Really enjoyed Switzerland, but couldnt say the same for Balmers. The hostel was nice, however you pay for it. Cheapest burger at the restaurant is 11francs so plan to do your own cooking. Hostel has a nightclub downstairs that sends vibrations through the hostel, so you'd think its a party hostel. Although they advertise this it is not the case... More

I arrived at Balmer's with high hopes of finding a great hostel. Upon arrival though my expectations were severely downgraded. The rooms are small and beds uncomfortable. Bathrooms are poorly equipped and dirty. When returning from a days skiing or hiking, the last thing anybody want is to hear the racket of people moving about on different floors and stairs.... More

This hostel is great for is classic looking building and all the great things it offers. Happy hour two times a day and good beer? Yes. Life size chess on the lawn, underground bar that is great for groups, and cozy rooms. It has a rental store next door that can get you the information on all your activities. Looking... More

I booked a Single room so as to have some personal space. Sheets and towels were provided. The walls are thin and if you were unlucky like me, there was a bunch of noisy Americans staying in the bunk next door. They made a din but eventually stopped at around 11 at night, which was acceptable for me. The staff... More

I stayed in the tent village and loved it so much that I stayed much longer than I planned. :) More

Well... Lets start with the room. After walking up three flights of stairs with heavy bags (no help offered!) we got to the room. To be fair it was clean. However you could hear everything that was happening in the corridor. There was a skylight in the roof without a curtain which made it impossible to change in the room... More

I feel this needs to be addressed. I was on a one month holiday and chose Switzerland as my vacation destination. LOVED IT! I chose Balmers based on reviews and location. Made a reservation for 11 days. Chose a private room to come and go as I please without disturbing anyone and vice-versa. Unfortunately the room next door was a... More

I stayed here with a friend for 3 days. Upon check in, we got the 6-pax dorm and were told both of us would hv the lower bunk. when we went into the room, the lower bunks that hv our numbers on were already occupied. were really tired argue abt that so we just took the upper bunks. what's the... More

I stayed at Balmer’s Hostel in a dorm of 8 beds for 3 nights in September 2011. Here’s my breakdown: The staff: mainly consisting of young Australians living in the area for a few months. Their English is excellent and although they did not know the area very well, they did their best to help (for example, when I needed... More