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Our top choices for Zürich hostels

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
The price is ₩191,647
₩198,922 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Youth Hostel Richterswil
Reception

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 ₩143,008
₩162,397 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Front of property

Sigma Self Check-In Hostel

Sigma Self Check-In Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"No shops "
United Kingdom
Ghulam
The price is ₩156,172
₩175,131 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Sigma Self Check-In Hostel
Terrace/patio

Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (77 reviews)
"Nice hotel to stay"
United States
MELWIN
The price is ₩146,023
₩183,203 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
Stay2Night Hostel
Towels

Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
3.0 out of 10, (10 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
The price is ₩193,967
₩296,321 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Restaurant

Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (561 reviews)
"Good breakfast, clean, friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Goran
The price is ₩244,399
₩266,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Youth Hostel Zurich
Reception

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 ₩205,596
₩224,573 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Buffet

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
2.0 star property
Schwyz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (54 reviews)
"Friendly everybody, clean rooms. I would definitely stay there again if I ever go back to the area. "
United States
Yves
The price is ₩226,404
₩243,187 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Lucerne
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (438 reviews)
"Average property with clean enough room.ok for solo travellers."
United Kingdom
Jatinder
The price is ₩233,478
₩251,300 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Barabas - Hostel
Individually furnished, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style
Singen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (355 reviews)
"It was a great stay; prefect for our family."
United States
JESSICA
The price is ₩143,358
₩157,694 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Hostel Art & Style
Living area

Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel
1.0 star property
Kriens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (106 reviews)
"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 ₩198,326
₩205,862 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Bellpark Hostel
Living area

Young Backpackers Homestay

Young Backpackers Homestay
1.0 star property
Kriens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Had a great experience there, the views are incredible , everyone was so nice & "
United Kingdom
Adarsh
The price is ₩268,882
₩288,028 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
Young Backpackers Homestay
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
The price is ₩219,959
₩232,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Youth Hostel Zug
Bar (on property)

Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak
2.0 star property
Neuhausen am Rheinfall
6.6 out of 10, (47 reviews)
"Staff exceptional"
United Kingdom
Wendy Starkey
The price is ₩250,071
₩259,579 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
View from property

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 ₩177,718
₩190,276 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
Front of property

Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern
2.0 star property
Lucerne
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (200 reviews)
"Good place to stay "
Canada
Gersome
The price is ₩202,111
₩218,722 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Youth Hostel Luzern
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
The price is ₩199,011
₩214,030 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Youth Hostel Baden
Outdoor dining

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 ₩170,749
₩177,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
Front of property

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
2.0 star property
Schaffhausen
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (26 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 ₩334,529
₩356,544 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
Exterior

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 ₩356,124
₩369,657 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Youth Hostel Brugg
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great airport hotel."
James 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport

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Zürich Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,726
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩157,694
Highest Price
₩369,657

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. Sigma Self Check-In Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Titlisstrasse S-Bahn. You can take advantage of free WiFi at this property. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. 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. 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 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, Flussbad Oberer Letten, and Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Helmhaus, Zurich Toy Museum, and Tonhalle 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.