Hotel Analysis
Based on 3 sites · 445 reviews
Swiss Hostel is a budget spot in Hong Kong's Tsim Sha Tsui, inside Chungking Mansions. Guests often praise its prime location near tourist spots and MTR.
Reviews across sites highlight friendly staff and great value for money. Clean rooms and free upgrades are mentioned, especially by solo travelers and business guests. WiFi and hot water get positive nods too.
On the flip side, rooms are tiny and cleanliness issues pop up a lot—small bugs, stained sheets, odors. The Chungking Mansions vibe feels sketchy to some, with long elevator waits and scam suspicions.
It suits budget solo or short-stay travelers who prioritize location, but skip if cleanliness matters most.
Strengths
Location near MTR and sights makes travel easy, per many reviews
Staff friendly and flexible with late check-ins
Good value, with free upgrades sometimes
Some note clean rooms and fast WiFi
Good to Know
Rooms very small, uncomfortable for 2+ people
Bugs, insects, stained sheets, odors—cleanliness gripes repeat
Chungking Mansions area feels unsafe, scam reports
Recommended For
Solo travelers — Convenient location and value suit day-tripping solos
Business travelers — Upgrades and clean rooms noted in business reviews
Budget travelers — Affordable basic crash pad praised
Ratings by Booking Site
Overall 6.1/10 · 2 sites · Based on 437 reviews
Guest Reviews
2 booking sites · 437 reviews
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FAQ
Typically, check-in starts at 3:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Please contact the hotel directly for exact times.
Swiss Hostel has received a rating of 5.9/10 from 191 guests.