Discover a paradise for pets and their owners at Youth Hostel Avenches, where four-legged travelers are treated like VIP guests, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Reformed Church of St. Mary Magdalene and General Henri Guisan Monument. This family-friendly hostel is 10 minutes walk to Aventicum Amphitheater and 10 minutes walk to Avenches Castle.

Our rooms are thoughtfully appointed to ensure your comfort and enjoyment.

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Property Details

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hostel include an arcade/game room, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.

Comprehensive recycling policy
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Hosted evening meal (reserve)
No single-use plastic straws
Number of meeting rooms - 1
No single-use plastic stirrers
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Free WiFi
Bicycle parking available
Bicycle rentals nearby
Free buffet breakfast
All property's electricity comes from renewable sources
Comprehensive food waste policy
Hosted evening meal
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Free breakfast
Horse riding nearby
Water dispenser
Secured bicycle storage
Daily
Barbecue grill(s)
Coffee/tea in common areas
Double-glazing on all windows
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Annual carbon offsets
Mountain biking nearby
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Humane animal treatment
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
No elevator (single level property)
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Arcade/game room
Change of towels (on request)
Picnic area
Garden
Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
Water-efficient showers only
Billiards or pool table
Front desk (limited hours)
Playground on site
Number of restaurants - 1
Library
Smoke-free property
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Self parking (surcharge)
Terrace
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Number of buildings/towers - 1
Total number of rooms - 21
Number of floors - 3

Check-in

Check-in is from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Please note that the total price includes a Youth Hostel Membership per day.
Children younger than age 7 may not stay in dormitories. Children age 2 and younger are included in private room rates when using existing bedding.

Other details

At Youth Hostel Avenches, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Featured amenities include a library, coffee/tea in a common area, and a water dispenser. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Reformed Church of St. Mary Magdalene - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
General Henri Guisan Monument - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Avenches Castle - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Aventicum Amphitheater - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Institut Equestre National d'Avenches - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Lac de Morat - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Madeleine Ruedin Vins - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
1476 Battle Monument - 7 km / 4.3 mi
Murten Historisches Museum - 7 km / 4.3 mi
Cave des Marnes - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Cave du Tonnelier - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Murten Museum - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Trans Swiss Trail - 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Murten Harbor - 9 km / 5.6 mi
Caves du Château Montmagny - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Bern (BRN-Belp) - 58.5 km / 36.4 mi
Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 119.9 km / 74.5 mi
The preferred airport for Youth Hostel Avenches is Geneva International Airport (GVA).

Children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Hotel policies

General

Professional property host/manager
No cribs (infant beds) available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Essential workers only - NO
No elevators

Pets

Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other charges

Self parking fee: CHF 10 per day
Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Hosted evening meal: CHF 19.50

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Rue du Lavoir 5, Avenches, 1580, Switzerland

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