City Backpacker - Hostel Biber is medium-sized and well suited to guests traveling in groups or solo, although there is not much opportunity for guests to mingle and meet one another. The hostel staff are very friendly and helpful. The check-in and checkout processes are simple and clear. There are several small items (toiletries, souvenirs) available for purchase at the reception and also plenty of city information provided (maps, transport options). This hostel has a nice vibe, it's definitely not a party hostel but it's not completely quiet.
The Location
This hostel is easily located, guests can take a short (less than ten minutes') walk from the main train station and tram station. Otherwise many trams and buses stop close by the hostel. The hostel is in a great location in regard to the remainder of the city. It is thirty seconds from the main waterway and a short walk to the city's main shopping streets and hubs. There are plenty of attractions close by, and it is not necessary to buy a transport pass as everything is very walkable.
Rooms and Bathrooms
There a several levels of mixed and single gender dorms. The reception of the hostel is located a few levels up inside the building block, and the dorms are above this. The dorms are accessed with a key fob, which also accesses the main door to the hostel after hours (10 p.m. or later). The rooms are spacious and lockers (no padlock) are provided for guests to use. There are no assigned beds and linen is provided at an additional cost for those who do not have a sleeping bag or slip. Most of the rooms have a window facing outward. Each level also has a male and female bathroom (shower and toilet). There are two toilets and one shower per level per gender. The shower is relatively small but ok. The bathroom has a basin with soap and mirror. There is also a basin and mirror located inside the dorm rooms.
Common Spaces
There is a main common space nearby the reception with couches and a table; and each level has a small kitchen (cupboards, sink, kettle, stove, microwave, fridge).
Summary
This hostel is great for location and gives a welcoming vibe, thanks to the staff. It is suitable for those looking to stay in Zurich on a budget but still be close to the city centre. Although there are cooking facilities, guests may be more comfortable eating out.
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Published on May 29, 2020
Description
Our hotel is well situated in the very heart of the beautiful old town – just a few minutes' walk from the main train station. All important sights are in walking distance. We are located in the middle of the walking area of the old town. There are no parking at the hostel and it is not possible to drive in front of the hostel. Parking you can find in the sourrounding parking houses.
There is a common kitchen for your service.
Our hotel is well situated in the heart of the old city – just a few minutes' walk from the main train station. We are located in the middle of the walking area of the old town. There are no parking at the hostel and it is not possible to drive in front of the hostel. Parking you can find in the sourrounding parking houses.
Reception opening-hours: 8.00 - 12.00 am and 15.00 - 22.00 pm.
Please note that there is no check-in possibility after 22.00.
We cannot wait even if your train/flight is late.
Canncellations without charge can be made up to 3 days in advance.
After you get charged if we cannot sell the room/beds to somebody else.
We are looking forward for your reservation. Please note that we need the number of a credit card (VISA or MasterCard) as well as its date of expiry for any reservation. Thank you. For further information please do not hesitate to contact us.
Location and Contact
Location
Our hotel is well situated in the heart of the old city – just a few minutes' walk from the main train station. We are located in the middle of the walking area of the old town. There are no parking at the hostel and it is not possible to drive in front of the hostel. Parking you can find in the sourrounding parking houses.
Map
Address: Niederdorfstrasse 5, Altstadt, Zurich (Züerich), Canton of Zurich, Switzerland
City Backpacker - Hostel Biber is listed on the following booking sites:
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www.city-backpacker.ch
Phone Number:
+41 (0) 1 251 90 15
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Facilities and Amenities
Quiet Rest
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons
City Tours
Lockers in Lobby
Towels
Board Games
Book Collection/Exchange
Clothes Dryer
Credit Card Payments
Currency Exchange
Hair Dryers
Hot Showers
Kitchen
Laundry
Lounge Area
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Movie Library/Rental
Swimming Pool
Wheelchair Accessible
Service Animals
Max. Age: All Ages
Checkout: 10:00 (10 AM)
Curfew: No Curfew
Lockout: No
Maximum Stay: 7 nights
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Open Dates: All Year
Reception Hours: 08:00 - 12:00 and 15:00 - 22:00
Size: Large (60-100 beds)
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