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Our top choices for Zürich hostels

A spacious indoor area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering views of trees and buildings outside.

1. Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (612 reviews)
"Highly recommended for Solo travellers with free breakfast. Facility is walking distance to transfo"
Canada
May
The price is ￥20,187
￥22,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Youth Hostel Zurich
A glass-top table with a cushioned sofa in the background.

2. Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (83 reviews)
"Nice hotel to stay"
United States
MELWIN
The price is ￥12,120
￥15,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Stay2Night Hostel
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, bar stools, and a dining table. There is a computer on a desk and a window with a view of the city.

3. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
2.0 star property
Winterthur
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"Walkable from station and dining areas"
Canada
Lester
The price is ￥14,582
￥16,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a window with a view of palm trees.

4. Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
2.8 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
The price is ￥18,085
￥28,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
A large building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and a lake.

5. Youth Hostel Richterswil

Youth Hostel Richterswil
2.0 star property
Richterswil
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (48 reviews)
"Good location"
Germany
Baerbel
The price is ￥15,725
￥16,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Youth Hostel Richterswil
A modern reception area with a wooden counter, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
2.0 star property
Jona
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"Spacious and clean room. Beautiful location. Friendly staff "
United States
Liliya
The price is ￥16,279
￥18,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
A restaurant with stone walls, a bar area, and tables with chairs.

7. Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Lucerne
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (492 reviews)
"The room was clean and tidy, and very close to the city center."
United States
Alice
The price is ￥17,581
￥20,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Barabas - Hostel
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, a red building with large windows, and a paved walkway.

8. Youth Hostel Baden

Youth Hostel Baden
2.0 star property
Baden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Great place, clean and quiet. 5 mins walk to the city center, breakfast is really good"
United States
Maria
The price is ￥18,406
￥19,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Youth Hostel Baden
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a menu, and a wall with framed pictures.

9. Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel
1.0 star property
Kriens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (115 reviews)
"Good location! The staff were very friendly and helpful! I would book again!"
Canada
Ho-Chi
The price is ￥16,204
￥17,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Bellpark Hostel
A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, a small bathroom, and a large window.

10. Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style
Singen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (382 reviews)
"It was a great stay; prefect for our family."
United States
JESSICA
The price is ￥14,068
￥15,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hostel Art & Style
A buffet table with various food items including skewers, sandwiches, and rolls.

11. Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
2.0 star property
Schwyz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (56 reviews)
"I had a great stay as a solo traveler. I did a single room and had use of the shared kitchen, which was perfect for my needs. The room was basic but clean and quiet. I really liked the location where I could walk to town and get groceries, and catch the bus to Stoos Ridge, and the bus+train to other locations. It's also a good location for going on morning runs."
United States
Victoria
The price is ￥23,085
￥24,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
A bar area with a chandelier, a mirror, and various bar items.

12. Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak
2.0 star property
Neuhausen am Rheinfall
6.6 out of 10, (48 reviews)
"Staff exceptional"
United Kingdom
Wendy Starkey
The price is ￥26,320
￥27,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

13. Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel
1.0 star property
Schaffhausen
6.4 out of 10, (86 reviews)
"Kind staff and a great, local vibe in the bar"
United States
Samantha
The price is ￥17,363
￥18,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Zak - Hostel
A modern living room with a chessboard, a leather sofa, a chair, and a view of mountains through large windows.

14. Young Backpackers Homestay

Young Backpackers Homestay
1.0 star property
Kriens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Great hostel , clean , organized, good vibes , kind host, amazing views ."
United States
Gavin
The price is ￥49,704
￥52,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Young Backpackers Homestay
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a patio umbrella, and a view of a modern building with large windows.

15. Youth Hostel Zug

Youth Hostel Zug
2.0 star property
Zug
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (59 reviews)
"Great location within walking distance to the lake and restaurants. Very clean and staff were very friendly."
Ireland
James
The price is ￥22,429
￥23,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Youth Hostel Zug
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

16. Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern
2.0 star property
Lucerne
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (221 reviews)
"Overall very satisfied experience and very comfortable stay in the city"
United Kingdom
Tanish
The price is ￥19,411
￥21,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Youth Hostel Luzern
A historic building with multiple windows and a clock.

17. Youth Hostel Schaffhausen

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
2.0 star property
Schaffhausen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (30 reviews)
"Had a really nice Stay - very sweet and helpfull staff, very Big and good breakfast buffet. Free wifi and good bed!"
Denmark
Camilla
The price is ￥18,602
￥20,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
A stone building with a red-tiled roof, a covered patio, and a grassy courtyard.

18. Youth Hostel Brugg

Youth Hostel Brugg
1.0 star property
Brugg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"This was a wonderful hostel to stay at! The host was very kind and caring, they were flexible with our arrival time, and prepared food for us in good time (and they catered to vegans and the food itself was very nice!). The hostel itself was very clean, it has a nice garden, it is near a river. Very good relaxation spot!"
Germany
Anonymous traveler
Youth Hostel Brugg
A patio with outdoor seating, a stone pathway, and a house in the background.

19. Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein

Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
2.0 star property
Stein am Rhein
7.2 out of 10, Good, (17 reviews)
"Alles Prima!!!"
Germany
Hans
The price is ￥19,189
￥19,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
A view from a balcony overlooking a body of water with trees and a distant cityscape.

20. Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen

Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
2.0 star property
Kreuzlingen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Really friendly staff and a good breakfast "
United Kingdom
Vinay
The price is ￥16,341
￥17,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle

Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and spacious"
Fallon 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Place Zurich Airport The Circle

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Zürich Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,710
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥15,475
Highest Price
￥52,504

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 budget for exploring. We've heard good things about the zoo and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like biking.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but all of them have three main things in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Zürich?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the best reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start: 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 showers, 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. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Winterthur (ZLI-Winterthur Train Station) and Winterthur Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. You'll find bed sheets and free WiFi in all rooms. Sigma Self Check-In Hostel - 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. Viktoria Budget Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Meierhofplatz Tram Stop and Schwert Tram Stop. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a TV in a common area at this property. You'll find towels, TVs, and hair dryers in all rooms.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Zürich?
If you're in the market for somewhere affordable to stay in Zürich, one of Expedia's 11 hostels might be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Zürich?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the local climate: 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 you're interested in, you might like to explore the area around Zürich. Get out into nature with places like Lakeside Promenade, Chinese Garden, and Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Tonhalle Zurich, Kunsthaus Zurich, and Zürich Opera House. Visit landmarks like Lindenhof, Regensberg Castle, and Rapperswil Castle.
What's the best way to get to and around Zürich while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Zürich in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) away. An alternative is Altenrhein (ACH-St. Gallen - Altenrhein), located 48 mi (77.3 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Paradeplatz Tram Stop, Borsenstrasse Tram Stop, and Helmhaus Tram Stop. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Zürich Limmatquai Station, Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station), or Zürich Central Station.

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