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Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel Interlaken, hotel in Interlaken

The family-friendly Backpackers Villa in Interlaken, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, offers simple yet stylish rooms that are individually decorated.

I had a single room while my friends shared a 4-bedder. I was pleasantly surprised with the service and the facilities of this hostel. Everything was all organized like the kitchen, check in and out process, breakfast, etc. It was clean and comfortable. Very good value for money! If you’re able to get a single/double room (not easy as it’s booked out quickly), it’s much worth staying here than many overpriced properties in Interlaken. (p.s. I like the little illustrated reflection book with verses in the room)
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
2,933 reviews
Price from
£134
1 night, 2 adults
Chalet Hostel @ Backpackers Villa Interlaken, hotel in Interlaken

Set in Interlaken, 1.3 km from Interlaken East Port, Chalet Hostel @ Backpackers Villa Interlaken offers accommodation with a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace.

Got label to put on food, and bed sheets are already put on when arrive
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
820 reviews
Price from
£106
1 night, 2 adults
Interlaken Youth Hostel, hotel in Interlaken

Right next to Interlaken Ost Train Station, Youth Hostel Interlaken is situated between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a snack bar.

The location is superb. Just a few meters walk from the train station. It is just a train away from Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen and other amazing areas you can explore. So if you are planning to visit those places, you can just stay in this hostel and take a train going there. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the staff are amazing! Will definitely stay here again. 😁
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
2,710 reviews
Price from
£180
1 night, 2 adults
Adventure Hostel Interlaken, hotel in Interlaken

Situated in Interlaken, 20 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Adventure Hostel Interlaken features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a bar.

friendly staff, comfy beds and a great view of the mountain. excellent breakfast
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,542 reviews
Price from
£192
1 night, 2 adults
Walters Hostel Interlaken, hotel in Interlaken

Located in Interlaken, 19 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Walters Hostel Interlaken provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Walter was a great and accomodating host. He had the room ready on time and even carried our bags to the room for us. The rooms are extremely large and worth the money
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,264 reviews
Price from
£87
1 night, 2 adults
Alplodge, hotel in Interlaken

Alplodge is located in the centre of Interlaken, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. A pleasant common kitchen and free Wi-Fi in the lobby are at guests’ disposal.

The location & view from the room
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
1,103 reviews
Price from
£124
1 night, 2 adults
Happy Inn Lodge, hotel in Interlaken

Offering a restaurant, a bar and a terrace where guests can dine during summer, Happy Inn Lodge is located in Interlaken’s centre. In winter, a shuttle service to the surrounding ski areas is...

clean rooms and toilets
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
1,599 reviews
Price from
£63
1 night, 2 adults
Funny Farm Backpackers, hotel in Interlaken

Centrally located, a 3-minute drive from Interlaken’s West Train Station, Funny Farm offers great-value accommodation within natural surroundings. It features a summer outdoor pool and a ski school.

Its near the train station and turns out the hotel is really big
Scored 7.5
7.5
Rated good
Good
3,388 reviews
Price from
£97
1 night, 2 adults
Budget Waldhotel Unspunnen, hotel in Interlaken

Featuring free WiFi and free parking, the Budget Waldhotel is within a 20-minute walk or a 4-minute drive from the Interlaken-West train station.

It suited our purpose perfectly. Good value for money. Nice breakfast.
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
558 reviews
Price from
£104
1 night, 2 adults
Lake Lodge Hostel, hotel in Interlaken

In our LAKE LODGE, a classic Swiss chalet right on Lake Brienz, we offer affordable accommodation in a total of 20 family-friendly twin, double, four-bed, or six-bed rooms.

Nice view
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,424 reviews
Price from
£64
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof - Hostel Interlaken
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 2,933 reviews

    The family-friendly Backpackers Villa in Interlaken, in the heart of the Bernese Oberland, offers simple yet stylish rooms that are individually decorated.

    Staff were excellent and helpful breakfast was great

  • Chalet Hostel @ Backpackers Villa Interlaken
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 820 reviews

    Set in Interlaken, 1.3 km from Interlaken East Port, Chalet Hostel @ Backpackers Villa Interlaken offers accommodation with a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace.

    Location very nice and clean staff was very helpful

  • Walters Hostel Interlaken
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,264 reviews

    Located in Interlaken, 19 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Walters Hostel Interlaken provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Great location. Host was so very nice and helpful.

  • Balmers Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,003 reviews

    Come to Balmers and stay in the oldest private hostel in Switzerland! Our hostel is situated in three traditional Swiss wooden chalets that surround a courtyard, terras and garden.

    Ita has a nice vibe. And staff were very friendly and helpful.

  • RiverLodge TCS Training & Freizeit AG
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 692 reviews

    Located on the banks of the River Aare, RiverLodge TCS Training & Freizeit AG offers affordable accommodation less than 20 minutes on foot from the Interlaken centre and 900 metres from the...

    Best Location It’s on the river close to ost station

  • Happy Inn Lodge
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,599 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, a bar and a terrace where guests can dine during summer, Happy Inn Lodge is located in Interlaken’s centre.

    Ideal location, lovely staff and comfortable room.

  • Budget Waldhotel Unspunnen
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 558 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and free parking, the Budget Waldhotel is within a 20-minute walk or a 4-minute drive from the Interlaken-West train station.

    Friendly staff, quiet location, views, old charm.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Interlaken

  • Sleep and Go - Budget
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Sleep and Go - Budget is set in Interlaken in the Canton of Bern region, 21 km from Grindelwald Terminal and 22 km from Giessbachfälle. Private parking is available on site.

  • Adventure Hostel Interlaken
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,542 reviews

    Situated in Interlaken, 20 km from Grindelwald Terminal, Adventure Hostel Interlaken features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    Awesome location, staff, breakfast, atmosphere and fondue 😍

  • Interlaken Youth Hostel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,710 reviews

    Right next to Interlaken Ost Train Station, Youth Hostel Interlaken is situated between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun. It offers free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a snack bar.

    Good breakfast, soundproof, clean..on train station

  • Alplodge
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,103 reviews

    Alplodge is located in the centre of Interlaken, between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz. A pleasant common kitchen and free Wi-Fi in the lobby are at guests’ disposal.

    What a beautiful location and view .. just amazing

  • Funny Farm Backpackers
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,388 reviews

    Centrally located, a 3-minute drive from Interlaken’s West Train Station, Funny Farm offers great-value accommodation within natural surroundings. It features a summer outdoor pool and a ski school.

    Great location, beautiful view from room, clean room

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Hostels that guests love in Interlaken

  • Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 692 reviews
    It's a perfect place if you just want to spend a night to sleep at the budgeted cost. You'll get a room with bunk bed to sleep, the other services like kitchen, rest-room, shower etc. are shared. The location is also great as it's near to the Interlaken OST station. You'll get the nice view of Aare river tributary just outside the stay.
    Mehul
    Group
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 820 reviews
    Can't fault this place. Definitely one of if not the best hostel I've stayed in. Clean facilities, comfy bedding, two types of charging ports near the bed swiss and European which suited me as I only had European. Good laundry facilities 10 CHF for wash and dry is free and the building was just lovely. Lots of places to chill sit, indoors and out and free locker storage on day of arrival and departure downstairs. I will be coming back here.
    Gretta
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,599 reviews
    Budget friendly hostel near Interlaken West. And few bus stops away from Interlaken OST. Room was clean. Kitchen has all amenities apart from the oven. Overall it was a nice experience.
    Puja Adhikari
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,388 reviews
    Ignore other reviews, if you are here for an authentic budget backpacking experience look no further. This hostel is in a beautiful classic building, has amazing friendly and fun staff who went out of their way to add to our trip, great late night vibes and the lobby is even home to a lovely big St Bernard named Kai.
    William
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £372.27
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 2,933 reviews
    I’ve never stayed at a Hostel before! My son, 14 and myself had a private room and although very $$ for a hostel, it was so much cheaper than other hotels. It honestly was perfect. The room was simple but had everything we needed and space. The breakfast was free and so good! Washing was $$$ but handy! I would definitely stay there again.
    Samantha Lee
    Family with young children
  • Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,388 reviews
    It was probably the cheapest hostel is a great location with a very eclectic atmosphere. Its hostel as well as a hotel I think. The building is definitely old so it has a lot of interesting character.
    Maria
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £153.02
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,103 reviews
    Great location, facilities are cleaned multiple times per day, great view from room and rooftop, staff speaks good English. This is the best hostel I have stayed in Europe!
    Ella
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,599 reviews
    Perhaps the cheapest youth hostel in Interlaken. You get what you pay for. Everything was perfect, the room was clean and also the sharing toilette and bad room. If you are hungry, just go down the stairs because it is a bar. And very close to the Interlaken West train station. After that, the supermarket and a lot of restaurants were nearby. What I found maybe a bit annoying was the squeaking of the wooden floor (I think, because it is an old building).
    Tania
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £153.02
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,103 reviews
    one of the best hostels with the fabulous view from the room. neat and tidy, excellent location. the breakfast was quite worth the money.very nice staff and good service. the only downside was the bunk bed was extremely squeaky and it made noise even with a slightest movement , otherwise I had the best stay! thank you Keerthi
    keerthi
    Solo traveller

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