3 Strehlgasse, City Centre, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland
#93 of 127 hotels in Zürich
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1245 hostel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.4
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.4
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 August 2025
Chang-ling
United Kingdomstairs, mixed-room, only 2 bathrooms shared with more than 10 people
good location, hair dryer, comfortable bed
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Asiah
GermanyNothing
Clean bathrooms and toilets . And is very close to Zurich HB. The personal are very kind as well
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 13 August 2025
Alejandro
United StatesThey should have at least two fans in every room. And like 10 francs for early check in??? What a robbery. I just wanted to drop off my bags
Great location!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 12 August 2025
Alasdair
United KingdomKitchen was pretty small, just enough room to boil a kettle.
Flew into Zurich late in evening and needed a place to sleep before catching train out in morning. Hostel is centrally located and affordable. It was comfortable and I slept well.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Joyce
United KingdomThe hostel in in the middle of busy area with restaurants so could be noisy. However after closedown all the noise dies.
I felt welcomed and information conveyed to me clearly about checking in and out also what was expectedduring my stay.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Katelyn
AustraliaThe price was a lot for the space I must say, also having to pay 10 Frank to store luggage wasn’t ideal the day of check in
The rooms were spacious
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 August 2025
Vasiliki
GreeceThe cost is too much for a bunk bed in an 8-bed mixed dormitory and the toilet facilities not quite enough
The location is amazing and the staff super friendly and helpful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Menish
United StatesThe sink wouldn’t stop making a weird repetitive noise the WHOLE time. Additionally the place is small but tall so not only are there a million stairs, they are steep and curved! 2 showers, all on higher floors, same with the “kitchen” where you can only reheat food not cook it.
I ended up getting the room to myself so that was much appreciated. I also was able to get an early check in for 10 francs.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Jamie
AustraliaThe storage lockers in the room aren't overall large. We only had medium sized luggage and they wouldn't have fit. Bathrooms were very steamy, you'd be sweating straight away after your shower, so just a small lack of ventilation Stairway up the building is very steep, wasn't an issue generally but with luggage was a little difficult - Given the location of the area, very much not something that can be changed or fixed, more just something to keep in mind depending on who you are traveling with. We did have an issue with the train systems coming in resulting in us having to pay fr10 late check-in (Per Person) but also had to put our sheets and pillow cases on in the dark (23h) as the bed-time is 22h. Potentially felt like the late check-in payment should've meant that was done for us as we did have to struggle on squeaky bunk beds avoiding waking other people.
Was a cute little place. Rooms themselves were quite large and the beds were comfortable. Kitchenette was small but functional. rooms were kept at a very nice temperature. Was very hot outside but the air con was doing a splendid job Host was responsive on messages Felt safe and got through the couple of nights we were there without hassle
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Ranita
ItalyOnly suggestion is to equip the kitchen with ammenites for cooking which will be better for longer stay
Everything was perfect except kitchen. And especially meeting with an amazing person, Natalia who takes care for everything.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Mahmoud
EgyptCheck in and check out times are very bad
Natale was very helpful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Denis_belle
AustraliaToo many stairs
Excellent location near the river and the lake
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Denis_belle
AustraliaAll the steep stairs
It location close to the river and the lake.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Sean
United KingdomGreat location, central, by the river.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Miao
TaiwanLocation
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Brownn
United KingdomWeird water noises in the sink
Location was perfect
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Martab
SpainThe building felt pretty cramped, the stairs were narrow and not easy to go up/down with the luggage. The bathrooms were pretty small too and only 2 available, so there was queue for showers. The lady wasn’t super friendly nor welcoming. The lockers in the rooms couldn’t fit a small luggage.
Really well located.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 June 2025
Kaitlynn
MoroccoNot much! Maybe a little tricky because there were very limited bathrooms and showers and you have to wait your turn, but honestly it wasn't too bad.
Beds and pillows were surprisingly comfortable! Rooms were well air conditioned given the summer heat.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 25 June 2025
Lann
FinlandVery good
Very good
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Emese
HungaryThe air conditioning was rather loud in the room.
Good hostel for 1-2 nights, easy to reach from train station. But it is located in a building with just staircases, so it is recommended to have backpacks rather then suitcases.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 22 June 2025
Joanna
PolandI didn't like that a guest had to put on and remove bed sheets by themselves. I think hotel staff should do it. I paid a lot of money not to be a housekeeper
I liked that bed curtains give a bit of privacy. The staff was kind and friendly. As for the cheapest available stay in Zurich was ok.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Wei
MalaysiaAll good
Location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 June 2025
Jann
United KingdomThe property has no lift/elevator so if you have a huge or heavy luggage, you need to carry it to the stairs which is a bit of a struggle because the stairs is steep.
The hostel is located in the heart of the old town Zurich. It is very convenient to everything. It feels homely and has small kitchen where you could cook. I also like that the shower and toilet are separate and it’s outside the actual bedroom. They also have a mini rooftop where you could chill. The receptionists were both friendly.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 12 June 2025
Vera
BelgiumThe kindest staff you can ever have at a hostel! Also, loved the drapes around my bed for more privacy.
Stayed in May 2025
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