Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur

Awesome hostel! Great staff. Communication was on point so received all needed information in a very timely manner. My questions received very prompt responses. Enjoyed my stay. Would definitely stay again.

Good location and friendly staff. Rooms and toilets are clean. Large kitchen with all utensils. We had wonderful time preparing meals and meeting awesome guests.

Depot 195 is an excellent choice if you’re going to Winterthur, or even Zurich, which is about 30 minutes away by train. Trains run very regularly and the hostel is an easy 10 minute walk from the station. Trains go in all directions, so it’s a great base for exploring the region. BTW Don’t miss Stein am Rein - it’s incredible! |Depot 195 is immaculately clean, and the staff are very proactive in keeping it that way. They take great pride in their hostel and clearly love working there. Alex on the front desk was great at suggesting places to see and things to do in the region, and David, the manager, was really helpful and accommodating when I arrived very early. |The kitchen is well appointed, spacious, very clean, well organised and has everything you need. It’s also a friendly place where people chat and get to know each other - that doesn’t happen in all hostels. |I stayed in a female dorm room and it was bright, airy and really big for 6 people. The bed was very comfortable and it had a good light and power set into a wall shelf. |The bathrooms were spotless and the showers were really great. |Most hostels I’ve stayed in (many!) have good aspects and some not-so-good aspects, but I have absolutely only good things to say about Depot 195 - I can’t fault a single thing! |Thanks for having me, I was sad to leave!

One of the best hostel i have ever stay. Rooms are tidy and clean, staff is friendly, location is good. Highly recommenended!

This is a great place to stay in Winterthur ! The staff is fun and kind, we felt very welcome. We got the room via a package deal with the Technorama. The hostel offered a free day ticket for Winterthur as part of the package. Because we went to the Technorama before arriving at the hostel, we weren't able to use it. It would have been perfect to get an qr code or other electronic ticket before the stay. ||The room was amazing. It is beautiful and beautifully decorated. The beams and furniture are a wonderful decor. ||The hostel is a 20 minute walk away from the city centre, but we only went there for an evening meal at Tibits. If you are in Winterthur for the Technorama, you have to take a bus anyway.||The only slight downside to the hostel is the communal kitchen. The seating area is very cramped and smells like the tables were wiped down with cloths that have been lying around a few days.||I would still strongly recommend a stay and will come back with pleasure !

Rly clean and non smelly room. I would’ve preffered if the men and girls bathroom were separated and it was pretty loud at night bc of the kids but that’s not necessarily the hostels fault. The cashier was super nice and helpful, even tho the check in was ending at 10pm he still gave me a option to get my room keys from a special lock and prepared my bedsheets in front of the cashier with my name on it which I really appreciated. I will probably come again next year!

Best hostel / hotel i have tried so far! Super clean, organized, staff is nice and the area is ver calm and near transportation. Would definitely come back

**I recently had the pleasure of staying at Depot 195 - Hostel Winterthur during my solo adventure through Switzerland, and I must say it left a lasting impression on me. **It boasts an ideal location that perfectly caters to solo travelers. Situated in the heart of Winterthur, the hostel is conveniently close to public transportation hubs, making it a breeze to explore the city and beyond. **Hygiene is a top priority for me when choosing accommodation, and Depot 195 did not disappoint. The common areas and dormitories were consistently clean and well-maintained. The hostel staff ensured regular cleaning schedules, and the bathrooms were spotless. **One of the standout features of Depot 195 is the exceptionally friendly and accommodating staff. From the moment I checked in, I felt welcomed and valued as a guest. The staff members were always ready to provide helpful tips on local attractions, transportation, and even shared some insider knowledge about hidden gems in Winterthur. Their warm hospitality added a personal touch to my solo travel experience. *Thank you so much Rebecca for the adapter :D ***I would highly recommend Depot 195 to fellow adventurers seeking a blend of convenience and community in the heart of Switzerland.

I stayed here for two nights while touring Switzerland with my Swiss girlfriend and 8-year-old son. We loved it! Our room was spacious and clean and had its own bathroom. Like most places in Switzerland it does not have air conditioning, so if you are American and used to AC, be advised. The hostel also features a rooftop terrace where we ate dinner both nights, as well as a kitchen and lounge area with drinks for sale. The location is also a bonus. This hostel is built into an old building that was part of a former industrial complex of warehouses, factories, train depots, etc. Just outside the hostel is a brewpub, a cafe, and a truly spectacular Skills Park, which, if you are traveling with kids, they will love. The hostel is also right down the street from the main train station of Winterthur. Overall this is a great spot to stay!

I could only stay in Depot 195 for one night but I can assure you this place is great. Very comfy rooms and great showers/bathrooms. The man (sadly can't remember his name) who helped me at reception was very very welcoming. He had great English and was incredibly nice. He showed us some cool spots to check out and good restaurants. Cleanliness is a strong suit here. Very happy with the stay!