Oldtown Hostel Otter | Hostel in Zurich

8.1 (1773 Reviews) |   45 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  12 Guests
Old Town Hostel | Oldtown Hostel Otter

45 Bedroom Hostel in Old Town, Zurich

The Oldtown Hostel Otter and its old-established Wüste Bar is a stylish place for the young-at-heart in Zürich's Old Town, about 984 feet from the Zürich-Stadelhofen train station and the lake. The hostel offers beds in dormitory rooms, as well as individually furbished private rooms with access to a shared lounge with a kitchenette and luggage storage. Surrounded by a wide choice of restaurants, bars, boutiques and international galleries, the Otter Hostel is also a very convenient place to stay. Wireless internet hotspots are available in the entire Oldtown Hostel Otter free of charge. The Kunsthaus art museum and the opera are a 5-minute walk away and the famous Café Odeon is just around the corner. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 5.6 mi from Oldtown Hostel Otter.

Oldtown Hostel Otter is located in Zurich.

This 45 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Guest Services, Laundry, Accessibility, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 1773 reviews with the average score of 8.1 . Coming to Zurich and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 45 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this SunSki place in Zurich. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Oldtown Hostel Otter in Zurich is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Oldtown Hostel Otter”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Oberdorfstrasse 7, Zurich, 8001, Switzerland

Amenities

TV
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Laundry
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18 and the maximum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Males who book the female-only dormitory room will not be permitted to stay and a refund will not be issued, please note that cash payment is not possible at this property, please note that no visitors are allowed in the hostelplease inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.97
Location:
9.44
Staff:
8.95
Facilities:
8.04
Comfort:
7.95
Cleanliness:
8.06
Eirin
Dec 11, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
Norway
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 21 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom, Shampoo

Outdoors

Balcony

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans

View

City view, Landmark view, View

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Sofa bed, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Twin Room with Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 16 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shampoo, Private bathroom

Kitchen

Refrigerator

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans

View

City view

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Budget Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 11 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

Kitchen

Refrigerator

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Trash cans

View

City view, Landmark view, View

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Budget Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared toilet, Shared bathroom

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Lockers, Earplugs, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Budget Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared toilet, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom, Shampoo

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Lockers, Earplugs, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Shared toilet, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom, Shampoo

Kitchen

Refrigerator

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Lockers, Earplugs, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in Male Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom, Shampoo

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Lockers, Earplugs, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom, Shampoo

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Lockers, Earplugs, Trash cans

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Body soap, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom, Shampoo

Kitchen

Refrigerator

General

Heating, Key card access, Reading light, Smoke Alarm, Fan, Lockers, Earplugs, Trash cans

View

City view, Landmark view, View

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Adapter

FAQ's

Is this Oldtown Hostel Otter pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Oldtown Hostel Otter?

Check-in time for Oldtown Hostel Otter starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Oldtown Hostel Otter have a swimming pool?

No, this Oldtown Hostel Otter does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Oldtown Hostel Otter?

Best-rates for the Oldtown Hostel Otter starts from $210 per night with includes Bar, Entertainment, Internet, Kitchen, TV, Sports/Activities, Restaurant, Guest Services, Laundry, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating At SunSki Resorts, we pair every traveler with their perfect accommodation, complete with all necessary facilities. Whether you're traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets, we have the ideal rental for you.

Is Oldtown Hostel Otter a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Oldtown Hostel Otter wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Oldtown Hostel Otter has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Oldtown Hostel Otter?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Oldtown Hostel Otter indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Oldtown Hostel Otter?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Oldtown Hostel Otter are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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