Search Hostels in Zürich

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for going out. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and live music venues.

No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: Betahouse Zürich - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Titlisstrasse S-Bahn. Property features include free WiFi. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Youth Hostel Zurich - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Morgental Tram Stop and Wollishofen Station. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Stay2Night Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Helvetiaplatz Tram Stop and Backeranlage Tram Stop. Property features include free WiFi and laundry facilities. Hard Hostel Zürich - 2-minute walk from Albisriederplatz Tram Stop for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi at this property. You’ll find towels, showers, and coffee/tea makers in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Zürich, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels might be a great option.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Zürich is 46 inches.

Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate these things around Zürich. Get out into nature with places like Lakeside Promenade, Botanical Garden, and Zurichhorn Park. Cultural attractions include Swiss National Museum, Kunsthaus Zurich, and Tonhalle Zurich. Visit landmarks like Lindenhof, Zürich Opera House, and Museum Rietberg.

Keep this information about transit options in Zürich in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from the city center. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Bahnhofquai-HB Station, Zürich Center S-Bahn, and Central Tram Stop. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Zurich (ZLP-Zurich HB Rail Station), Zürich Central Station, or Zürich Limmatquai Station.