A mountainous landscape with a valley, a lake, and a small settlement.

Hostels in Kriens

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Next weekend
7 Aug - 9 Aug
In two weeks
14 Aug - 16 Aug
In one month
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In two months
25 Sept - 27 Sept

Our top choices for Kriens hostels

Living area

1. Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel
1.0 star property
Kriens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"Shower room is tiny and hot, but everything was clean and well taken care of. Always nice to have access to a kitchen and fridge, the staff was very nice."
Canada
Jordane
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Bellpark Hostel
Living area

2. 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 NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Young Backpackers Homestay
Front of property

3. Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern
2.0 star property
Lucerne
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (211 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 NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Youth Hostel Luzern
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

4. Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Lucerne
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (467 reviews)
"Nice staff and good location"
Canada
thanh
The price is NZ$350
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Barabas - Hostel
Restaurant

5. Youth Hostel Engelberg

Youth Hostel Engelberg
2.0 star property
Engelberg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Very lovely place. Would stay there again. Walkable to everywhere you need to go, nice rooms and food options."
United States
Tyler
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Youth Hostel Engelberg
Buffet

6. 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 NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
Exterior

7. 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 NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Youth Hostel Zug
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne

Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne

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Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne

Find out more about Kriens

Kriens Hostels information

Number of reviews
851
Accommodation
10 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$233
Highest Price
NZ$389

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kriens?
By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your money for sightseeing during your stay. If you're hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the mountain views while you're here.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they all have three main things in common, including budget prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Kriens?
Based on our customers' reviews, these Kriens hostels have positive ratings: Bellpark Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an arcade/games room, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Young Backpackers Homestay - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a sauna. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kriens?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Kriens is 1542 mm.
What is there to see and do in Kriens?
Generally, Kriens is known for its mountain views, countryside and American football. Get out into nature with places such as The Swiss Path, Lake Side Promenade and Mount Pilatus. Cultural attractions include KKL Lucerne, Swiss Transportation Museum and Schloss Meggenhorn. Locals like to shop at Hertensteinstrasse and Metalli Shopping Centre.
What's the best way to get to and around Kriens while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kriens in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), located 31.7 mi (51.1 km) away from the city centre.

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