Oldtown Hostel Otter
Oberdorfstrasse 7, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland – Excellent location - show map – Railway access
Oldtown Hostel Otter
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 300 metres 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, 9 km from Oldtown Hostel Otter.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Lift
- Heating
- Bar
- Laundry
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Guests who stayed here loved
Vincent
Germany“Beautifully decorated hostel in a great location. The rooms have enough space for the number of people who want to stay there. There was a small work area in the kitchen where you could also work on your laptop. All in all, I had a great four days...”- Oleksandra
Ukraine“Windows and view! I never think of it living in hostels, but here it was really cool. The location is awesome. Cozy beds in a women dorm. There’s an elevator! It wouldn’t be easy with a suitcase without that. Big common room, dishes, fruits, tea -...” 
Beatrix
Ireland“Location; just 10 min away from the Zurich lake- It is in the city- safe for solo travellers —breakfast tea coffee opportunity in the morning- microwave- shower was super clean -I met great people-_Thank you”
Anne
United Kingdom“Clarissa the receptionist was very good , welcoming and considerate.Secondly,the available of hot coffee ,tea and chocolate drinks all round the clock can really help rescue desperate situations.The male colleagues who tidied up the kitchen after...”
Ahmet
Turkey“Location,Lockers,Clean Showers,Lift,silent,clean bed and pillow”
Yu
Taiwan“Friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast included (toast and jam). You can use the lockers in the common room before check-in and/or after checkout. They have this travel recommendation book for guest to sort out what to do and to eat while staying,...”
Nicola United Kingdom“The location is great, literally 5-7 mins from the train station. Loved the free breakfast in the morning. The free tea and coffee is a lovely thing. Very sociable hotel. Staff lovely and friendly.”- Kah
Malaysia“I love the common room where we met lots of friends around the world. The establishment is also very generous by providing a variety of food and drinks for breakfast. And we were also surprised to find a mini-fridge inside our room that we don't...” - Meenakshi
India“Good location and comfy bed. Clean hostel and a simple bread and cereal breakfast was surprise.” - Robin United Kingdom“Everything worked well and was clean. Lots of power sockets at each bunk recognises that people have a lot of devices these days. Cheap and good laundry service. Perfect location. The bar had a great vibe.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Do you offer luggage storage?
we have free self-service lockerboxes in our common rooms on the 2nd floor for the day of arrival or departureAnswered on 12 October 2019Are sheets and towels included?
yes, bedsheets and towel are included in the pricesAnswered on 12 October 2019Good morning, my name is Milagros and I would like to make a reservation from 20th to 22th Februar. My problem ist that I arrive at 23.30 to Zurich. H..
with a full prepayment we leave the keys in the keybox after closing the reception for self check-in. the code will be the last 4-digits of the confir..Answered on 18 February 2024Hello, How do I get to Hostel from Zurich airport?
Take train S16 to Zurich Stadelhofen (every 30 min, price CHF 7.00), from there only 300 meters walking distanceAnswered on 18 February 2024Hello! 1) i study in Prague, do you need covid test? 2) do you have kitchen? 3) if i”ll come to this hostel on 30 december, 8 a.m. can i enter room?
Hello 1) we don't need a covid test at the hostel 2) we have a small kitchenette (microwave, fridge, cattle and oven) 3) you can leave the luggage af..Answered on 28 December 2020Hello. Do you have single rooms? I would like to have a room just for me if possible Best Regards
Hi yes, we have single rooms, you have to book the economy double room. Kind regards, Oldtown Hostel OtterAnswered on 6 April 2022- Still looking?
Property surroundings
Facilities of Oldtown Hostel OtterGreat facilities! Review score, 8
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Lift
- Heating
- Bar
- Laundry
- Toilet paper
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linen
- Picnic area
- Shared kitchen
- Socket near the bed
- Coffee house on site
- Bar
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Luggage storage
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Lift
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- German
- English
- Spanish
- French
House rulesOldtown Hostel Otter takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children older than 14 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-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 identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about Oldtown Hostel Otter
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The prices at Oldtown Hostel Otter may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Oldtown Hostel Otter offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
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Oldtown Hostel Otter is 200 yards from the centre of Zürich. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Oldtown Hostel Otter is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
