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24 Jul - 26 Jul
In two weeks
31 Jul - 2 Aug
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14 Aug - 16 Aug
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11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Zürich hostels

Restaurant

Youth Hostel Zurich

Youth Hostel Zurich
2.0 star property
Zürich Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (581 reviews)
"Was a great experience"
United States
Fatra
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Youth Hostel Zurich
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 €94
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
Budget Double Room-Shared Bathroom-Rooftop-Access

Sigma Self Check-In Hostel

Sigma Self Check-In Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
7.0 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"No shops "
United Kingdom
Ghulam
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Sigma Self Check-In Hostel
Terrace/patio

Stay2Night Hostel

Stay2Night Hostel
1.0 star property
Zürich Center
4.6 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Nice hotel to stay"
United States
MELWIN
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Stay2Night Hostel
Towels

Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
2.8 out of 10, (13 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
Front of property

Youth Hostel Richterswil

Youth Hostel Richterswil
2.0 star property
Richterswil
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)
"Good location"
Germany
Baerbel
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Youth Hostel Richterswil
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 €282
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona
Front of property

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen

Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
2.0 star property
Schaffhausen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 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 €115
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Youth Hostel Schaffhausen
Blackout curtains, free WiFi, individually furnished, bed sheets

Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style
Singen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (368 reviews)
"It was a great stay; prefect for our family."
United States
JESSICA
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hostel Art & Style
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Lucerne
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (464 reviews)
"Nice staff and good location"
Canada
thanh
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Barabas - Hostel
Living area

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 €133
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Bellpark Hostel
Buffet

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 €141
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
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 €151
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Living area

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 €200
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Young Backpackers Homestay
Studio

Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel
1.0 star property
Schaffhausen
6.4 out of 10, (82 reviews)
"Kind staff and a great, local vibe in the bar"
United States
Samantha
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Zak - Hostel
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 €121
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Youth Hostel Kreuzlingen
Front of property

Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern
2.0 star property
Lucerne
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (208 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 €134
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Youth Hostel Luzern
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 €114
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Youth Hostel Stein am Rhein
Front of property

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 €124
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Youth Hostel Baden
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 €149
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Youth Hostel Zug
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Top Zürich Hotel Reviews

Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich

Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is in a funky location, it seemed like from the rooms, it may have been a corporate building turned into a hotel. However, the parking garage attached was very convenient and safe, and it was a short drive or Uber to the downtown area or train station. The hotel staff were very accommodating, and the breakfast was worth the price. I felt safe there, there was someone on staff 24 hours and always ready to answer our questions. Now the room, was okay. We were a little bummed they didn't have a fridge or AC, but there were some fans available and the windows did open in the room, so we were okay with the alternative. They even brought us a portable fridge to used to cool our drinks. The layout of the room was a little strange a the way the shower is set up, we had a lot of excess water on the floor after taking showers, but overall for the price and stay it was worth it."
Brendan 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Placid Hotel Design & Lifestyle Zurich

Find out more about Zürich

Zürich Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,632
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
€90
Highest Price
€181

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 hairdryers 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. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Hostel Airport Oberglatt - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels and free Wi-Fi.
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, Chinese Garden and Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Zurich Toy Museum, Tonhalle Zurich and Kunsthaus Zurich. Visit landmarks such as Lindenhof, Zürich Opera House and Museum Rietberg.
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.