Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Restaurant
Restaurant
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Interior entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Hessenhofweg 10, Rapperswil-Jona, 8645
  • Place, Rapperswil Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Swiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Alpamare Water Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

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

Double Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Single Bed in Quadruple Room(Mixed)

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Rapperswil-Jona

Located in Jona within a short walk of St. Galler Kantonalbank Arena, Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona is within a mile (2 km) of Knies Kinderzoo. This 22-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and an arcade/game room.

What's nearby

  • Knies Kinderzoo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rapperswil Castle - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Enea Tree Museum - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Swiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Alpamare Water Park - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rapperswil Station - 7 min drive
  • Jona S-Bahn - 18 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria-Döner-Kebab A. Akgül - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nino Pizzakurier - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Beppi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Flairs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪lennox - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona

Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and a restaurant
Guests of Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and an arcade/game room. Self parking is available for CHF 7 per day. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with tours or tickets, and offer sightseeing advice. Other amenities at this family-friendly hostel include a library, free newspapers, and a terrace.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (CHF 7 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 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
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5 PM - 10 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during the winter season.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 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 3.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 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 7 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 and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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: 5:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Youth Rapperswil-Jona
Youth Hostel Rapperswil Jona
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona Rapperswil-Jona
Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona?

Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona?

This hostel is situated in Jona within a short 16-minute walk of Knies Kinderzoo and also 19 minutes on foot from Circus Knie. You'll also find St. Galler Kantonalbank Arena and Kunst(Zeug)Haus less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona?

Yes, parking is offered for CHF 7 per day.

Does Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona include a casino?

No, Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and free breakfast plus some rooms include garden views.

Are there hot tubs at Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona?

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

Does Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona for a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day.

Does Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona?

The closest major airport to Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is 28.3 mi away (56 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Youth Hostel Rapperswil-Jona.