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Our top choices for Interlaken hostels

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1. Youth Hostel Interlaken

Youth Hostel Interlaken
2.0 star property
Central Interlaken
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (536 reviews)
"Near train station and scenic park. Nice breakfast and dinner . Coffee & beer available. Roomy lounge. Some rooms face the mountains for a fantastic view."
United States
aviva
The price is ￥37,641
￥40,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Youth Hostel Interlaken
Sundeck

2. Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel

Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Interlaken
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Very nice hostel. Very nice facilities and great location! Safe and clean place. Lovely atmosphere as they have table tennis and foosball table. Walkable to both east and west train stations"
United States
Preeti
The price is ￥57,454
￥60,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel
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3. Youth Hostel Leissigen

Youth Hostel Leissigen
2.0 star property
Leissigen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
""Atypic" hostel by the lake with its private beach. Breakfast is ok, what the samedi that checkout time is by 10!"
France
Armand
The price is ￥20,853
￥23,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Youth Hostel Leissigen
Exterior

4. Lake Lodge Hostel

Lake Lodge Hostel
2.0 star property
Iseltwald
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (210 reviews)
"Excellent view from the room"
United States
Biju
The price is ￥34,508
￥36,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Lake Lodge Hostel
Exterior

5. Adventure Hostel Interlaken

Adventure Hostel Interlaken
2.0 star property
Unterseen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"Friendly and warm atmosphere."
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥52,139
￥55,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Adventure Hostel Interlaken
Lobby

6. Eiger Lodge Easy

Eiger Lodge Easy
2.0 star property
Grindelwald
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (263 reviews)
"Clean, good location (near nature, hikes, but 25min downhill from Main Street), free breakfast was excellent, you can ask for free towels. Lock on door didn’t always seem to work but felt safe. Guests were all nice and respectful."
United States
Lydia
The price is ￥34,725
￥37,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Eiger Lodge Easy
Balcony

7. Youth Hostel Grindelwald

Youth Hostel Grindelwald
2.0 star property
Grindelwald
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (94 reviews)
"Great hostel! Very clean and conveniently located"
Canada
Gillian
The price is ￥33,459
￥36,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Youth Hostel Grindelwald
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8. Youth Hostel Brienz

Youth Hostel Brienz
2.0 star property
Brienz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"Sara was outstanding!"
United States
Aida
The price is ￥42,262
￥47,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Youth Hostel Brienz
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Interlaken Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,355
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥23,212
Highest Price
￥60,735

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Interlaken?
By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your budget for sightseeing during your trip. You'll find local tours and other activities to enjoy, and the mountain views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Interlaken?
Based on reviews from our guests, these hostels in Interlaken are some of the most popular ones: Youth Hostel Interlaken - 2-minute walk from Interlaken Ost Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and tour assistance. You'll find towels, coffee/tea makers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Interlaken?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 57°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. Average annual precipitation for Interlaken is 60 inches.
What is there to see and do in Interlaken?
Generally, Interlaken is known for its local tours, mountain views, and sightseeing. Get out into nature with places like Lake Brienz, Lake Thun, and Harder Kulm. Cultural attractions include Valley Museum Lauterbrunnen, Ballenberg Open Air Museum, and Tell-Spiele. Locals like to shop at Hoeheweg.
What's the best way to get to and around Interlaken while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Interlaken in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Bern (BRN-Belp), located 23 mi (37 km) from the city center. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit to get around. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Interlaken West Station, Interlaken West Ferry Terminal, or Interlaken Harderbahn Station.

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