Porte de l'Ouest
Porte de l'Ouest, Route du Faubourg, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Public Access
- Site
English
Hotels in Avenches8.7Excellent(39 reviews)
Avenches Youth Hostel
Similar hotels nearby
Compare nearby stays with similar location, guest experience, amenities, and class.
About this hotel
Renovated Youth Hostel with Charming Garden
Garden Oasis with Various Recreational Activities
The hostel boasts a large garden with BBQ facilities, table tennis, and pétanque, providing guests with ample opportunities for relaxation and fun.
Accessible Accommodation Options and Common Lounge
The newly added pavilion offers barrier-free guest rooms, while the common lounge features a TV, board games, and a library for guests to unwind and socialize.
Explore Avenches and Beyond
Conveniently located near Avenches’ historic Old Town and Roman ruins, guests can also easily visit Lake Murten for water activities and the town of Murten for a cultural experience.
Book now to experience a delightful stay at Youth Hostel Avenches!
Nearby Attractions
Place de l'ancienne synagogue
Place de l'ancienne synagogue, Chemin des Terreaux, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Memorial
Mémorial Bourbaki Avenches
Mémorial Bourbaki Avenches, Chemin du Selley, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Memorial
Tour du Vully
Tour du Vully, Chemin des Marronniers, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Castle
Amphithéâtre romain
Amphithéâtre romain, Chemin des Terreaux, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Public Access
- No
- Site
Général Guisan
Général Guisan, Chemin de la Poste, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Memorial
Château d'Avenches
Château d'Avenches, Place du Château 2, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Castle
Sanctuaire du Cigognier
Sanctuaire du Cigognier, Chemin des Conches, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Public Access
- Attraction
- Site
Temple de la Grange-des-Dîmes
Temple de la Grange-des-Dîmes, Avenue Jomini, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Attraction
- Site
Théâtre du Selley
Théâtre du Selley, Chemin du Selley, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Attraction
- Site
Palais de Derrière La Tour
Palais de Derrière La Tour, Rue du Pavé, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Site
Thermes
Thermes, Route de Berne, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Tourist Site
- Attraction
Thermes de Perruet
Thermes de Perruet, Route de Berne, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Site
SIgnal de la Reine Berthe
SIgnal de la Reine Berthe, Chemin de la Reine Berthe, 1580 Avenches, Switzerland- Viewpoint
Porte de l'Est
Porte de l'Est, Route de Berne, 1583 Avenches, Switzerland- Attraction
- Gate
- Wheelchair Accessible
Tour de la Tornallaz
Tour de la Tornallaz, Route de Berne, 1583 Avenches, Switzerland- Ruines
Important Information
Please note that a check-in after 22:00 is only possible on prior request.
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.
Stay Details
Check-in from
05:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
PAID
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
Hiking
Cycling
Facilities for disabled guests
Children's playground
Packed lunches
Games room
Table tennis
Billiards
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Sun terrace
Board games/puzzles
Special diet menus - on request
Wheelchair accessible
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Lockers
Toilet with grab rails
Kid-friendly buffet
Lower bathroom sink
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Wine/champagne
Coffee Shop on site
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Contactless check-in/check-out
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Physical distancing in dining areas
Food delivered to guest room
Access to health care professionals
Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
Face masks for guests available
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Room Types
Single Bed in Quadruple Room
Up to 1 guests13 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
A bed in a dormitory room with wooden floors, 2 bunk beds, a washbasin, a desk, and a cupboard with a lockable compartment for each guest. There are shared bathroom and toilet facilities on the floor.
Please inform the property about the gender of the arriving guests in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking.
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
13 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingHardwood or parquet floorsLinenUpper floors accessible by elevatorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperTrash cansBody soapSocket near the bedLockersReading light
Sextuple Room with Shared Bathroom
Up to 6 guests16 sqm6 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
This room with wooden floors has 3 bunk beds, a washbasin, a desk, and a cupboard with a lockable compartment for each guest. There are shared bathroom and toilet facilities on the floor.
Sleeps
Up to 6 guests
6 adults · 5 children
Beds
6 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
16 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingHardwood or parquet floorsLinenUpper floors accessible by elevatorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperTrash cansCotsBody soapSocket near the bedLockersReading light
Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests20 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
A bed in a dormitory room with wooden floors, 5 bunk beds, a washbasin, a desk, and a cupboard with a lockable compartment for each guest. There are shared bathroom and toilet facilities on the floor.
Please inform the property about the gender of the arriving guests in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking.
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingHardwood or parquet floorsLinenUpper floors accessible by elevatorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperTrash cansBody soapSocket near the bedLockersReading light
Standard Single Room with Shared Bathroom
Up to 1 guests6 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Rooms include a washbasin.
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
6 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingHardwood or parquet floorsLinenUpper floors accessible by elevatorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperTrash cansBody soapSocket near the bedReading light
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Up to 2 guests9 sqm2 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Rooms include a washbasin.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
2 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
9 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingHardwood or parquet floorsLinenUpper floors accessible by elevatorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperTrash cansCotsBody soapSocket near the bedReading light
Standard Double Room with Bath
Up to 2 guests21 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
This barrier-free double room in minimalist style features a garden view, patio and seating area. A private bathroom comes with a shower.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
21 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
ShowerSeating AreaToiletPrivate bathroomHeatingLinenEntire unit located on ground floorUpper floors accessible by elevatorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperTrash cansCotsBody soapSocket near the bedReading light
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
Up to 4 guests13 sqm4 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
This room with wooden floors has 2 bunk beds, a washbasin, a desk, and a cupboard with a lockable compartment for each guest. There are shared bathroom and toilet facilities on the floor.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
4 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
13 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingHardwood or parquet floorsLinenUpper floors accessible by elevatorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperTrash cansCotsBody soapSocket near the bedLockersReading light
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests16 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
A bed in a dormitory room with wooden floors, 3 bunk beds, a washbasin, a desk, and a cupboard with a lockable compartment for each guest. There are shared bathroom and toilet facilities on the floor.
Please inform the property about the gender of the arriving guests in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking.
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
16 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingHardwood or parquet floorsLinenUpper floors accessible by elevatorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperTrash cansBody soapSocket near the bedLockersReading light
Ask about this hotel
Get answers about amenities, policies, and more — e.g. “Are pets allowed?” or “Is parking available?”
Guest reviews(39 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 15, 2026Venligt personale, god beliggenhed, meget god mad, dejlig opholdshave, alt i alt et virkelig dejligt sted
Alt var godt
8/10
Reviewed Sep 10, 2026Immer gleich gut. Alle sind sehr nett und ich fühle mich sehr wohl.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 7, 2026Personal war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit!
6/10
Reviewed Aug 20, 2026Personnel sympathique , réfrigérateur congélateur à disposition pour les clients pratique pour mettre des pains de glace et autres.
Pas de clim dans la chambre.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 19, 2026Excellent accueil et disponibilité, très bonne ambiance, jardin pour petit déjeuner et self-service le soir à disposition.
7/10
Reviewed Jun 26, 2026Lack of AC
9/10
Reviewed Jun 21, 2026sehr gute lage - unkompliziert - gutes frühstücksbuffet
10/10
Reviewed Apr 13, 2026Ein rund um guter Aufenthalt. Das Personal ist sehr freundich und sehr entgegenkommend. Vielen Dank !
8/10
Reviewed Oct 12, 2025Die Jugendherberge war einfach, aber sauber, das Personal war freundlich, wir waren sehr zufrieden
9/10
Reviewed Oct 9, 2025Endroit , bâtiment , équipement, propreté
Le lit dur
10/10
Reviewed Sep 7, 2025Freundlicher Empfang...ein kleines aber feines 2er Zimmer...mit Lavabo...vielen Steckdosen..Ablageflächen..einem grossen Duschtuch...und sehr bequemen Betten! :-) Auch das Frühstücksbuffet war vielfältig und fein.
Es gibt nichts zu beanstanden....wir kommen wieder!
8/10
Reviewed Aug 18, 2025Freundliches Personal, gutes Frühstück
9/10
Reviewed Aug 18, 2025Ferüstück gut , Gartensitzplatz
Mit ÖV nicht so gut erreichbar . Bus fährt in der nähe vorbei , aber leider gibt es keine Haltestelle 🤷♀️
8/10
Reviewed Aug 16, 2025Gemütliche Jugendherberge mit Charme und netten Gastgebern. Sehr schön ruhig mit schönem Garten. Abendessen war sehr schmackhaft und für den Preis weiterzuempfehlen. Frühstück für Jugendherbergsniveau sehr gut. Zimmer war völlig in Ordnung. Sanitäre Einríchtung sauber und in Ordnung.
Mir fällt nichts ein.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 14, 2025J'ai adoré le jardin et pouvoir faire une sieste au frais sous les arbres (période de canicule). J'ai apprécié aussi les conseils pour visiter les ruines romaines. Belle découverte.
8/10
Reviewed Sep 27, 2024Great staff, delicious breakfast and the rooms lower noise transmission better than other hostels
10/10
Reviewed Sep 2, 2024The children loved the garden and games available!
8/10
Reviewed Jul 23, 2023The double room is very nice and confortable It is very clean
The shower temperature is very fluctuating
10/10
Reviewed Oct 11, 2022거리가 좀 먼것 빼고는 적극 추천합니다.
1/10
Reviewed Sep 25, 2022Nothing, I don’t lake the service and the politic of the place, that don’t keep they promise. o don’t recommended come to this place event if cost 0 eu
Nothing, I don’t lake the service and the politic of the place, that don’t keep they promise. o don’t recommended come to this place event if cost 0 eu
8/10
Reviewed Sep 19, 2022Lovely YH in a lovely historical town
8/10
Reviewed Aug 2, 2022The staff was flexible and very friendly
8/10
Reviewed Jun 28, 2021Sehr nette freundliche Mitarbeiter. Sie versuchen alles für sie Gäste zu tun. Sehr gemischtes puplikum. Von Familien mit Kleinkinder bis zu älteren alles vorhanden.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 11, 2020Wir waren für 3Tage im Reitsportzentrum IENA in Avenches, dafür top Lage. Ist in 5min Autofahrt erreichbar. Frühstück gab es auf Wunsch bereits ab 7.00Uhr. Etwas knapp mit Parkplätzen.
8/10
Reviewed Sep 30, 2019En fait je n'ai passé qu'une nuit car je me suis retrouvée avec 5 hommes ! Et ho quelle surprise car je ne pensais pas cette éventualité. J'ai bien profité des ronflements 😉
10/10
Reviewed Aug 19, 2019Die großzügigen Check-in Zeiten, die Sauberkeit, die Freundlichkeit und der Kaffee haben mir besonders gefallen.
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Friendly staff
- •Clean and comfortable rooms
- •Good breakfast
Areas to consider
- •Limited public transport accessibility
Cleanliness
8.73/10The hostel was simple but clean, and the bathrooms were in order.
Service
8.8/10Friendly staff and good hospitality noted in multiple reviews.
Location
8.54/10Quiet location, but public transport accessibility is limited.
Room Quality
8.69/10Comfortable beds and well-equipped rooms.
Amenities
8.52/10Amenities were satisfactory for the hostel standard.
Value for Money
8.68/10Good value given the quality of food and accommodations.
Food and Beverage
8.93/10Breakfast was diverse and well-received by guests.
Overall Experience
8.7/10Overall, guests had a pleasant stay and expressed interest in returning.