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Youth Hostel Richterswil

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At Youth Hostel Richterswil, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Seebeizli, offers lunch and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and an arcade/game room.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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Room options

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A room with two wooden beds, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with two wooden beds, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with bunk beds, a small table, and a window with a view of greenery.

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A room with bunk beds, a small table, and a window with a view of greenery.

Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with two single beds, a small table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with two single beds, a small table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Richterswil is home to Youth Hostel Richterswil. Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria and Metalli Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sihlwald Wilderness Park Zurich and Höhronen. Alpamare Water Park and Knies Kinderzoo are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Richterswil travel guide
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Hornstrasse 5, Richterswil, 8805

What's nearby

  • A city street at dusk with illuminated buildings, a tram, and a clear sky.
    Bahnhofstrasse
    26 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • A museum interior with a large circular sculpture, wooden floors, and arched ceilings.
    Swiss National Museum
    28 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • A riverside town with historic buildings, a prominent tower, and a bridge over the water.
    Chapel Bridge
    47 min drive - 38.7 miles
  • Freizeitanlage Strandweg
    7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria
    21 min drive - 17.0 miles

Getting around

  • Bäch Station
    3 min drive
  • Einsiedeln S-Bahn
    17 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Verenahof Wollerau
    4 min drive
  • Bistrot Levi
    6 min walk
  • Burger King
    4 min drive
  • Allen's table
    6 min drive
  • Feld-Beck
    7 min drive

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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 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CHF 19.50; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Seebeizli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
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 Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CHF 10 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that the total price includes a Youth Hostel Membership per day.
Children younger than age 7 may not stay in dormitories. Children age 2 and younger are included in private room rates when using existing bedding.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Youth Hostel Richterswil pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CHF 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Youth Hostel Richterswil?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Youth Hostel Richterswil?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Youth Hostel Richterswil located?

Situated in Richterswil, this beach hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Richterswil Ferry Terminal and Freizeitanlage Strandweg. Ticino Theater is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away. Wädenswil Lake Station is 25 minutes by foot and Wädenswil Station is 27 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Youth Hostel Richterswil Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Baerbel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostal is situated just in front of the Zurich lake. Beautiful surroundings.The rooms very clean and the breakfast full.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kornelius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super nettes Personal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina Mobil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr sauber und tolles freundliches Personal. Merci und Grüsse Christina
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rebekka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In guter Erinnerung

meine Schwester und ich mit meinen 2 Hunden, haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt in einem tollen Zimmer mit See-Sicht übernachten zu dürfen. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen und wurde sogar nachgefragt ob alles ok wäre. Unsere "Sonderwünsche" wurden erfüllt. Uns bleibt der Aufenthalt in schöner Erinnerung. Vielen Dank!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Josef

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

verbesserungsfähig

Zimmer primitiv eingerichtet. Lampe fehlt bei Bett, Steckplatz fehlt zum Natel laden, Ablage fehlt zum Deponieren der Brill, Hörgeräte usw.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderbare Lage direkt am See. Sehr freundliches Personal.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great scenic location. Good rooms and local amenities. Breakfast incredibly unsustainable, a lot of meat and dairy is provided- sad news for the animals and the planet. However there were some vegan options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bel endroit

Bien mais plage à côté bruyante jusqu’à minuit (feux d’artifices et pétards, peu respectueux de l’auberge à côté où les gens dorment ou essaient de dormir !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rumpa

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
+ Nice location and very charming peaceful place. Staffs are very friendly and cooperative. Breakfast was very nice. Lakeside view is mesmerizing experience and we loved it. - We missed some room cleaning and in our room WiFi connection was not smooth ( lakeside view). In fact, could not use WiFi at all inside the room. Very far away from Zurich center (40 min by train ). One way ticket 🎫 is about 12€and up down around 24€/adult. It’s very expensive.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was fine. Good location near train station.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KSENIJA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostel na prekrasnoj lokaciji

Hostel na odlicnoj lokaciji.Povezanost sa okolnim mjestima i Zurichom izvrsna. Osoblje ljubazno, soba i kupatila cisti.Odlican 5!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ko sheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

很好很便宜!!!

雖然是青年旅館!但 入住的,中 老年紀 旅客較多!!!房間大,公用衛浴清潔乾淨!又靠近火車站和蘇黎世湖!真的很好!很適合多住幾天的旅客!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schlicht, Sauber, Freundlich und schöne Gegend zum Entspannen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort

Kleine JugendHerberge direkt am Wasser

Es fehlen MückenGitter vor den Fenstern. Wir waren Mitte April da und wahnsinnig viele Mücken. Die Zimmer sind sehr klein und ohne jegliche Gemütlichkeit. Sauber ist aber alles. Für 1-2 Nächte zu empfehlen.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Location

Nice for an overnight stay near Lucerne
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hostel is a real gem. Very inexpensive, an easy train ride into Zurich city center and airport, right next to the train station, right on the lake, with a beautiful lakeside park just out the door. Staff are very friendly and helpful, even though I only spoke english. Everything was extremely clean, including rooms, bathrooms, showers, and common areas. The included breakfast was extremely good. This place is just as good as fancy hotels that cost five times more.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Iren Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastisch

Wunderschönes Ort. Sehr Ruhig.Zum geniessen.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Gut für eine Übernachtung um Freunde zu besuchen

Schön direkt am Wasser gelegen-leider kein Wc im Zimmer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SOON BAE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024