Locarno Youth Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationVia B. Varenna 18, LocarnoShow on map
Very good
Guests rate it highest for service, food and location.
8.4267Reviews- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.7 out of 10, at Via B. Varenna 18.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Lush Garden Oasis
Culinary Delights and Entertainment Indulge in Swiss and Mediterranean cuisine at our on-site restaurant. Unwind in the children's play area or enjoy a game of table tennis outdoors.
Comfortable Accommodation and Exciting Activities Choose from bright rooms with shared or private bathrooms, some equipped with a work desk. Explore the countless hiking paths in the Ticino Canton or experience the thrill of bungee jumping.
Book now to enjoy complimentary public transport and special rates on leisure activities with the exclusive “Ticino Ticket” during your stay in the southern canton.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
Rooms
8.4
Very good
Rated 8.4 out of 10 by 267 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.7
- Service9.2
- Location8.7
- Rooms7.2
- Amenities8.2
- Value8.7
- Food & drink9.2
Guests mention
Friendly staffConvenient locationGood value for moneyExcellent breakfast
YoramIsraelNice hostel, great breakfast!
Very good value for cost, great breakfast! Many thanks to Roberta for the breakfast!
No air conditioning, not even a fan (in the middle of heat wave)
federicaItalyOstello molto semplice ubicato vicino al centro
Raportohet qualità prezzo
MarinaGermanyAlles sauber, gut gelegen, sehr guter Frühstück.
FranziskaCHIch komme wieder!
2er Zimmer, Lage, Personal
Kein Aircon, aber immerhin ein Ventilator.
ChristinGermanySchöne Jugendherberge mit vielfältigen Frühstück für den Preis. Hafermilch und vegane Optionen auf Nachfrage.
Könnte mehr Strckdosen in den Zimmern geben.
kuliCHSehr empfehlenswert
Gute Lage, Gutes Frühstück, nette Leute
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Via B. Varenna 18, Locarno
Guests rate the location 8.7 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Reservations of 10 people or more, kindly note that different policies and additional supplements may apply.Please inform 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. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Locarno Youth Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Locarno Youth Hostel?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Locarno Youth Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Locarno Youth Hostel?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Locarno Youth Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Locarno Youth Hostel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Locarno Youth Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Locarno Youth Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Locarno Youth Hostel?
Via B. Varenna 18, Locarno.
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