Hotel de l’Ours Preles

Hotel de L'Ours is a wonderful and well designed boutique hotel. We felt very welcome. From our arrival to the time we left the owners went out of their way to make sure we were happy with the place and the service - they even helped provide information about some of the material used in building the hotel, when asked. The rooms are roomy and comfortable. The lounge is cosy and the restaurant menu is innovative and rewarding. We love the fact that the hotel caters for the locals a well. Locals come for breakfast, coffee and dinner and it makes the place very lively. We highly recommend staying here, not 'just' for the hotel, also for all the experiences the area has to offer, from visits to local wineries to beautiful hikes.

I very rarely write reviews but this hotel is a real gem. Outstanding experience in itself, and even more relative to the price. The town seems to be in the “middle of nowhere” countryside Switzerland, but you quickly realize that is a fantastic spot for hiking, mountain biking, visiting nearby lakes and towns, and experience the quintessential spirit of traditional Switzerland. In addition, you are right at the border of the French speaking and German speaking regions, which also add interesting twists to the trip. Above all, the hotel in itself is worth the visit. Superbly renovated (after a big fire!) with a mix of modernity and tradition, it is very warm and welcoming. The owner Marcello seems to be everywhere and to speak every language perfectly. He even met us at the car when we arrived, to greet us personally! He and his wife are true masters of hospitality. Excellent room with great beds. The breakfast was lovely. Unforgettable local ham, and “to die for” scrambled eggs were the highlights. Unfortunately we could not try the dinner (the place has a restaurant, too) but I suspect it would have been fantastic, too. Little details are also important: the welcome drink, the quality of the loudspeakers and music during breakfast and its perfect volume, even the outfit of the cleaning ladies. Just attention to detail and great care everywhere you look! It is a place that puts you in great mood. I would very strongly recommend to stay here, even if it meant a little extra drive compared to other hotels in near towns. Bravo! to the owners. Wishing them great success!

Very nice place, very nice team & owners - perfect place to celebrate a birthday and stay overnight. We bookd 6 double rooms and were offered an massive upgrade for one of the rooms for free (for our birthdy child...). Very proactive communication during the planning phase. Place can be highly recommended.

Great location with many hike options in the surroundings. Marcelo did an amazing job showing us the different activities and highlights of the region. The breakfast was amazing and the dinner at the restaurant was excellent. The hotel in general and the room were spotless. The architecture and decoration are tasteful and the gardens well taken care of. The stuff is helpful and friendly and the owners totally kind and made feel like home. For sure not our last visit to the hotel. Can highly recommend it.

The welcome was amazing. The owners are very welcoming and helpful with explaining everything there's to explore in the area. Highly recommended! We stayed here for 1 night, but would advice to stay at least 3 nights to get the full experience.

Very friendly staff, very clean and nice accomodation, excellent food. Large varietties of vines available. Will certailnly come again. Parking is available at no charge. Good starting point for excursions e.g. hiking, close to the lake.