Locarno Youth Hostel
Via B. Varenna 18 , 6600 Locarno, Switzerland – Great location - show map – Railway access
Locarno Youth Hostel
Surrounded by a lush garden, the Youth Hostel Locarno is 1.5 km away from the train station and the Lake Maggiore. The restaurant serves Swiss and Mediterranean cuisine and packed lunches can be provided. A children's play area with toys is available at the Youth Hostel. Table tennis can be played outdoors. The bright rooms have shared or private bathrooms and some have a work desk. Every year, various summer festivals are taking place in Locarno, most notably the Film Festival, which is held in August. The valleys in the Ticino Canton offer several hundreds kilometres of hiking paths and bungee jumping is offered as well. As of January 2017 guests will be able to use all public transport free of charge as well as being granted special rates for various leisure activities during their stay in the southern canton. You are given the “Ticino Ticket” upon arrival and it is valid until the end of your day of departure. For bookings of more than 10 persons, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
Sustainability certification
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Guests who stayed here loved
Francesca
Italy“Position was very good! Close to the bus stop that lead everywhere. Very comfortable bed and toilet very clean. Super breakfast included, didn’t expect!! Super dog friendly, I was with my dog and he was very very welcome !!! Loved it”
Laura
Switzerland“Staff, check in & check out easy and fast, great breakfast with excellent coffee”
Jan
Australia“This was the perfect place to stay while hiking in Valle maggia. It suits us perfectly as we could self cater and eat our own food at the outdoor dining area in the garden. The staff are always very helpful and the rooms very clean and tidy. We...”- Hui
Singapore“It’s within 5-10minute walking to the Central Area where there is restaurant and shops. Also close to some of the attractions” 
Margaret Switzerland“Fantastic staff. Kudos for sweetness, charm and professionalism. Normal CH YH breakfast-plentiful and delicious. Room bright and airy. Fan for daytime as nights were cool enough. Lovely women from Austria, Germany and France sharing . All...”- Margaret Australia“Location great, staff were very friendly & helpful”
- Justyna Switzerland“Super central location, great and helpful staff, practical lockers, yummy breakfast with a variety of food options, clean and modern showers”
- Lavie
United Kingdom“This was a great youth hostel, pretty good as they come. Staff were amazing to help with laundry and good recommendations around the town and Ticino in general. Not overly busy which was nice, and the facilities were all available throughout the...” - Lisa Switzerland“Equipments, people, breakfast, bathrooms were very clean”
Laura Switzerland“I like coming back here. super plus stay for bikers. Bike room and cleaning station at the hostel”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- Open forDinner
Facilities of Locarno Youth HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Toilet paper
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linen
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Cycling
- HikingOff-site
- Table tennis
- Children's playground
- Games room
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Public transport tickets
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Italian
- Portuguese
House rulesLocarno Youth Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Reservations of 10 persons or more, kindly note that different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please inform Locarno Youth Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about Locarno Youth Hostel
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The prices at Locarno Youth Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Locarno Youth Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Children's playground
- Games room
- Table tennis
- Golf course (within 3 km)
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Guests staying at Locarno Youth Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
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Locarno Youth Hostel is 600 yards from the centre of Locarno. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Locarno Youth Hostel has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Check-in at Locarno Youth Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
