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Featured Hostels in Zürich

Our top choices for Zürich hostels

Youth Hostel Zurich
Property amenity

Youth Hostel Zurich

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (518)
"Stayed only one night but the private room was great with a relatively nice bed and pillow. Easy internet access and a Swiss breakfast. Likes the open seating area."
Youth Hostel Zurich
Youth Hostel Richterswil
On the beach

Youth Hostel Richterswil

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42)
"Good location"
Youth Hostel Richterswil
Youth Hostel Zug
Exterior

Youth Hostel Zug

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (57)
"Very nice stay. No issues or problems. "
Youth Hostel Zug
Youth Hostel Baden
Restaurant

Youth Hostel Baden

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (33)
"One of the nicest places I stayed so far on my solo backpacking trip"
Youth Hostel Baden
Anita Hostel
Reception

Anita Hostel

1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Amazing Nice staff Perfect location "
The price is AU$1,385
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Anita Hostel
Stay2Night Hostel
Private kitchen

Stay2Night Hostel

1.0 star property
4.6 out of 10, (63)
"The manager, Oscar, was very kind and compassionate and the interactions with other travelers was convivial and enjoyable. It's location in the slum was a drawback, but nothing dangerous happened."
Stay2Night Hostel
betahouse Zürich
Lobby sitting area

betahouse Zürich

1.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, (2)
"Was terrible , ruined my entire stay as we could not check in and the 24/7 help line didn’t help for 5.5 hours whilst I was sat outside, didn’t even get a chance to look around the city. Guests were taking drugs in the main lobby, when I eventually got to my room the bed wasn’t made and seemed dirty ."
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
betahouse Zürich
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Lobby lounge

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31)
"Directly at the lake Zürich"
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Quadruple Room

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87)
"Walkable from station and dining areas"
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Youth Hostel Brugg
BBQ/picnic area

Youth Hostel Brugg

1.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"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
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Restaurant

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 AU$266
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Hotel Limmathof

Hotel Limmathof

10/10 Excellent
"Near train station. Easy check in. Quiet and clean. Willing to assist with travel issues. Good breakfast. Great value for price"
Frank 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Limmathof

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 more for going out. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and live music venues.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Zürich?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start: Youth Hostel Zurich - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Morgental Tram Stop and Wollishofen Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Betahouse Zürich - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Titlisstrasse S-Bahn. Property features include free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Stay2Night Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop and Backeranlage Tram Stop. Property features include free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Zürich?
If you're searching for somewhere affordable to stay in Zürich, one of Expedia's 6 hostels might be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Zürich?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Zürich is 1158 mm.
What is there to see and do in Zürich?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these things around Zürich. Get out into nature with places such as Lakeside Promenade, Botanical Garden and Mythenquai Beach. Cultural attractions include Swiss National Museum, Kunsthaus Zurich and Tonhalle Zurich. Visit landmarks such as Lindenhof, Zürich Opera House and Museum Rietberg.
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 closest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) away from the city centre. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Bahnhofquai-HB Station, Zürich Center S-Bahn and Central Tram Stop. To explore more of the surrounding area, take a train from Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station), Zürich Central Station or Zürich Limmatquai Station.