Nestled in the heart of Engelberg, Youth Hostel Engelberg offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet and cozy restaurant. Explore the serene garden, stay connected with in-room WiFi, or unwind at the snack bar/deli. Guests have praised this hostel’s thoughtful staff.
Alpines Solebad Hotel Waldegg - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Engelberg Monastery - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Engelberg-Titlis Ski Resort - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
Brunni Ski Lift - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Fuerenalp Cable Car - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Getting around
Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 86 min drive
Bern (BRN-Belp) - 116 min drive
Engelberg Station - 10 min walk
Niederrickenbach Station - 14 min drive
Beckenried BBE Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Alpstübli - 40 min drive
Ski Lodge Engelberg - 10 min walk
Spice Bazaar - 8 min walk
Bergrestaurant Ristis - 22 min drive
Ox - 3 min drive
About this property
Youth Hostel Engelberg
Youth Hostel Engelberg is a great choice for a stay in Engelberg. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby snowboarding, snowshoeing, and sledding, and free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. A snack bar/deli and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Specific rooms only*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (CHF 10 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Communal living room
Lockers available
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.20 per person, per night
Optional extras
Hosted evening meal costs CHF 19.50
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Parking
Self parking costs CHF 10 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Does Youth Hostel Engelberg offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Youth Hostel Engelberg does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Youth Hostel Engelberg?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day.
Is parking offered on site at Youth Hostel Engelberg?
Yes. Self parking costs CHF 10 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Youth Hostel Engelberg?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Youth Hostel Engelberg and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like snowboarding, sledding, and snowshoeing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Youth Hostel Engelberg?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Youth Hostel Engelberg like?
Youth Hostel Engelberg is a short 10-minute walk from Engelberg Station and 7 minutes' walk from Engelberg-Titlis Ski Resort.
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Youth Hostel Engelberg Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2024
Felt at home and it was great to chat with young, intelligent, enthusiastic, and energized international guests.
Ryszard
Ryszard, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Ended up here instead of lucerne
But hard to find . Not in area where expecting ( due to hotel.com app being rubbish )but was better in the end . Quick check in , out by this time , breakfast this time here is key laters hahahah. No sign this , here are sheets , strip bed after list of rules i expect . 9.573 million kids there Bork , probs why loud . Lovely area to hike and bike in .
phil
phil, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 6, 2025
Lykke
Lykke, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Perfect
I come in Turkey. Perfect peoples Very good hotel Thank you so much for everything, see you next time 👋