The River Village 3*
Main amenities
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Wi-Fi
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Express check-in/ -out
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Shuttle
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On-site Dining
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No Smoking
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Child-friendly
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No pets allowed
Location
The 3-star The River Village Interlaken hotel accommodates guests in a skiing area of Interlaken and sits only 7 minutes' walk from the Harderbahn funicular. Located a short way from Interlaken, the hotel features 55 rooms with views of the garden.
The grassy Hohematte Park lies merely 1.4 km away, while Unspunnen Ruined Castle is 2.9 km from this Interlaken hotel. Sports fans can also visit the Bodeli Ice Sports Centre, within 5 minutes' drive of The River Village Interlaken, and take their families to the Jungfrau Park Interlaken, which is approximately 10 minutes' drive away. Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Schlosspark, situated 950 metres away. Standing a mere 12 minutes' walk away, the 12th-century Schlosskirche Interlaken Monastery is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination. The River Village hotel is 350 metres from Interlaken Ost bus stop and merely 1.7 km from Interlaken West train station in Interlaken.
Furnished with sound-proof windows, all rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee and tea makers. There is also a private bathroom. Private bathrooms include nice touches such as a hair dryer.
Guests can enjoy Indian cuisine at India Village Restaurant, situated just a 5-minute stroll away.
Review by hotel critic
Review of the River Village: Balancing Luxury and ValueDuring my recent stay at the River Village, I was hopeful about experiencing a blend of luxury and value, especially for a boutique hotel. The location, a stone's throw from the station, is definitely a plus for those looking to explore the Jungfraujoch region. Upon arrival, I appreciated the spaciousness of the room, which made it easy to navigate with luggage. The in-house Indian restaurant was a highlight-dinner featuring curry and naan certainly didn't disappoint. That said, breakfast options were a bit limited. While the staff were friendly and accommodating, I found the housekeeping to be just satisfactory. I noted that the bathrooms were stocked with essential toiletries, but the laundry service could use some enhancements. One must reckon with the premium price for river view rooms, as they fell short of expectations in size and comfort-particularly the mattress, which left something to be desired. Although there were thoughtful amenities, like coffee facilities and a flat-screen TV, the overall luxury didn't always justify the expense. In summary, the River Village stands as a reasonable choice for those prioritizing location and dining, but consider weighing the cost against the quality of experience you seek.
