Hotel & Backpackers Zak

2.0 star property
Riverfront hostel with a restaurant and a bar

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Restaurant
Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Zentralstrasse 41, Neuhausen am Rheinfall, SH, 8212
  • Place, Rhine Falls
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Herrenacker
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, IWC Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

One Bed in a Coed Dorm Room with Shared Bathroom 4 beds

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

One Bed in a Coed Dorm Room with Shared Bathroom 2 beds

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room (Single use only)

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Neuhausen am Rheinfall

Hotel & Backpackers Zak places you within a leisurely stroll of Rhine and Schloessli Woerth. This 14-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Rhine Falls - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Schloss Laufen - 11 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Schloessli Woerth - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Herrenacker - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • IWC Museum - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Neuhausen Station - 6 min walk
  • Neuhausen Bad S-Bahn - 8 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lang's Cafe, Restaurant Metropol - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Snack Bistro - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chübeli Moser Brauhaus - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Schlössli Wörth - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Castello - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Riverfront hostel with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at Hotel & Backpackers Zak enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and an ATM. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Other standard amenities include furnished balconies, private yards, and hair dryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: CHF 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 7 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CHF 15 per person
  • Pet fee: CHF 7 per pet, per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Backpackers Zak
Backpackers Zak Neuhausen am Rheinfall
Hotel & Backpackers Zak
Hotel & Backpackers Zak Neuhausen am Rheinfall
Hotel Zak
Hotel Backpackers Zak Neuhausen am Rheinfall
Hotel Backpackers Zak
Hotel & Backpackers Zak Neuhausen am Rheinfall
Hotel & Backpackers Zak Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

Hotel & Backpackers Zak provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

As of Oct 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel & Backpackers Zak on Oct 22, 2025 start from $157.23, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see close to Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

This hostel is located in Neuhausen am Rheinfall, a short 12-minute walk from Schloessli Woerth and also 13 minutes on foot from Schloss Laufen. You'll also find Rhine Falls and Rhine less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Hotel & Backpackers Zak include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel & Backpackers Zak doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Hotel & Backpackers Zak good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this riverfront hostel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel & Backpackers Zak feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel & Backpackers Zak serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Hotel & Backpackers Zak allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel & Backpackers Zak for a fee of CHF 7 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

The closest major airport to Hotel & Backpackers Zak is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is about 16.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel & Backpackers Zak?

Yes, every room at Hotel & Backpackers Zak comes with a furnished balcony.