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Set in Luzern, 2.8 km from Lucerne Station, Young Backpackers Homestay offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. 3.7 km from Lion Monument and 4 km from KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne, the property provides ski storage space, as well as a bar. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. The view from the living room is stunning 🤩 I enjoyed my stay at this hostel! Would definitely recommend it!

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9.6
Exceptional
482 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

Located in Engelberg, Berglodge Ristis features a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a ski pass sales point, as well as ski-to-door access and barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.9 km from Titlis Rotair Cable Car.

The hostel offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Great location, very nice dinner, and everything very clean. We will for sure repeat.

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9.4
Superb
162 reviews
Price from
US$167
per night

Backpackers Luzern offers accommodation in a quiet area on the shores of Lake Lucerne.

KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne is 1.1 km from Backpackers Luzern, while Chapel Bridge is 1.3 km away. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 49 km from the property. 1.Cleaness and location 2. Two Tidy kitchen

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8.9
Fabulous
2,654 reviews
Price from
US$59
per night

Featuring a shared lounge, Hostel Engelberg "mein Trail Hostel" is set in Engelberg in the Obwalden region, 1.3 km from Titlis Rotair Cable Car and 36 km from Lucerne Station. The property is situated 36 km from KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne, 36 km from Chapel Bridge and 37 km from Lion Monument. Private parking is available on site. Very friendly family that runs the hotel/hostel. Because it was still low season we got a free upgrade to a better room which is always a nice surprise. The room was very comfortable and the location is fantastic. There is also a lovely little common area where you can watch TV and enjoy a free selection of teas.

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8.5
Very good
256 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

At the hostel, all rooms have a desk. With a shared bathroom fitted with a shower, rooms at Allegro Alpin Lodge also have free WiFi, while some rooms also offer a lake view. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe. Great affordable hotel for Switzerland.Great for the budget travelers.

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8.1
Very good
552 reviews
Price from
US$71
per night

Located in Engelberg, 500 metres from the Titlis Rotair Cable Car, Engelberg Youth Hostel features a buffet restaurant and a summer terrace. A ski school and the European Walking Tours Office are reachable within a 2-minute walk. Everything was simply awesome. The location and breakfast was really impressive but the staff were the best ever! Though the check-in time was in the afternoon, we were allowed early check-in at no extra cost. They were also always there to assist us throughout the stay. Thank you guys ❤️

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8.7
Fabulous
317 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

Just a 2-minute walk from the shore of Lake Zug and 1 km from Zug Train Station, Youth Hostel Zug offers WiFi access in public areas. It serves a buffet breakfast and evening meals, and can arrange packed lunches. Comfortable double-room. Great breakfeast.

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8.5
Very good
532 reviews

Located right on the shore of the scenic Eugenisee Lake, Pension St. Jakob is 800 metres from the centre of Engelberg and a 5-minute walk from the Engelberg Cable Car. All rooms have a balcony overlooking the mountains, and free WiFi is available. The location and amazing service

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8.2
Very good
368 reviews
Price from
US$84
per night

Set in Hospental and with Devils Bridge reachable within 4.1 km, Jugendherberge Hospental offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and organising tours for guests.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hospental, like hiking, skiing and cycling. The property is very comfortable and make you feel in home, they would give you local food and is delicious. the rooms are simple but it is all you need, bathrooms are clean too. the personal are very kind and attentive

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8.9
Fabulous
726 reviews
Price from
US$60
per night

Located in Wassen and with Devils Bridge reachable within 8.3 km, Gotthard Backpacker provides a garden, allergy-free rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is situated 15 km from Source of the Rhine River - Lake Thoma. Great price, great location, and owner was super nice! Above and beyond my expectation.

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8.7
Fabulous
202 reviews

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