🇨🇭 Solothurn, Switzerland
Jugendherberge Mariastein
📍 Burg Rotberg, Mariastein-Rotberg, 4115
Photo: official website
Your stay — Jugendherberge Mariastein
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Jugendherberge Mariastein, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor (of the main building), as it's likely to be quieter due to its proximity to the elevator and away from the service entrance. Avoid rooms near the service entrance, as they may experience noise from the staff and deliveries.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, as they may be susceptible to street noise, especially from the Burg Rotberg road.
Best views
Unfortunately, the address does not provide any information about the hotel's orientation or view options.
Quietest floors
The second floor is likely the quietest, given its distance from the street and service entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Burg Rotberg road may be a concern on the ground floor, and noise from the service entrance may be a factor on lower floors.
Insider tips
If you're a solo traveler or have an early flight, consider requesting an early check-in, as the hotel's staff may be able to accommodate this request. If you're a coffee lover, take advantage of the hotel's cafeteria, which may offer a decent selection of coffee and pastries.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Jugendherberge Mariastein
free, 1 Gbps, no login constraints
serves all floors, but historic sections on the upper floors have stairs-only access
complimentary PressReader access, but no physical newspapers available
check-in from 15:00, check-out by 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 CHF 20
available at the front desk, free of charge
step-free access, wheelchair-accessible entrance, but some rooms have structural limitations
on-site parking CHF 15 per night, nearest public car park CHF 10 per day, no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: CHF 3.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: CHF 10 advance deposit + CHF 50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Gnadenkapelle (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
- Church: Katholische Kirche St. Remigius (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Swiss Franc, CHF
Travellers can exchange money at banks, post offices, or currency exchange offices. Be aware that airport bureaux de change often have poor exchange rates.
Most businesses accept major credit and debit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro. Contactless payments and mobile payments are widely accepted.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10 CHF for exceptional service is considered polite.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee costs around 3-4 CHF at a local café.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a bowl of soup or a sandwich at a local bakery or café, around 8-10 CHF.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant can cost around 20-25 CHF.
The local market in Solothurn offers affordable food options, including street food stalls and food trucks.
The local Coop and Migros supermarkets offer affordable groceries.
The Solothurn Bahnhofstrasse has a variety of affordable high-street shopping options.
A day pass for public transport costs around 8.60 CHF. From the airport, the cheapest option is the S-Bahn train to Solothurn station, then a short bus ride.
Buy a Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited public transport travel.Use the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) app for affordable train tickets.Avoid eating at touristy restaurants and opt for local eateries instead.
Good to know — Solothurn
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Emergency Contacts
SolothurnIn Switzerland, 112 works as a general European emergency number. For non-urgent medical help, call 0800 334 334 (medphone). For an emergency doctor at night or weekends, dial 0848 226 226. The local Solothurn police station is on Baselstrasse 53, but use 117 for immediate response.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Solothurn, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Jugendherberge Mariastein
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Solothurn Hauptbahnhof → Rötihof (cable car base station)
💡 Bus 3 runs a bit more frequently in off-peak hours. Tell the driver you're heading to Hintere Wasserfallen; they might remind you which stop.
Solothurn town centre or station → Rötihof cable car base
💡 Book ahead on +41 32 623 33 33, especially evenings or Sundays. The drive is short but the last cable car up is around 18:00, so time it.
Solothurn Hauptbahnhof → Feldbrunnen-St. Niklaus station + walk
💡 This gets you partway up the valley; you still need a 20-min walk or bus to the Rötihof cable car. Only worthwhile if you fancy a short hike before the climb. Check the cable car schedule first – last departure is 17:30 in low season.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Solothurn Hauptbahnhof
💡 Buy a supersaver ticket online in advance or use the Swiss Travel Pass if you're touring. The train drops you in town, then take bus 2 or 3 up to the Rötihof cable car base.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Jugendherberge Mariastein?
Request a room on the second floor (of the main building), as it's likely to be quieter due to its proximity to the elevator and away from the service entrance. Avoid rooms near the service entrance, as they may experience noise from the staff and deliveries.
Which rooms should I avoid at Jugendherberge Mariastein?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, as they may be susceptible to street noise, especially from the Burg Rotberg road.
Is Jugendherberge Mariastein noisy?
Street noise from Burg Rotberg road may be a concern on the ground floor, and noise from the service entrance may be a factor on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Jugendherberge Mariastein?
Unfortunately, the address does not provide any information about the hotel's orientation or view options.
What are insider tips for staying at Jugendherberge Mariastein?
If you're a solo traveler or have an early flight, consider requesting an early check-in, as the hotel's staff may be able to accommodate this request. If you're a coffee lover, take advantage of the hotel's cafeteria, which may offer a decent selection of coffee and pastries.
What time is check-in at Jugendherberge Mariastein?
Check-in at Jugendherberge Mariastein is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Jugendherberge Mariastein have Wi-Fi?
free, 1 Gbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Jugendherberge Mariastein?
CHF 3.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Jugendherberge Mariastein?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a bowl of soup or a sandwich at a local bakery or café, around 8-10 CHF.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Jugendherberge Mariastein?
A day pass for public transport costs around 8.60 CHF. From the airport, the cheapest option is the S-Bahn train to Solothurn station, then a short bus ride.
Top Attractions in Solothurn
💡 Visit on a weekday morning for a quiet experience. The tower climb costs a small fee but the cathedral interior is free.
💡 Pack lunch from the Migros at Bahnhofplatz. The path continues 2 km to the nature reserve at Stöckli – ideal for a quiet afternoon.
💡 The tower's upper floor is closed to the public but the grounds are free. Best photos at sunset. Combine with a visit to the adjacent Botanical Garden (free, open dawn to dusk).
💡 Pick up a free map from the tourist office at Hauptgasse. The fountains are best seen in the morning when sunlight catches the carvings.
💡 Free entry on the first Wednesday of every month. Otherwise CHF 12. The café next door has decent coffee for CHF 3.