Youth Hostel Interlaken

2.0 star property
Riverfront hostel with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Double Room, Balcony | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Reception
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 21 of 21 rooms

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
In-room safe
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Sextuple room)

Highlights

Heating
In-room safe
Pet friendly
Desk
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)

Highlights

Heating
Desk
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Highlights

Heating
Desk
In-room safe
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 4 bed dorm ensuite bathroom)

Highlights

Heating
Desk
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed In 4 Beds Male Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Bed In 4 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Sextuple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed In 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Untere Bönigstrasse 3A, Am Bahnhof Ost, Interlaken, 3800

What's nearby

  • Interlaken Ost Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Interlaken Casino - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hoeheweg - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mystery Rooms - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Alpine Garden - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Interlaken Ost Station - 1 min walk
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sapori - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hooters (Interlaken) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aarmühle - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant The Verandah - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Interlaken

Hostel near Lake Brienz
Near Mystery Rooms, Youth Hostel Interlaken provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and an arcade/game room. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, 3a, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and a billiards/pool table
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage, and an elevator
  • ATM/banking services, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating, limited housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (CHF 15 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CHF 19.50; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 3a

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per night
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, CHF 1.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, CHF 1.80 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 1.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CHF 15 per day
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per night
  • Hosted evening meal: CHF 19.50

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
All room rates include a Youth Hostel Membership per day.
Children younger than age 7 may not stay in dormitories. Children age 2 and younger are included in the rate for private rooms when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Youth Interlaken
Youth Hostel Interlaken Interlaken
Youth Hostel Interlaken Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Youth Hostel Interlaken pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per night.

How much is parking at Youth Hostel Interlaken?

Self parking is available for CHF 15 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Youth Hostel Interlaken?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Youth Hostel Interlaken?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Youth Hostel Interlaken located?

Located in Central Interlaken, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Interlaken Ost Ferry Terminal, Lake Brienz, and Mystery Rooms. Höhematte Park and Interlaken Casino are also within 10 minutes. Interlaken Ost Station is only a 2-minute walk and Interlaken (ZIN-Interlaken Ost Railway Station) is 4 minutes.

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Youth Hostel Interlaken Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 211 out of 442 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 442 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 442 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 442 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 442 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

This is the ideal hostel with its ideal location, excellent service and private rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very close to the station, offers dining options, walkable with many restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The hostel is clean and the staff are very helpful. They were even able to move me to another room when requested. The location great, right next to the train station and the breakfast is good as well.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10

I stayed in private room with attached bathroom, and the room is clean and spacious. It’s located just next to Interlaken Ost Train Station, very convenient. And there’s is a supermarket named COOP just nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Location is perfect. Just 2 minutes to train station. Hotel has a restaurant providing nice food with reasonable price. They have a water tap on ground floor to refill drinking water.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

This was our second time staying at Youth Hostel Interlaken, and once again, it did not disappoint. The hostel is clean, modern, and offers great value for money. It’s affordable and incredibly convenient—located just a short walk from the Interlaken Ost train station, which makes it an ideal base for exploring the region. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed. We especially appreciated the comfortable common areas and the breakfast that’s included in the stay. We’d definitely come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Staff are very accommodating/helpful. All the information to our stay well presented. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Clean and friendly place. Room for four is comfortable with a secure locker. Only negative point is the power socket by the bed is very loose and phone chargers easily fall off. But good value for money other than that. Location is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

We had a wonderful stay at Youth Hostel Interlaken! The location is perfect—surrounded by stunning mountain views and just a short walk from the town center and the train station, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. The hostel itself is clean, cozy, and well-maintained, with a great atmosphere that makes it feel welcoming and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful. We also appreciated the affordable rates, especially for such a scenic location. The breakfast offered a good variety, and the facilities were great for preparing meals or simply relaxing. Overall, Youth Hostel Interlaken is a fantastic place to stay for those looking for budget-friendly accommodation without compromising on comfort or location. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

I like this place. It’s location is very convenient as it is near the train/bus/boat stations!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Nice experience with YHA what I also joined it as a life member in the past, and have a time again to explore this experience again when I grew up. Thanks, YHA
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great location steps from train station.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Great location, right next to the train station. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Shared bathrooms are clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Super convenient and it is walkable to the train station and go anywhere in Switzerland.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Grate youth hotel. Very clean and right next to the station.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Great location, good sized rooms, and the hotel resto is quite good. A lot of locals eating there which is a good sign. Highly recommend. Great bang for your buck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

We stayed in private bedroom with balcony. Wonderful floor to ceiling window with great views of Harder Kulm funicular, river and cows. We can hear the charming faint rings of the cow bells day and night. The trains run by regularly so you will hear it with the balcony door ajar. However excellent soundproofing if you want to close the door. Good size balcony but spider webs everywhere. The walls could really use a fresh coat of paint, especially the wall next to the head of the bed. No hairdryer provided but can be rented from front desk with a refundable 20CFH deposit. The bathroom not very bright and fluorescent tube above mirror had an annoying flicker. Good sensible layout. Free breakfast was plentiful and had all the basic breads, muesli, cold cuts , cheese, juices and coffee. Huge bonus is it’s only steps away from Interlaken OST the main train station. A big Coop supermarket is across the street. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10

Location is very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

It is good location right next to train station and good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Best location, right next to trains. Spacious room and restaurant offers good meals for reasonable price. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Amazing in every thing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

The most wonderful hotel nearby the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Great location

10/10

Close to the train station, restaurant within the property, easy access to water, has common kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

A good stay. Friendly people. Convenient to commute.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024