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Our top choices for Zürich hostels

Restaurant

Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (551 reviews)
"Staff are all accommodating and friendly. Michelle was so helpful with all of our inquiries. I love the stay "
Canada
Alma
Youth Hostel Zurich
Reception

Anita Hostel

Anita Hostel
1.0 star property
Old Town Zürich
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Amazing Nice staff Perfect location "
United States
Colleen
The price is AED 680
AED 739 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Anita Hostel
Terrace/patio

Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (72 reviews)
"Im a traveller and Was my first time in a hostel. Linens were very cleaned and you cook in the hostel"
Canada
Patrice
Stay2Night Hostel
Front of property

Youth Hostel Richterswil

Youth Hostel Richterswil
2.0 star property
Richterswil
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (43 reviews)
"Good location"
Germany
Baerbel
Youth Hostel Richterswil
Reception

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
2.0 star property
Winterthur
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and"
United States
Tial
The price is AED 353
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Bar (on property)

Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak
2.0 star property
Neuhausen am Rheinfall
6.6 out of 10, (47 reviews)
"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. "
United States
Nadia
The price is AED 594
AED 617 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Towels

Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
3.2 out of 10, (9 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Exterior

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
Youth Hostel Zug
Reception

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
2.0 star property
Jona
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (32 reviews)
"Spacious and clean room. Beautiful location. Friendly staff "
United States
Liliya
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Front of property

Youth Hostel Baden

Youth Hostel Baden
2.0 star property
Baden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"One of the nicest places I stayed so far on my solo backpacking trip"
Canada
Tristan
Youth Hostel Baden
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

hotel marta

hotel marta

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were so helpful and welcoming can’t fault it! Lovely energy and lots of smiles! Breakfast was great too! Good location for exploring the old town and only 6 min walk from main train station. "
Joanne 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
hotel marta

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 money 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 identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Zürich?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: 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 towels, 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. Betahouse Zürich - 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.
How many hostels are there in Zürich?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Zürich, one of Expedia's 6 hostels might be a great option.
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's a little information that might be helpful: 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 interests you, you might appreciate these things around Zürich. Get out into nature with places like Lakeside Promenade, Botanical Garden, and MFO-Park. Cultural attractions include Swiss National Museum, Zurich Toy Museum, and Helmhaus. Visit landmarks like Lindenhof, Zürich Opera House, and Schiffbau.
What's the best way to get to and around Zürich while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in 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), 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from the city center. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Bahnhofquai-HB Station, Zürich Center S-Bahn, and Central Tram Stop. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station), Zürich Central Station, or Zürich Limmatquai Station.