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Youth Hostel Locarno

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Piazza Grande

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Courtyard
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Explore the area

Map
Palagiovani, Via B. Varenna 18, Locarno, 6600
  • Old Town
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Castello Visconteo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Piazza Grande
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Lugano (LUG-Agno)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 14.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 18.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 14.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 18.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Desk
  • 18.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 14.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Private Bathroom (Sextuple)

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Private Bathroom (Sextuple)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 18.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 9.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Standard Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Standard Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
3 bathrooms
Desk
  • 18.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Locarno

At Youth Hostel Locarno you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Piazza Grande and Chiesa di San Francesco. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and free buffet breakfast. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .In proximity to this Locarno hostel you'll find Cannobio Ferry Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Old Town - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Castello Visconteo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza Grande - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Madonna del Sasso - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ascona Beach - 9 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Movie - Restaurant & Tapas Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Muyu Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pardo Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Campagna Trattoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Selz Bar&Café - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Locarno

Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Piazza Grande
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/games 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
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Dining venue
Youth Hostel Locarno offers 77 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

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.
  • Lift
  • 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: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 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 - 8:00 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.

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 all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Youth Hostel Locarno?

Youth Hostel Locarno offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 9 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Youth Hostel Locarno on 10 Mar 2025 start from NZ$253.17, including 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.

Is parking available at Youth Hostel Locarno?

Yep, Youth Hostel Locarno has a self car park for CHF 10 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Youth Hostel Locarno?

The closest beach to Youth Hostel Locarno is Ascona Beach (2.4 km).

Does Youth Hostel Locarno serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet brekkie is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Youth Hostel Locarno?

No, Youth Hostel Locarno does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Youth Hostel Locarno?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Youth Hostel Locarno's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Youth Hostel Locarno?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Youth Hostel Locarno Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean efficient property in a great location. Breakfast was excellent. Great cost effective option for locarno!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Central, budget-friendly and clean
Solo traveller staying in a dorm room. The room was tidy and comfortable. The shower facilities were also clean and adequate. Central location in Locarno city. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Ruth

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gute Lage - schöner Garten - feines Frühstück
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mirella

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hat alles, was es braucht. Tolle zentrale Lage
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ich fand das Personal mega freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das Zimmer bietete alles was man für einen kurzen Trip brauchte. Leider rutschten die Matratzen immer wieder von einander was dafür sorgte das man ein zwei male auch auf dem Lattenrost schlief aber dies war kein Problem
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tamara

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

dagmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très pratique, à 20 min à pied de la gare, quartier tout proche du centre historique ( à 5 min)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sehr warm im Zimmer und ringhörig.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgi Sandy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Freundlich und unkompliziert.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jörg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nur zu empfehlen 😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Eveline

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zu laut, Nahe vom Centrum sehr gut
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Konnte ohne Schwierigkeiten nach 21 Uhr einchecken
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Marc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kein tv, badezimmer sehr einfach
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Schöne, zentrale Lage und saubere Zimmer. Balkon und Sonnenschutz haben wir sehr geschätzt. Freundliches hilfsbereites Personal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A well located and friendly hotel
The people at the desk are super friendly! The breakfast buffet is generous. There is currently some building work in front which makes some noise after 8 am. A perfect place for backpack travelers and a public transportation pass will be delivered for all your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021