This 3-star hotel in the centre of Fribourg is only 400 metres from the train station. Hotel Alpha features an a la carte restaurant, parking garage and offers free Wi-Fi. The rooms at Hotel Alpha all have cable TV and a bathroom with hairdryer. Fribourg’s historic Old Town and the university campus are only a short walk away from the Alpha Hotel. The A12 motorway can be reached in a 5-minute drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Paula
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fairly central location. Friendly staff. Clean & comfortable.
  • Rudy
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Very convenient Hotel well located close to the train station and center of Fribourg. Everything in walking distance. Rooms are fine and clean. A nice breakfast. Certainly value for money.
  • Ralph
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Very close to the train station and downtown Fribourg.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • ALPHABET
    • Cuisine
      French • European
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Facilities of Hotel Alpha

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs CHF 12 per day.
  • Parking garage
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Hotel Alpha takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
CHF 30 per child, per night
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 30 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
CHF 50 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Hotel Alpha accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Check-in before 13:00 is available on request.

Please be informed that the restaurant is closed on the weekends.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Alpha in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Hotel Alpha

  • Hotel Alpha is 500 yards from the centre of Fribourg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hotel Alpha offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Hotel Alpha is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Guests staying at Hotel Alpha can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
      • Breakfast to go

    • Hotel Alpha has 1 restaurant:

      • ALPHABET

    • The prices at Hotel Alpha may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Hotel Alpha include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
      • Suite
      • Single