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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, (541 reviews)
"good breakfast"
Canada
Jan
The price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Youth Hostel Interlaken
Sun deck

2. Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel

Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Interlaken
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 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 AU$380
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel
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3. Lake Lodge Hostel

Lake Lodge Hostel
2.0 star property
Iseltwald
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (212 reviews)
"Amazing location. The staff were really friendly and the rooms were great. Super value and would highly recommend a stay"
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Lake Lodge Hostel
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4. 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 AU$203
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Youth Hostel Leissigen
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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 AU$492
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Adventure Hostel Interlaken
Lobby

6. Eiger Lodge Easy

Eiger Lodge Easy
2.0 star property
Grindelwald
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (266 reviews)
"Great location, nice bed,AMAZING STAFF,. .perfect"
United States
Jimmy
The price is AU$492
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Eiger Lodge Easy
Balcony

7. Youth Hostel Grindelwald

Youth Hostel Grindelwald
2.0 star property
Grindelwald
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"It’s a nice place to live with a mountain view. Bus transportation nearby and accessible with time. Love the place"
Canada
nancy
The price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 AU$423
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Youth Hostel Brienz
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Top Interlaken Hotel Reviews

Hapimag Resort Interlaken

Hapimag Resort Interlaken

10/10 Excellent
"Nice staff, nice pool , good location , a bit pricey but worth it."
Jia Ying 4-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hapimag Resort Interlaken

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Interlaken Hostels information

Number of reviews
849
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$203
Highest Price
AU$492

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Interlaken?
By staying at a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and save more of your trip funds for exploring during your holiday. 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 quite a few different forms, but they have a few things in common, including budget prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Interlaken?
Based on our customers' reviews, these hostels in Interlaken have the best ratings: Youth Hostel Interlaken - 2-minute walk from Interlaken Ost Station for easy access to public transport. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and tour/ticket 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?
The weather is important 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 temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. Average annual precipitation for Interlaken is 1535 mm.
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 such as 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 centre. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. To check out more of the area, take a train from Interlaken West Station, Interlaken West Ferry Terminal or Interlaken Harderbahn Station.

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