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Youth Hostel Locarno

Locarno · Switzerland

Palagiovani Via B Varenna 18View location

8.6/10Excellent61 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort7.6/107.6
Condition8.4/108.4
Neighborhood7.0/107.0
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About Youth Hostel Locarno

With a stay at Youth Hostel Locarno in Locarno, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Piazza Grande and Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca. This hostel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Falconeria Locarno and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Casino Locarno.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. This hostel also features tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Youth Hostel Locarno, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 77 guestrooms.

Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

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With a stay at Youth Hostel Locarno in Locarno, you'll be a 4-minute walk from Chiesa di San Francesco and 6 minutes by foot from Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca. This hostel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Old Town and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Chiesa Nuova.

Make yourself at home in one of the 77 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 9:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Only dogs are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.10 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
    • Tourism fee: CHF 0.08 per person, per night

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open during the following times:
    • Monday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. 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.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • 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.
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    Portuguese

    English

    Italian

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Chiesa di San Francesco 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chiesa Nuova 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Old Town 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Chiesa Santa Maria Assunta 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Castello Visconteo 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Piazza Grande 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Casino Locarno 1 km / 0.6 mi
Locarno Funicular Station 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Locarno NLM Ferry Terminal 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Kursaal Locarno SA 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Parco delle Camelie 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Giardini Pubblici 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Giardini Jean Arp 1.6 km / 1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • hostel
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Lift access
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting room
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
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  • Non-smoking establishment
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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Youth Hostel Locarno

8.6
Excellent
61 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
7.6 /10
Condition
8.4 /10
Neighborhood
7.0 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
20 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2022
Dominic
Friendly staff. Clean efficient property in a great location. Breakfast was excellent. Great cost effective option for locarno!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
11 Apr 2021
Elizabeth

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.
Self
8/10
Excellent
23 Sep 2025
Sinisa

Gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis

Ein gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis, ruhige Lage, Autobahnnähe...
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
??
スタッフの対応がとても素晴らしかったです。
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jun 2025
rocio

recomendable solo para 1 dia, baño y cama

Desde el principio tuve problemas porque me decían que yo no había pagado, aunque había pagado por medio de Hotels.com
Luego no te dan toallas, debes pagarlas aparte. Ten en cuenta si vas en verano, que no hay ventilador ni aire en las habitaciones.
No recomendable para estancias de mas de 1 día. Supongo que en comparación con otros hoteles de la ciudad es barato, pero por casi 90 euros la noche, no me parecio muy bueno el servicio.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
Katja
Gute Lage - schöner Garten - feines Frühstück
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jul 2024
Karin
Hat alles, was es braucht. Tolle zentrale Lage
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2024
Verified traveler
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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Aug 2023
Florence
Très pratique, à 20 min à pied de la gare, quartier tout proche du centre historique ( à 5 min)
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jul 2023
Thomas
Sehr warm im Zimmer und ringhörig.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Sep 2022
Oliver
Freundlich und unkompliziert.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2022
Jörg
Nur zu empfehlen 😊
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2022
Eveline
Zu laut,
Nahe vom Centrum sehr gut
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2022
Matthias
Konnte ohne Schwierigkeiten nach 21 Uhr einchecken
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2022
Marc
Kein tv, badezimmer sehr einfach
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2022
Constance
Schöne, zentrale Lage und saubere Zimmer. Balkon und Sonnenschutz haben wir sehr geschätzt.
Freundliches hilfsbereites Personal.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2021
Ralph

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.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Preis-/Leistung stimmt für mich überhaupt nicht.
Austattung und Zimmer sind OK für eine Jugendherberge aber der Preis dafür einfach überrissen!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Gut gelegen
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
04 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Die Lage war gut.
Leisure Partner

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Youth Hostel Locarno
Palagiovani Via B Varenna 18, Locarno, Switzerland

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