Youth Hostel Grindelwald

Property class: 2
Grindelwald ski hostel with free ski shuttle and ski storage

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Youth Hostel Grindelwald features a free ski shuttle and puts you near winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Guests have more money for fun in the snow with free perks like WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Skiers will appreciate access to ski passes and storage.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurant
  • Free ski shuttle
  • Ski storage
  • Ski passes
  • Self parking
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Arcade/game room
$215 nightly
The total price is $233
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

A room with wooden beams, bunk beds, a radiator, and a window with a view.

Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a small table.

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Single Room, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with two beds, a window with curtains, a bedside lamp, and a radiator.

Single Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)

A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a small table.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with two beds, a window with curtains, a bedside lamp, and a radiator.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Geissstutzstrasse 12, Grindelwald, BE, 3818

What's nearby

  • Grindelwald - Wengen Ski Area - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bussalp - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sportzentrum Grindelwald - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Grindelwald Grund Gondola - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • First Cable Car - 5 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 144 min drive
  • Grindelwald Station - 12 min walk
  • Zweiluetschinen Station - 14 min drive
  • Grindelwald Grund Station - 20 min walk
  • Free ski shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Da Salvi - ‬19 min walk
  • Berghaus Pfingstegg
  • ‪Pinte Bellevue - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Alte Post - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Central Hotel Wolter - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Grindelwald

  • Youth Hostel Grindelwald features a free ski shuttle and puts you near winter activities like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Guests have more money for fun in the snow with free perks like WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Skiers will appreciate access to ski passes and storage.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 32 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10 AM) and Monday - Sunday (4 PM - 9:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (CHF 10 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited

Offsite

    • Free ski shuttle

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Ski passes
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Grab bar near toilet

Ski

  • Free ski shuttle
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Ski rental shops
  • Snowshoeing nearby

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: ibex fairstay. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. Exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.20 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 1.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal costs CHF 19.50

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Self parking costs CHF 10 per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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.

Also known as

Youth Grindelwald
Jugendherberge Grindelwald Hotel
Youth Hostel Grindelwald Grindelwald
Youth Hostel Grindelwald Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Youth Hostel Grindelwald offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Youth Hostel Grindelwald does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Youth Hostel Grindelwald?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Youth Hostel Grindelwald?

Yes. Self parking costs CHF 10 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Youth Hostel Grindelwald?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Youth Hostel Grindelwald?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Interlaken Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Youth Hostel Grindelwald and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Youth Hostel Grindelwald?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Youth Hostel Grindelwald like?

Youth Hostel Grindelwald is a short 8-minute walk from Grindelwald - Wengen Ski Area and 20 minutes' walk from First Cable Car.

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Reviews

Youth Hostel Grindelwald Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was good, plentiful, and offered a beautiful view. (10 reviews)
  • The restaurant served delicious food and the staff were super friendly. (3 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

Great hostel! Very clean and conveniently located
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome experience staying at this hostel. The reception manager was extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the local area. He explained the amenities and the processes of the hostel very clearly. This place also provides guests with a Grindlewald Guest Card. Extremely professional staff, great food and awesome location.
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8/10 Very good

The space of the hotel room is large, but there is no place to hang clothes and dry after washing clothes. There is no refrigerator in the room, but you can put it in the freezer in the public space. You need to bring your own toothpaste, toothbrush, slippers and hair dryer. Breakfast is simple. It takes about 12 minutes from the hotel to the bus station, but the road down the mountain is relatively sloping, and only one bus can go directly. It takes half an hour. You can get off at the hotel in 13 minutes and walk for 1 minute. If you can catch up with that bus every time, it is very convenient! One of the key points is that the last bus back to the hotel is at 18:45. So you can't play too late, or you have to walk up the mountain.
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful location with some incredible views and vistas. The rooms are comfortable but with hot weather outside the rooms do get quite warm and uncomfortable at night. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff super friendly. The front desk closes late morning to late afternoon which is a problem if your travel plans are delayed. The property is about a 10 minute bus ride or 20 minute walk from downtown which makes it nice a peaceful. The walk up is steep but not that bad (unless you have rolling luggage). Overall a wonderful experience!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view of the mountains. Excellent breakfast. Great games room for rhe kids.
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10/10 Exceptional

Stunning Mountain View’s. Family Friendly
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8/10 Very good

Decent rooms with good facilities/amenities and great view, although it takes a fair amount of effort to get there (Roads in the area are quite steep, something to consider if you've got heavy luggage). Otherwise, enjoyed my stay there!
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10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff not very friendly, a bit rude but the hostel itself is very nice with a million dollar view.
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8/10 Very good

Good Stay

I’m a 59 year old solo traveler that stayed here September 20-23, 2023. I basically had just one roomie that was super considerate and nice for the two nights. Bed was very comfortable and things were quiet during my stay. Breakfast was good and kept me solid throughout the day. Has great views from my balcony. All-in-all, I pleasant stay and I highly recommend.
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8/10 Very good

Hostel with nice view and reasonable prices

The hostel is not near to town but easily accessible by a bus (they'll give you a bus pass). The views are great though. Best to stock up food or have dinner in town before returning as the dinner (which you can purchase) isn't great.
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10/10 Exceptional

This hostel was an ideal base for two nights for our activities in the Jungfrau region. The view from the terrace (and our room) was breathtaking, shower was powerful and hot (we booked a room with a private bathroom). It was a bit of a walk from town (steep but quite short) but very doable and the buses were handy (though be aware they finish early evening if you are in town for dinner/ drinks). Kettle and microwave also gave some flexibility with meals. Only downside was drinks were to be bought at reception which regularly was busy or unmanned (and when we finally found someone they had limited stock available), though if organised can pick this up in town.
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8/10 Very good

Regarding the location, I can say that it’s not one of the most convenient one’s. But, worth just for the view. I would definitely recommend NOT to stay in a room with 6 people. The house is a bit old, so you keep hearing the floor cracking so it’s hard to sleep with so many people walking around the room. Other than that, the breakfast is good, staff friendly and place always clean.
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4/10 Fair

The Good: Great breakfast and view. Large rooms The Bad: poorly lit area between buildings. Lots of stairs involved to access some rooms and reception. Property "landscaping " was wild and unkempt. Lots of weeds. No fans and windows barely open. It lots of gravelas hot. Tiny bathroom sinks. Could not fill water bottle in the one near my room. One operational shower for females between 2 floors. No frosted window in shower area. You might flash a bicyclist or two! All rooms are mixed. The Ugly: I did not know the bus stopped running at 5 pm.The climb up is at a 45 degree angle. Half the path is steep uneven coarsely graveled steps. Unlit at night. Getting a bus or taxi ($20) is highly recommended.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast, clean rooms and bathrooms.
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8/10 Very good

Very pretty view, breakfast included, and easy access to bathroom/showers. My only complaint: There was only one charger outlet in the corner of the room (to share between the four of us). It was somewhat coming off of the wall. And the charger near the sink didn’t work for me. But overall, wonderful stay! Would recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place, Great price, Outstanding Views. Staff was wonderful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place!!
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10/10 Exceptional

All really well.
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10/10 Exceptional

Judith worked the front desk she was super nice
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente

Excelente
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall is very nice!
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing town

Grindelwald is such a pretty town so this hostel is the most cost effective to stay in grindelwald. Clean and good selection at breakfast. Only disadvantage is that it is located high up on the hill so it’s a steep treck up walking but bus also goes there every half an hour
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything excellent, just to reach by walk is very steep path, better take bus 122 or 121 and there is a stop just by the hostel entrance.
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10/10 Exceptional

Unbelievable views of the mountains. Quiet. Friendly. Clean.