade for free if available, especially on weekdays.
What time is check-in at Zollhaus?
Check-in at Zollhaus is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Zollhaus have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; 50 Mbps download; no login required, just accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Zollhaus?
CHF 4.20 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Zollhaus?
Daily dish (Tagesmenu) at a pub or café: around 15-20 CHF, includes a main and sometimes a salad or soup.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Zollhaus?
A Bern day pass on buses/trams (buy from machine or app) costs 10 CHF. From the airport, take the train to Bern Hauptbahnhof (about 5 CHF) – a taxi costs 40-50 CHF.
When is the best time to visit Bern?
June and September: warm enough for swimming in the Aare (June averages 18–24°C), city is bustling but not overwhelmed, and the BEA (Bern Expo) crowds are absent. September also brings the Zibelemärit onion market in late November, but that’s a separate spike.
Top-Attraktionen in Bern
💡 Skip the tower if you're after views—the Rosengarten is free and better. Instead, sit in the cloister garden for peace. The small museum adjacent is free with donation requested.
💡 Check the parliamentary calendar online before visiting. Off-season, the self-guided audio tour costs CHF 5 but includes the dome—worth it for the architecture.
💡 Visit at feeding time (usually 10am and 4pm) to see keepers interact with them. Go early to avoid crowds.
💡 Bring a picnic and sit on the benches near the terrace. The restaurant adjacent serves decent coffee, but avoid peak lunch hours when it's packed.
💡 Skip the interior tour unless you're obsessed with clock mechanisms—the free hourly show from the street is just as good. Arrive 5 minutes early for a good view.