At Youth Hostel Richterswil, experience a vibrant atmosphere with a free breakfast buffet and lunch at the on-site restaurant. Unwind in the garden or catch some fun in the playground and arcade/game room.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Free breakfast
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Child-friendly activities
Main amenities (12)
On the beach
Restaurants
Self parking
Terrace
Garden
Arcade/games room
Library
Snack bar/deli
Vending machine
Meeting room
Picnic area
Free newspapers in the lobby
Feel at home (6)
Playground on-site
Garden
Terrace
Arcade/games room
Self-parking (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
The current price is £112
£112
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Room options
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Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Heating
Desk
15 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Single Bunk Beds
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Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)
Highlights
Heating
Desk
15 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Heating
Desk
Pet friendly
15 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
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Swiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee - 10 min drive - 11.0 km
Alpamare Water Park - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
Rapperswil Castle - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
Lindt & Sprüngli Chocolateria - 16 min drive - 21.5 km
Einsiedeln Abbey - 21 min drive - 16.1 km
Getting around
Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 56 min drive
Wädenswil Lake Station - 25 min walk
Wädenswil Station - 27 min walk
Bäch Station - 27 min walk
Restaurants
Sailor's Pub - 1 min walk
Burger King - 4 min drive
Restaurant Dapura Mia - 5 min walk
Fabrikbeiz - 3 min drive
Restaurant Sternesee - 5 min drive
About this property
Youth Hostel Richterswil
When visiting Richterswil, Youth Hostel Richterswil is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Seebeizli, which serves lunch. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden.
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
27 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 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
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 cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
On-site self-parking (CHF 10 per night)
On-site parking is limited
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–9 AM
Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
Restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Playground
What to do
On the beach
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Arcade/games room
Accessibility
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Special features
Dining
Seebeizli – This bistro serves lunch and light fare.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Hosted evening meal costs CHF 19.50
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/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 night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.
Does Youth Hostel Richterswil offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Youth Hostel Richterswil 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Youth Hostel Richterswil?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Youth Hostel Richterswil?
Yes. Self-parking costs CHF 10 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Youth Hostel Richterswil?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Youth Hostel Richterswil?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Swiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee (10-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Youth Hostel Richterswil and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities such as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Youth Hostel Richterswil?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Seebeizli.
What's the area around Youth Hostel Richterswil like?
Youth Hostel Richterswil is located a short 3-minute walk from Richterswil Ferry Terminal.
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Youth Hostel Richterswil Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2023
The hostal is situated just in front of the Zurich lake. Beautiful surroundings.The rooms very clean and the breakfast full.
Malgorzata
Malgorzata, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Oct 2024
Super nettes Personal
Kornelius
Kornelius, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Nov 2024
SOON BAE
SOON BAE, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Nov 2024
In guter Erinnerung
meine Schwester und ich mit meinen 2 Hunden, haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt in einem tollen Zimmer mit See-Sicht übernachten zu dürfen.
Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen und wurde sogar nachgefragt ob alles ok wäre.
Unsere "Sonderwünsche" wurden erfüllt. Uns bleibt der Aufenthalt in schöner Erinnerung. Vielen Dank!
Rebekka
Rebekka, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Frank
Frank, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
9 Oct 2024
verbesserungsfähig
Zimmer primitiv eingerichtet. Lampe fehlt bei Bett, Steckplatz fehlt zum Natel laden, Ablage fehlt zum Deponieren der Brill, Hörgeräte usw.
Josef
Josef, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Sept 2024
Frank
Frank, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Nov 2023
Wunderbare Lage direkt am See. Sehr freundliches Personal.
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2023
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Sept 2023
Davide
Davide, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
15 Jul 2023
Terje
Terje, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jun 2023
Markus
Markus, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2022
Eri
Eri, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2022
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Oct 2022
Jean-Théodore
Jean-Théodore, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2022
KUAN-HENG
KUAN-HENG, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2022
YUNG-CHI
YUNG-CHI, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug 2022
Kathrin
Kathrin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jun 2022
Horst
Horst, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jun 2022
Great scenic location. Good rooms and local amenities.
Breakfast incredibly unsustainable, a lot of meat and dairy is provided- sad news for the animals and the planet. However there were some vegan options.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 May 2022
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Aug 2021
Très bel endroit
Bien mais plage à côté bruyante jusqu’à minuit (feux d’artifices et pétards, peu respectueux de l’auberge à côté où les gens dorment ou essaient de dormir !
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2019
colombe
colombe, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 Oct 2019
+ Nice location and very charming peaceful place. Staffs are very friendly and cooperative. Breakfast was very nice. Lakeside view is mesmerizing experience and we loved it.
- We missed some room cleaning and in our room WiFi connection was not smooth ( lakeside view). In fact, could not use WiFi at all inside the room. Very far away from Zurich center (40 min by train ). One way ticket 🎫 is about 12€and up down around 24€/adult. It’s very expensive.