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Next weekend
15 May - 17 May
In two weeks
22 May - 24 May
In one month
5 Jun - 7 Jun
In two months
3 Jul - 5 Jul

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 NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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 NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
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 NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Sigma Self Check-In Hostel
Reception

Anita Hostel

Anita Hostel
1.0 star property
Old Town Zürich
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Amazing Nice staff Perfect location "
United States
Colleen
The price is NZ$586
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Anita 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 NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay2Night Hostel
Towels

Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
3.2 out of 10, (9 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
The price is NZ$374
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Restaurant

Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (560 reviews)
"Good breakfast, clean, friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Goran
The price is NZ$292
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
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 NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Buffet

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
2.0 star property
Schwyz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (53 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$283
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
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, (436 reviews)
"Average property with clean enough room.ok for solo travellers."
United Kingdom
Jatinder
The price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Barabas - Hostel
Living area

Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel
1.0 star property
Kriens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (105 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 NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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 NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Young Backpackers Homestay
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 NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Youth Hostel Luzern
Individually furnished, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style
Singen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (354 reviews)
"It was a great stay; prefect for our family."
United States
JESSICA
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hostel Art & Style
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 NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Studio

Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel
1.0 star property
Schaffhausen
6.4 out of 10, (81 reviews)
"Kind staff and a great, local vibe in the bar"
United States
Samantha
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Hotel Zak - Hostel
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 NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Youth Hostel Zug
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 NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
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 NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
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 NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle

Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay at the Zurich airport Hyatt was perfect. Location to the train or airport is walking distance. Restaurants and shops are plentiful in the area near the hotel. I would stay at this hotel again in a heartbeat. "
David 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle

Find out more about Zürich

Zürich Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,796
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$160
Highest Price
NZ$586

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 towels, 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. Sigma Self Check-In Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Titlisstrasse S-Bahn. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi at this property. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. 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. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a rooftop terrace. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Youth Hostel Richterswil - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
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, Flussbad Oberer Letten and Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Helmhaus, Zurich Toy Museum and Tonhalle Zurich. Visit landmarks such as 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 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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