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Berggasthaus First - Only Accessible by Cable Car

Postfach 138, Grindelwald, CH

8.8 guest rating· 1390 reviews

About this hotel

Panoramic Views and Unique Location

Perched at 2,200 metres above sea level, Berggasthaus First provides breathtaking panoramic views of the Jungfrau region and Swiss Alps. Accessible solely by cable car from Grindelwald, this gem is conveniently situated within the cable car station building.

Cozy Accommodations and Ski Facilities

The hotel offers simply furnished dormitory rooms with charming wooden furniture and shared bathrooms. Guests can unwind in the ski bar or lounge, enjoy free WiFi in public areas, and easily hit the slopes with direct ski slope access. Ski passes can be arranged separately.

Delightful Dining Experience

Indulge in authentic Swiss cuisine at the on-site restaurant or terrace. Opt for the half-board package to relish a delectable 3-course menu during your stay at Berggasthaus First.

Book now to experience a unique mountain getaway like no other at Berggasthaus First!

Rooms & rates

Double Room with Mountain View

Sleeps 2 · 15 m² · Queen bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Dormitory Room (8 people)

Sleeps 8 · 18 m² · 8× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen

Family Room with Mountain View (4 people)

Sleeps 4 · 23 m² · Bunk bed, Queen bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Family Room with Mountain View (6 people)

Sleeps 6 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 4× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room - Cottage

Sleeps 1 · 40 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Multi-Bedroom with Pull-out Double Bed

Sleeps 5 · 10 m² · Twin bed, Bunk bed, Queen bed, 2× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Single Bed in Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 40 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen

Standard Family Room

Sleeps 6 · 15 m² · 2× Bunk bed, Queen bed

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
  • Pets allowed
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-to-door access
  • Skiing
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • BBQ facilities
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  • Bike tours
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • Children's playground
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Games room
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Key access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Walking tours
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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Postfach 138, Grindelwald, CH

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.81390 reviews

+ Stunning location+ Friendly serviceHigh pricesLimited vegan options
Cleanliness8.3
Service9.3
Location9.8
Room Quality8.3
Amenities8.8
Value for Money8.3

Have the Cliff Walk for yourself after the day visitor crowds have left! But not for solo wheelchair

8.0

It's truly great to be up there after all the day visiting crowds have left - even during the summer peak season I had the whole outside area for myself! The whole place has a great Alpine vibe. The staff was amazing. The lady that checked me in went out of her way to make me feel at home.

The shower facilities are one level below. I am a wheelchair user and I will not recommend this for any wheelchair user that travels solo. I left my electric wheelchair downstairs and with my partial mobility had to navigate my way up the stairs to the room, only to find that it's also a bit of a longer walk than expected from my bed to the toilet (not bad if you are fully able-bodied). I waited until 07h00 for the staff to open the doors at the restaurant level to enjoy the outside - which was totally spectacular. A fully able-bodied person can use a door with a code to get in and out after hours to take full advantage of the serene quietness.

Jacques Pretorius · ZA · 2026-07-25

Guest review

10.0

원목자제. 조식이 아~~주 맘에듬

침대가 작아요

heejung · KR · 2026-07-25

A fantastic place to stay with great food, comfortable rooms, and genuinely wonderful staff.

10.0

We had a really great stay at First Berghaus. It was super nice, comfortable, and very clean. The food was great, and everything was well looked after. What really stood out was the staff. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, especially the Polish and Slovakian ladies, who were incredibly kind and made us feel right at home. Their hospitality made our stay even more enjoyable. We would definitely stay here again!

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Kamil · NL · 2026-07-23

Guest review

10.0

たまたま空いていたのでベッドがゆったり使えてよかった。とにかく景色が最高。朝や夕方の、人のいないフィルストを楽しめるのは格別。朝食のチーズや牛乳が美味しい。ドライヤーもシャワールームにあるので便利。

レストランのBGMが夜まで結構大音量なので、人によっては気になるかも

Ayaka · JP · 2026-07-23

Good to know

Please note that the property can only be reached by cable car. Depending on the season, the last cable car leaves Grindelwald between 15:45 and 18:00. Please check cable car opening times for further information.

Please note that cable car tickets and ski passes are not included.

Please note that the restaurant does not offer à-la- carte service in the evening, only half board.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Parking

No parking available.

Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 1 and older are allowed.

Children from 1 year old to 2 years old stay for CHF 10 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children from 1 year old to 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for CHF 60 per person per night when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.