Title: Youth Hostel Avenches - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=15496177&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Youth Hostel Avenches Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and a restaurant ## Photo gallery for Youth Hostel Avenches ![Exterior - Youth Hostel Avenches (Avenches)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/a2166015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bed sheets - Youth Hostel Avenches (Avenches)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/fe559f57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Youth Hostel Avenches (Avenches)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/64a2dff5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children's play area - outdoor - Youth Hostel Avenches (Avenches)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/cb683213.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Youth Hostel Avenches (Avenches)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/22fcb6db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Youth Hostel Avenches offers a free breakfast buffet and various recreation options, including playground games and an arcade room. Enjoy scenic garden views and relax on the terrace with WiFi. Families love the friendly atmosphere. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 10 - Dec. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=15496177&PinnedHotelID=15496177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=15496177&PinnedHotelID=15496177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 11 - Dec. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=15496177&PinnedHotelID=15496177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=15496177&PinnedHotelID=15496177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 12 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=15496177&PinnedHotelID=15496177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=15496177&PinnedHotelID=15496177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=15496177&PinnedHotelID=15496177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=15496177&PinnedHotelID=15496177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 10 of 10 rooms ### View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/a90832f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Pet friendly - 97 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Sextuple room) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/f4cff7a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Sextuple room) ### Highlights Heating Pet friendly - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/962b0e66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Pet friendly - 135 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/fe559f57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Pet friendly - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/962b0e66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm) ### Highlights Heating - 135 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in a 6 bed dormitory) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/f4cff7a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in a 6 bed dormitory) ### Highlights Heating - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/93538d5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/1ec8234a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Twin Room Shared BathRoom ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15500000/15496200/15496177/3bfb6232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room Shared BathRoom - Sleeps 2 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/game room. You'll also find perks like: - Self parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and secured bicycle storage - Barbecue grills, a water dispenser, and 1 meeting room - A billiards/pool table and smoke-free premises More amenities include: - Shared bathrooms with showers - Heating and limited housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35190000/35182300/35182221/ed568f90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Domaine NDR Villars-sur-Glane - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 121 reviews CA $199 CA $216 total includes taxes & fees Dec 22 - Dec 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-22&endDate=2025-12-23&selected=35182221&PinnedHotelID=35182221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104090000/104085800/104085769/c6183889.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Jäger Jeuss - Murten - 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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 - Coffee and tea in common areas - Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of CHF 19.50; reservation required ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle storage - Billiards/pool table - Library - Playground ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Playground ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (once per stay) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - 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. - No elevator (single-level property) - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 100% renewable energy - 3 floors - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Smoking not allowed - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Heating - Water-efficient showers ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in 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 ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees 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 2.00 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - 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. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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 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 This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Youth Avenches Youth Hostel Avenches Avenches Youth Hostel Avenches Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Youth Hostel Avenches Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Avenches ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Youth Hostel Avenches pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Youth Hostel Avenches? ### What time is check-out at Youth Hostel Avenches? ### Where is Youth Hostel Avenches located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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