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The 10 Best Hostels in Interlaken, Switzerland

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The family-friendly Backpackers Villa in Interlaken, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, offers simple yet stylish rooms that are individually decorated. Free WiFi is available in all areas of the property.

Great location, super friendly staff, very nice rooms, super clean, had everything you need!

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9
Wonderful
2,468 reviews
Price from
$66
per night

Set in Interlaken, 1.3 km from Interlaken East Port, Chalet Hostel @ Backpackers Villa Interlaken offers accommodation with a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests.

super clean and comfortable. worth it

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9
Wonderful
616 reviews
Price from
$60
per night

At the hostel, each room is fitted with a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a garden view. Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Walters Hostel Interlaken also offer a mountain view. Guest rooms include a safety deposit box.

The staff was so friendly. The laundry service was very helpful. The room was bright and airy. The location was nice too, close to the train station.

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8.9
Excellent
1,144 reviews
Price from
$108
per night

Situated in Interlaken, 20 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Adventure Hostel Interlaken features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a bar. The property is allergy-free and is set 23 km from Giessbachfälle.

It’s simple, but comfy! And I had a beautiful window view! Friendly receptionists. The location is really good, easy to go even by walking from the train station.

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8.6
Excellent
1,361 reviews
Price from
$100
per night

Right next to Interlaken Ost Train Station, Youth Hostel Interlaken is situated between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a snack bar.

Surrounded by a park, Youth Hostel Interlaken features table tennis and billiards. There is also a bike rental service, and the Aare Cycle Route starts nearby.

5-minute or less walking distance from the train station and coop. 4 beds in one room, no toilets in the room but in the floor.

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8.4
Very Good
2,336 reviews
Price from
$64
per night

Alplodge is located in the centre of Interlaken, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. A pleasant common kitchen and free Wi-Fi in the lobby are at guests’ disposal.

Guests can choose between shared and private facilities.

location is well. also the viewing is gorgeous

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8.1
Very Good
953 reviews
Price from
$45
per night

We cater to active travellers that come to Interlaken to explore the Alps. After a day in the mountains, come home to our hostel where you can clean the equipment and store it away safely. In the guest kitchen, you’ll find all the amenities needed to cook yourself a nutritious meal. No need to plan your meals ahead, as the supermarket is just 2min walk away and open 365days a year.

Such a beautiful location, with a unique facilities and a very convenient bar/club. You will most likely meet some amazing people also staying here, whether you travel solo or with a group! I had the most amazing time.

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8.3
Very Good
927 reviews
Price from
$52
per night

All of the simply-furnished rooms feature bunk beds. There is a shared lounge and fully equipped kitchen for guests to use. The shared bathrooms are accessible via a covered corridor. Firewood is provided for cooking over camp fires by the river.

The room location and amenities

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8
Very Good
409 reviews
Price from
$70
per night

Offering a restaurant, a bar and a terrace where guests can dine during summer, Happy Inn Lodge is located in Interlaken’s centre. In winter, a shuttle service to the surrounding ski areas is provided. Free WiFi is available in all areas of the hostel.

The location and the provider everything you need

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7.7
Good
1,523 reviews
Price from
$36
per night

Centrally located, a 3-minute drive from Interlaken’s West Train Station, Funny Farm offers great-value accommodation within natural surroundings. It features a summer outdoor pool and a ski school.

The bright rooms of the Funny Farm hostel are simply furnished and decorated in different colours. Some include private en-suite bathrooms, others have shared facilities.

Good hotel at reasonable price. View from the hotel balcony is breathtaking. Garden behind the hotel is so relaxing.

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7.5
Good
2,852 reviews
Price from
$33
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel Interlaken
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,468 reviews

    The family-friendly Backpackers Villa in Interlaken, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, offers simple yet stylish rooms that are individually decorated.

    I can‘t complain! Everything perfect! keep it up!!!

  • Chalet Hostel @ Backpackers Villa Interlaken
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 615 reviews

    Set in Interlaken, 0.8 mi from Interlaken East Port, Chalet Hostel @ Backpackers Villa Interlaken offers accommodations with a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace.

    It’s with the perfect views and not that far from the station

  • Walters Hostel Interlaken
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,144 reviews

    Located in Interlaken, 12 miles from Grindelwald Terminal, Walters Hostel Interlaken provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    The owner is really cool and the room is really big.

  • Balmers Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 927 reviews

    Come to Balmers and stay in the oldest private hostel in Switzerland! Our hostel is located in three traditional Swiss wooden chalets that surround a courtyard, terras and garden.

    Best stay. Location and all the facilities were top notch.

  • RiverLodge TCS Training & Freizeit AG
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 408 reviews

    Located on the banks of the River Aare, RiverLodge TCS Training & Freizeit AG offers affordable accommodations less than 20 minutes on foot from the Interlaken center and 2953 feet from the...

    Awesome.. everything was perfect for a group of friends

  • Happy Inn Lodge
    Budget options available
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,523 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, a bar and a terrace where guests can dine during summer, Happy Inn Lodge is located in Interlaken’s center.

    Excellent location, daily cleaning and pub attached.

  • Budget Waldhotel Unspunnen
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 492 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and free parking, the Budget Waldhotel is within a 20-minute walk or a 4-minute drive from the Interlaken-West train station.

    Friendly staff, quiet location, views, old charm.

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Hostels that guests love in Interlaken

  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,468 reviews
    Everything! It won the best hostel in Switzerland for a reason. Fantastic place!
    Alana
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $147.73
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 510 reviews
    This Lodge is like a hostel with a share kitchen. I don't recommend it for a family with children, more suitable for budget option seeking pairs and groups.
    SHAILENDRA
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 615 reviews
    Almost everything.. Comfortable bed with own plug and lamp, individual locker with acces card lock. Toilet in the room BUT shower outside the room. Big kitchen space with regular cleaning. Ample space to hang out indoor and outdoor. Staff were friendly and helpful. Washing machine cost 10 CHF and free dryer machine. Just sometimes not enough to accomodate many user at once. Great location, near bus stop to train station at west or ost. Price were the cheapest in the area & with many facilities. Breakfast simple but enough for me.
    haniea
    Solo traveler
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,468 reviews
    One the best hostels I have tried, definitely recommend it
    Abdullah
    Solo traveler
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,468 reviews
    Very convenient, bus stop is in front of the hostel. Only 2 stops away from Interlaken Ost tation. They have complete utensils and cooking wares in the kitchen, very clean, a premium hostel for backpackers.
    Nariman
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 2,468 reviews
    The hostel is in a great location in the centre of interlaken. A 5 minute walk from shops and restraunts. Free travel on local buses and close to 2 railway stations.
    andrew
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $251.47
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 953 reviews
    Great location, facilities are cleaned multiple times per day, great view from room and rooftop, staff speaks good English. This is the best hostel I have stayed in Europe!
    Ella
    Solo traveler
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,523 reviews
    Perhaps the cheapest youth hostel in Interlaken. You get what you pay for. Everything was perfect, the room was clean and also the sharing toilette and bad room. If you are hungry, just go down the stairs because it is a bar. And very close to the Interlaken West train station. After that, the supermarket and a lot of restaurants were nearby. What I found maybe a bit annoying was the squeaking of the wooden floor (I think, because it is an old building).
    Tania
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $251.47
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 953 reviews
    one of the best hostels with the fabulous view from the room. neat and tidy, excellent location. the breakfast was quite worth the money.very nice staff and good service. the only downside was the bunk bed was extremely squeaky and it made noise even with a slightest movement , otherwise I had the best stay! thank you Keerthi
    keerthi
    Solo traveler
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,144 reviews
    Amazing hostel, good location, very good host, incredible breakfast with view. You also have the possibility to do your laundry which is very practical for backpackers and you have a shared kitchen with cheap beers and sodas. The room is very big as well and you have a terrace with a very nice view.
    Marie Cadoret
    Young couple

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