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Hotel Description

At Youth Hostel Richterswil you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Richterswil Ferry Terminal and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Ticino Theater. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include a restaurant and free buffet breakfast.

The bistro, Seebeizli, is open for lunch. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Richterswil hostel include Swiss Casinos Pfaeffikon-Zurichsee and Alpamare Water Park.

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$169* Per night/room 13 May - 14 May

Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.BunkBed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

About the Youth Hostel Richterswil

Location Hornstrasse 5, Richterswil, 8805

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Youth Hostel Richterswil. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Playground on site

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Bäch Station (2.6 km / 1.6 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Youth Hostel Richterswil offers 27 accommodations. This Richterswil hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

  • Bathrooms are shared
  • Shower
  • Desk
  • Heating

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Seebeizli - This bistro serves lunch and light fare.

A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily. Reservations are required.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:30 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM.
Guests arriving after 10 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Please note that the total price includes a Youth Hostel Membership per day.

Children younger than age 7 may not stay in dormitories. Children age 2 and younger are included in private room rates when using existing bedding.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 5:00 PM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:30 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines Clean & Safe (Switzerland)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: CHF 10 per night
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Hosted evening meal: CHF 19.50

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Youth Richterswil
  • Youth Hostel Richterswil Richterswil
  • Youth Hostel Richterswil Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National Rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 2 stars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.