The 1872 Bar-Lounge is the hotel bar of the Essential by Dorint hotel at Rugenparkstrasse 8, next to Interlaken West railway station in the Bernese Oberland, Switzerland. The name refers to the year associated with the property's history, and the lounge combines a contemporary hotel-bar setting with a menu of cocktails and regional dishes. The crowd is a mix of hotel guests, rail travellers waiting between connections and visitors who want a calmer, more polished evening than a pub offers. The atmosphere is relaxed and lounge-like, with seating suited to conversation, and the dress code is smart casual at most, with no strict enforcement known. The age range is mainly adults in their late twenties and older. Music is typically a background lounge playlist, not a dancefloor programme. The drinks programme features cocktails, wine, beer and spirits, and the kitchen serves regional Swiss dishes daily from 12 PM to 10 PM, so the lounge works for a full dinner as well as a late drink. Opening hours for the bar itself are not fully specified; visitors should check current hours or phone +41 33 820 91 00. Hotel bars of this kind typically stay open until around midnight, with less late-night activity than Interlaken's pubs. The price category is upper-mid range, with cocktails typically around CHF 15 to 20 and main courses around CHF 25 to 40. No cover charge is known, and reservations are advisable mainly for dinner service or larger groups. Bottle service is not a feature. Its position beside Interlaken West station is convenient for travellers arriving by train who want a drink before heading into town, and it suits visitors who prefer a seat, a menu and a quieter setting over a crowded bar scene.
| Price | $$$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Check current hours; kitchen daily 12-10 PM; phone +41 33 820 91 00 |
| Address | Rugenparkstrasse 8, 3800 Interlaken |
Good to know
- Signature
- Hotel bar and lounge with cocktails and regional dishes
Location
Rugenparkstrasse 8, 3800 Interlaken
46.6811, 7.8518 View on map
Highlights
- Hotel lounge beside Interlaken West station
- Cocktails paired with regional Swiss dishes
- Kitchen open daily from 12 PM to 10 PM
- Quieter, more polished setting than the town's pubs
Tips for visiting
- Phone +41 33 820 91 00 to confirm bar hours, which are not fixed in the listing.
- The kitchen closes at 10 PM, so order food before then.
- Reserve for dinner or groups, especially in high season.
- Ideal for a drink while waiting for a train at Interlaken West.
- Smart casual clothing suits the setting.
When to visit
Early to late evening for cocktails and dinner, particularly outside peak summer when it is quieter.
Accessibility
As a hotel venue next to a railway station it is likely to offer step-free access, but visitors should confirm with the hotel.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the 1872 Bar-Lounge?
It is at Rugenparkstrasse 8, 3800 Interlaken, next to Interlaken West station in the Essential by Dorint hotel.
Does the lounge serve food?
Yes, the kitchen serves regional dishes daily from 12 PM to 10 PM.
What is the phone number?
The listed number is +41 33 820 91 00.
Is it a late-night venue?
It is a hotel lounge, so it suits evening drinks rather than late-night dancing.