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Youth Hostel Bern

2.0 star property
Nature meets convenience at this Bern retreat where guests read complimentary newspapers, interact with multilingual staff, and fuel up before museum visits

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Youth Hostel Bern sits in the city center, offering travelers a welcoming base with morning breakfast options and a coffee shop to start the day right. Visitors can challenge friends in the arcade room, connect via WiFi, or simply relax in the peaceful garden setting.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room, Shared Bathroom (Sextuple)

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Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 6 bed dorm (mixed))

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Single Room, Private Bathroom

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Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 6 bed room (female))

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Quadruple Room with Shared BathRoom

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Bed In 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

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Bed In Room With Shared Bathroom

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Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6

Double Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room with Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Bed In Female Dormitory

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Bed in Male Dormitory

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Quadruple Room with Private BathRoom

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Single Room Private BathRoom

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Bed In 6 Beds Female Dormitory

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About the area

Located in Sandrain, a neighbourhood in Bern, Youth Hostel Bern is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bern Rose Garden, while Bern Historical Museum and Bern Natural History Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Wankdorf Stadium. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Weihergasse 4, Bern, 3005

What's nearby

  • Federal Palace - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bern Historical Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bern Art Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Berner Munster - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bern Rose Garden - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Bern (ZDJ-Bern Railway Station) - 8 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adriano's Bar & Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casino Bern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant VUE - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Fellows - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Entrecôte Fédérale - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Bern

Hostel near Federal Palace
Located close to Bern Historical Museum and Bern Natural History Museum, Youth Hostel Bern provides free breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a lift and smoke-free property
  • Multilingual staff, luggage storage and free newspapers
  • A vending machine, meeting rooms and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 50 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (CHF 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CHF 19.50; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 1.50 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: CHF 10 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Hosted evening meal: CHF 19.50

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property's rates include a daily Youth Hostel Membership fee.
Children younger than age 7 may not stay in dormitories. Children age 2 and younger are included in private rooms when using existing bedding.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Youth Bern
Jugendherberge Bern Hotel
Youth Hostel Bern Bern
Youth Hostel Bern Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Youth Hostel Bern Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Bern

Frequently asked questions

Is Youth Hostel Bern pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Youth Hostel Bern?

Self-parking is available for CHF 10 per night.

What time is check-in at Youth Hostel Bern?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Youth Hostel Bern?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Youth Hostel Bern located?

Located in Sandrain, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Federal Palace, Bern Historical Museum and Berner Munster. Bern Natural History Museum and Bern Art Museum are also within 15 minutes. Bern (ZDJ-Bern Railway Station) is 8 minutes by foot and Bern Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Youth Hostel Bern Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 318 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 318 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 318 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 318 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 318 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dahai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel boasts an excellent location right by the Aare River and adjacent to Bern’s Old Town, making it incredibly convenient for sightseeing or riverside strolls. As a youth hostel, the rooms are simply furnished but clean and functional. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful, and they offered the option to reserve a parking space in advance. Since we were on a self-driving trip, parking had been a major concern, so having a reserved spot made our stay much more relaxed and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very walkable location. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this place. Great vibe- friendly- incredible location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you want as a solo traveler, great location friendly staff and nice facilities. Best restaurant in Bern (Marzilibrücke) is only steps away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wande

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay at the Jugenherberg in Bern. It was clean, quiet, and conveniently located. The staff were professional and very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aftab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Young Boys v Villa

Stayed here on my recent football trip. Great location, nice friendly staff, very very clean. Lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect! You can walk everywhere. Quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were friendly. Plenty of space to socialise. Decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorotka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic place

Wonderful place right by the river. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfy beds. Close to town. Very clean. Nice breakfast. Great space I was welcomed by facility member outside late at night which was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was delicious! Room clean. Convenient location. Safe and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kecheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean, perfect for me
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANIA VALERA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is family-friendly and it felt safe as a solo female traveller. There is a continental breakfast that is free. The staff was responsive to questions and multilingual if you are traveling internationally. The only downside is that parking is sparse since it is in the city's center. Other than that, it's a fantastic base since one can walk to restaurants/bars, shops, historical sites, and supermarkets.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman who worked at the front desk at this hotel was awful. She was so cold and standoffish and completely unhelpful, so we had a negative opinion of the place from the start. Positives: The hotel is in a nice area by the river, and the park across the street is extremely fun and lively with a nice cafe. We really enjoyed hanging out and eating there while we did some people watching. Negatives: Apart from the staff, the biggest issue with the hotel was the room we were given. It was very hot, no A/C, and our room didn't have a window. Unable to sleep without any air circulation, we had to pay another $75 to upgrade our room. The new room we were given had a window, but the toilet ran very loudly all night long. It sounded like someone was constantly taking a shower. The whole experience just felt like a bad joke, and we were so glad to move on after our 1-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good breakfast, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaojing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jahleel

Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful city.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

morel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bra
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Éloïse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anmol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and great location. Breakfast also very nice.

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, prime location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location! For a first time in Bern, this is the spot to be. Felt very safe and secure as well as comfortable with their top notch facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent.. highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Was pleasantly surprise, but like today at the youth hostel, considering that I’m 65! Comfortable, clean, friendly, efficient, and good value
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ssaurabh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and amazing location. Staff is great and understanding. For future travelers please remember the following, 1) Carry your own Soap else you have to buy it from the hotel. 2) Please remember to drop towels amd bed linen at checkout.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023