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About this property
Offering 24-hour reception, free public Wi-Fi and a spacious lounge area with flat-screen TV and billiards, Youth Hostel Zurich is 80 metres away from the Jugendherberge bus stop. The Youth Hostel serves a typical Swiss breakfast as well as packed lunches and dinners. Snacks are available around the clock. Bicycle storage, washing machine and a dryer are available at guests' disposal. The souvenir shop sells Victorinox pocketknives, among others. Zurich's Main Train Station is a 20-minute tram ride away. The Morgental tram stop is 500 metres away from the hostel. Guests can reach Zurich Lake within a 10-minute walk. The Rote Fabrik cultural centre, which hosts concerts and theatre plays, is a 15-minute walk away from the Youth Hostel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Shakir
United States
“The staff was super friendly and welcoming. I was upgraded with no cost. The breakfast was exceptional. Highly recommended.” - Ekta
India
“Big common spaces , hygiene , location and the cordial staff.” - Rene
Brazil
“Staff helpful and always ready to get the things done. From front desk to cleaners, everyone was wonderful.” - Pradeep
India
“The location was approachable with nice views....however if passes to roam across the city would have been given it would have been much better.” - Hayley
Australia
“Great spaces, great staff, great breakfast, definitely clean. It’s a nice big spacious building. Location was really easy for public transport and just a nice spot in general. Free bag storage is very handy and helpful. Was only there for one...” - Dominic
United Kingdom
“Very clean, loved the retro styling, amazing breakfast included in price. Really good - exceeded our expectations.” - Dechang
South Korea
“friendly staff and very neat room arrangement and very nice breakfast” - Craig
Canada
“For my first Hostel experience it really set the bar on what to expect from others. It was clean and peaceful. The staff were friendly and helpful. I really couldn't ask for more” - Hayley
United Kingdom
“Our overnight stop off here made me remember all that is great about youth hosteling. The vibe was so warm and friendly. The staff at reception were super helpful and welcoming and the place was spotless including the shared bathroom facilities. ...” - Agha
Pakistan
“No other hostel can be better in this price in Zurich. Well-connected with public transport, reaching there is not a problem. Super helpful & agile staff round the clock. Neat property from one corner to another. Don't miss if you look for a...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineInternational
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.






The fine print
All rooms are fitted with bed linen. Please note that towels are only provided in the double room with shower and the quadruple room with shower. Please note that the parking space for disabled guests is available free of charge for holders of a blue parking permit for disabled persons.
When booking for more than 10 persons, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please inform Zurich Youth Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.