Right on the banks of Ratzeburg Lake, this contemporary hostel features a sauna, a daily buffet breakfast and a lakeside terrace. It is in Ratzeburg, in the Lauenburg Lakes Nature Reserve, and boats can be rented nearby. Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See features a variety of bright dormitories with bunk beds and a private bathroom. Packed lunches are available upon request, and regional meals are served in the spacious dining hall. Barbecue facilities are also provided. Boats can be rented directly at the property, and a swimming area is a 2-minute walk away. The scenic surrounding area is also ideal for hiking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 bunk beds
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
8.1
High score for Ratzeburg
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Karl-heinz
    Germany Germany
    Kind people in the reception. Silence. Confortable bed (for me). Young people around. No TV in the room.
  • Heike
    Germany Germany
    Sehr gute Ausstattung, alles neu und modern. Betten bequem. Personal sehr freundlich. Lage direkt am See super, toller Ausblick über den See. Frühstück alles was man braucht.
  • Helena
    Germany Germany
    Tolle Lage und für Jugendherberge sehr gut ausgestattet und super sauber.
  • Bernhard
    Austria Austria
    Die Jugendherberge war sehr gepflegt. Es gab einen tollen Außenbereich zum sitzen. Die Badestelle direkt vor dem Haus war auch sehr schön. Es gab viele Aktivitäten für die Kinder, von Billard, Tischtennis, etc. Das Frühstück war sehr gut. Es war...
  • Alexander
    Germany Germany
    Personal immer freundlich und zuvorkommend. Das Frühstücksbuffet war super und umfangreich.
  • Maria
    Germany Germany
    La ubicación frente al lago Volveríamos de nuevo y le recomendaría a todos!!
  • Petra
    Germany Germany
    Tolles Frühstück, super Lage, Seezugang phantastisch, auch die zwei warmen Abendessen waren prima, die ich mir dazugebuchz habe. Das Zimmer hatte ich mit Seeblick, das Bett bequem und die Dusche super. Aufenthalt in der JH kann ich sehr empfehlen!
  • Andrea
    Germany Germany
    Die Lage ist wirklich sehr schön Das Frühstück ist top
  • Jenny
    Germany Germany
    Perfekte Lage direkt am See mit Badesteg; leckere Brötchen und viel Obst zum Frühstück
  • Maren
    Germany Germany
    Nette Begrüßung, leckeres Frühstück, bunte Mischung an Gästen

Area info

Amenities of Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Front Desk Services
    • Lockers
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Child safety socket covers
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Packed lunches
    • Elevator
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Spa
    • Sauna
      Additional charge
    Languages Spoken
    • German
    • English

    House rules
    Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardMaestroEC-CardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    If you expect to arrive after 18:00, please contact the property in advance. Contact details can be found on your booking confirmation.

    Please note that you must be a member of the DJH (Deutsches Jugendherbergswerk) or of HI (Hosteling International). Membership can be completed online or upon arrival. The annual fee is EUR 7 for individuals (up to 26 years) and EUR 22.50 for individuals (from 27 years) or families. From 1 June, new members will receive half-price membership for the current year. International guests without membership are charged a supplement of EUR 3.50 per night.

    From the age of 27 a supplement of EUR 5.50 per night will be charged.

    Please inform Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See 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.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See

    • The prices at Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Sauna
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Playground
      • Pool table
      • Ping-pong
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Water sports facilities on site
    • Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See is 650 feet from the center of Ratzeburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 9:30 AM.

    • Yes, Jugendherberge Ratzeburg am See is popular with guests booking family stays.