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Featured Hostels in Zürich

Youth Hostel Zurich
Property amenity

Youth Hostel Zurich

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (518)
"Stayed only one night but the private room was great with a relatively nice bed and pillow. Easy internet access and a Swiss breakfast. Likes the open seating area."
Youth Hostel Zurich
betahouse Zürich
Lobby sitting area

betahouse Zürich

1.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, (1)
"Was terrible , ruined my entire stay as we could not check in and the 24/7 help line didn’t help for 5.5 hours whilst I was sat outside, didn’t even get a chance to look around the city. Guests were taking drugs in the main lobby, when I eventually got to my room the bed wasn’t made and seemed dirty ."
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
betahouse Zürich
Stay2Night Hostel
Private kitchen

Stay2Night Hostel

1.0 star property
4.6 out of 10, (62)
"The manager, Oscar, was very kind and compassionate and the interactions with other travelers was convivial and enjoyable. It's location in the slum was a drawback, but nothing dangerous happened."
Stay2Night Hostel
PopUp Hostel TrainStation Zürich HB
Economy Shared Dormitory, City View

PopUp Hostel TrainStation Zürich HB

1.0 star property
PopUp Hostel TrainStation Zürich HB
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Quadruple Room

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (87)
"Walkable from station and dining areas"
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Lobby lounge

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (30)
"Directly at the lake Zürich"
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Youth Hostel Richterswil
On the beach

Youth Hostel Richterswil

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (41)
"Good location"
Youth Hostel Richterswil
Anita Hostel
Reception

Anita Hostel

1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Amazing Nice staff Perfect location "
The price is NZ$1,507
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Anita Hostel
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Exterior

Hostel Airport Oberglatt

2.0 star property
3.4 out of 10, (8)
"Overall a good stay"
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Hostel Seeburg Stäfa
Exterior

Hostel Seeburg Stäfa

2.0 star property
Hostel Seeburg Stäfa
Hard Hostel Zürich
Basic Triple Room, Shared Bathroom (7)

Hard Hostel Zürich

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Excelente ubicacion, nos fuimos a pie desde la estacion de los buses, es un edificio pequeño, muy bien distribuido, baños en común muy limpios, en constante limpieza, nos atendio el Sr Marcelo, muy buena atencion, habla creo que 6 idiomas y es super super atento, esta pendiente de todo, fue de gran ayuda. La frente del edif esta una estacion del tranvia, hay panaderias, pizzerias, supermercados. "
Hard Hostel Zürich
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich

Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich

10/10 Excellent
"Great location on tram route, lovely staff, great room with kitchen areas fully equipped. Nice bed and very quiet, restaurant was nice and food was very good. "
Leslie 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Radisson Hotel & Suites Zurich

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: Betahouse Zürich - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Titlisstrasse S-Bahn. Property features include free Wi-Fi. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Youth Hostel Zurich - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Morgental Tram Stop and Wollishofen Station. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 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. Property features include free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of 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 11 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, Mythenquai Beach and Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Tonhalle Zurich, Kunsthaus Zurich and Zürich Opera House. Visit landmarks such as Lindenhof, Museum Rietberg 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.