71%Matterhorn Hostel

Really nice people there. I truly enjoyed my stay!!! Met people from Ireland, Thailand, Taiwan and Australia. Many climbers also there and a nice Pub is just 5 minutes away. Go there and it will be nice.

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by Xandru – posted on Sep 3, 2008

4

My bag got stolen from the left luggage room and I picked up scabies (a parasite) from the bedding. Defintly the worst hostel i've stayed in!

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by BenWhite0 – posted on Aug 28, 2008

2

Bathroom and toilet are clean and tidy. However, the water is a bit cold for shower.

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by carmenyip1434590 – posted on Aug 24, 2008

3

fine place, real cheap and real close to the mountain. very friendly people working overthere.

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by brusaso842 – posted on Aug 22, 2008

4

Really cool hostel, great location right on the river and 5 mins into town. Amazing town! Staff were really nice too.

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by shelleykauffman9309 – posted on Aug 17, 2008

1

This is the worst hostel I've ever stayed in. We booked months in advance but somehow we managed to get crammed into a 7 bed dorm the size of a shoebox. When we complained to the lady at reception she got quite irritated and told us that there was nothing they could do. We had to walk down to the... more This is the worst hostel I've ever stayed in. We booked months in advance but somehow we managed to get crammed into a 7 bed dorm the size of a shoebox. When we complained to the lady at reception she got quite irritated and told us that there was nothing they could do. We had to walk down to the next floor to use a toilet and we had to walk down 3 floors to use a shower. Also there is no kitchen available but if you want to use the microwave they charge you SWF 2.50!close

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by travis5749 – posted on Aug 13, 2008

21

The staff was friendly and the location is fabulous but the smell of stale cigarettes, mold and cigars were way too overwhelming if you don't smoke. The entrance to the hostel is not inviting and you have to literally rock climb to get to your bunk.

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by rathabesu – posted on Aug 12, 2008

1

This was a lovely hostel though we met others travellers and their hostels did sound better with better views. Staff were very helpful and friendly. The rooms are small but comfortable and the microwave cost CH2.50 a nuke but the internet is free. Great location. Zermatt was one of the... more This was a lovely hostel though we met others travellers and their hostels did sound better with better views. Staff were very helpful and friendly. The rooms are small but comfortable and the microwave cost CH2.50 a nuke but the internet is free. Great location. Zermatt was one of the cutests alpine villages we stayed at in Switzerland.... and the Matterhorn was breathtaking! Great people, great place!close

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by wesleysmail5998 – posted on Aug 9, 2008

12

There was not enough space in the living area. There was a SEVERE lack of power points - especially in the dorms, and the power points that were there were in awkward areas - such as doorways. The showers did not drain properly, the temperature fluctuated between hot and cold and the shower... more There was not enough space in the living area. There was a SEVERE lack of power points - especially in the dorms, and the power points that were there were in awkward areas - such as doorways. The showers did not drain properly, the temperature fluctuated between hot and cold and the shower curtains were horribly mouldy. The wifi was good, as was the ample locker room space. A kitchen and larger living area would help this hostel a lot!close

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by nickwill829208 – posted on Aug 8, 2008

2

Check in only at 4:00 PM, come on!

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by geraldomc20048398 – posted on Aug 8, 2008

6

no hot water which is disappointing when you are freezing, no curtains on windows or heating so was freezing all night!!

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by snooky4123 – posted on Aug 5, 2008

16

Good location for hiking around the region, close to the main street also. Very loud though and and the bathroom facilities, especially the showers need attention.

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by mumem – posted on Jul 29, 2008

10

The staff is helpful and kindness but the bedroom is not really clean. Especially, the bed is obvirous dirty. I cant believe. Pls improve the cleanliness of beds in your hostel. Thank you very much.

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by ivyhs – posted on Jul 20, 2008

3

there isn´t much of an option in zermatt, try to stay at the Hostelling International Youth hostel, its more but you get breakfast and dinner included which is expensive in town

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by jasonmsandberg – posted on Jul 15, 2008

24

Where to begin? Among the worst hostels I've stayed at; the showers have mould, the breakfast is a joke at that price, the mattrasses are extremly hard and thin, the locker are placed in different rooms/floors and too small to fit a backpack. We found out too late that a lot of the hotels have... more Where to begin? Among the worst hostels I've stayed at; the showers have mould, the breakfast is a joke at that price, the mattrasses are extremly hard and thin, the locker are placed in different rooms/floors and too small to fit a backpack. We found out too late that a lot of the hotels have doorms - they're a bit more expensive but well worth the extra francs. For all you Swedes: It's like Lasse Åbergs annex in Snowroller but with 7 beds crammed in to the room.close

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by JennyTheresia – posted on Jul 13, 2008

17

The hostel is a great value, but I found it difficult to accept that there wasn't a single completely functional shower. Spending a little money on plumbing fixers will not break the bank, especially given the amount of paying customers that stay there.

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by matrlu – posted on Jul 8, 2008

2

Great location and fun place. The guy at the front desk was a good guy and very helpful. If you dont mind a little older hostels, then stay here.

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by phovey9143 – posted on Jul 7, 2008

3

dark and tiny space...

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by Daohan – posted on Jul 4, 2008

5

No where to check bags if you arrive early. We had to leave some bags in the dining room. When we got back all the bags were open....luckily we didn't leave anything valuable and nothing was taken

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by schitchm – posted on Jun 23, 2008

1

Ihad a good day. Very very thak you. Now I.m staying Hoste Ruthensteiner. Thanks

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by nakamuraakito662261 – posted on Jun 20, 2008

2

The hostel is quite difficult to locate and a bit far off from the train station.

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by quah00023656 – posted on Jun 18, 2008

3

pretty dirty matresses that give you bug bites.

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by prism-81435288 – posted on Jun 15, 2008

2

Only hostel I could find in Zermatt really. It suited our needs. The facilities were decent, not a full kitchen, just a mini fridge, kettle, and a toaster. The showers weren't bad either, didn't mind showering in them unlike Zurich. The stairs are troublesome, very steep spiral staircase. If... more Only hostel I could find in Zermatt really. It suited our needs. The facilities were decent, not a full kitchen, just a mini fridge, kettle, and a toaster. The showers weren't bad either, didn't mind showering in them unlike Zurich. The stairs are troublesome, very steep spiral staircase. If another place opened up I would go there, but seems like it's all Zermatt had. Room doors don't lock so you'll rely on the lockers (very old fashioned keys). Plus side is free wireless compared to other places in Switzerland that charge a ridiculous rate. If you have other destinations, at least a FULL day in Zermatt should be enough.close

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by chinq6t – posted on Jun 11, 2008

4

This place just rocks out.

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by pat-mclane7686 – posted on Jun 9, 2008

9

Staff is very kind.Excellent staff.

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by kaimanida3326 – posted on Jun 2, 2008

2

The shower was not hot enough.

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by hayashi-eri14921025 – posted on May 20, 2008

4

My only complaint was the price. So expensive for so little.

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by chashlock8426 – posted on May 15, 2008

3

The Matterhorn hostel though very basic, it is well maintained. The staff was friendly and helpful. It is also a nice place to meet people.

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by davidemmanuel2252 – posted on May 13, 2008

1

small hostel with not alot there. its really close to the lifts though

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by bolson761171 – posted on May 8, 2008

32

Great location, an friendly staff. If you re going to to zermatt to ski/snowboard this is a good place to stay... Only 300m from the base lift..

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by jupuprob – posted on Apr 26, 2008

1

This place quite far from the train station but near the Matterhorn ( about 300 metres walk). We got a room under the roof which is really really small ( i can't imagine how 6 people could stay in this room and there was only mixed room !).Lucky for us that noone else share our room that night.... more This place quite far from the train station but near the Matterhorn ( about 300 metres walk). We got a room under the roof which is really really small ( i can't imagine how 6 people could stay in this room and there was only mixed room !).Lucky for us that noone else share our room that night. Internet was free but there was only one computer which always occupied and it's quite funny cos it placed in the little space under the stair.close

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by kamontsa4523 – posted on Apr 25, 2008

4

it was a great time. we partied in the hostel on the first night with a bunch of locals and it was a 5 min walk to the lift. very clean, worth the cheap amount.

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by shaunfortney6774 – posted on Apr 25, 2008

1

Really conveniently located for the ski slopes (we weren't skiing), but also for seeing the rest of the town, etc. Not luxurious by any means, but if all you are looking for is a place to take a shower and crash it suffices for that. Dense foam mattresses and pillows are not super comfortable,... more Really conveniently located for the ski slopes (we weren't skiing), but also for seeing the rest of the town, etc. Not luxurious by any means, but if all you are looking for is a place to take a shower and crash it suffices for that. Dense foam mattresses and pillows are not super comfortable, nor is the one rough wool blanket you have to sleep with. But it is cheap so I guess you get what you pay for.close

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by lyndseycat9555 – posted on Apr 2, 2008

4

Excellent location close to the lifts. Very helpfull staff

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by scott6996 – posted on Feb 23, 2008

1

for this price in this area don't have much choose

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by bettyche – posted on Feb 18, 2008

4

The guy working the whole time we were there, Jerry, was very friendly and helpful. In fact, we snowboarded with him and the cook and had drinks with them on the mountain. The bar has a good selection of drinks and shots and is as cheap as you will find in Zermatt. Also there's a nice TV with... more The guy working the whole time we were there, Jerry, was very friendly and helpful. In fact, we snowboarded with him and the cook and had drinks with them on the mountain. The bar has a good selection of drinks and shots and is as cheap as you will find in Zermatt. Also there's a nice TV with great snowboarding and skiing videos. The hostel is a 5 min walk from the gondola up to the main mountain and 10 min from the train to the other, which is perfect, because the closer mountain is about twice as big. The only complaint is that they told us we could leave our bags in the lounge after check out while we were snowboarding, and my girlfriend got 200 euro stolen out of hers.close

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by druhland9571 – posted on Feb 5, 2008

1

Location was excellent, however it would have been easier to meet people if there was a common area. Very cosy and warm room. Bathrooms could have been more spacious and shower was cold.

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by lauren8613 – posted on Feb 4, 2008

5

The staff is very friendly.

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by ldybxm3884 – posted on Jan 28, 2008

3

Very friendly staff.

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by abwelch121 – posted on Jan 18, 2008

4

This hostel had a lot of character and staff were very helpfull, however doors to the hostel and the dorms were left unlocked at all times. The hostel was also very chilly at night time, at least our dorm was, everywhere else seemed ok.

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by eatmy – posted on Jan 11, 2008

15