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How much do hostels in Bern cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in Bern, Switzerland range from $43 to $70/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 5 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 9.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $46.
Based on current listings, November dorm beds typically start around $46/night.
At $43/night and up, Bern is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Switzerland.
How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 4 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-10-07T12:18:50.544Z.
Cheaper dates to stay
The lower-priced dates currently available include November 2 (one night),November 3 (one night),November 9 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.
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Local knowledge for Bern
Where to stay
Lorraine, a short walk north of the Hauptbahnhof across the Lorrainebrücke, has the cheapest bars and a mix of students and locals who actually live there. Länggasse, along Länggassstrasse near the University of Bern, is the other affordable base and still an easy walk to the Altstadt.
Getting around
- Go to Bundesplatz or Waisenhausplatz on a Tuesday or Saturday morning for the open-air market. Bread, cheese, and fruit cost a fraction of what any Altstadt cafe charges.
- Jump into the Aare at Marzilibad and float downstream to Schwellenmätteli. It's free, takes about 20 minutes, and is what locals actually do in July and August.
- Eat lunch from the self-service counter at a Migros or Coop. A hot meal runs a fraction of what sit-down spots on Kramgasse or Marktgasse charge on Kramgasse or Marktgasse.
When to go
November through March is the cheapest window, with easy walk-in availability. Book at least a week ahead for July and August, when Aare swimmers and summer travelers fill the limited beds fast.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in Bern cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $46. Dorm beds currently range from $43 to $70/night across the next 3 months of availability.
What are cheaper dates to stay in Bern?
Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Bern include November 2, November 3, November 9.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Bern?
HostelHound currently tracks 5 hostels in Bern, Switzerland.
How much do hostels in Bern cost in November?
Based on current listings, November dorm beds typically start around $46/night.
Is Bern affordable compared to other hostel cities in Switzerland?
Bern is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Switzerland, with dorm prices starting from $43/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Bern?
Lorraine, a short walk north of the Hauptbahnhof across the Lorrainebrücke, has the cheapest bars and a mix of students and locals who actually live there. Länggasse, along Länggassstrasse near the University of Bern, is the other affordable base and still an easy walk to the Altstadt.
What is the best time of year to visit Bern?
November through March is the cheapest window, with easy walk-in availability. Book at least a week ahead for July and August, when Aare swimmers and summer travelers fill the limited beds fast.