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Name: ESSENTIAL BY DORINT INTERLAKEN, Interlaken
Address: Rugenparkstrasse 8 - 10, Interlaken, 3800

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About the Hotel

Rugenparkstrasse 8 - 10, Interlaken, 3800

Close to the Hoheweg

Great

8.7

8.8

/10

4.7

Loved by Essential By Dorint Interlaken guests

Modern rooms

Excellent breakfast

Great location

Efficient service

Rooms and Amenities

Essential by Dorint Interlaken offers 115 accommodations accessible via exterior corridors. Certain rooms feature kitchens equipped with a fridge, dishwasher, kitchenware, and oven. Rooms include a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Suites offer a safe deposit box, a sofa, and heating. Apartments feature a living room, separate bedrooms, and a bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Additional amenities include espresso makers, tea/coffee facilities, ironing facilities, AM/FM alarm clock, sitting area, and a dining table.

Location in Interlaken

Located in central Interlaken, Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening is a 5-minute walk from Interlaken West. Grindelwald Terminal is 19 km away. Lake Thun and Lake Brienz are nearby. Landmarks near the hotel include HighLife (0.5 km), Rom.-Katholische Kirchgemeinde (1 km), Hoheweg (1 km), Unspunnen Castle (2 km), Hohematte Park (1 km), Heimwehfluh (1 km), and Casino Interlaken (1 km).

Room Features

The air-conditioned suite includes 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Suites offer a tea and coffee maker, safe deposit box, sofa, heating, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. Double rooms provide air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. Apartments comprise 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. They are fitted with a refrigerator, a dishwasher, kitchenware and an oven. Also, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker and a balcony.

Hotel Services

This 3-star Interlaken hotel has a 24-hour front desk and concierge services. Front desk staff greet guests on arrival. Change of bedsheets is available on request. Complimentary wireless Internet access is provided at a speed of 25+ Mbps. The hotel offers self-parking (onsite). This is a smoke-free hotel.

Transportation Details

Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening is 55 km from Belp. Private parking is available onsite. You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property.

“The location is a standout; it's remarkably close to Interlaken West Station. For families or groups, the spacious apartments are a real advantage, and the well-appointed rooms add to the appeal. It's a practical choice for exploring the area, combining convenience with modern comfort.”

James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Skiresort

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Essential By Dorint Interlaken offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Essential Double Room 14m2
2 persons
14 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Superior Double Room 14m2
2 persons
14 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Junior Suite Terrace
2 persons
22 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Facilities

Essential By Dorint Interlaken offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Essential By Dorint Interlaken Location

Rugenparkstrasse 8 - 10, Interlaken, 3800

Getting around

City Centre
Interlaken 14 min · 3700 ft
Airports
Belp (BRN) 76 min · 31.4 mi
Sion (SIR) 316 min · 130.9 mi
Train
Interlaken West 2 min · 400 ft
Bus
Bus stop 4 min · 1000 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Essential By Dorint Interlaken serves a full breakfast for free.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic

Number of rooms:

115

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Essential By Dorint Interlaken from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Essential by Dorint Interlaken enjoys an amazing location right next to Interlaken West station, which many guests find incredibly convenient, especially for train travel, and a Coop grocery store is just across the street. The rooms are generally considered spacious, some even featuring balconies, and are equipped with amenities like a coffee machine. The breakfast is a highlight, with a wide variety of options. While most appreciate the modern design and soundproof windows ensuring a quiet stay, a few guests have mentioned that the rooms can feel a bit small, with limited space for luggage in double rooms.

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Review score

Based on 1283 verified reviews

8.4 /10

Great

83 %

Recommend

Location

9.4/10

Free WiFi

9.2/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.4/10

Value for money

8.2/10

Pros

Train station proximity

Clean rooms

Kitchen equipments

Comfy bed

Cons

Unhelpful staff

Security deposit

tim from united kingdom

Family with children

family room

3 nights in March 2026

Reviewed: March 24, 2026

9.3/10

charming stay near the station

convenient location helpful store close station

i stayed at this hotel in march 2024 , and the location was convenient , right next to the train station. a coop grocery store across the street proved very useful. the bus station was also only about 50 meters away , which i found very helpful for getting around.

the pillows were not very supportive , a minor inconvenience .

Facilities

9/10

the hotel has underground parking , though it does require an extra fee , i found it convenient. breakfast offered a large variety of options , so i had many choices for my meal.

Rooms

9/10

the rooms were modern , very clean , and comfortable for our family. our room was spacious and the bathroom was also quite large and clean , which was important to us.

Location

10/10

the hotel is just right beside the train station , so transportation was simple. i found a few restaurants located very near the hotel , , made dining easy and convenient.

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Scarlett from United Kingdom

Business traveller

essential double room 14m2

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 12, 2025

9.3/10

convenient stay

wide selection kind staff comfy bed

the hotel is next to the train station (very handy!). breakfast had a wide selection and the staff were cheerful and kind. my room was quiet plus the bed was comfy. there were restaurants, shops, and a grocery store steps away.

i found dust in my room, especially noticeable because i have allergies. the cleaning wasn't thorough, and i had to remind the reception about it.

Rooms

9/10

the modern room included a tv with international channels and free wifi access, ensuring entertainment and connectivity. the soundproofing system worked well, i barely heard any noise from nearby train tracks. a coffee maker was also available.

Service

9/10

the reception staff was helpful, providing information about local attractions and transportation options (they explained the free local transportation pass). the breakfast staff worked hard to replenish the buffet, ensuring there was always plenty of food. check-in was efficient.

Location

10/10

the hotel is conveniently located inside the train station with easy access to transportation. this location provided proximity to dining and shopping opportunities. the free local transportation pass allows convenient access to other areas.

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John from United Kingdom

Single

superior double room 14m2

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 09, 2025

9/10

convenient location!

great breakfast bottled water

The breakfast included was great and convenient. they provided two bottled waters as an accommodation. I appreciated that gesture.

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Victor from Canada

Business traveller

Superior Double Room 14m2

3 nights in August 2025

Reviewed: October 16, 2025

9.0/10

convenient stay near the station !

nice selection friendly staff soundproofing system

I loved the breakfast , it offered a really nice selection , and the cappuccino was excellent. the staff was very friendly and helpful throughout my stay , especially at the reception. the hotel's soundproofing system impressed me. I barely heard any train noise even though my room was near the tracks.

during my stay, the hotel lacked luggage assistance, i think the hotel should add luggage assistance. it would improve the arrival experience with heavy bags.

Dining

9/10

the breakfast had options to order eggs and omelets. the breakfast was delicious. the hotel's bar area looked appealing , a good spot for evening relaxation , and dinner was excellent.

Rooms

9/10

the room was a good size with modern interiors. my room had air conditioning , which worked really well , ensuring a pleasant temperature. the beds were comfortable , a feature i really appreciated.

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Christian from Germany

Single

superior double room 14m2

3 nights in June 2025

Reviewed: September 09, 2025

9/10

fruit selection convenient location clean room

the breakfast offered many choices including eggs and fresh fruit. the location was very convenient as the train station was close. our room was clean, it included everything necessary.

the room was somewhat small.

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About Essential By Dorint Interlaken

What is the distance from the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel to Interlaken city centre?

Interlaken city centre is reachable within a 15-minute walk from the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel.

What is the nearest airport to the Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel?

Belp airport lies within 55 km of the Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel and is reachable with a 45-minute drive.

Does the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel have a car parking on site?

Yes, at the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel there are parking spaces provided on site.

What payment methods are available in the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel?

At the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel, guests can pay using Visa, Maestro, and Diners Club as well as other payment methods.

Does the Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?

Yes, the Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel provides wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.

Does the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel staff speak foreign languages?

Yes, the staff of the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel can help you in Arabic, German, Russian, Spanish, and English.

Does the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel provide business facilities?

Yes, for business travellers the 3-star Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel provides a photocopier and complimentary wireless internet access.

Are there any cleaning services provided at the Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel?

Yes, the Essential By Dorint Interlaken - New Opening hotel offers dry cleaning service and housekeeping.