Hostels in Switzerland

Hostels Switzerland

Hostelling International Youth Hostels in Switzerland offer comfortable and affordable accommodation for the modern traveller of any age. Like all HI Hostels, Switzerland hostel standards and quality are taken very seriously, all our National Associations are required to meet the internationally agreed high quality standards. Our team of inspectors visit our hostels worldwide to ensure these standards are constantly upheld.

Discover the real hostel experience and visit our hostel accommodation in Switzerland, meet our friendly staff who can help you find the best things to do and see. HI Hostels are great places to meet fellow travellers from destinations worldwide.

Switzerland

Capital:	Bern
Language:	French, German, Italian, Romansh
Currency:	CHF
Population:	7 459 100
Size sq km:	41 285
Phone Code:	41

Hostelling Information

Hostelling in Switzerland

Switzerland is a haven for winter sports enthusiasts, summer hikers, culture lovers and partygoers! It borders France in the west, Germany in the north, Austria and the principality of Liechtenstein in the east and Italy in the south. The diversity of the landlocked, mountainous country with 4 national languages as well as 3 types of landscape (the Swiss Alps, The hilly Swiss Mittellland which extends from lake Constance to lake Geneva, and the Swiss Jura) is the essence of Switzerland and gives the country its unique identity. Swiss towns never lose their appeal – whatever the time of year! Zurich, the cultural capital, offers an intriguing old town and a rich array of galleries. Lucerne is a picturesque place set among mountains and Lakes. Basel is famous for its architecture.The majestic peaks of the Jungfrau Region in the Bernese Oberland are staggeringly beautiful. With a network of 57 hostels, Switzerland has a wide choice of accommodation, and even provides lodgings in many of the most exclusive skiing areas.

HI Hostels in Switzerland

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Membership

Hostelling International membership gives you much more than a comfy bed! It puts you at the heart of a huge international family, where you can share experiences, travel and friendship with people of all nations. Tell me more

Travelling Around

For ease of travel use trains, ferries, buses or self–drive. Drive on the right.

Travel Advice

Hostelling International advises you always to check with your own national authorities (Foreign Ministry, State Department etc.) concerning the need for visas, any safety concerns, or any specific restrictions, which may apply in the countries to which you intend to travel.

Health

Medical insurance is recommended. The European Health Insurance Card is recommended for EU residents. The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is valid in 31 European countries and guarantees the holder will get the same treatment as people living in the country he/she is visiting. For more information: http://ehic.europa.eu

HI-eKit Access Number

Check www.hi.ekit.com for up to date Access Numbers

Hostelling Information

National Office

Schweizer Jugendherbergen
Schaffhauserstr 14
Postfach
CH 8042 Zürich
Tel.: (41) (44) 3601414
Fax.: (41) (44) 3601460
E-mail:
www.youthhostel.ch

Price range

CHF 26–40, 16–25 € (including breakfast).

Opening times

Main hostels open throughout the year, 24-hour access for checked-in guests. Reception open 07:00 – 10:00; 17:00 – 22:00. Resident manager. Other hostels open Mar–Oct, 24 hours. Reception open 07:00 – 10:00; 17:00 – 22:00. Resident manager. Seasonal hostels are generally open Jan-Apr, Jun-Oct, Dec.

Rooms and Reservations

Reservations recommended throughout the year for all rooms. Reservations through this website, National Association website or Hostel by telephone, fax or email. Hostels are for males and females. All hostels are non-smoking.

Guests

Membership Card and Photo ID are required. Groups welcome. Group bookings through this website or the National Association Sales Department by telephone, fax or email.