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    Our top choices for St. Gallen hostels

    1. Schaan-Vaduz Youth Hostel

    A spacious dining area with long tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and hanging pendant lights.

    2. Boot Camp Central - Hostel

    A modern office space with a desk, computer, chair, and window with sheer curtains.

    3. Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen

    A view from a balcony overlooking a body of water with trees and a distant cityscape.

    Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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    Learn more about St. Gallen

    The UNESCO-listed Abbey Library houses medieval manuscripts while the Old Town's colourful bay windows create a storybook atmosphere. Visit the textile museum to see St. Gallen's famous embroidery, then explore nearby Drei Weieren's outdoor pools in summer.

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    A historic cathedral with two prominent towers and a clock.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Should I stay in a hostel in St. Gallen?

    Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for sightseeing. If you're interested in cultural experiences, you can check out the historic sites while you're here.

    What is a hostel?

    No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social environment.

    What are the best hostels in St. Gallen?

    While you're choosing somewhere to stay, take a look at this top St. Gallen hostel: Youth Hostel St. Gallen - Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.

    When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in St. Gallen?

    Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 1°C. The rainiest months in St. Gallen are August, June, July and May, with each month seeing an average of 183 mm of rainfall.

    What is there to see and do in St. Gallen?

    Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore the area around St. Gallen. Get out into nature with places such as Three Ponds, Botanical Garden St. Gallen and Hoher Kasten. Cultural attractions include Abbey Library of Saint Gall, Theater St. Gallen and Textile Museum. Visit landmarks such as Abbey of St. Gall, St. Laurenzen Church and St. Gallen Small Theater.

    What's the best way to get to and around St. Gallen while staying at a hostel?

    Keep this information about transit options in St. Gallen in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Altenrhein (ACH-St. Gallen - Altenrhein), 9.3 mi (15 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Friedrichshafen (FDH-Friedrichshafen - Lake Constance), located 18.5 mi (29.7 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. To explore more of the area, catch a train at St. Gallen (QGL-St. Gallen Train Station), St. Gallen Station or St. Gallen St. Fiden Station.