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21 Aug - 23 Aug
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11 Sept - 13 Sept
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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, (588 reviews)
"Was a great experience"
United States
Fatra
The price is £116
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Youth Hostel Zurich
Budget Double Room-Shared Bathroom-Rooftop-Access | Laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

2. Sigma Self Check-In Hostel

Sigma Self Check-In Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"No shops "
United Kingdom
Ghulam
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Sigma Self Check-In Hostel
Reception

3. 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 £79
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Terrace/patio

4. Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Nice hotel to stay"
United States
MELWIN
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stay2Night Hostel
Towels

5. Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
2.8 out of 10, (13 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Front of property

6. Youth Hostel Richterswil

Youth Hostel Richterswil
2.0 star property
Richterswil
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)
"Good location"
Germany
Baerbel
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Youth Hostel Richterswil
Reception

7. 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 £110
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Front of property

8. Youth Hostel Schaffhausen

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
2.0 star property
Schaffhausen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 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 £95
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually furnished, bed sheets

9. Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style
Singen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (372 reviews)
"It was a great stay; prefect for our family."
United States
JESSICA
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hostel Art & Style
Living area

10. Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel
1.0 star property
Kriens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"Good location! The staff were very friendly and helpful! I would book again!"
Canada
Ho-Chi
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Bellpark Hostel
Buffet

11. Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
2.0 star property
Schwyz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (55 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 £119
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
Bar (on property)

12. 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 £127
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

13. Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Lucerne
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (471 reviews)
"Nice staff and good location"
Canada
thanh
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Barabas - Hostel
Front of property

14. Young Backpackers Homestay

Young Backpackers Homestay
1.0 star property
Kriens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great hostel , clean , organized, good vibes , kind host, amazing views ."
United States
Gavin
The price is £169
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Young Backpackers Homestay
Studio | Iron/ironing board (on request), rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

15. Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel
1.0 star property
Schaffhausen
6.4 out of 10, (82 reviews)
"Kind staff and a great, local vibe in the bar"
United States
Samantha
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hotel Zak - Hostel
Front of property

16. 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 £104
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Youth Hostel Baden
Outdoor dining

17. 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 £84
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
Exterior

18. 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 £115
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Youth Hostel Zug
Front of property

19. Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern
2.0 star property
Lucerne
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (214 reviews)
"The room had moldy smell, common bathrooms were clean, staffs were well trained and courteous. Breakfast items were fresh and hardy. "
Canada
Indrani
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Youth Hostel Luzern
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 £101
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
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ibis Styles Zurich City Center

ibis Styles Zurich City Center

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Zürich Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,122
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
£79
Highest Price
£169

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 sightseeing. We've heard good things about the zoo and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like cycling trails.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but they have a few things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
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 could 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 showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Stay2Night Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop and Backeranlage Tram Stop. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities at this property. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Winterthur (ZLI-Winterthur Train Station) and Winterthur Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. You'll find bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Sigma Self Check-In Hostel - 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. Hostel Airport Oberglatt - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Zürich?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Zürich, one of Expedia's 12 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 want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: 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 what you're interested in, you might like to discover the area around Zürich. Get out into nature with places such as Lakeside Promenade, Chinese Garden and Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Zurich Toy Museum, Kunsthaus Zurich and Zürich Opera House. Visit landmarks such as Lindenhof, Rapperswil Castle and Schloss Laufen.
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 fly into the nearest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) away. Another option is Altenrhein (ACH-St. Gallen - Altenrhein), located 48 mi (77.3 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. You can take advantage of metro transport 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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