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Hostels in Zürich

Youth Hostel Zurich

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (497)
"I had a great time there. Wish breakfast had fruits though. Staff super friendly and helpful."
Youth Hostel Zurich

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87)
"Walkable from station and dining areas"
The price is ¥13,675
¥15,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

betahouse Zürich

1.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (19)
"Very convenient, the rooms and common were also very clean."
The price is ¥14,385
¥16,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
betahouse Zürich

Youth Hostel Richterswil

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (41)
"Good location"
Youth Hostel Richterswil

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (26)
"Directly at the lake Zürich"
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

Stay2Night Hostel

1.0 star property
4.6 out of 10, (59)
"Nice hotel to stay"
Stay2Night Hostel

Bellpark Hostel

1.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (93)
"Love this hostel. Staff is amazing and location is pretty cool. Lots of different room options and prices are good. I’d recommend this one if you are in the area. "
The price is ¥18,480
¥20,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Bellpark Hostel

Young Backpackers Homestay

1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Very friendly owner and helpful staff"
The price is ¥40,955
¥43,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Young Backpackers Homestay

Barabas - Hostel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (343)
"Staff are very friendly and helpful!"
The price is ¥20,569
¥22,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Barabas - Hostel

Youth Hostel Luzern

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (168)
"Breakfast included and it was great. Location is not centered but still great and easy-to-acess by bus"
The price is ¥19,957
¥21,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Youth Hostel Luzern

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (46)
"Great spot to stay. Staff is very helpful"
The price is ¥20,836
¥22,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Youth Hostel Zug

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (55)
"I had a great experience, beds were clean and staff was helpful"
Youth Hostel Zug

Youth Hostel Brugg

1.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"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!"
Youth Hostel Brugg

Youth Hostel Baden

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (29)
"I am happy with the place. It's very clean and quiet. I highly recommend ! "
Youth Hostel Baden

Hotel & Backpackers Zak

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (46)
"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. "
The price is ¥23,806
¥24,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (16)
"Alles Prima!!!"
Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein

Hotel Zak - Hostel

1.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (75)
"The accommodation is a little dated in places (some broken tiles in the shower and on the floor of the toilet). The double rooms have a spacious wardrobe, a practical washbasin, a small work desk and a TV. Unfortunately, the double room on my floor (2nd floor) had no lounge and no kitchen/fridge. It was a little too expensive for what was on offer. "
The price is ¥18,084
¥19,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Hotel Zak - Hostel

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (24)
Youth Hostel Schaffhausen

Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (10)
"Sehr schön gelegen und hervorragendes Frühstücksbüffet "
Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen

Hostel Art & Style

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (308)
"Good room with lovely Mother’s Day breakfast. "
The price is ¥13,927
¥15,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Hostel Art & Style
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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 towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. 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. Stay2Night Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop and Backeranlage Tram Stop. Property features include free WiFi and laundry facilities. Youth Hostel Richterswil - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers, and free WiFi in all rooms. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Winterthur Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and a rooftop terrace. You'll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi 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 10 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, Botanical Garden, and Zurichhorn Park. Cultural attractions include Tonhalle Zurich, Kunsthaus Zurich, and Zürich Opera House. Visit landmarks like Lindenhof, Museum Rietberg, and Regensberg 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.