Geissstutzstrasse 12, 3818 Grindelwald, Switzerland
#35 of 45 hotels in Grindelwald
Guests' ChoiceBased on 491 hostel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Location
8.1
Facilities
8.4
Staff
8.8
Value for money
8.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 September 2025
Pradeep
IndiaThe room is located at a very high altitude. With my luggage I had to trek that distance. May be a better communication on the route provided would have done better. Lifts are also missing may be u can attach one to shift luggage.
It was a nice room and the view of the north face from the room was really nice. Met some nice people in the room whom I had good interaction with.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 September 2025
Tra
VietnamThe hostel should inform us that the final bus to the hostel will be at 6.30pm.
Very good breakfast with wide ranges of food. The view for breakfast is so wonderful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Heissenberg
United StatesNo Bus after 7
Good
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Dave
United StatesCheck in process took 30-40 min
Location
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 August 2025
Neeraj
United KingdomIts a trek from the Grindelwald town to get to the hostel
Breakfast, View and rooms were all brilliant
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Jennifer
United StatesReally, no complaints. The location was maybe a little inconvenient, but not too bad. The bus stop was just down the street so it was really easy to get to town and back, or a 20 min walk.
This hostel was very clean and beautifully kept. The facilities were very nice with lots of areas to hang out.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Mary
Philippinesvery loud squeaky floors. and last bust trip is only until 6 45 pm. better to go back to hostel early to not miss it out.
good breakfast and dinner. and has a very nice view. worth every penny. very chilling place
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Wu
Chinabetter to prepare shampoo and bath towel
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Megha
United KingdomStaff was a little non-cooperative wrt luggage issues, check-in times etc. Also, I didn't like the location of the hotel as getting there on foot with luggage is a nightmare!
Beautiful room, only the wooden floor creaks a lot, washrooms were quite clean and accessible. Breakfast spread was good. Hotel offers a good scenic view.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Hui
AustraliaLocation. Its high up on the hills and the bus going there finishes really early like before 7pm. We worked up with our backpacks and luggage it was agonizing... Don't recommend to anyone. But getting a taxi up is 35chf... The food They provide was affordable But a bit horrible...
The view was awesome.great staff working till 9pm. They have a canteen providing affordable food. Have laundry. Luggage storage. Clean. Great breakky.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Jeremy
United StatesSuper clean and efficient. Fair warning its a little hike straight uphill from the train station unless you grab a bus or taxi. This was a great warm up in the mornings, not so pleasant in the evenings after hiking all day and the buses stop early to this point. We stayed in the new building in a family room with 2 sets of bunks and everything was super clean with a great mountain view. Downside was minimal airflow and no fans. You will have to rent towels for 12chf and a 40chf deposit if you don't have your own. You will also need coins if you want to use the laundry or want to lock the lockers. Breakfast was great and they do have dinner options though we ate in town.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Davide
ItalyThe location is beautiful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Donna
United KingdomA very traditional youth hostel, set back from the centre of Grindelwald so you truly feel like you are in nature. Stunning views of the mountains from the terrace and the rooms - if you are looking for a quiet hostel where you can sit and embrace and admire the beautiful Swiss landscape then this is it. Three things to mention which were different from many other youth hostels: (1) there wasn't a separate plug socket for each bed in the dorms. Not an issue for me but this may bother some people. (2) WiFi worked perfectly well 90% of the time but did drop out on occasion. (3) there is not a kitchen (but they do have a fridge you could keep items in). Also... The hostel is set back from Grindelwald and it is a STEEP slope to walk there. I managed to do this with my rucksack the first night but after that did get the bus each day. So at times it felt like I was working around the bus timetable. Overall however - a great stay in a secluded, quiet hostel, where I felt away from the tourist drag of Grindelwald and was very happy to have stayed there.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Clyde
MaltaThe location is on top of a steep hill and if you have luggage, it is challenging to reach. Best to wait for a bus.
The quality of the food for breakfast and dinner was very good. Great value for this region. Staff are very helpful. The shared bathrooms were very clean at all times. Overall, we had a great stay.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Emma
United KingdomThe mattress sheets are like sandpaper, definitely need new ones
Gorgeous views over the mountains, a little out the way of the busy village but can just get the 122 bus to it. Lovely simple breakfast. I never had the dinners but looked good for the price!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Ka
Hong KongGood location and affordable price. Stunning view when enjoying breakfast at the restaurant balcony
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Mariken
Netherlandsthe view, the food and the relaxed atmophere
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 8 July 2025
Rachel
United KingdomGood location, great walks staff very accommodating, Grindelwald is a great place to stay..
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Cleo
United StatesHad to pay for many amenities which was frustrating
Really beautiful location, great food, amazing free breakfast, great facilities
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Said
OmanGreat location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Evie
United KingdomBeautiful location with friendly staff and a great free breakfast. Perfect place to explore the copious amount of hikes and Mountain Views!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Marcoux
CanadaBefore we got our bus passes, we had to hike a very steep climb with all of our luggage to get to the hostel.
Beautiful hostel. Free wifi and clean rooms, good breakfast
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 14 June 2025
Sandra
United StatesNo elevator and less parking space.
The view in our room balcony was breathtaking.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 June 2025
Paul
AustraliaAwesome view. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed in June 2025
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