Schützenbach Backpackers & Camping Lauterbrunnen (Berner Oberland)

Schützenbach Backpackers & Camping

Hostel Schützenbach Backpackers & Camping 0 class

Lauterbrunnen (Berner Oberland), Schützenbach

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Schützenbach Backpacker & Camping has been welcoming guests since 1960! Our rooms are simple but comfortable. In winter as well as in summer, we are the perfect starting point for skiing or hiking.

Rooms: 35
Rate: 20 - 150 CHF


Hotel information

Heidi? Heidi who? Well, if you stay with us in Lauterbrunnen you will certainly know by the end of your stay. But just in case here's a hint: 'Cow bells, rushing waterfalls, endless fields, snow covered peaks and much more'. Lauterbrunnen is on the list of the top 3 places to see in the world! So dont miss out

Schützenbach is a small family run Backpacker & Camping since 1960. We offer budget accommodation to suit 'all pockets'. We like our guests to feel comfortable and relaxed. With our team of friendly and helpful English speaking staff, you can be assured of personal service, warm family hospitality and a great time.

If you are seeking adventure and don’t know where to start, just ask! We can give you all the information you need. Explore and hike the beautiful surroundings of the Lauterbrunnen Valley. You will not be disappointed! Take home great memories!

We are open all year round so if you would like to hike or ski/board there is always a comfortable bed ready for a sleepy head.

Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking, Bar, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Family Rooms, Free Parking, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, Ski Storage
Activities:   Tennis Court, Golf Course (within 3 km), Skiing, Casino, Children's Playground, Windsurfing, Darts, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Bowling, Horse Riding, Squash, Mini Golf, Ski School, Outdoor Swimming Pool
Services:   Airport Shuttle, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Barber/Beauty Shop, Internet Services, Currency Exchange, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Bicycle Rental, Packed Lunches, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, Ticket Service

Room information

The chalet has an amazing view over the Valley. It sleeps up to 6 people, one double room, two rooms with bunk beds, private bath living/dining area and balcony, ideal for a group of friends or family
Twin rooms have a beautiful view across the valley, with bedding, washbasin and shared shower/restroom down the hall
There are also quad rooms, with two bunk-beds, and our dormitory accommodation sleep up to 30 people.

Food & beverage

Well there are bars and lounges.. or for a truly great experience there's The Stump where we are up for most things and the night time drinking hours are... we will say very flexible!

In the evening we turn the Stump into a traditional Swiss Fondue meeting point, where people from all ends of the world get together to dip some bread!

If you are travelling on a low budget or with your always-hungry children and prefer to cook your own meals we also have a fully-equipped kitchen for all our guests.

Area information

Things not to be missed when in Lauterbrunnen:

Our amazing waterfalls in total 72!! Most famous of all the Staubbach
Schilthorn known from the movie "007 Her Majestys Secret Service" Jungfrau Top of Europe

Travel information

By train:
Take a train to Lauterbrunnen, just opposite the station is the local yellow PTT bus. Tell the driver Schützenbach and he will stop outside the hotel.

By car:
- Follow signs to Interlaken then Lauterbrunnen.
- Drive through the village towards Stechelberg, past the church on your right.
- Continue about 400 metres you will see our sign on your left.

Important information

Please note that as a backpackers hostel mostly young people (18 - 40) stay here who tend to party a lot. There is an age limit of 18 to 45 applicable.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   16:00-22:00
Check Out:   08:00-10:00
Cancellation Policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 15 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.

Internet: Internet via modem is available in public areas and costs CHF 5.00 per hour.

Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast costs CHF 12.50 per person.

Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.

Pets: Pets are not allowed.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Australian BankCard, Carte Bleue, Diners Club, Euro/Mastercard, Maestro, Visa