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Reviews of Friendly Hostel Zürich

3 Strehlgasse, City Centre, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

#93 of 125 hotels in Zürich

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Review score

Based on 1280 hostel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    8.0
    Quaint Harry potteresque property, very tall, mostly stairs. Friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lots of steps, waiting for the loo/shower

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2023

    8.0
    Bom custo benefício
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are not accessible and there are many floors (there is one room per floor). In one of the rooms I stayed in, the floor seemed to be loose or was just old, as it made a lot of noise when stepped on. There are also no mirrors, which makes it difficult especially for women. I believe that the owner should put limits on baths, as there are 2 bathrooms with showers and many people take a long time to bathe. Finally, check in is very late and check out is very early.

    The main positive point of the hostel is undoubtedly the location, as it is very central. The shower was also good and the entire building was heated.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    7.0
    Good potential,needs more atte ntion to comunication
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Official.checkin is only from 16 All.attempts (that are also offered) for early checkin were in vain I had to stay at tbe street for 30 min before someone came All phone numbers are not active Donr choose it if you want to come before 16 Also.,very narrow and steep stairs to all floors,no elevator Take into consuderation

    Very good location,descent room,spacy for a hostel

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2023

    9.0
    Clean, cosy and comfortable! Great value for money and central stay in the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs could be difficult with heavy luggage.

    The rooms and facilities are kept very clean, with regular cleaning of the bathroom. The mattress and pillow were both very very comfortable. Rooms kept warm and cosy with the central heating.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    9.0
    Very near to station. But hard to find it. For heavy luggage the room is uncomfortable beacuse the beds are at fourth fl
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed is at the 4th floor.

    Very good to stay

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    9.0
    It's a Gem location
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    no elevator and it's very hard to find the address.

    This hostel is a gem. It is located in a very expensive area. The building is surrounded by expensive hotels and signatures shops. and it has a rooftop. It is very close to the Cathedral, to the lake and 1 stop away from Zurich main train station.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was weird that i had to prepare my bed and also take off the sheets before I leave. Have not seen this before…

    Very clean, very comfy bed and pillow and bedding - perfect for a good night sleep. There were too many windows open for the temperature outside in my opinion, not sure this is always the case. I closed some.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen really small but okay for a night

    Hostel was in city center, walking distance to all main tourist points. Warm and quite. Lovely terrace upstairs. Good wifi connection.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    8.0
    Good Location. Clean room. Friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I only had faced a problem in which in the midnight 4 young people came almost drunk disturbing my sleep.....one of them was throwing up inside the room..Other than this Incident everything was fine with the stay.

    The hostel is about 10 min walk from Zurich HB station...good location..nice staff....Room is also comfortable...very clean...have a nice balcony in the top.you can chill with friends there..

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hard to find, hard to install sheets to the bed.

    Nice, clean and quiet

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2023

    9.0
    Excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was amazing and close to where you want to be.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    8.0
    Well-located comfortable bed and rooftop
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen facilities could be improved. It’s a very small space and the hob was not working but the microwave, fridge and coffee facilities really helped me save money.

    Incredible location, comfortable and spacious dorm, lovely little rooftop area. The bathrooms were very nice and the hostel was always clean.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    8.0
    it was a great experience
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    had a difficulty locating the hostel

    i was comfortable with services

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel was very nice and cleaned and tidy. It's a good property in a very nice location, everything close by, the only one point to consider before booking you won't find big kitchen space.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    7.0
    Good for a short, quick, price-friendly stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Multiple floors with no elevators (Esp. When carrying your luggage), very limited shower and bathrooms

    Convinent location near to the train station, included free tea, a fridge, and laundry

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no place to sit and eat breakfast as the kitchen was so small and only big enough for one person at a time to prep their meal. Also there was a terrace on the top floor which a person could eat there, weather permitting, which I did once but very awkward as a person was sleeping there.

    Pleasant staff, dorm room good

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    9.0
    Zurich stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Check in time 16.00 hours should be before around 14.00 hours

    Fantastic stay

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lift so you need to take your bags all the way to 4th floor if you are choosing the 8bed dormitory, 3rd floor for the 4 bed dormitory. No toilet in the 4th floor so need to go down but there’s a kitchen in the 4th floor. The hostel can easily be missed as there is no big sign outside. The entrance is on the side of a shop.

    clean, near the centre, around 10-15 min walk from zurich hb and there’s a near tram stop, a lot of restaurant and cafe around. Hostel owner let us leave our bags after check out

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are certainly a lot of steep and narrow stairs, which aren't a problem if you can handle your luggage well. But if you have large suitcases then it would be a struggle. Although it's a small detail, having to make your own bed is a bit annoying.

    The location is certainly the best thing. Right in the hard of the city, easy access to everything. The beds were nice and comfortable, the bathroom and shower were clean and large. The room was large and spacious. The lady was nice, and explained everything clearly.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    7.0
    Great for a one or two-night stay in the city centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Use of showers incurs an additional charge - at the time of writing, this was 5 Francs. So I’d recommend using other shower facilities, elsewhere.

    Bed linen and towel included in cost. Lockers in room and private bed curtains. Reasonable, albeit compact kitchen facilities. Fantastic location in the historic city centre.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    8.0
    Fine place to stay for one night if you’re fine with stairs
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stairs. A lot of stairs. I think I hurt my knee after going up and down many times (my room was on the 2nd floor and the kitchen just below the roof). Very-very steep. So be careful

    The location is very central. The room was clean and cozy. Good pillows. A bit noisy at the morning

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Time of the check in (16:00). If early check in is made (after 11 and before 16:00) then is other 10 €

    Location was really good!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was good

    Clean and comfortable

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    9.0
    Overall it was pleasant.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing is the shared bathroom was very very warm from the washer and dryer being used the whole time.

    The property was it a good location in the city, however, a little difficult to find

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    8.0
    I was satisfied
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    -

    Without breakfast. Location was very good - close to the city center.

    Stayed in September 2023

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