Seiler au Lac

I discovered this hotel 10 years ago on our first trip to Switzerland. We were staying in Interlaken and I went for a run one morning to go exploring the area. I came out of a trail along the lake a saw this gorgeous hotel a vowed to stay there the next time we came back to Switzerland. 10 years later it was soooo worth the wait. Everything about this place was great!! The staff, food, all of it!!! BUT THE VIEWS!!!! You just can’t put them into words. This place exceeded all my expectations and hope to return soon!

Tried this hotel due to its location on the lake and the view from our window was mesmerising - the view made up for any other shortcomings. The hotel is quite dated and in desperate need of an upgrade, though some people may like that old world charm. Breakfast was ok but nothing special. Room was comfortable, bathroom was clean and owner was helpful with local advice. If you are a light sleeper like me then ensure you all for a room in the newer wing as it has concrete rather than timber floors. I struggled to sleep because could hear all footsteps at all hours of the night.

This was our fourth time taying here and we will be back asap. The location is absolutely breathtaking. Our room facing the Lake of Brienz with balcony was spotless and had everything you need: coffee machine, kettle, toiletries, great hair dryer (unusual for a hotel), compliemtary water, beer and soft drink in fridge on arrival. Loads of information in reception area about what is currently happening in the region and tips for tours. As everywhere in Switzerland, each person receives free public transport tickets for the area/duration of stay. The boat landing bay is 2 minutes from the hotel in one direction, and the bus stop 2 minutes in the other direction. Breakfast is great with plenty of fruit, yoghurts, cereals, breads, cold cuts, cheeses, warm options and more. The hotel manager is extremely friendly and helpful as are all the staff. Cannot wait to come back.

Gostaria de expressar meu enorme agradecimento e elogios ao Hotel Seiler au Lac, o melhor da Suíça! Minha estadia foi simplesmente maravilhosa. As acomodações são extremamente confortáveis e impecavelmente limpas, o que proporcionou um ambiente relaxante e acolhedor. Os louças e talheres utilizados no restaurante eram de primeira qualidade e sempre impecáveis, demonstrando a atenção aos detalhes que o hotel dedica a cada aspecto do serviço. A equipe da recepção foi excepcionalmente atenciosa, sempre pronta para fornecer informações detalhadas sobre os horários das refeições, passeios locais e outras atividades. Sempre que precisei de algo, fui atendida com paciência e muita atenção, tornando minha experiência ainda mais agradável. Recomendo o Hotel Seiler au Lac a todos que desejam uma experiência única e memorável na Suíça. Parabéns a toda a equipe por manter um padrão de excelência tão elevado!

This lovely hotel is at a very charming location, barely 7 minutes by Bus from Interlaken Ost railway station. We had booked 2 rooms, for my wife and I, and our two sons. They kindly upgraded one room to a suite. Both rooms had balconies, and fantastic views of the lake, mountains and surrounding areas. The rooms were reasonably priced, and included a nice breakfast. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We had a very smooth and pleasant stay for 3 nights here. We are definitely going back to stay there again.

Our stay was in May 2023 and it's unforgettable to this day! First, the views which are even better than in the pictures! We were there in shoulder season and it wasn't overly crowded. In the mornings, you could see locals on daily jogs and walking their dogs. It didn't feel as overly touristy in the nearby Interlaken. We especially liked the peace of the town at night. During breakfast every day, our family had a designated table with our names on it which gave it a personal touch. I was told there breads was from a local bakery was delicious (We loved the croissants). While I see how some may feel it is repetitive after a few days, the quality were top notch (and par the course for breakfast spreads in Europe I believe). Food costs is after all high in Switzerland, and breakfast was included in our rate so we have absolutely no complaints. A shoutout to the staff at breakfast, who was so polite and welcoming throughout. This property is a bus ride from Interlaken train station, but it is not too far and bus arrivals are frequent. On our first day however, we ran into to a tourist horde that was heading to Iseltwald and it was a stressful experience with our luggage, especially we weren't sure where to alight. But it was an one-time encounter which we did not face later on once we got our bearings. The bus stop was just across the street so we just trotted there easily everyday after breakfast. And it's near a ferry stop too, which made boat rides across the lake super convenient and efficient. I feel like you have to consider other in context when doing reviews. Accommodation costs in Switzerland are simply high, so I think the prices here are considered reasonable. Some of the review i feel were a little unfair, as this place was never marketed as a five-star luxury hotel. The rooms were clean and more than sufficient to recharge and relax after an entire day out. And it's really what i was looking for - a hidden gem with spectacular views but without the exorbitant costs. This property showcased the best in hospitality. Due to its small size perhaps, we had a cozy stay where you could feel the warmth and pride of the people running the place. I feel like they would go out of the way to help you with any issues you face! For instance, we faced some discrepancy during check out due to some billing issues and they solved it very promptly without fuss. Thanks Seiler Au Lac for helping us create such wonderful memories. I would no doubt recommend everyone to consider this place.