3 Best Hotels in Berner Oberland, Switzerland

Across from the Staubbach Falls, this excellent lodging with astounding views opens directly onto Lauterbrunnen's main street, which is handily lined with shops and cafés. The friendly owners have turned this local landmark into a characterful hotel, with charming guest rooms that shimmer with teak and pine. To maximize their view of the falls, most people ask for a south-facing room. The fact that this side also faces the main road (which has its share of roaring buses) means you should also consider the three other directions of the compass.

Housed in a 350-year-old chalet, this bed-and-breakfast is charming yet modern, and boasts both an extremely helpful host and a delicious breakfast. Its guest rooms are outfitted with pale-wood furniture and discreet carpeting. The quads featuring double beds and a set of bunk beds are especially suitable for families. Some bathrooms have tubs as well as showers. Its cozy lounge, complete with big sofas and a fireplace, is ideal for rehashing the events of the day. In addition to breakfast, evening meals are served.

This cheerful bed-and-breakfast sits on a quiet side street between Interlaken West and the Heimwehfluh; the breakfast room is bright and airy, making it the perfect place to relax with a morning newspaper. The hotel's bright and tidy rooms, which come in single, double, and triple configurations, are done up in shades of blue and white. There's free parking on-site.