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Reviews of Friendly Hostel Zürich

3 Strehlgasse, City Centre, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

#93 of 127 hotels in Zürich

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Review score

Based on 1245 hostel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    stairs, 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

    7.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They 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

    7.0
    Comfortable and convenient bunk for the night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Kitchen 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

    8.0
    I highly recommend especially for solo travellers as it feels quite safe.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    Worked for my one night stay, wouldn’t want to do much longer
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    7.0
    Comfortable Hostel for 2 nights despite minor hiccups
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Check in and check out times are very bad

    Natale was very helpful

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    9.0
    Excellent location near the river and the lake.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Too many stairs

    Excellent location near the river and the lake

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    9.0
    Excellent location and very clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All the steep stairs

    It location close to the river and the lake.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2025

    9.0
    Great location, central, by the river.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, central, by the river.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Weird water noises in the sink

    Location was perfect

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    7.0
    Fantastic location, but not the great overall
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not 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

    8.0
    Amazing 😍
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good

    Very good

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    7.0
    Nice hostel, perfect for 1-2 nights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Location

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2025

    7.0
    Cozy hostel in city centre of Zurich
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    9.0
    Lovely comfortable hostel with the friendliest staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The 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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