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Our top choices for Northern Switzerland hostels

A modern interior with a grid of hanging spherical lights and a large woven light fixture.

1. Schaan-Vaduz Youth Hostel

Schaan-Vaduz Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Schaan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (136 reviews)
"Great location and all-around super stay"
Canada
Whitney
The price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Schaan-Vaduz Youth Hostel
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, bar stools, and a dining table. There is a computer on a desk and a window with a view of the city.

2. 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 NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
A modern building with a flat roof, rectangular windows, and a paved pathway leading to the entrance.

3. Jugendherberge Romanshorn - Hostel

Jugendherberge Romanshorn - Hostel
2.0 star property
Romanshorn
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (22 reviews)
"Excellent free breakfast."
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is NZ$401
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Jugendherberge Romanshorn - Hostel
A long, narrow hallway with a curved ceiling, large windows on both sides, and a brown leather couch at the end.

4. Silo Design & Boutique Hostel

Silo Design & Boutique Hostel
2.0 star property
Basel City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Location was not great but gave a basel card and we rode trains and busses. It was a converted old grain mill. Won awards for the conversion. Nice breakfast and staff was great"
Canada
Noreen
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Silo Design & Boutique Hostel
A bar area with a chandelier, a mirror, and various bar items.

5. 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 NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
A modern interior with seating areas, a brick wall, and large windows.

6. Hyve Hotel Basel - Hostel

Hyve Hotel Basel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Gundeldingen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (167 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms, great location!"
United States
Travis
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hyve Hotel Basel - Hostel
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bed.

7. Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel
1.0 star property
Schaffhausen
6.4 out of 10, (84 reviews)
"Kind staff and a great, local vibe in the bar"
United States
Samantha
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hotel Zak - Hostel
A two-story building with a balcony, a sign reading "GIOVANIS," and a parked car in front.

8. ZIMMERzuVERMIETEN.ch Biberist

ZIMMERzuVERMIETEN.ch Biberist
1.0 star property
Biberist
The price is NZ$429
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
ZIMMERzuVERMIETEN.ch Biberist
A glass-top table with a cushioned sofa in the background.

9. Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (83 reviews)
"Nice hotel to stay"
United States
MELWIN
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Stay2Night Hostel
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a window with a view of palm trees.

10. Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
2.8 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of a town.

11. Youth Hostel St. Gallen

Youth Hostel St. Gallen
2.0 star property
St. Gallen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"Really good hostel, stayed with my family although a little pricey….perhaps because of the euros football match. A little out of town but great views and accessed via tram or bus. These were free which was great but again I guess because of the football. Accommodation was refurbished and modern and breakfast really good. "
United Kingdom
Matt
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Youth Hostel St. Gallen
A modern reception area with a wooden counter, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

12. 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 NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
A large building with a red roof, surrounded by trees and a lake.

13. Youth Hostel Richterswil

Youth Hostel Richterswil
2.0 star property
Richterswil
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (48 reviews)
"Good location"
Germany
Baerbel
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Youth Hostel Richterswil
A spacious indoor area with multiple wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering views of trees and buildings outside.

14. Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (610 reviews)
"Highly recommended for Solo travellers with free breakfast. Facility is walking distance to transfo"
Canada
May
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Youth Hostel Zurich
A view from a balcony overlooking a body of water with trees and a distant cityscape.

15. 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 NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
A patio with outdoor seating, a stone pathway, and a house in the background.

16. 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 NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
A historic building with multiple windows and a clock.

17. Youth Hostel Schaffhausen

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
2.0 star property
Schaffhausen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (30 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 NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, a red building with large windows, and a paved walkway.

18. 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 NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Youth Hostel Baden
A historic building with a prominent facade, arched windows, and a central entrance.

19. Youth Hostel Solothurn

Youth Hostel Solothurn
2.0 star property
Solothurn
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"Super"
Germany
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Youth Hostel Solothurn
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a patio umbrella, and a view of a modern building with large windows.

20. 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$267
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Youth Hostel Zug
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Top Northern Switzerland Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel, and very close to the airport"
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport

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Northern Switzerland Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,258
Accommodation
36 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$179
Highest Price
NZ$429