Youth Hostel Locarno

2.0 star property
Locarno accommodations with free WiFi

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Courtyard
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Shower, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Palagiovani, Via B. Varenna 18, Locarno, 6600
  • Place, Old Town
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Grande
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Madonna del Sasso
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Room, Private Bathroom (Sextuple)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 9 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6 Bed Dormitory with Shower and Toilet

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 2 Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Double Room With Shower And Toliet

  • Sleeps 2

Bunk Bed Room

  • Sleeps 2

4 Bed Room with Shower and Toilet

  • Sleeps 4

4 Bed Room(Bunk Bed )

  • Sleeps 4

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Single Room with Shower

  • Sleeps 1

Twin Room With Shower And Toliet

  • Sleeps 2

Sextuple Room With Shower

  • Sleeps 6

Standard Double Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Locarno

In Locarno .Within a 10-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Chiesa di San Francesco and Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca. Chiesa Nuova and Old Town are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Castello Visconteo - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Town - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Piazza Grande - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Casino Locarno - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Madonna del Sasso - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Locarno F.A.R.T Station - 16 min walk
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Portico - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Selz Bar & Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gran Caffè Verbano - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Movie Bar & Tapas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pardo Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Locarno

Locarno accommodations with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Youth Hostel Locarno. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Locarno hostel.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Lockers available
  • Dining venue
Youth Hostel Locarno offers 77 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CHF 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 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

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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 daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.10 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 0.08 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 day
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

The total price of stay includes a Youth Hostel Membership per day.
From November to March, the Youth Hostel only operates on weekends.
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.

Property is also known as

Youth Locarno
Youth Hostel Locarno Locarno
Youth Hostel Locarno Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Youth Hostel Locarno Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Locarno

Frequently asked questions

How close is Youth Hostel Locarno to the airport?

Youth Hostel Locarno is 25.7 mi (53-min drive) away from the Lugano (LUG-Agno) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Youth Hostel Locarno have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Youth Hostel Locarno.

How close is Youth Hostel Locarno to the beach?

This hostel is 2.7 mi (9-min drive) from Ascona Beach and 15 mi (44-min drive) from Spiaggia di Cannero. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Youth Hostel Locarno offer free breakfast?

Youth Hostel Locarno offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Youth Hostel Locarno?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Casino Locarno (12-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Youth Hostel Locarno?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Youth Hostel Locarno?

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

Does Youth Hostel Locarno have a pool?

Youth Hostel Locarno does not have a pool.

Does Youth Hostel Locarno have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Youth Hostel Locarno have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Youth Hostel Locarno to downtown Locarno?

Youth Hostel Locarno is 0.4 mi away from Locarno.