Surrounded by the majestic mountains, Youth Hostel Zermatt offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet, ski shuttle, and ski storage. Relax in the garden or challenge friends at the arcade/game room. With free in-room WiFi and multilingual staff, this hostel is an ideal retreat.
Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Zermatt - Furi - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Furi - Riffelberg - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Furi Ski Area - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
St. Mauritius Church - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
Sion (SIR) - 75 min drive
Zermatt Gornergratbahn Station - 13 min walk
Zermatt Station - 14 min walk
Zermatt (QZB-Zermatt Train Station) - 14 min walk
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Hotel Post Zermatt - 10 min walk
Brown Cow Pub - 10 min walk
Whymper-Stube - 8 min walk
Parkhotel Beau Site - 8 min walk
Restaurant du Pont - 8 min walk
About this property
Youth Hostel Zermatt
Placing you just steps from Zermatt-Matterhorn Ski Paradise, Youth Hostel Zermatt features a ski shuttle. Guests have more money for fun in the snow with free perks like WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Ski storage is also available. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
47 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7 AM - 10 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 10 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No on-site parking
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Off-site
Ski shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
Restaurant
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Ski storage
Facilities
3 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Arcade/game room
Accessibility
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Ski
Ski shuttle (surcharge)
Ski storage
Ski lifts nearby
Downhill skiing nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Snow tubing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Ski rental shops
Snowmobiling nearby
Snowshoeing nearby
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 4.00 per person, per night for adults; CHF 2.00 per night for guests aged 9-16 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 9 years of age.
Optional extras
Ski shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Hosted evening meal costs CHF 19.50
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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.
Does Youth Hostel Zermatt offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Youth Hostel Zermatt does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Youth Hostel Zermatt?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge 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.
Is parking offered on site at Youth Hostel Zermatt?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Youth Hostel Zermatt.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Youth Hostel Zermatt?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Youth Hostel Zermatt and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Youth Hostel Zermatt?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Youth Hostel Zermatt like?
Youth Hostel Zermatt is a short 9-minute walk from Zermatt-Furi Gondola and 11 minutes' walk from Zermatt–Sunnegga Funicular.
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Reviews
Youth Hostel Zermatt Reviews
8,6
Excellent
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8,8
Cleanliness
8,0
Location
8,6
Staff & service
8,6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The breakfast was great, with many options and local choices, and was comparable to or better than other propertys. (10 reviews)
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Verified
10/10 Exceptional
23 December 2025
The 4 person room was great. Amazing views. Good location. Just beware when we come of the steps to get up to the hostel. Breakfast was nice. No kitchen as a downside and not the best for meeting people. But absolutely would stay again
ally
ally, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2025
A basic room ... clean and comfortable. A great breakfast. Great staff!
ludovick
ludovick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2025
Fantastic view of the Matterhorn, clean rooms and bathrooms, friendly staff, and area to sit outside and enjoy the beauty of the area.
sharon
sharon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
05 June 2025
Another awesome experience with Youth Hostels. Beautifully designed, very clean, very comfortable, chef at dinner is truly 1st class
Bruce
Bruce, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
09 February 2025
A great place with nice views. The breakfast buffet is one of the best. Would give 5 stars if room has tea and coffee making facilities.
Madhushan
Madhushan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 May 2024
Great location view matterhorn from your room
Gabriela
Gabriela, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
20 July 2024
Beautiful views, hard access walking the way to the hostel, breakfast was ok.
fermina
fermina, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
06 July 2025
Very clean, organized. Lots of space. Able to use lockers and shower after checkout so could still enjoy the day in Zermattt
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2025
Super pleased
The most challenging part was the walk from the train station to the hostel. Many stairs and uphill. However, there are taxis available.
Staff was extremely accommodating, great breakfasts, comfortable room and super clean, which I love. The kitchen area was spotless, as was the hostel throughout. Can’t say enough good things about the hostel.
Sharon
Sharon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2024
Rooms were quite basic but was not there for the fancy rooms, delicious breakfast,, close to the bus stop, and close walking distance to all the restaurants etc.
Tanisha
Tanisha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 March 2024
A good location to the local bus, quiet and good views
Georgia
Georgia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
05 July 2024
Matterhorn hostel.
Felt like sleeping just under the Matterhorn.
Perfect for enjoying the mountains.
Young Min
Young Min, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
19 May 2024
Staffs helpful and friendly
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1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
30 April 2024
Clean private room with a view of the mountains. Excellent breakfast. Fairly close to the town and nit difficult to find.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
07 August 2023
great view
vaviola
vaviola, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
03 July 2024
Youth hostel that offers great breakfast included in daily rate. Its dinner is freshly cooked decent three courses for 20CHF, where any other restaurant in town start their main course at 25CHF. A budget friendly place for a few nights stay in Zermatt, considering how expensive the town is.
Yan
Yan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 June 2024
Clean simple place, good breakfast.
Steep climb to get to after a long day of hiking. Can be tricky with older people with luggage.
Roberto
Roberto, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
16 June 2025
+ The Matterhorn is visible right from the room window, but you’ll get an even better view from the street.
- Not recommended for guests with luggage. Kitchen staff were rude. understand this is a hostel, but there are much ways they can do better.
Hon Chong
Hon Chong, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2023
Great stay in a beautiful place.
My family of four stayed here in a 4 bed bunk room with bathroom.
Worked fine for us for two nights.
Pretty quiet and functional.
Easy access from the Main Street.
Staff were very helpful.
Cold Breakfast was good.
View of the Matterhorn was excellent.
Mel
Mel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 January 2026
Well what can I say, we arrived in Switzerland jumped on a train and eventually arrived in Zermatt not knowing what to expect. We are an older couple not particularly fit although we do walk quite a bit particularly when away.
We struggled a bit to find the hostel despite me saving plenty of instructions to my phone, anyway we eventually worked it out with the help of Google maps and a bit of luck. Yes the steps were a bit steep and I was out of breath when I reached the top but all that was worth it when we arrived in our room. The staff were lovely when checking us in really friendly and did see if we could have the evening meal, however due to there being a school party staying there was no availability. The room was warm clean and basic just as we had expected. The view from the windows however far exceeded our expectations to the side was the village of Zermatt with houses and lights dotted all round, to the bottom of the bed was the Matterhorn stunning! The breakfast next morning was a continental breakfast with plenty of choice and again staff were friendly and helpful when you needed anything.
I was also so pleased I booked a stay a bit further up in the village as It made us walk round and have a good look, had we been nearer the station a don't think we would of gone up as far as the hostel and missed some of the town. We also found although a bit longer, walking round the road way to the hostel was less strenuous. I would definitely return to this hostel. Thankyou
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 April 2024
Nice and clean hostel with a shared sink in each room.
The shower stalls are clean, but a bit narrow (width: no enough to raise both elbows out to shoulder height)
Good breakfast :)
Just 1-2min walk from the bus stop.
However, the bus doesn't come around as frequently as some other places. Also, it's a pretty small bus, so depending on your timing, it could get tough getting on board.
Hannah
Hannah, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 January 2024
Unfortunately we stayed whilst a school group was staying. There was alot of running around the halls, screaming and shouting in the early morning and in the evening. You would have thought they would put the group in one building, but they were spread out all over the three buildings. The facilities were fine, but meal times were so loud that we had to eat ver quickly and leave. Optional Dinners were very worth it. Four courses and delicious. We also opted for fondue one night, delish! The beds were comfortable, the room was basic and clean. The shower played up abit, hot then cold. Overall it was good
Voralak
Voralak, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 March 2024
It's a great place to stay. It's clean and staff are friendly except from one kitchen staff who yelled at me in front of everyone having their breakfast at that time when I was getting coffee but instead of using their own mug, I've used my own flask to keep the coffee warm whilst having my breakfast. He just yelled 'NO NO NO. YOU CANNOT DO THAT. YOU CAN TAKE YOUR WATER BUT NOT COFFEE.' What's wrong with using you own flask? I'm not stealing their coffee? I'm drinking it with my breakfast. Is it now forbidden to use your own flask?
Noelles Dawn
Noelles Dawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 January 2026
Great stay. We loved it
It is a youth hostel ( so think dorm like accomodations) yet spotless, clean, quiet and frequented by nice people. Would go again even though our room was 4 th floor walk up.