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Grandhotel Giessbach

4.3(1,663)
Hotel

About

Grandhotel Giessbach is a historic alpine retreat perched above Lake Brienz, featuring elegant rooms with views of the iconic Giessbach waterfalls. The hotel blends 19th-century charm with natural beauty, anchored by Europe's oldest funicular railway connecting guests to the lakeside ferry.

The venue offers refined dining on a terrace where the sound of cascading water sets a serene backdrop, ideal for intimate corporate gatherings. Its peaceful setting and distinctive architecture provide a memorable environment for meetings and overnight stays alike.

Best for

  • Executive retreats with historic charm
  • Client dinners overlooking waterfalls
  • Multi-night stays with lakeside access

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Waterfall and Lake Brienz views
Natural Setting
Waterfall and Lake Brienz views
The hotel is set beside the Giessbach Waterfall, which provides a dynamic natural backdrop that changes with the light and seasons. Guests enjoy sweeping views over Lake Brienz, creating a peaceful and inspiring environment for events.
Belle Époque alpine elegance since 1875
Historic Architecture
Belle Époque alpine elegance since 1875
Designed by Horace Edouard Davinet, the Grandhotel Giessbach is a landmark of 19th-century alpine architecture. Its historic charm and timeless atmosphere offer a distinctive setting that blends heritage with natural beauty.
Europe’s oldest funicular railway
Unique Transport
Europe’s oldest funicular railway
The hotel features the Giessbach Bahn, a historic funicular railway dating back to 1879. This vintage mode of transport connects the hotel to the ferry landing, adding a memorable and practical element to guest arrivals and departures.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 1,663 reviews