Avg. for September
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Avg. for September
Nightly prices at Zurich Youth Hostel average US$140 in the cheapest month (January) and US$201 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$140 |
| February | US$142 |
| March | US$146 |
| April | US$153 |
| May | US$172 |
| June | US$195 |
| July | US$176 |
| August | US$201 |
| September | US$154 |
| October | US$148 |
| November | US$149 |
| December | US$147 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$201)
Cheapest: January (~US$140)
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hostel include gift shops/newsstands, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Youth Hostel Zurich, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 76 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include desks, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Location
Located in Zürich (Zürich Center), Youth Hostel Zurich is within a 10-minute drive of Bahnhofstrasse and Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria. This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Rote Fabrik and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Belvoir Park.
What's nearby
Mythenquai Beach(0.6 Miles)
Rote Fabrik(0.7 Miles)
Belvoir Park(0.7 Miles)
Sihlcity(0.8 Miles)
Museum Rietberg(0.9 Miles)
Enge Church(1.1 Miles)
FIFA World Football Museum(1.2 Miles)
Thomas Mann Wohnhaus(1.5 Miles)
Kongresshaus Zürich(1.5 Miles)
Tonhalle Zurich(1.6 Miles)
Buerkliplatz(1.7 Miles)
Bahnhofstrasse(1.7 Miles)
Museum Baerengasse(1.7 Miles)
Old Botanical Garden(1.8 Miles)
Paradeplatz(1.8 Miles)
The preferred airport for Youth Hostel Zurich is Zurich Airport (ZRH)(9.1 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Mythenquai Beach (0.6 Miles)
Rote Fabrik (0.7 Miles)
Belvoir Park (0.7 Miles)
Sihlcity (0.8 Miles)
Museum Rietberg (0.9 Miles)
Enge Church (1.1 Miles)
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Sleeps 6
226 ft²
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Sleeps 4
205 ft²
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Sleeps 2
205 ft²
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Sleeps 4
205 ft²
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161 ft²
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Sleeps 2
161 ft²
5
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226 ft²
4
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161 ft²
Based on 1,779 verified reviews
Business
6%
Couple
7%
Family
11%
Group
29%
Solo
44%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Zurich Youth Hostel, guests consistently praise friendly, helpful staff, a generous included breakfast, and generally clean facilities, while noting basic, no-frills rooms and a quiet residential location with straightforward tram access but some uphill walking.
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What guests think
At Zurich Youth Hostel, guests consistently praise friendly, helpful staff, a generous included breakfast, and generally clean facilities, while noting basic, no-frills rooms and a quiet residential location with straightforward tram access but some uphill walking.
Common downsides include dorm bunks without privacy curtains, patchy in-room Wi-Fi, and needing to make your own bed and pay extra for towels. Noise from school groups or other guests occurs occasionally, and bathrooms can feel limited at busy times. Overall, expect a clean, budget-friendly hostel experience with lively common areas and reliable transport links.
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Facilities
Spacious common areas with an on-site bar and reasonably priced dinner are highlighted. Lockers are provided and parking is available for a fee; late arrivals are accommodated by a 24/7 reception.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with many noting tidy rooms and shared bathrooms. A few guests mentioned less-clean areas or occasional odors.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and functional; private rooms are comfortable, while some dorm bunks lack privacy curtains and can feel cramped. Expect occasional noise from other guests, patchy or no in-room Wi-Fi, and in warm weather some rooms feel hot or stuffy.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, accommodating, and informative, with helpful guidance and 24/7 reception. A few guests noted busy check-ins or minor miscommunications.
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10 Oct 2024
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3 Nov 2025
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Location
Set in a quiet residential area slightly outside the center, with tram and bus links (including line 7) that make access easy. Expect an uphill walk from nearby stops; supermarkets and the lake are within walking distance.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised as generous and tasty, and many value the included buffet. There is an on-site bar and reasonably priced dinner, though a few guests found variety limited or noted small restrictions or paid coffee.
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Self parking is available on-site for a fee of CHF 10 per day. Limited parking spaces are provided, and reservations are not required.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific facilities may vary.
Located in Zürich Center, the hostel is within a 10-minute drive of Bahnhofstrasse and Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria. It is approximately 1 km from Mythenquai Beach and 14.7 km from Zurich Airport.
Children younger than age 7 may not stay in dormitories. Up to 3 children aged 2 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve cribs or infant beds. Extra beds may incur additional charges, and availability is subject to confirmation.
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Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
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Self laundry
24-Hour Front Desk
Lockers Available
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