Your stay — Holiday
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Johanneskirche (706 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Advent-Kirche Thun (882 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Markuskirche (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Andreaskapelle (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Migros MMM Zentrum Oberland — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Schlossgärtnerei Schadau — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Thun Panorama — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Thunerseespiele — 693 m · ~9 min walk
Robinsonspielplatz Bostudenzelg — 1.2 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Postfinance — 449 m · ~6 min walk
Apotheke Drogerie Strättligen — 579 m · ~7 min walk
Coop Pronto — 322 m · ~4 min walk
Car Terminal Thun, Bahnhof — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Change money at a local bank or a currency exchange office in the city centre for a fair rate. Avoid exchanging at airports or tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Most businesses accept major credit cards and contactless payments, and many also accept mobile payments like Apple Pay. Cash is still widely accepted, especially at smaller shops and cafes.
Tipping is not customary in Switzerland, but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10 CHF for exceptional service is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard coffee costs around 3-5 CHF at a local cafe.
A budget lunch at a bakery or street food stall costs around 8-12 CHF for a sandwich or soup.
A mid-range dinner at a local restaurant costs around 20-30 CHF for a main course.
Street food options can be found in the Bahnhof area and the Old Town, offering affordable options like burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
Migros and Coop are common supermarket chains in the area, offering affordable options for groceries.
High-street shopping can be found along Bahnhofstrasse and in the Old Town, with affordable options like H&M and Zara.
A day pass for public transport costs around 8.50 CHF, and the cheapest way to get from the airport is by bus (around 3 CHF) or train (around 6 CHF).
Buy a Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited public transport and discounts at attractions.Eat at local bakeries or street food stalls for affordable meals.Consider purchasing a half-board hotel stay to save on food costs.
Good to know — Thun
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Thun, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Holiday
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Postfinance — 449 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke Drogerie Strättligen — 579 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Thun Bahnhof → Hotel Bellevue-Park (Bellevue stop)
💡 Get off at the 'Bellevue' stop, not 'Schloss'. It's the second stop after the station. The bus runs along the lakefront — grab a seat on the right side for views.
Zürich Airport (ZRH) → Hotel Bellevue-Park, Thun
💡 Ask for a fixed price at the airport taxi stand — some drivers accept 300 CHF. This option only makes sense for groups of three or four.
Zürich Airport (ZRH) → Thun Bahnhof
💡 Buy a Supersaver ticket online in advance for up to 50% off the standard fare. The direct IR train from the airport avoids switching trains in Bern.
Bern Hauptbahnhof → Thun Bahnhof
💡 Take the S-Bahn S1 or S44, not the IR — same travel time, but you avoid the tourist crowds and get a quieter carriage. Valid with a Swiss Travel Pass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Holiday?
Check-in at Holiday is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Holiday?
A budget lunch at a bakery or street food stall costs around 8-12 CHF for a sandwich or soup.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Holiday?
A day pass for public transport costs around 8.50 CHF, and the cheapest way to get from the airport is by bus (around 3 CHF) or train (around 6 CHF).
Top Attractions in Thun
💡 Walk up the Obere Hauptgasse's covered staircases for a rooftop-level view of the river—hits the cobblestones before the crowds arrive around 10am.
💡 Pack a picnic and eat on the bench by the Schlossmatte pond—it's quieter than the main lawns and has the best view of the Swiss flag reflected in the water.
💡 Skip the paid museum entry if you're on a tight budget—the castle courtyard and views of the lake and Alps from the grounds are free and just as impressive.
💡 The ground-floor galleries are often free entry—check the website for 'Freier Eintritt' days, usually on first Saturdays. Otherwise, it's CHF 12 but worth it for the architecture alone.
💡 Go on the first Sunday of the month for half-price admission (CHF 5 instead of CHF 10). Combine with the nearby Schadaupark for a free walk.