Top budget hotels in Zurich for 2024
Like most destinations in Switzerland, Zurich can be very expensive for visitors. As a result, many tourists just pass through on their way to the next stop of their European journey.
Don’t make the same mistake! Zurich is a wonderful city worthy of your time with vibrant energy and a charming Old Town. With the right planning and some help from our budget travel experts, you can enjoy the city without spending a fortune.
To get started, we’ve picked some of our favorite budget accommodations in Zurich to save on your hotel bill.
More budget tips for Switzerland:
• Travel Guide: 50 Ways to save in Switzerland
• Switzerland on a budget: A 5-day cheapo itinerary
• Zurich Hotel Crush: Sleeping cheap at Zum Guten Glück
Best budget hotels in Zurich, Switzerland
All of the hotels we’ve chosen offer spotless rooms, personal service, and a great location. Rates are below $175 per night — a very nice price for Zurich!
Enjoy a stylish, hip stay at Zum Guten Gluck. Photo: Booking.com
Zum Guten Glück
Neighborhood: Sihlfeld
Doubles from $95
At Zum Guten Glück, you’ll find not only a hotel but also a beloved café and bar. Rooms are stylishly retro and impeccably clean. Rates are low because the guestrooms share bathrooms, but even the shared bathrooms are spotless. You just might want to wake early to get in a shower before the morning rush. Read the full review
Sit in the sunshine on the patio at Zurich Youth Hostel. Photo: Booking.com
Youth Hostel Zurich (Jugendherberge Zurich)
Neighborhood: Around Zurich
Doubles from $132
Whether the hostel scene is your vibe or you’re looking for a private room, the Youth Hostel Zurich is a popular spot with affordable rates. The hostel sits further afield, but it’s only a 15-minute bus or tram ride to downtown. Individual rooms have your choice between private or shared bathrooms. The hostel also offers a restaurant, bar, and lounge for guests to enjoy. Read the full review
Hotel Marta has a clean and modern style without a big price tag.
Hotel Marta
Neighborhood: Altstadt
Doubles from $173
The no-frills Hotel Marta offers clean and comfortable rooms in the heart of Old Town. While the hotel is overall pretty basic, it does offer free Wi-Fi, a plentiful breakfast, and private bathrooms. Furthermore, we really like the minimalist style of the decor. But our favorite part? The Hotel Marta is socially conscious with a mission to employ disadvantaged women in the community. Help a good cause while you save! Read the full review
The rooms at Alexander Guesthouse are absolutely spotless.
Alexander Guesthouse
Neighborhood: Altstadt
Doubles from $167
The Alexander Guesthouse offers nice rooms and outstanding service in an incredible Old Town location. The rooms are simple but come with private bathrooms and complimentary Wi-Fi. We recommend asking for a room in the front, which are slightly more spacious and are filled with natural light. Read the full review
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