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How to get there
Where to stay
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Interlaken travel guide

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You're Going to Love Interlaken

With a population of 5.067, Interlaken is a must-see destination in Bern, Switzerland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Interlaken has to offer.

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When to visit Interlaken

Interlaken in March
Estimated hotel price
$313
1 night at 3-star hotel
Interlaken in March
Estimated hotel price
$313
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Interlaken in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 5.7″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Interlaken, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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How to Get to Interlaken

Plane

Although Interlaken doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Basel All airports (EAP), which is located 99 km from Interlaken. Zurich Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from SWISS, United Airlines, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Interlaken from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Interlaken is to pick up a car rental from Zurich, which is about 92 km from Interlaken. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Ace, among others, in Zurich.

Plane

Although Interlaken doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Basel All airports (EAP), which is located 99 km from Interlaken. Zurich Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from SWISS, United Airlines, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Interlaken from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Interlaken is to pick up a car rental from Zurich, which is about 92 km from Interlaken. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Ace, among others, in Zurich.

Airports near Interlaken

ZRHZurich
GVAGeneva Geneve-Cointrin

Airlines serving Interlaken

Lufthansa
Good (8,274 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,586 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,260 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,099 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,652 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,719 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,352 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,542 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,764 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,421 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,441 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,513 reviews)
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Where to stay in Interlaken

Average rates range from around $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $358 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Youth Hostel Interlaken and Hotel Post Hardermannli. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Interlaken, with prices from $80 to $853 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Interlaken are about 28% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Interlaken by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Interlaken

Most booked hotels in Interlaken

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Hotel Interlaken
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2825 reviews)
$245+
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Stella Swiss Quality Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1284 reviews)
$203+
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Aparthotel Krone - Self Check-In
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 737 reviews)
$162+
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Adventure Hostel Interlaken
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2544 reviews)
$156+
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Gasthof Schoenegg
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2371 reviews)
$141+
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Hotel Du Nord
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2503 reviews)
$219+
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Renting a car in Interlaken

Renting a car in Interlaken costs $104 per day, on average, or $313 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Zurich.

Expect to pay $9.69 per gallon in Interlaken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $116.29 and $155.05. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Interlaken, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Interlaken costs $104 per day, on average, or $313 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Zurich.

Expect to pay $9.69 per gallon in Interlaken (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $116.29 and $155.05. Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Interlaken, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

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