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Youth Hostel Richterswil

2.0 star property
Enjoy the restaurant at this beachfront Richterswil hostel

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Property grounds
Exterior
Desk, free WiFi
Lunch served
Shower, towels
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
Hornstrasse 5, Richterswil, 8805
  • Popular LocationSwiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee10 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlpamare Water Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationEinsiedeln Abbey21 min drive
  • AirportZürich (ZRH)51 min drive

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, free WiFi

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

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8/10 Very Good
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Richterswil

On the beach.Stay at this Richterswil hostel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Richterswil Ferry Terminal and 2 miles (3 km) of Ticino Theater. Alpamare Water Park and Kaepfnach Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Swiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee - 10 min drive
  • Alpamare Water Park - 10 min drive
  • Rapperswil Castle - 13 min drive
  • Einsiedeln Abbey - 21 min drive
  • Ageri Lake - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Bäch Station - 3 min drive
  • Einsiedeln S-Bahn - 17 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King - 4 min drive
  • Da Debbie Al Freihof - Gusto Autentico - 6 min walk
  • Cafi Holzofe - 4 min drive
  • Fabrikbeiz - 3 min drive
  • Caffètino-Vino - 7 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Richterswil

Enjoy the restaurant at this beachfront Richterswil hostel
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Youth Hostel Richterswil. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Youth Hostel Richterswil offers 27 accommodations. This Richterswil hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Playground

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

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 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 daily from 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.

Property is also known as

Youth Richterswil
Youth Hostel Richterswil Richterswil
Youth Hostel Richterswil Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Youth Hostel Richterswil to the airport?

Youth Hostel Richterswil is 34.5 mi (51-min drive) away from the Zurich Airport (ZRH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Youth Hostel Richterswil?

As of Jun 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Youth Hostel Richterswil on Jun 4, 2024 start from $176.81, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Youth Hostel Richterswil have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Youth Hostel Richterswil.

How close is Youth Hostel Richterswil to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Youth Hostel Richterswil offer free breakfast?

Youth Hostel Richterswil offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Youth Hostel Richterswil?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Swiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Youth Hostel Richterswil?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Youth Hostel Richterswil?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for CHF 10 per night.

Does Youth Hostel Richterswil have a pool?

Youth Hostel Richterswil does not have a pool.

Does Youth Hostel Richterswil have a restaurant?

Youth Hostel Richterswil is home to Seebeizli, which features light fare.

Does Youth Hostel Richterswil have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Youth Hostel Richterswil to downtown Richterswil?

Youth Hostel Richterswil is 0.4 mi away from Richterswil.

Youth Hostel Richterswil Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata

Traveled with family
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

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

8/10 Good

Wanda

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

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Location
Nice for an overnight stay near Lucerne

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

10/10 Excellent

Hugo, Hong Kong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Typical youth hostel next to S-bahn station

8/10 Good

Heidi

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

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Davide

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Terje

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023