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Find Cheap Hostels in Schaffhausen

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Our top choices for Schaffhausen hostels

1. Hotel Zak - Hostel

Hotel Zak - Hostel
1.0 star property
Schaffhausen
6.4 out of 10, (86 reviews)
"Kind staff and a great, local vibe in the bar"
United States
Samantha
$111 nightly
The price is $121
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Zak - Hostel

2. Hotel & Backpackers Zak

Hotel & Backpackers Zak
2.0 star property
Neuhausen am Rheinfall
6.8 out of 10, (49 reviews)
"Staff exceptional"
United Kingdom
Wendy Starkey
$179 nightly
The price is $185
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel & Backpackers Zak

3. Hostel Art & Style

Hostel Art & Style
Singen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (385 reviews)
"It was a great stay; prefect for our family."
United States
JESSICA
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel Art & Style

4. Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur
2.0 star property
Winterthur
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"Walkable from station and dining areas"
Canada
Lester
$102 nightly
The price is $106
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

5. Hostel Airport Oberglatt

Hostel Airport Oberglatt
2.0 star property
Oberglatt
2.8 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"Overall a good stay"
United States
Adam
$177 nightly
The price is $183
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel Airport Oberglatt
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Learn more about Schaffhausen

Medieval charm meets natural wonder in Schaffhausen, where Europe's largest waterfall, Rhine Falls, thunders just outside town. Climb the Munot fortress for panoramic views, then sample local wines at riverside cafés while watching colorful boats navigate the Rhine.

A historic stone bridge with arches, a tower, and a river with a bridge crossing.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Schaffhausen?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for going out.

What is a hostel?

No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social environment.

What are the best hostels in Schaffhausen?

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: Hotel Zak - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Schaffhausen Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, TVs, and bed sheets. Youth Hostel Schaffhausen - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Schaffhausen?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 35°F. Average annual precipitation for Schaffhausen is 45 inches.

What is there to see and do in Schaffhausen?

Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy the area around Schaffhausen. Get out into nature with places like Rhine, Rhine Falls, and Wutach Gorge. Cultural attractions include Allerheiligen Münster, IWC Museum, and Swiss Science Center Technorama. Visit landmarks like Munot, Burg Radegg, and Schloessli Woerth.

What's the best way to get to and around Schaffhausen while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Schaffhausen in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from the city center. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit to get around. Train stations including Schaffhausen Station and Herblingen Station make it easy to check out more of the area.

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