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Hostels in Zürich

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Zürich and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,679 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,739 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,384 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,926 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Zürich

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 6,044 reviews

Hostels that guests love in Zürich

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,679 reviews
Comfortable bed, comfortable pillow, clean room, great locations. Nice atmosphere, and I felt safe in the hostel. They had curtains on the bed which I really like, gave us a little extra privacy. No big clash of bathroom usage either. Good value for money given how expensive things are in Zurich.
Guest review by
Y
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 6,044 reviews
The Location is perfect! Sits right in the middle of oldtown, you have many options where to eat, a short distance to bellevue/stadelhofenplatz to take either bus, tram or train 👍🏼 if youre on a budget - COOP is the way 🛒 The Hostel was clean, i never have to wait for someone to finish shower🫰🏼👍🏼 they have basic amenities which is great👍🏼 Vending machine and coffee machine and theres a code for people who will arrive later than 10pm. I find this place safe and clean and good value for money
Guest review by
Johna Husayan
Group
Avg. price/night: US$153.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,739 reviews
The hostel is very safe; I stayed in a female-only room. Each room is equipped with lockers that come with keys, and the doors require a passcode for access. They also provide towels, and there is a shared bathroom for both toilets and showers in the same corridor. I was able to leave my bag in the locker for free the day after my stay. Additionally, they offer complimentary drinks and coffee throughout the day, along with a free breakfast each morning.
Guest review by
Aya
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$183.13
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,926 reviews
As always, youth hostel is a great place to meet great people from around the world and that was my favourite. Regarding the accommodation, i was in a four bed room with 2 bunk beds. As requested, I got a lower bed due to my backache issues. I stayed there two nights, so I don't have much to say. It just went well without any issues, so I'd say, all was great.
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Vishal
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$183.13
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,926 reviews
Spacious family room with comfortable beds. Delicous coffee from coffee machine for free during breakfeast time. For a youth hostel quite a decent breakfast buffet. Great location near the lake and close to public transportation. Well working WLAN.
Guest review by
Carsten
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 6,044 reviews
The accommodation is in a great location, within walking distance of the train station and in the heart of the city centre, close to all amenities. The area is safe and quiet. The capsule is comfortable and spacious, equipped with a mirror, power sockets, coat hangers and a small shelf for storing things you need to keep with you. There is a lot of silence in the women's dormitory and you have coffee and snacks machines.
Guest review by
Silvia
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,679 reviews
Excellent location. Staff were friendly and the accommodation was very clean, safe and comfortable. You can leave your luggage in the storeroom after you check out, but be sure to take note that luggage is not accepted prior to check-in. There are storage spaces at Central Station to utilise in case you missed the notes. Nevertheless, I highly recommend to any savvy and budget conscious traveller this place - Switzerland is very expensive in general, but this 'Friendly Hostel' is the perfect fit for one or even a few nights stay.
Guest review by
Elson
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$153.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,739 reviews
Best hostel I ever stayed ! Clean kitchen, cosy room, very helpful staff, lovely female bartender, huge lockers to store before checking / after check out… even including lockers. Can highly recommend it, enjoy and spend money on fun and food or just safe :-)
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judith
Solo traveller