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Our top choices for Zürich hostels

Terrace/patio
Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (548)
"Staff are all accommodating and friendly. Michelle was so helpful with all of our inquiries. I love the stay "
Canada
Alma
The price is ￥24,019
￥26,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Youth Hostel Zurich
Reception
Anita Hostel

Anita Hostel

Anita Hostel
1.0 star property
Old Town Zürich
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Amazing Nice staff Perfect location "
United States
Colleen
The price is ￥25,329
￥27,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Anita Hostel
Private kitchen
Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (71)
"Im a traveller and Was my first time in a hostel. Linens were very cleaned and you cook in the hostel"
Canada
Patrice
The price is ￥12,279
￥16,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Stay2Night Hostel
Quadruple Room | Desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
2.0 star property
Winterthur
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90)
"Very clean rooms and"
United States
Tial
The price is ￥15,197
￥17,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Restaurant
Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak
2.0 star property
Neuhausen am Rheinfall
6.6 out of 10, (47)
"The town location wasn’t my favorite personally but this hotel was a cool spot to stay at. It’s attached to a dive bar with a pool table on ground level which was nice and rooms were clean and staff was really nice. Just not a fan of the location of the place itself mainly. "
United States
Nadia
The price is ￥24,859
￥25,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Living area
Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
3.2 out of 10, (9)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich

Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel, excellent location, rooms are pretty small but stuff is very professional & courteous."
Grant 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich

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Zürich Hostels information

Number of reviews
764
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥16,107
Highest Price
￥27,676

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Zürich?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for going out. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and live music venues.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Zürich?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Youth Hostel Zurich - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Morgental Tram Stop and Wollishofen Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Stay2Night Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop and Backeranlage Tram Stop. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. Betahouse Zürich - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Titlisstrasse S-Bahn. Property features include free WiFi. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers.
How many hostels are there in Zürich?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Zürich, one of Expedia's 6 hostels might be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Zürich?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Zürich is 46 inches.
What is there to see and do in Zürich?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate these things around Zürich. Get out into nature with places like Flussbad Oberer Letten, Lakeside Promenade, and Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Swiss National Museum, Zurich Toy Museum, and Kunsthaus Zurich. Visit landmarks like Lindenhof, Zürich Opera House, and Schiffbau.
What's the best way to get to and around Zürich while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Zürich in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from the city center. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Bahnhofquai-HB Station, Zürich Center S-Bahn, and Central Tram Stop. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station), Zürich Central Station, or Zürich Limmatquai Station.

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