Youth Hostel Zurich

2.0 star property
Hostel in Zürich with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Property amenity
Billiards
Lobby lounge
Terrace/patio
Property entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Mutschellenstrasse 114, Zürich, 8038
  • FIFA World Football Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bahnhofstrasse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Zürich Opera House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Sextuple room)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Zürich

Located in Zürich Center, Youth Hostel Zurich is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Mythenquai Beach and Rote Fabrik. This 76-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • FIFA World Football Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bahnhofstrasse - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Zürich Opera House - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • ETH Zurich - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Letzigrund Stadium - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kilchberg ZH Station - 5 min drive
  • Morgental Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fork & Bottle - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Peking Garden - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wöschi - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Richi's Kiosk Allmend - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Café Milchbar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Zurich

Hostel in Zürich with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Youth Hostel Zurich features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. Self parking is available for CHF 10 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Desks are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CHF 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CHF 19.50; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Youth Zurich
Jugendherberge Zurich Hotel
Youth Hostel Zurich Zürich
Youth Hostel Zurich Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Youth Hostel Zurich Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Zürich

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Youth Hostel Zurich?

Youth Hostel Zurich provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Youth Hostel Zurich?

This hostel is situated in Zürich Center within a short 13-minute walk of Mythenquai Beach and also 15 minutes on foot from Sihlcity. You'll also find Bahnhofstrasse and Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Youth Hostel Zurich?

Yes, parking is offered for CHF 10 per day. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Youth Hostel Zurich have a casino?

No, Youth Hostel Zurich doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Youth Hostel Zurich?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Youth Hostel Zurich a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and free breakfast at this hostel.

Does Youth Hostel Zurich have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Youth Hostel Zurich feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Youth Hostel Zurich serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Youth Hostel Zurich allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Youth Hostel Zurich for a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day.

Does Youth Hostel Zurich have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from Youth Hostel Zurich?

The closest major airport to Youth Hostel Zurich is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 9.1 mi away (36 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Youth Hostel Zurich?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Youth Hostel Zurich.

Youth Hostel Zurich Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 511 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 190 out of 511 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 511 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 511 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 511 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brayden

Liked: Amenities
Clean and simple hostel within close proximity to train station. Free breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fahad

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent members and colleagues
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier T

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

10/10 Excellent

bahram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Niranjan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

There is compromise on rate over comfort.

I may not be the best person for this review as this is my 2nd Hostel stay in 9 years. Seeing the weather is cold,heating was insufficient, the floor were bare no carpeting or insulation on top of that(thiss might be due to rarity hostel booking ) there were no slipper. Shower was surprisingly good,again I am not sure if there multiple people living at this room they might having charging issues in terms of comforts rather than actual functionality. Breakfast was surprisingly excellent for Hostel but then when it comes to amenities the hot water takes forever to boil,toasteris at the end of buffet after you have already picked up toast and jammed as there were no extra utensils to keep jam separate to use after toasting.If I have ordered a single room for single occupant I would rather have double bed rather than single bed else it becomes sleeps for two with comfort and convenience compromised. Staff were lovely,helpful and understanding but my understanding is management are being stingy because my understanding of Swiss is are they are very punctual and hate time wasting ,but due to equipment being very slow to use while being shared across multiple hostelier I would invest on the basic and faster amenities that enhances every customer indirect interaction with the hoshel. My visit didn't need that extra spending for hotel,but all things considered would definitely pay upto extra 30-50 CHF if good night sleep if your top priority else good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ibrar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, friendly staff good price location is slightly out but can get regular trams every 10 mins to city centre within 20 mins reach. Very quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alma, Winnipeg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is very good. Staff are great. A bit walk for the bus, but its good.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean... affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hostel I have ever stayed in. Very clean. Breakfast was really good. One for the staff was extremely helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff! The the bathroom were very clean. Overall, a nice experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rianne, CORONA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only there for one night but staff was so kind and friendly,I’m a 18 y/o girl and when they realised I was booked in a mixed room with only one guy they changed it FOR me, I didn’t even have to ask! 15 min tram ride from the main part of Zurich, great value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good breakfast, cleanliness, comfort and facilities. Only one other person in the room as well which made it even better. Against that, I dislike having to pay 3 CHF for a towel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What you'd expect from a hostel of this size. Breakfast was plentiful and the dinner option was an added bonus. Rooms were small, but having a separate area for lockers and a sink was helpful. The WiFi was patchy in some areas. It is a bit out of town, but there are different bus and tram options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. The staff at the front desk was very helpful in giving directions
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

ABHISHEK

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deepa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean safe place, breakfast sets you up for the day , faultless
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh, East York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place and really helpful staff . Made my stay very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024