Oldtown Hostel Otter

2 stars
8.3
Very good
based on 2956 reviews
2,956 reviews
Oberdorfstrasse 7, 8001 Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
Oberdorfstrasse 7, Zurich, Zurich
+41 44 251 22 07
Tue 18/8
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Wed 19/8
2 guests, 1 room
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Double room, 1 twin bed
£58
Double room, bed type unknown
£103
Double room, bed type unknown
£134
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Overview

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.
8.3
Very good
2956 reviews

Latest deals for Oldtown Hostel Otter

Tue 18/8
-
Wed 19/8
Double room, 1 twin bed
£58
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£103
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£134
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£163
nightly with fees
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Amenities at Oldtown Hostel Otter

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • No smoking

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Landmark view
  • Lockers
  • City view
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Picnic area

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • No smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Earplugs
  • Key card access

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Reviews of Oldtown Hostel Otter

8.3
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2956 verified ratings
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Very good
658
Good
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245
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155
Mediocre
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6.5
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Anonymous, Jan 2018
Pros (+) Location, cleanliness

Location

Oberdorfstrasse 7, 8001 Zurich, Zurich

What's nearby

  • Grossmünster223 yd
  • Kunsthaus Zürich289 yd
  • Fraumünster373 yd
  • Rathaus434 yd
  • Opernhaus Zürich0.3 mi
  • St. Peterskirche0.3 mi
  • Credit Suisse0.3 mi
  • Bahnhofstrasse0.4 mi
  • Lindenhof0.4 mi
  • ETH Zürich0.5 mi
  • Zurich City Centre0.6 mi
  • SIX Swiss Exchange0.7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Oldtown Hostel Otter

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February
August
£70
£126
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 133% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Oldtown Hostel Otter?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to stay at Oldtown Hostel Otter is February, with an average nightly rate of £43. The most expensive month is August at £61 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Oldtown Hostel Otter?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest day to book Oldtown Hostel Otter is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of £51. The most expensive day is Friday at £192 per night.

How far in advance should you book Oldtown Hostel Otter?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

To get the best price at Oldtown Hostel Otter, book around 4 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 33% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Oldtown Hostel Otter

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Oldtown Hostel Otter, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Oldtown Hostel Otter, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Oldtown Hostel Otter was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £168, while the most expensive was £168.
  • How long should you stay at Oldtown Hostel Otter? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Oldtown Hostel Otter

  • Where is Oldtown Hostel Otter located?

    Oldtown Hostel Otter is located at Oberdorfstrasse 7 in Altstadt, 0.3 miles from the centre of Zurich. Grossmünster is the closest landmark to Oldtown Hostel Otter.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Oldtown Hostel Otter?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Oldtown Hostel Otter.

  • Does Oldtown Hostel Otter offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Oldtown Hostel Otter offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Oldtown Hostel Otter from the airport?

    Oldtown Hostel Otter is 6.2 miles from Zurich.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Oldtown Hostel Otter hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Oldtown Hostel Otter in Zurich and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Oldtown Hostel Otter and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Oldtown Hostel Otter.

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Distance to airport

8.1
0.3 mi
Zurich
6.2 mi

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