Bern Youth Hostel
Weihergasse 4
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Why people book this hotel
“Great location, kitchen food is good, clean”
“The location is great, the breakfast is really good, the staff is friendly, and …”
“The rooms are big, with a separate area for lockers and handwashing”
“Room, outdoor dining area”
“Staff is very friendly and distances are close, Bern is tiny”
“Staff excellent and very helpful”
“The whole place with the garden, the river & the beautiful terrace where the sun…”
“Breakfast was super delicious”
“It’s incredible located, the staff it’s so nice and it’s very clean”
“It’s also very clean — the level of cleanliness really stands out”
“Price is ok for Bern as Switzerland is no cheap travel destination”
“Also with the price it was included the transport and the breakfast perfect deal”
Overview
Reopened in April 2018 after extensive refurbishment and surrounded by a quiet garden with a terrace outdoor chess and morris, this youth hostel in the centre of Bern is just a 5-minute walk from the Swiss Parliament and the Aare River. Free Wi-Fi is available. Guests can chose between rooms with private or shared bathrooms. A music box, a TV, table tennis and tabletop football can be enjoyed in the common area. A varied breakfast buffet is served every morning. Lunch and dinner buffets are available on request. The Bern Youth Hostel is just a short walk from the popular Marzilli public swimming pool on the river, and the Oktogon hammam and spa is located across the street. When booking for more than 10 persons, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Traveller reviews
Shruti
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
“Good good, location, clean - value for money”
Great location, kitchen food is good, clean
Clara
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
“Basic hostel facilities available and CLEAN!”
Simple essential
Travel-Gringo
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
“good option for Berne”
Nice stay close to Aare river. Staff is very friendly and distances are close, Bern is tiny. A big plus are the soundproof windows, as there can be party crowd on the Aare on weekends (I stay on a friday night). Price is ok for Bern as Switzerland is no cheap travel destination. Value for money is good :)
antoun
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
The rooms are big, with a separate area for lockers and handwashing. The location is great, the breakfast is really good, the staff is friendly, and they give you a local transportation pass for your stay.
Ayush
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
“Pleasent stay”
Room, outdoor dining area
Nicola
family_with_children
May 24, 2026
The location was excellent. Rooms and decor lovely. Staff excellent and very helpful.
Jasmeet
couple
May 23, 2026
“Bonito hostal cerca del Río”
Bonita ubicación. Lee and Flo were great
Lison
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
“What a cool experience when it’s sunny !”
The whole place with the garden, the river & the beautiful terrace where the sun comes on morning during breakfast! Also, the mood there is pretty cooool. Lights, bar, space to stay before going bed and everything …
Юлия
family_with_children
May 3, 2026
Amazing people on the reception. Very polite, very professional. The rooms were clear. Breakfast was super delicious.The place where the hotel is situated, is great. Very beautiful place. Will return to You soon. Thank You, dear Youth hostel.
Antje
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
“A good solution for a short and non-fancy stay.”
Quiet surroundings. Great location, very central. The front desk staff was helpful!
Vítor Henrique
solo_traveller
April 26, 2026
“Enchanting stay in Bern”
The location is great, right behind the parliament building, which requires almost climbing a giant hill, but you get a card for free travel on public transport, which allows you to take the lovely cable car. The opposite building, where the rooms are located, is brand new, meaning marvellous acoustic isolation and a fantastic view of the park.
Anna
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
“Incredible price with transport and breakfast included”
It’s incredible located, the staff it’s so nice and it’s very clean. Also with the price it was included the transport and the breakfast perfect deal.
Juliette
solo_traveller
April 4, 2026
“Great stay and night but not an hostel made to meet people”
The location is exceptional! The bed and pillow were very comfy. The staff is nice and the breakfast was good.
Jens-Henning
solo_traveller
March 25, 2026
fantastic location, great receptiona and breakfast, beautiful architecture.
KAROLINE
solo_traveller
March 18, 2026
What I liked the most was the location — right in front of the Aare River, in a really nice area near the park. It’s also very close to the Parliament and main government buildings, just a short walk uphill. The hostel has a bar with music and a great atmosphere, which I really enjoyed. It’s also very clean — the level of cleanliness really stands out. The internet is good and reliable. They also provided a free one-day public transport pass, which was very convenient. On top of that, I appreciated being allowed to check in early and access my room before the standard time.
Vicky
couple
February 26, 2026
“Best place to stay in Bern”
This place is fabulous. Location is amazing, right at the heart of the city so you can walk everywhere. Beautiful view, comfortable beds, great breakfast included in the price, super nice staff, and overall a great vibe.
Manuel
couple
February 20, 2026
“Excellent place, 100% recommended8”
The location is excellent, the staff amazing, the room perfect, the views unbeatable!
Hon U
family_with_children
February 17, 2026
“A decent stay at the heart of a historic city”
The room is tidy and clean, with private bathroom and toilet. The staff are friendly.
Heidi
solo_traveller
February 15, 2026
“Great for stay”
Easy to walk to
Helen
solo_traveller
February 15, 2026
“Perfect for a night as a travel stopover. It’s a pity I couldn’t stay longer as the hostel looked great and I’d like to”
Well located, within walking distance of the station.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Games room, Table tennis, Hiking, Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace
Parking
Parking, Street parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Safety & security
Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Vending machine (drinks), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Packed lunches, Luggage storage
Family Room with Bathroom
The family room provides a wardrobe and heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 4 beds.
Double Room with Bathroom
The double room provides a wardrobe, heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Bathroom
The quadruple room features a wardrobe and heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 4 beds.
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
The quadruple room offers a wardrobe, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 4 beds.
Studio
The fully equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This studio has a private bathroom, a private entrance, a seating area as well as a patio. The unit offers 4 beds.
Single Room with Bathroom
The single room provides a wardrobe, heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 1 bed.
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