Overview
Bellevue Palace is a 5-star luxury hotel in Switzerland and the official guesthouse of the Swiss government, open since 1913. Located at Kochergasse 3–5 in the centre of Bern directly opposite the Federal Palace, the hotel offers views over the Aare river and features Brasserie VUE with 15 GaultMillau points and NOUMI Bar & Grill, a contemporary restaurant serving international cuisine. It is particularly well suited for business travelers, diplomats, and couples seeking a historic luxury hotel in Bern, Switzerland. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World and Swiss Deluxe Hotels, it was awarded 2 Michelin Keys by the Michelin Guide in 2025.
Why stay here
Best for: Heads of State & Diplomats · Special Occasions · Cultural Travellers · Business Executives
Rooms & Suites
View all →Rooms and suites at Bellevue Palace Bern combine grand hotel heritage with views of Bern, the Aare river and the Swiss capital’s historic centre.
Superior Double Room
30 m² · King · Old Town or Aare
fromCHF 600/night
Superior Junior Suite
45 m² · King · Old Town or Aare
fromCHF 618/night
Deluxe Double Room
38 m² · King · Alps or Old Town
fromCHF 653/night
Deluxe Junior Suite
55 m² · King · Alps or Aare Panorama
fromCHF 775/night
Spa & Wellness
View details →Bellevue Palace Bern provides discreet wellness and fitness facilities for guests seeking relaxation in a historic luxury hotel in the Swiss capital.
Bellevue Wellness
A refined wellness facility befitting Switzerland's most politically significant hotel, offering a curated menu of treatments for diplomats, executives and discerning leisure guests seeking rejuvenation in the Swiss capital.
Dining
View all →Bellevue Palace Bern offers some of the most elegant dining in Bern, including French-Swiss cuisine, panoramic terrace dining and a historic bar known for diplomats and politicians.
Brasserie VUE is Bellevue Palace's signature all-day dining restaurant — a magnificent Belle Époque space with sweeping views over the Federal Palace and the rooftops of Bern. With its refined brasserie menu celebrating the finest Swiss and international ingredients, it is one of the great dining rooms of the Swiss capital, frequented by politicians, diplomats and discerning Bern residents alike.
Le Lobby at Bellevue Palace is one of Bern's most celebrated social spaces — a grand and beautifully appointed lounge where the city's political and cultural elite have gathered for over a century. Serving afternoon tea, light lunches and evening cocktails in an atmosphere of quiet authority, it captures the essence of what makes Bellevue Palace the natural home of Swiss power.
The Bellevue Bar & Le Fumoir is the distinguished evening destination at Bellevue Palace — a sophisticated bar and cigar lounge combining an exceptional cocktail programme with a carefully curated selection of premium cigars and rare spirits. One of Bern's most atmospheric after-dinner destinations, it has hosted heads of state, diplomats and cultural figures throughout its storied history.
Noumi Bar & Grill brings a contemporary and cosmopolitan energy to Bellevue Palace — a vibrant grill restaurant and bar celebrating bold flavours, premium ingredients and convivial dining in a more relaxed setting than the hotel's grand main restaurant. With an emphasis on exceptional grilled meats, fresh seafood and an inventive cocktail programme, Noumi has quickly established itself as one of Bern's most exciting dining destinations.
Experiences
Spa & Wellness
Refined wellness and fitness in Switzerland’s capital
Dining & Restaurants
Fine dining, terrace views and historic bar culture in Bern
Rooms & Suites
Belle Époque rooms and suites in historic Bern
Activities & Experiences
Private Bern culture, politics and museum experiences
Events & Offers
Time-limited events, seasonal packages and exclusive offers
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Hotel Facts
Location
📍 Kochergasse 3-5, Bern, Switzerland 3011
View on Google Maps →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bellevue Palace have a restaurant?
Yes. Bellevue Palace features Brasserie VUE, an elegant French brasserie with 15 GaultMillau points and panoramic terrace views of the Bernese Alps and the Federal Parliament. The hotel also has NOUMI Bar & Grill, a casual world food restaurant popular with Bern locals, politicians and diplomats.
Where is Bellevue Palace located?
Bellevue Palace is a 5-star hotel located at Kochergasse 3-5, 3011 Bern, Switzerland — at the eastern edge of Bern's UNESCO World Heritage medieval old town, directly opposite the Federal Palace of Switzerland and 75 minutes by train from Zurich Airport.
What makes Bellevue Palace special?
Bellevue Palace is Switzerland's most politically significant luxury hotel, serving as the official residence for visiting heads of state since 1913. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World and Swiss Deluxe Hotels, it is a landmark Belle Époque hotel in Switzerland overlooking the Federal Palace and the Bernese Alps.
Is Bellevue Palace good for a romantic stay in Bern?
Yes. Bellevue Palace is a luxury hotel in Switzerland well suited for couples and romantic stays, offering historic Belle Époque suites, panoramic views of the Aare river and the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau, and fine dining on its iconic terrace overlooking Bern's old town.
Does Bellevue Palace have Alpine views?
Yes. Bellevue Palace offers panoramic views of the Bernese Alps from its terrace and corner suites, including clear sightlines to the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau on fine days — one of the finest Alpine panoramas available from any city hotel in Switzerland.
Is Bellevue Palace a member of Leading Hotels of the World?
Yes. Bellevue Palace is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and Swiss Deluxe Hotels, and has operated as Switzerland's premier government hotel since 1913, hosting heads of state, Nobel laureates and foreign dignitaries.
Is Bellevue Palace good for business travel?
Yes. Bellevue Palace is a luxury business hotel in Bern, Switzerland, located directly opposite the Federal Palace and within walking distance of Switzerland's key government institutions. It offers meeting facilities, concierge services, and direct rail connections to Zurich, Geneva and Basel.
Is Bellevue Palace in the centre of Bern?
Yes. Bellevue Palace is centrally located in Bern, Switzerland, adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage old town. Bern Hauptbahnhof is 15 minutes on foot, Zurich Airport is 75 minutes by direct train, and Geneva Airport approximately 90 minutes by rail.
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Pricing
FromCHF 600
per night · typical direct rate
✦ Verified by SwissNet · Updated June 2026
Price varies by dates and room type
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Booking options
✓ Direct — from CHF 600
○ OTAs — same or higher rate, no extras
Direct bookings include hotel benefits OTAs don't offer
Contact
info@bellevue-palace.ch