Interlaken
Switzerland · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Interlaken, Switzerland range from $44 to $174/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 8 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 5, Jul 9, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Interlaken, Switzerland
A typical dorm night in Interlaken runs about $79.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $44/night) and September the most expensive (from $79/night).
At $44/night and up, Interlaken is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Switzerland.
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Hostels we track in Interlaken
- Balmers Hostel 9.6 · 8,090 reviews
- Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof (Hostel Interlaken) 9.7 · 6,300 reviews
- Happy Inn Lodge 9.5 · 2,525 reviews
- Lake Lodge Iseltwald 9.9 · 1,272 reviews
- Interlaken Youth Hostel 9.6 · 688 reviews
- Adventure Hostel Interlaken 7.4 · 221 reviews
- Attic De la Paix 10.0 · 3 reviews
- CityChalet
Local knowledge for Interlaken
Where to stay
Most budget beds cluster in Matten, the residential strip south of Interlaken West station along Hauptstrasse. Balmers Herberge anchors the scene there and has been the backpacker hub for decades. Interlaken West is the better station to be near anyway since BLS trains to Bern and Thun run from there, while Ost is mostly for the expensive Jungfrau Railway.
Getting around
- Skip the Jungfraujoch (CHF 230+) and take the Harder Kulm funicular instead. It's CHF 34 return, takes 10 minutes from Interlaken Ost, and gives you a clear view of both lakes and the Eiger face.
- Stock up at the Coop or Migros on Rosenstrasse before any day trip. Restaurant meals in Interlaken run CHF 25-40 per person, and the trains to Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald have no food service.
- Validate your Swiss Travel Pass before boarding any Interlaken train. Regional travel to Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald is covered, but the upper sections of the Jungfrau Railway are not, and conductors will charge you on the spot.
When to go
Hostels are easiest to book and cheapest in April-May and late October before ski season; July and August are the tightest, with dorm beds often gone two weeks out.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Interlaken cost per night?
Dorm beds in Interlaken currently range from $44 to $174/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Interlaken?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Interlaken are July 5, July 9, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Interlaken?
HostelHawk currently tracks 8 hostels in Interlaken, Switzerland.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Interlaken?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Interlaken, with dorm beds from $44/night.
Is Interlaken affordable compared to other hostel cities in Switzerland?
Interlaken is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Switzerland, with dorm prices starting from $44/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Interlaken?
Most budget beds cluster in Matten, the residential strip south of Interlaken West station along Hauptstrasse. Balmers Herberge anchors the scene there and has been the backpacker hub for decades. Interlaken West is the better station to be near anyway since BLS trains to Bern and Thun run from there, while Ost is mostly for the expensive Jungfrau Railway.
What is the best time of year to visit Interlaken?
Hostels are easiest to book and cheapest in April-May and late October before ski season; July and August are the tightest, with dorm beds often gone two weeks out.