Discover waterfall views from terrace of Giessbach Grand Hotel
Brienz, Switzerland • USD 342 - USD 893 approx.• 
Underrated
UnderratedBrienz, Switzerland
• USD 342 - USD 893Underrated
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug, Sep
14°C – 25°C, warm summer weather with the occasional thunderstorm, high crowds, peak season
14°C – 25°C, warm summer weather with the occasional thunderstorm, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Some stairs and uneven ground; elevator for rooms but terrace access has steps.
Some stairs and uneven ground; elevator for rooms but terrace access has steps.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey but the unique experience offers good value.
Pricey but the unique experience offers good value.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples adored the stunning views and the romantic atmosphere. Perfect for a special trip!
Breathtaking Scenery
Visitors felt the views of the falls and lake were absolutely stunning. A truly memorable experience.
Excellent Service
Couples raved about the polite and helpful staff. The service made the stay even better.
Small Rooms
Some couples noted the rooms with waterfall views were on the smaller side. Not ideal.
Limited Accessibility
Travelers with mobility concerns found the funicular and terrain challenging. Needs improvement.
Expensive Parking
Visitors felt the parking fees were overpriced. Added expense detracted from the experience.
Hours of operation
Monday
04:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday
04:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Wednesday
04:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Thursday
04:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Friday
04:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Saturday
04:00 PM - 11:00 AM
Sunday
04:00 PM - 11:00 AM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-4-5°C
Cold and damp, with snow possible and short daylight hours. Outdoor facilities remain largely inaccessible.
Cold and damp, with snow possible and short daylight hours. Outdoor facilities remain largely inaccessible.
Closed
Hotel and funicular remain closed; terrace and waterfall access unavailable.
Hotel and funicular remain closed; terrace and waterfall access unavailable.
Not recommended
The Grandhotel remains closed through February. There is no access to the terrace or waterfall views.
The Grandhotel remains closed through February. There is no access to the terrace or waterfall views.
March
LOW
-1-9°C
Cool, variable weather with some rain or late snow. Spring begins but outdoor operations are not yet resumed.
Cool, variable weather with some rain or late snow. Spring begins but outdoor operations are not yet resumed.
Closed
Hotel and funicular are closed; terrace and waterfall access are not possible.
Hotel and funicular are closed; terrace and waterfall access are not possible.
Not recommended
March is still off-season; hotel and funicular are closed. No access to terrace or waterfall views.
March is still off-season; hotel and funicular are closed. No access to terrace or waterfall views.
April
MEDIUM
2-13°C
Cool and fresh spring weather with variable sunshine and showers; nature awakens, and the waterfall flow increases.
Cool and fresh spring weather with variable sunshine and showers; nature awakens, and the waterfall flow increases.
Open
Hotel, terrace, and funicular operate from April; access to waterfall views resumes. Some early-season maintenance possible.
Hotel, terrace, and funicular operate from April; access to waterfall views resumes. Some early-season maintenance possible.
Recommended
The Grandhotel Giessbach and its terrace reopen in April. The funicular and boat connections resume, making waterfall views accessible from the terrace.
The Grandhotel Giessbach and its terrace reopen in April. The funicular and boat connections resume, making waterfall views accessible from the terrace.
May
MEDIUM
8-18°C
Mild spring temperatures with lush vegetation and moderate rainfall. Occasional showers are common, but views of Giessbach Falls are especially impressive due to water flow.
Mild spring temperatures with lush vegetation and moderate rainfall. Occasional showers are common, but views of Giessbach Falls are especially impressive due to water flow.
Open
Hotel, terrace, and funicular are open. No notable seasonal restrictions.
Hotel, terrace, and funicular are open. No notable seasonal restrictions.
Recommended
May is an excellent time to view Giessbach Falls from the hotel terrace. The hotel operates fully, the funicular and boat connections are running, and the area is accessible by car, bus, and boat. The scenery is vibrant, and transport operates on regular schedules.
May is an excellent time to view Giessbach Falls from the hotel terrace. The hotel operates fully, the funicular and boat connections are running, and the area is accessible by car, bus, and boat. The scenery is vibrant, and transport operates on regular schedules.
How to get there
Cable Car
Recommended
Shuttle
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Boat
Car
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
