Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald
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Summary of reviewsMountain Hostel Gimmelwald, set in the picturesque heart of Gimmelwald, offers guests breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps that are often described as the most beautiful they have ever seen. The hostel's prime location, just steps away from the Gimmelwald cable car station, makes it an excellent starting point for mountain trails, perfectly suited for hikers and skiers alike. The charming village setting accessible by cable car adds a unique allure to the overall experience.
Guests praise the hostel's cozy and community-oriented atmosphere. The friendly staff and inviting vibe greatly enhance the overall experience, alongside the delicious pizza, which stands out as a highlight for many guests. Although dinner options are limited to pizza and salads, the quality and flavor of the food are highly regarded, often described as a satisfying conclusion to a day of outdoor activities. Breakfast similarly receives positive feedback for being fresh, filling and delicious with a basic but good selection that includes fresh-baked bread and Swiss cheese.
In terms of accommodations, the hostel offers a range from dormitories to private double rooms. While the private rooms are nice, some lack a key and privacy can sometimes be an issue. Dormitory experiences vary with many guests noting the small and cramped nature of the spaces. However, the shared bathrooms and dorms are generally clean and well-maintained, though storage near beds and privacy could be improved.
Cleanliness is another strong point of the hostel, particularly in the bathrooms and restrooms. Despite occasional challenges, such as an untidy shared kitchen at the end of the day or a fly problem, the environment is generally tidy and well-kept. The super-friendly and helpful staff play a significant role in maintaining this standard and contribute greatly to the hostel’s warm and hospitable ambiance.
The beds, while comfortable, are closely packed, sometimes resulting in a cramped feeling and limited personal space. Despite these minor drawbacks, guests appreciate the overall comfort of the bedding.
Overall, Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald provides a delightful stay characterized by its stunning location, welcoming staff and satisfying food, making it an attractive destination for those seeking natural beauty and a vibrant communal atmosphere.
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Guests praise the hostel's cozy and community-oriented atmosphere. The friendly staff and inviting vibe greatly enhance the overall experience, alongside the delicious pizza, which stands out as a highlight for many guests. Although dinner options are limited to pizza and salads, the quality and flavor of the food are highly regarded, often described as a satisfying conclusion to a day of outdoor activities. Breakfast similarly receives positive feedback for being fresh, filling and delicious with a basic but good selection that includes fresh-baked bread and Swiss cheese.
In terms of accommodations, the hostel offers a range from dormitories to private double rooms. While the private rooms are nice, some lack a key and privacy can sometimes be an issue. Dormitory experiences vary with many guests noting the small and cramped nature of the spaces. However, the shared bathrooms and dorms are generally clean and well-maintained, though storage near beds and privacy could be improved.
Cleanliness is another strong point of the hostel, particularly in the bathrooms and restrooms. Despite occasional challenges, such as an untidy shared kitchen at the end of the day or a fly problem, the environment is generally tidy and well-kept. The super-friendly and helpful staff play a significant role in maintaining this standard and contribute greatly to the hostel’s warm and hospitable ambiance.
The beds, while comfortable, are closely packed, sometimes resulting in a cramped feeling and limited personal space. Despite these minor drawbacks, guests appreciate the overall comfort of the bedding.
Overall, Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald provides a delightful stay characterized by its stunning location, welcoming staff and satisfying food, making it an attractive destination for those seeking natural beauty and a vibrant communal atmosphere.
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Nestled in the heart of Gimmelwald, Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald boasts an absolutely stunning location that offers breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps. Positioned just a few steps away from the Gimmelwald cable car station, it serves as an ideal starting point for numerous mountain trails, making it an enticing destination for both hikers and skiers. The picturesque village setting is accessible by cable car, adding to its unique charm.
The hostel provides an incredible vantage point for absorbing the magnificent landscape. Guests frequently highlight its unbeatable and beautiful surroundings, often describing it as the most beautiful location they have ever visited. The views from the terrace and windows are often described as superb and magnificent, offering an ever-present connection with nature.
Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald fosters a cozy, community-oriented atmosphere. The friendly staff, delicious food—highlighted by its praised pizzas—and vibrant vibe contribute to an overall enriching experience. The hostel's beautiful and unique environment is perfect for those looking to bask in natural beauty while enjoying a warm, inviting ambiance.
Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald offers a delightful and satisfying breakfast experience according to guest reviews. The breakfast is described as fresh, filling and delicious, frequently lauded for its fresh-baked bread and beautiful Swiss cheese. Guests appreciate the basic yet good range, which includes cheese, bread, coffee, ham, yogurt and various spreads like peanut butter and jam. The inclusion of breakfast is particularly valued, allowing guests to enjoy hearty meals while soaking in the stunning morning scenery.
Although some reviews mention a lack of variety, the breakfast is still deemed very good, complete and tasty by many. The buffet-style spread is regularly refilled, ensuring that essential items are always available. The warm and friendly staff enhance the breakfast experience, creating a pleasant atmosphere to start the day. Overall, Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald provides a commendable breakfast that leaves guests satisfied and ready for their adventures.
Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald offers an evening dining experience that centers around their delicious, customizable pizzas. Guests frequently comment on the great taste and quality of the pizzas served with many describing them as some of the best they've ever had. The pizzas are particularly praised for being flavorful and satisfying after a day of hiking, which makes them an excellent option for those trekking up from the valley.
The hostel also features occasional live music in the evenings, creating a pleasant dining atmosphere. For those looking for variety, they also offer salads alongside their popular pizza offerings. The quality of both breakfast and dinner has been commended with many mentioning the pizza specifically as a highlight.
However, it's important to note that pizza is the only dinner option available at the hostel, which may not cater to all dietary preferences. While the majority of reviews are positive, there have been occasional mentions of disappointing experiences, such as a burnt pizza or perceived high prices.
Overall, the consistently positive feedback reflects that Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald provides a satisfying and enjoyable pizza dinner that complements the rustic charm and active lifestyle of its guests.
Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald offers a range of accommodations, from dormitories to private double rooms. The private double rooms are described as nice and lovely, although some lack a key and privacy can be an issue, as access sometimes requires passing through the boys dormitory.
The dormitory experience is mixed. Many reviews highlight the close quarters with beds often side by side, touching each other and leaving little room for personal space. The rooms are noted to be small, often cramped with many beds - sometimes as many as 16 in a single small area. This setup can feel overly intimate and lacking in privacy, which might be uncomfortable for some guests. Dividers could make a significant positive difference here.
On the positive side, the dorms and shared bathrooms receive praise for cleanliness and nice renovations. However, guests have observed that the dorm beds might be smaller than expected. Additionally, there are no storage facilities near the beds, which can be inconvenient.
Another downside is the messiness and occasional presence of flies in some rooms. Bathrooms and showers are shared and often require a walk through other dorms to access.
All in all, while the hostel provides a basic and clean stay with a few private room options, the dormitory spaces may be too cramped and lacking in privacy for some guests' likings.
The beds at Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald receive mixed reviews from guests with many noting their comfort but also highlighting certain drawbacks. Numerous guests commend the beds for being comfortable, citing both the dorm beds and the boxes in the "Boys" room as particularly pleasant sleeping arrangements. However, the physical arrangement of the beds seems to be less favorable. Many reviewers mention that the beds are very close together, often touching or only separated by a piece of plywood or a curtain, which provides little personal space and privacy. The tightly packed mattresses and low ceilings add to the cramped feeling with some guests comparing their sleeping arrangements to a coffin due to the limited space. Despite these concerns, the consensus is that, while the beds might be compact and closely spaced, they generally provide a good level of comfort.
Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald showcases strong efforts in maintaining cleanliness despite occasional challenges. Generally, guests commend the hostel for its very clean environment with particular praise for the cleanliness of bathrooms and restrooms even at full occupancy. The hostel staff receives high marks for being super friendly and helpful, contributing to a well-maintained atmosphere.
The hostel's well-equipped kitchen and good breakfast add to the overall positive experience. However, some reviews pointed out areas needing improvement, such as cleanliness of dishes and the shared kitchen requiring more attention, especially by the end of the day. Instances were noted where the level of hygiene was disappointing with an occasional problem of too many flies. Some guests found the hostel crowded and overwhelming with insufficient bathrooms and showers.
The reviews indicate that while Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald generally delivers a clean and tidy environment, there are moments where maintaining this standard becomes challenging, particularly during peak usage times.
Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald receives heaps of praise for its exceptional staff. Guests consistently describe the team as super friendly, kind and extremely welcoming. Their helpfulness is frequently highlighted with mentions of providing valuable hiking advice and quick, effective handling of challenges. The ambiance created by these warm and hospitable employees adds significantly to the overall experience, complementing the hostel's excellent location and breathtaking views. Visitors note the great vibe, delicious food and enjoyable atmosphere, further enhanced by the lovely and approachable staff. The consistent kindness and friendliness of the entire team contribute greatly to the hostel's charm and appeal.
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Location
The hostel provides an incredible vantage point for absorbing the magnificent landscape. Guests frequently highlight its unbeatable and beautiful surroundings, often describing it as the most beautiful location they have ever visited. The views from the terrace and windows are often described as superb and magnificent, offering an ever-present connection with nature.
Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald fosters a cozy, community-oriented atmosphere. The friendly staff, delicious food—highlighted by its praised pizzas—and vibrant vibe contribute to an overall enriching experience. The hostel's beautiful and unique environment is perfect for those looking to bask in natural beauty while enjoying a warm, inviting ambiance.
Breakfast
Although some reviews mention a lack of variety, the breakfast is still deemed very good, complete and tasty by many. The buffet-style spread is regularly refilled, ensuring that essential items are always available. The warm and friendly staff enhance the breakfast experience, creating a pleasant atmosphere to start the day. Overall, Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald provides a commendable breakfast that leaves guests satisfied and ready for their adventures.
Dinner
The hostel also features occasional live music in the evenings, creating a pleasant dining atmosphere. For those looking for variety, they also offer salads alongside their popular pizza offerings. The quality of both breakfast and dinner has been commended with many mentioning the pizza specifically as a highlight.
However, it's important to note that pizza is the only dinner option available at the hostel, which may not cater to all dietary preferences. While the majority of reviews are positive, there have been occasional mentions of disappointing experiences, such as a burnt pizza or perceived high prices.
Overall, the consistently positive feedback reflects that Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald provides a satisfying and enjoyable pizza dinner that complements the rustic charm and active lifestyle of its guests.
Rooms
The dormitory experience is mixed. Many reviews highlight the close quarters with beds often side by side, touching each other and leaving little room for personal space. The rooms are noted to be small, often cramped with many beds - sometimes as many as 16 in a single small area. This setup can feel overly intimate and lacking in privacy, which might be uncomfortable for some guests. Dividers could make a significant positive difference here.
On the positive side, the dorms and shared bathrooms receive praise for cleanliness and nice renovations. However, guests have observed that the dorm beds might be smaller than expected. Additionally, there are no storage facilities near the beds, which can be inconvenient.
Another downside is the messiness and occasional presence of flies in some rooms. Bathrooms and showers are shared and often require a walk through other dorms to access.
All in all, while the hostel provides a basic and clean stay with a few private room options, the dormitory spaces may be too cramped and lacking in privacy for some guests' likings.
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Cleanliness
The hostel's well-equipped kitchen and good breakfast add to the overall positive experience. However, some reviews pointed out areas needing improvement, such as cleanliness of dishes and the shared kitchen requiring more attention, especially by the end of the day. Instances were noted where the level of hygiene was disappointing with an occasional problem of too many flies. Some guests found the hostel crowded and overwhelming with insufficient bathrooms and showers.
The reviews indicate that while Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald generally delivers a clean and tidy environment, there are moments where maintaining this standard becomes challenging, particularly during peak usage times.
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No, Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald.
Yes, Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald.
No, Mountain Hostel Gimmelwald doesn't have a gym.
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