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Our top choices for Zürich hostels

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Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (547)
"Helpful staff "
United States
Suanne
Youth Hostel Zurich
Reception
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
2.0 star property
Winterthur
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90)
"Very clean rooms and"
United States
Tial
The price is AED 348
AED 396 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Reception
Anita Hostel

Anita Hostel

Anita Hostel
1.0 star property
Old Town Zürich
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Amazing Nice staff Perfect location "
United States
Colleen
The price is AED 729
AED 789 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
Anita Hostel
Terrace/patio
Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (71)
"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
Towels
Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
3.2 out of 10, (9)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Daily buffet breakfast (CHF 13 per person)
Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Lucerne
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (425)
"Wonderful Staff/ Great Place to Stay"
United States
Steven
The price is AED 427
AED 465 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Barabas - Hostel
Living area
Young Backpackers Homestay

Young Backpackers Homestay

Young Backpackers Homestay
1.0 star property
Kriens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"The owner is amazing, they do a great job of making sure everyone feels welcome."
Canada
Shonn
The price is AED 667
AED 715 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
Young Backpackers Homestay
Buffet
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
2.0 star property
Schwyz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (51)
"Great spot to stay. Staff is very helpful"
Canada
Alex
The price is AED 543
AED 584 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
Living area
Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel
1.0 star property
Kriens
7.2 out of 10, Good, (103)
"Nice view by the lake, they have a small restaurant onsite, but you have to dinning there to sit there "
United States
Biao
The price is AED 357
AED 393 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Bellpark Hostel
Front of property
Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern
2.0 star property
Lucerne
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (199)
"Good place to stay "
Canada
Gersome
Youth Hostel Luzern
Individually furnished, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style
Singen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (341)
"Nice stay and an affordable hostel"
United Kingdom
Hareesh
The price is AED 313
AED 344 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 January 2026
Hostel Art & Style
Bar (on property)
Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak
2.0 star property
Neuhausen am Rheinfall
6.6 out of 10, (47)
"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 580
AED 602 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Studio | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel
1.0 star property
Schaffhausen
6.4 out of 10, (80)
"Kind staff and a great, local vibe in the bar"
United States
Samantha
The price is AED 489
AED 531 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hotel Zak - Hostel
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Hotel Allegra Lodge

Hotel Allegra Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, walking distance from a commercial area with bars, restaurant and the arena."
Jean-Francois 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Allegra Lodge

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 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. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Winterthur Station. Property features include free WiFi, a bar, and a rooftop terrace. You'll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Youth Hostel Richterswil - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers, and free WiFi 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 11 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, Flussbad Oberer Letten, and Chinese Garden. Cultural attractions include Zurich Toy Museum, Tonhalle Zurich, and Kunsthaus Zurich. 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 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.

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