The Oldtown Hostel Otter and its old-established Wüste Bar is a stylish place for the young-at-heart in Zürich's Old Town, about 300 metres from the Zürich-Stadelhofen train station and the lake.
The hostel offers beds in dormitory rooms, as well as individually furbished private rooms with access to a shared lounge with a kitchenette and luggage storage.
Surrounded by a wide choice of restaurants, bars, boutiques and international galleries, the Otter Hostel is also a very convenient place to stay.
Wireless internet hotspots are available in the entire Oldtown Hostel Otter free of charge.
The Kunsthaus art museum and the opera are a 5-minute walk away and the famous Café Odeon is just around the corner. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 9 km from Oldtown Hostel Otter.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
“The location is the paramount, just few steps of the main spots, markets, restaurants. The staff If amazing and they are always able to help. The hostel is simple, nothing special, nonetheless the care they have with guests make this place even...”
Chantsalsuren
Australia
“I feel so comfortable that they have a water kettle, hair dryer and locker. Reception is also very kind.”
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Ron
Australia
“Staff were great. Very well organised. Breakfast was a bonus - cereal options were fine and plenty of toast available. Good vibe about the place too. Bar below seemed popoular. Travellers were very respectful of each other so made for as good a...”
Ting-yan
Taiwan
“Nice they provide free coffee and breakfast, super close to the train station.”
Janet
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff and the little extras, towels, snacks at breakfast”
Poland
Poland
“It was clean and quiet. The location was perfect for reaching places to visit in Zurich.”
Farrah
United Kingdom
“So cute, bit of a walk away from the station but interior was amazing great tram connections”
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Chloe
United Kingdom
“Great hostel. Friendly staff. Able to store luggage before check in and after check out. Common room area to eat, prepare meals, store luggage, and socialise. Breakfast offered. Accessible socket by the bed as well as curtain for privacy. Large...”
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Miri
Germany
“Very convenient location in the heart of Zürich. Friendly staff.”
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David
United Kingdom
“Excellent location
Good storage lockers
Nice bar downstairs”
Property surroundings
House rules
Oldtown Hostel Otter takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children older than 14 years 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
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 50
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Males who book the female-only dormitory room will not be permitted to stay and a refund will not be issued.
Please note that cash payment is not possible at this property.
Please note that no visitors are allowed in the hostel
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Oldtown Hostel Otter 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.
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