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Locarno

Via Varenna 18
Palagiovani
6600 Locarno
Switzerland

Tel. +41-91-7561500
Fax. +41-91-7561501
locarno@youthhostel.ch

Customer Rating

Total:
90%
90%
Friendliness of Staff:
93%
93%
Efficiency of Service:
90%
90%
Comfort:
87%
87%
Cleanliness:
91%
91%
Security:
90%
90%
Location:
89%
89%

Customer Reviews

Customer Reviews Locarno

  • 93%
    93%
    11 Nov 2011 Wendy, Canada

    We were disappointed that after ordering the dinner meal we found out that it wasn't available, but they emailed us promptly and it is understandable off-season like that. I recommend posting that info on the web page (if it was there we didn't see it). Paper towels in the dispensers in the washrooms would be nice. These are minor complaints; our stay was overall very positive.

  • 100%
    100%
    03 Aug 2011 Maria Cecilia, USA

    Switzerland has the best Hostels and I guess this one is the best one in Switzerland! Excellent location, the staff could not be more friendly; super hyper clean; breakfast is excellent and you can see all the kitchen. It is a WONDERFUL place to stay. Very well managed, looks like a 3 / 4 star hotel. Excellent in every aspect I can possibly think about.

  • 83%
    83%
    25 Jun 2011 Enrico, Netherlands

    We had expected there to be towels.

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Hostel Overview

This lively hostel is part of a 'Jugendpalast' (Palace of Youth) also housing a radio station, a music school and a press agency for young people. The hostel is situated on the edge of Locarno's gracious old town and makes a good starting point for hiking and biking in the Ticino valleys. Set on the banks of Lake Maggiore, Locarno also makes a good base for watersports.

Remark: The law of the Ticino canton forbids to accommodate young people under 16 years old: they can only stay if there is an adult person with them.

Hostel bed capacity

Beds per room:
Beds per room:: 2 Beds per room:: 4 Beds per room:: 6+ Total
beds
Number of rooms:
59 14 4 200

Opening times

Opening times (daily/weekly):
Reception open: April-October: 08.00am-10.30pm. March and November: 08.00-10.00am / 03.00-10.30pm. Winter (during the open weekends): 08.00-10.00am / 05.00-10.00pm. 24-hour access once you're checked in.
Opening times (over the year):
02 Mar - 18 Nov 2012 / 19 - 30 Nov 2012 for groups on request / 23 Nov - 23 Dec 2012 every Friday and Saturday night / 01 Mar - 17 Nov 2013 / 18 Nov - 30 Nov 2013 for groups on request / 22 Nov 2013 - 28 Feb 2014 every Friday and Saturday night

Map & Directions

Street Map and Route Planning

HI Hostel
Locarno Palagiovani
Via B. Varenna 18.
6600 Locarno
(Ticino)

Directions

Bus:100m #1, Ascona direction or #7, Losone direction, Cinquevie stop
Metro:300m Centovalli train station, St Antonio stop
Parking:Public car parking close by (chargeable).
Sea port:Locarno
Location:Close to Old Town
Rail:1.5km central station
Airport:44km Lugano
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Attractions & Facilities

Attractions

Cultural centre nearbyMuseums/art galleries nearby
City centre locationHistorical sites nearby
River/harbour/lake nearbyHiking area
Main attractions nearbySwimming pool at or near hostel
Nightlife nearbyRestaurants nearby
Shopping centre/market nearbyBeach at or near hostel
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Facilities

Discounts and concessions availableFamily rooms available
Suitable for wheelchair usersBreakfast in price
Hostel open 24hLift
TV roomGroups welcome
Common room(s)Sheets in price
Travel/Tour bureauLaundry facilities
Cycle rental available at or near the hostelInternet access
Credit card acceptedMeals available
Currency exchange at or near hostelGames room
Individual traveller welcomeLockers available
Non smoking room/areaGarden
Green HostelPlayground
Sports
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