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Reviews of Friendly Hostel Zürich

3 Strehlgasse, Zurich Old Town - City Center, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

#93 of 127 hotels in Zurich

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 1259 hostel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free Wifi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Good location and nice Hostel. I was in a 3 person mixed room and it was comfortable, spacious and quiet with only one other person. The kitchen is small but adequate and a nice terrace on the roof. The staff were very helpful and accommodating for my later check in. thank you.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    7.0
    It’s a pleasant stay overall
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Internet! The lady staff even dont know how to fix it and I did it by myself! Just take note guys if you are booking here and the internet went down, just locate where is the router and hard reboot both of it. Turn it off and wait for 10seconds before turning it on again. Staircase. It is sl steep. But that’s okay if you are a backpacker.

    It’s proximity with the Zurich HB, just 15mins walk. It is clean as well

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2024

    8.0
    Perfect location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    wifi bit slow

    Perfect location in the central area. easy to walk around and not far from the main station! easy to check in and out!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2024

    8.0
    Perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Late check in, no luggage storage available

    Great Location, very clean and tidy. Loved the rooftop area.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Mixed room for boys and girls☹️

    15mns walk from the train station👌🏻

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 23, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was really good and wonderful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is great, everything is very neat and I was aware through the previous reviews about the stairs to get to the room. However what I wasn’t expecting and honestly didn’t find any good reason for it, is the fact that we have to make our own beds. And I mean put the linens on and add the cover to the duvet. I have been to many hostels throughout my life and have never been expected to make it myself, since we are paying for the bed and its commodities. Besides that, it is a nice hostel and the hostess is very friendly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2024

    7.0
    Good to be there
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kitchen is very bad

    Comfortable, clean, great location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the hostel vibes and location is in the best place in zurich

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 8, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Someone ate half of my sandwich in the fridge. However er I rapped it so many times and I was super passed about it.

    Friendly staff and helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Tall spiral staircase makes getting heavy luggage upstairs a bit of a pain. Only kitchen appliance that worked was the microwave with the stove etc etc being non functional.

    Bathrooms were quite clean & spacious, beds were comfortable enough with a nice view out the window. Free storage of bags after checkout was nice too.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was excellent, room and toilet was very clean,

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Prise expensive. Payment of 10 CHF for late checking between 22h & midnight.

    Very good location, clean

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs that you have to carry the luggage.

    Very clean, central and nice place.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: February 7, 2024

    9.0
    Perfect for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The kitchen is pretty small, there is no living room or a place to eat and spend time. I tried to leave my luggage in the hostel before my check in and nobody open the door or answer my calls

    The hostel is in the heart of Zurich, it's worthy. Comfortable bed, beautiful place, the woman in reception is so gentil

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2024

    8.0
    Good hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kitchen was small, but okay for a cup of tea or some noodles ;)

    Good location, friendly lady at the reception, nice bathroom

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 23, 2024

    7.0
    Cute little hostel - not too far from Zurich HBF
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It says there are some stairs - there are quite a lot of very thin spiral staircases with steep steps (not necessarily a negative but definitely something you should know). Kitchen was a little bit run down, and really only the kettle and microwave worked (again, that was all I needed, but something to know).

    Lovely little hostel, good location, very clean! Stayed in the room of three and although there were no curtains around the beds, I didn't feel too exposed. Bathroom was nice and clean. Great for a one night stay!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 16, 2024

    8.0
    It was a very pleasant stay :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    it might be difficult for people to climb up the steep stairs with a big luggage, although it's not a problem for me since I was a backpacker.

    the location is great, and the place is extremely clean (with pleasant scent in the well-decorated bathroom).

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 11, 2024

    9.0
    clean room, quiet at night, and good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No lift, I need to workout to carry my luggage.

    In my opinion, I would highlight 3 things; a clean room, quiet at night, and a good location. The kitchen is small but is fully equipped. Nice rooftop with excellent view to relax.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No elevator. I need to carry my very big luggage up.

    Perfect location and cozy place. The lady can't speak good English but we communicate well via Google translate. And she's very helpful.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 27, 2023

    7.0
    Cheap property, clean, but some inconveniences. However small property so I doubt would get too busy. I.e 1x 4 bed dorm,
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very late check in time (4pm). No luggage storage provided either (although we did manage an earlier check in for a reduced fee). Although sign on the front door strongly suggests this is not an option. Faint church bell atleast every 15 mins during the night.

    Central location. Small kitchen to assist with self catering if preferred. Lovely shared balcony to look across the rooftops and to sit outside. Clean shared facilities, great hot water. Power outlet provided to each bed. Wifi strong.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 20, 2023

    7.0
    .
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The least interesting things are the late check-in time of 4pm, the stairs to get to the hostel and the lack of a sign at the door indicating the hostel's entrance. It's difficult to find the entrance.

    The most interesting thing about this accommodation is its location, right in the centre of Zurich and close to everything.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2023

    7.0
    Three beds bedroom
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Safety thinking doesn't seem to be on the agenda that much. I have not seen any smoke or carbon monoxide detectors/alarms. Furthermore, I won't go into details not to make it even less secure, but one should be happy there's a small lockable locker in the bedroom. Apart from that small locker there are no other lockers or even wardrobes/cupboards in the bedroom.

    Amazing location right in the heart of the city centre. It's a very quiet hostel, which I appreciate. The room was not overcrowded either.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2023

    8.0
    Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Maybe a little too easy to walk off the street and into your room, but it’s a nice area so not really an issue for me personally.

    Nice friendly people in the hostel. Overall just fine

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2023

    8.0
    Really nice, perfect location. Loud and crowded. Otherwise very quant and nice place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No communist social room. Crowded rooms. Would rather be further out as better value for 50 chf outside Zurich central and tram into town.

    Central. Clean. Nice receptionist.

    Stayed in December 2023

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