Locarno Youth Hostel

Palagiovani , Via B. Varenna 18, 6600 Locarno

Highlights

  • Rooms with a private terrace
  • Bikeroom and Bikewash
  • Fully equipped seminar rooms
  • City for various music festivals for music lovers
  • Ticino Ticket

Back from the season break!

Classic

This Classic youth hostel is operated by:

Verein Schweizer Jugendherbergen

BikingBiking
HikingHiking
Family FriendlyFamily Friendly
Sustainable LivingSustainable Living
Green LivingGreen Living

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Sunny Mediterranean holidays in Ticino

Locarno Youth Hostel is affectionately known as the “Palagiovani” by the locals, which translates as the “Youth Palace”. This is hardly surprising, as the pretty villa at the entrance to Locarno’s old town is a real showpiece.

In Locarno, the sun actually shines for almost 2,300 hours a year! This promises balmy evenings on the famous Piazza Grande, where summer events such as the Moon&Stars Festival and the film festival take place, as well as relaxing Mediterranean moments by the lake or exploring the vineyards. Our top tip: Hop on your bike in Locarno for an ice cream by the lake. Then maybe an espresso doppio? Go on, spoil yourself!

Offers and activities

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3 for 2 nights in Locarno

Experience spring in Ticino with la dolce vita in Locarno. Stay 3 nights at Locarno Youth Hostel and pay only 2 – book now!

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Dog special Locarno

In spring, it's time to head south with your four-legged friend. Your dog stays at Locarno Youth Hostel free of charge for bookings from March to May! And when you check in, there's a little treat for your dog!

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E-bike holidays in Ticino from Locarno

Discover Ticino on two wheels and start your cycling holiday right in Locarno. Locarno Youth Hostel is the ideal starting point for varied e-bike tours. With a rental e-bike from BikePort, you can explore the region flexibly: along Lake Maggiore, through the Maggia Valley or into the emerald-green Verzasca Valley.

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Experience sustainability with Aurelia e.V.

With Aurelia e.V., school classes are discovering just how versatile and tangible “sustainability made in Switzerland” can be. Interactive events led by experts bring the topic to life. Extra tip: Complement the experience with exciting learning modules – ideal for project days or class camps! Access to the learning modules is included in the event. 

Lables, awards & cooperations

ibex fairstay platinum Logo
HI Quality & Sustainability
HI Quality
Swisstainable leading
Best of ibex fairstay 2024 – Locarno Youth Hostel
Logo unseres Partners OK:GO
Hotellerie Suisse Klassifikation «Hostel»

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Esther Egli & Team, Locarno Youth Hostel