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The picture shows a hotel room at the Hotel Goldener Schlüssel Bern with two beds next to each other, each covered with clean white bed linen. A wooden pillar stands between the beds and framed pictures hang above them. On the bedside tables are modern lamps that emit a warm light, as well as a vase of dry flowers and candles, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere.
The picture shows a well-lit, cosy hotel lobby area of the Hotel Goldener Schlüssel with two black leather armchairs and a small glass table between them. Newspaper holders and a modern work of art hang on the wall. Daylight floods in through the large windows, making the room feel inviting and warm. The atmosphere is relaxing and comfortable, ideal for a break or a quiet chat.
The picture shows the interior of an empty restaurant with wooden furniture and exposed wooden beams that create a rustic atmosphere. The lighting is soft, which together with the plant decorations and artwork on the walls creates a relaxed and inviting mood. It is a space that invites you to linger and savour. The restaurant is part of the Hotel Goldener Schlüssel.

Goldener Schlüssel (The Golden Key)

The Hotel Goldener Schlüssel has been around for as long as the people of Bern can remember. It is the oldest hotel in Bern’s old town and is located just a few metres from the Zytglogge (Clock Tower). Despite its rich history, the hotel’s infrastructure is state-of-the-art.

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Location

The Goldener Schlüssel is located on the famous Rathausgasse, a picturesque street in Bern’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, just 300 metres from Bern main station.

The picture shows a charming balcony scene with a view of traditional skylights in Bern's old town. On the table is a bowl of fresh fruit next to two glasses and a bottle of sparkling wine, creating a festive and cosy atmosphere. The seating invites you to linger and enjoy the view.
© Hotel Goldener Schlüssel

Amenities

Guests can enjoy complementary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Rooms are non-smoking and feature cable TV, parquet floors, private showers, hairdryers and electric kettles. Public transport is available free of charge to all guests.

The picture shows a cosy hotel room at the Hotel Goldener Schlüssel with two single beds standing together. Framed pictures hang above the beds. The lighting is warm and inviting, and the yellow sliding glass door to the bathroom adds a vibrant splash of colour. A vase of dried flowers sits on a small table, adding to the cosy atmosphere.
© Hotel Goldener Schlüssel

Restaurant

The hotel’s own restaurant serves traditional Swiss cuisine. There is also a cosy terrace overlooking the lively street, where you can watch the hustle and bustle of the old town.

The picture shows a table setting in an elegant restaurant at the Hotel Goldener Schlüssel in the old town of Bern, with a focus on wine glasses and a folded napkin. The warm lighting and candles create an intimate, inviting atmosphere. Other tables and the interior of the restaurant can be seen in the background.
© Hotel Goldener Schlüssel

Useful information

  • City of Bern
  • Business
  • Families
  • Groups
  • ***
  • Elevator
  • WiFi
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Suitable for groups
  • Hotel

Location

Rathausgasse 72
3011 Bern

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