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Our top choices for Zürich hostels

Restaurant

1. Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (602 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Facilities available all time, kitchen, fridge, laundry, showers... Location is perfect!"
Australia
Marcelo
The price is SAR 500
SAR 551 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Youth Hostel Zurich
Reception

2. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
2.0 star property
Winterthur
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"Walkable from station and dining areas"
Canada
Lester
The price is SAR 336
SAR 382 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Terrace/patio

3. Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (82 reviews)
"Nice hotel to stay"
United States
MELWIN
The price is SAR 357
SAR 448 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Stay2Night Hostel
Towels

4. Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
2.8 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
The price is SAR 434
SAR 683 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Front of property

5. Youth Hostel Richterswil

Youth Hostel Richterswil
2.0 star property
Richterswil
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (47 reviews)
"Good location"
Germany
Baerbel
The price is SAR 377
SAR 391 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Youth Hostel Richterswil
Reception

6. Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
2.0 star property
Jona
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"Spacious and clean room. Beautiful location. Friendly staff "
United States
Liliya
The price is SAR 390
SAR 432 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Front of property

7. Youth Hostel Baden

Youth Hostel Baden
2.0 star property
Baden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Great place, clean and quiet. 5 mins walk to the city center, breakfast is really good"
United States
Maria
The price is SAR 457
SAR 493 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Youth Hostel Baden
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

8. Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Lucerne
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (482 reviews)
"The room was clean and tidy, and very close to the city center."
United States
Alice
The price is SAR 527
SAR 593 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Barabas - Hostel
Living area

9. Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel
1.0 star property
Kriens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (113 reviews)
"Good location! The staff were very friendly and helpful! I would book again!"
Canada
Ho-Chi
The price is SAR 485
SAR 503 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Bellpark Hostel
Bar (on property)

10. Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak
2.0 star property
Neuhausen am Rheinfall
6.6 out of 10, (48 reviews)
"Staff exceptional"
United Kingdom
Wendy Starkey
The price is SAR 476
SAR 495 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Blackout drapes, WiFi (free), individually furnished, bed sheets

11. Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style
Singen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"It was a great stay; prefect for our family."
United States
JESSICA
The price is SAR 362
SAR 398 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hostel Art & Style
Buffet

12. Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
2.0 star property
Schwyz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (56 reviews)
"I had a great stay as a solo traveler. I did a single room and had use of the shared kitchen, which was perfect for my needs. The room was basic but clean and quiet. I really liked the location where I could walk to town and get groceries, and catch the bus to Stoos Ridge, and the bus+train to other locations. It's also a good location for going on morning runs."
United States
Victoria
The price is SAR 553
SAR 594 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
Living area

13. Young Backpackers Homestay

Young Backpackers Homestay
1.0 star property
Kriens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Great hostel , clean , organized, good vibes , kind host, amazing views ."
United States
Gavin
The price is SAR 1,202
SAR 1,269 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Young Backpackers Homestay
Studio | Iron/ironing board (on request), rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

14. Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel
1.0 star property
Schaffhausen
6.4 out of 10, (83 reviews)
"Kind staff and a great, local vibe in the bar"
United States
Samantha
The price is SAR 416
SAR 455 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Hotel Zak - Hostel
Front of property

15. Youth Hostel Schaffhausen

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
2.0 star property
Schaffhausen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Had a really nice Stay - very sweet and helpfull staff, very Big and good breakfast buffet. Free wifi and good bed!"
Denmark
Camilla
The price is SAR 409
SAR 447 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
Front of property

16. Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern
2.0 star property
Lucerne
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (220 reviews)
"We had a single room which was small but its furniture provide many compartments. Many shared toilets and showers never need to wait in a line. The breakfast was excellent with many choices. The only downside was the noise from the traffic on the road in front of the building. Need a earplug for sleep."
Canada
zuyi
The price is SAR 455
SAR 495 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Youth Hostel Luzern
Exterior

17. Youth Hostel Zug

Youth Hostel Zug
2.0 star property
Zug
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (59 reviews)
"Great location within walking distance to the lake and restaurants. Very clean and staff were very friendly."
Ireland
James
The price is SAR 532
SAR 561 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Youth Hostel Zug
Outdoor dining

18. Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein

Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
2.0 star property
Stein am Rhein
7.2 out of 10, Good, (17 reviews)
"Alles Prima!!!"
Germany
Hans
The price is SAR 417
SAR 433 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
Exterior

19. Youth Hostel Brugg

Youth Hostel Brugg
1.0 star property
Brugg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"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!"
Germany
Anonymous traveler
The price is SAR 836
SAR 867 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Youth Hostel Brugg
View from property

20. Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen

Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
2.0 star property
Kreuzlingen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Really friendly staff and a good breakfast "
United Kingdom
Vinay
The price is SAR 405
SAR 434 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel Zurich Airport

Radisson Hotel Zurich Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was wonderful with the exception of the shuttle driver bringing us to the hotel who was very rude."
Cindy 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Radisson Hotel Zurich Airport

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 showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Stay2Night Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop and Backeranlage Tram Stop. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Winterthur (ZLI-Winterthur Train Station) and Winterthur Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. You'll find bed sheets and free WiFi in all rooms. Sigma Self Check-In Hostel - 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. Viktoria Budget Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Meierhofplatz Tram Stop and Schwert Tram Stop. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a TV in a common area at this property. You'll find towels, TVs, and hair dryers 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 12 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 Uetliberg. Cultural attractions include Zurich Toy Museum, Tonhalle Zurich, and Kunsthaus Zurich. Visit landmarks like Lindenhof, Zürich Opera House, and Rapperswil 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.