Hotel Aare Thun

Property class: 4

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located close to Thun Castle and Schloss Schadau, Hotel Aare Thun provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Freienhof, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror with a round light, a wooden wardrobe, and a small desk with a chair.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with a view of buildings, and a purple rug.

Boutique Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden flooring, a walk-in closet, and a desk with a lamp.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet
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About the area

Located in Bälliz, a neighbourhood in Thun, Hotel Aare Thun is near a train station and on the waterfront. Thun Castle and Schloss Schadau are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Thunersee and Niederhorn. Oberhofen Castle and Spiez Castle are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including snowboarding, skiing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Thun travel guide
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Freienhofgasse 3, Thun, BE, 3600

What's nearby

  • A castle with three towers and a large central tower.
    Thun Castle
    4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic castle with towers and a tower with a spire, surrounded by water and greenery.
    Lake Thun
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A large, historic building with multiple towers and a well-maintained lawn in front.
    Schloss Schadau
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Schloss Thun
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thunersee
    4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Thun (ZTK-Thun Train Station)
    4 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chillounge GmbH
    2 min walk
  • Pizzeria al ponte
    1 min walk
  • Mani's coffee + wine bar
    5 min walk
  • Kaffeemühle
    5 min walk
  • Waisenhaus
    3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Aare Thun

  • Upscale hotel near Thun Castle
  • Located close to Schloss Schadau and Thunersee, Hotel Aare Thun provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Freienhof, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a banquet hall
    • A lift, 7 meeting rooms and a front desk safe
    • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 60 rooms have amenities, such as free WiFi and safes, in addition to sound-insulated walls and minibars.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
    • LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (CHF 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CHF 22 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Freienhof

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Baroque architecture
  • Built in 1958
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 20 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 20.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.50 per person, per night for adults; CHF 1.75 per night for guests aged 6-15 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 6 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 22 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: CHF 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CHF 20 per pet, per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Aare Thun pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 20 per pet, per night.

How much is parking at Hotel Aare Thun?

Self-parking is available for CHF 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Aare Thun?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Aare Thun?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Aare Thun located?

Located in Bälliz, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Thun Castle, Schloss Schadau and Thunersee. Oberhofen Castle and Spiez Castle are also within 9 mi (15 km). Thun (ZTK-Thun Train Station) and Thun Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Aare Thun Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, very modern, lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Hotel in Thun hands down!

Great hotel! Newly renovated, friendly staff and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, clean, well kept hotel, and excellent location from train station in Thun and walking distance to everything! Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a good location. Thun was a nice place to visit. Rooms were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in nice condition, walkable, nice neighborhood, good amenities. We had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views over the river, and a very nice well-appointed room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hotel to be absolutely to recommend

Perfect location to stay in Thun, we enjoyed every day. Very delicious breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous hotel and staff

Fabulous hotel in a Great location-good staff,excellent breakfast and given an upgrade room which was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

loved this hotel!

Super clean and beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is everything, the town is beautiful and a lot of bars and restaurants within 2 min walking. The hotel is very clean and comfortable. I will be definitely staying there in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location, 5mins walk from station, room and service are great, strongest recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful hotel. Very friendly welcome, and excellent room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most excellent and accommodating staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean. We had a beautiful view and it was convenient to the train station as well as the historic area. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the covered bridge and river. Very easy to get to shops and restaurants! Beautiful city and recommend visiting the Castle Thun at the top of the hill!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is small but very confortable. The Staff is very kind. Very close to the train station.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Clean room, friendly staff and a fridge full of drinks and goodies resupplied when needed. Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well situated with friendly and attentive staff. Clean and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in the center of the old town, close to public transportations (trains and buses). Very clean and spacious room, good bed, quiet with view on the river, and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

I've only stayed one night but it was great! Nice hotel, everything was clean, cozy room with a nice view. The location is also nice. In walking distance you can reach almost everything in Thun. Good address to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the reception are friendly, approachable and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, very close to train and bus station. Walking distance to many town locations. Spacious and confortable rooms. Staff are very friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Staff and Riverfront View

Staff was very friendly and accommodating. They were more than willing to hold onto our luggage for a few hours after we checked out and took a day trip to Eggishorn.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024