Other Types of Lodging

If you like to be close to nature, then Switzerland is your camping paradise. Camp alongside our wonderful Swiss lakes and enjoy the various watersports on offer; or if you prefer the relaxing mountainous world of the Alps, where you can participate in the many exciting activities available, enjoy the scenery and discover the mountain fauna and flora.
Camping outside official camp sites is not allowed in Switzerland.

600 group accommodation options spread all over Switzerland:

• Holiday homes
• Hotels
• Seminar houses
• Sports centres

Fancy a holiday in Switzerland?

CONTACT groups.ch is the central rental agency for group houses (group accommodation) in Switzerland. We offer the whole range from the budget group lodge to the comfortable holiday home, cottage, B&B or hotel. Free rental service.

CONTACT groups.ch
Hotels and chalets for groups
Spitzackerstrasse 19
PO Box
CH-4410 Liestal
Tel. +41 (0) 61 926 60 00
Fax. +41 (0) 61 911 88 88
www.groups.ch

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Schweizer Jugendherbergen
Schaffhauserstrasse 14
8042 Zürich
Tel. +41 (0)1 360 14 14
Fax +41 (0)1 360 14 60
marketing@youthhostel.ch
www.youthhostel.ch

Very popular in Anglo-Saxon countries, "Bed and Breakfasts" are a very popular and growing accommodation type also in our country. It is practical, flexible and inexpensive and is liked by friendly, easy-going vacationers. Rooms standards correspond to strict criteria which were set in cooperation with the Swiss Federation of Tourism.

The annual edition of the guide "Bed and Breakfast Switzerland" as well as the Internet site www.bnb.ch include photos and descriptions of the accommodations. Discover the warm welcome of the Swiss. The best way to discover a country is by listening to the people who built it.

For more information:
Bed and Breakfast Switzerland

Not just something for backpackers: one in three of Switzerland's 25 backpacker hotels is classed as family-friendly, meaning that it has everything a family might need to feel at home, from changing tables to cots. So zip up and off you go!

Overnight stays in private accommodation is currently a popular trend – and not only during the UEFA EURO 2008. Private hosts look after you during either a short break or longer vacation, and in some offers breakfast is included. Find out more about this alternative type of accommodation when booking.

The Swiss Tourism Association is dedicated to monitoring and improving quality – and guest rooms are no exception! The number of awarded stars gives you an idea of what to expect in the way of furnishings and services: www.swisstourfed.ch