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.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Zurich, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!


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Denicea
United States United States
Such a beautiful and quaint place. Comfortable beds I loved Manuel who I met at check in. They give towels! Free breakfast, so very thoughtful of them.
Lyde
United States United States
Location is excellent and the staff very helpful. I liked everything about this place.
Markos
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Location was excellent and easy to find. Other visitors were respectful and the staff were very helpful and friendly. The rooma also felt homely and welcoming, which is not something I see often at hostels. Linens were provided for and were clean.
Kendra
United States United States
Staff are friendly, big lockers in room and in common area if you arrive before check-in time, was given a towel, toast offered in morning, location was great, and even had a small fridge in room which was nice.
Justine
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
It’s right in the centre and the ladies in my room were silent and friendly. The staff were also accommodating
Brandon
United States United States
The room was lovely and more spacious than I originally anticipated
Merve
Turkey Turkey
All of the staffs are so helpful! I really loved to stay here. I really recommend here!
Rebecca
Australia Australia
Excellent location in the Old Town of Zurich, exceptionally close to the lake. Rooms were cozy and quiet, with lockers inside the room able to fit small luggage and backpacks. Additionally, the beds had privacy curtains, lights, power sockets, and...
Musawir
Bangladesh Bangladesh
Staff were very helpful! Accomodation was good for the price! The hostel had a really good vide. Complementary breakfast was provided! Loved my stay here!
Marina
Egypt Egypt
It felt comfortable, cozy, clean and safe. The receptionist was very helpful. Thank you!

Area info

Amenities of Oldtown Hostel Otter

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • Bar
  • Laundry

House rules

Oldtown Hostel Otter takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 14 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 50 years old
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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 hostel

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.

Please inform Oldtown Hostel Otter 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.

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