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Youth Hostel Locarno

2.0 star property
Travelers can easily explore the area with tour and ticket assistance, while practical amenities like complimentary newspapers and luggage storage enhance the stay.

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Youth Hostel Locarno welcomes guests with a hearty breakfast, an arcade/game room for downtime, and convenient laundry facilities. Rooms offer garden views and WiFi connectivity. The property has earned a reputation for its friendly staff who help visitors feel at home.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Private Bathroom (Sextuple)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Desk
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

Standard Shared Dormitory (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
3 bathrooms
Desk
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Desk
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6 Bed Dormitory with Shower and Toilet

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 2 Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room With Shower And Toliet

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed Room

  • Sleeps 2

4 Bed Room with Shower and Toilet

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Room(Bunk Bed )

  • Sleeps 4

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room with Shower

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room With Shower And Toliet

  • Sleeps 2

Sextuple Room With Shower

  • Sleeps 6

Standard Double Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Locarno is home to Youth Hostel Locarno. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bolle di Magadino and Monte Verità, while Castello Visconteo and Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at National Youth Sports Centre or Maccagno Stadium. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, or hop on a bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Locarno travel guide
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Palagiovani, Via B. Varenna 18, Locarno, 6600

What's nearby

  • Castello Visconteo featuring a ruin and heritage architecture
    Castello Visconteo
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza Grande
    Old Town
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza Grande showing road cycling as well as an individual femail
    Piazza Grande
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chiesa Santa Maria Assunta
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Ristorante Svizzero
    10 min walk
  • Mono Bar
    9 min walk
  • Bar Fashion
    10 min walk
  • Alletorri Snack Bar
    9 min walk
  • Ristorante Portico
    8 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Locarno

Property highlights
A free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Youth Hostel Locarno. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Self parking (surcharge), meeting rooms, and free newspapers
  • An elevator, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 77 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and desks

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Property amenities

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

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

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
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

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 3.10 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 3.10 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
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.

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

Is Youth Hostel Locarno pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CHF 10 per day.

What time is check-in at Youth Hostel Locarno?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Youth Hostel Locarno?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Youth Hostel Locarno located?

Situated in Locarno, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Chiesa di San Francesco, Pinacoteca Comunale Casa Rusca, and Chiesa Nuova. Old Town and Chiesa Santa Maria Assunta are also within 10 minutes. Locarno F.A.R.T Station is 16 minutes by foot and Locarno Station is 17 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Youth Hostel Locarno Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sinisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis

Ein gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis, ruhige Lage, Autobahnnähe...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
スタッフの対応がとても素晴らしかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katja

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

10/10 Excellent

Karin

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

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

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sehr warm im Zimmer und ringhörig.
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

10/10 Excellent

Jörg

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

8/10 Good

Eveline

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Constance

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

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

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Preis-/Leistung stimmt für mich überhaupt nicht. Austattung und Zimmer sind OK für eine Jugendherberge aber der Preis dafür einfach überrissen!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Gut gelegen
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Die Lage war gut.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Mattia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ostello molto datato, rumoroso e molto costoso! Sconsiglio vivamente! Personale poco professionale e scortese!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Jugenherberge, zentral gelegen und sehr freundliches Personal. Ich werde wieder kommen.;-)
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Personnel sympathique
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Laut Beschreibung inkl. Bad und WC im Zimmer. Dies war leider falsch da nur Gemeinschafts Duschen und WCs vorhanden waren. Dafür war dann das Preis Leistungsverhältnis nicht gut. Die Wände sind sehr dünn, Telefongespräche des Nachbarn oder Spülgeräusche aus dem daneben liegenden WCs deutlich zu hören.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unterkunft zu empfehlen

Preis/Leistung war gut, Personal sehr freundlich, Zimmer sauber
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020