Youth Hostel Westerwald

Youth Hostel Westerwald

Modernity and hospitality are the hallmarks of this very nice Westerwald youth hostel, located in the greenery and yet close to the city center. The town of Bad Marienberg is the center in the High Westerwald, a unique natural landscape. Among the most beautiful regions in the High Westerwald are the lakes of the Westerwald Lake District, a paradise for families and nature lovers. Friends of nature, hiking and explorers will get their money's worth in this region. Free WLAN in the whole house.

Accessibility certified People with walking disabilities

Barrier-free information

Short Report as PDF

All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with walking disabilities".

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • There are two parking spaces for people with disabilities.
  • The bus stop 'Kindergarten' is located 300 meters away.
  • The building is accessible without steps via a ramp.
  • All areas and facilities that are accessible to guests are either on the ground floor or accessible via an elevator.
  • All doors/passes and pathways that are accessible to guests are at least 80 cm wide.
  • There are 4 barrier-free rooms available.
  • The toilet in the room is accessible from one side (at least 80 cm).
  • There is a foldable grab bar on the accessible side of the toilet.
  • The sink is accessible underneath, and the mirror can be seen both while standing and sitting.
  • The shower is accessible without a threshold. A grab bar and a shower chair are available.
  • The counter is 110 cm high, but there is an alternative option for communication while sitting.
  • In the dining room, there are 15 tables, each with a maximum height of 80 cm and a height of 67 cm and a depth of 30 cm underneath, making them accessible for sitting underneath.
  • There is a public toilet for people with disabilities, which is accessible from at least one side (at least 80 cm).
  • A foldable grab bar is available on the accessible side of the toilet." 

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • "There is no inductive hearing system available.
  •  Wi-Fi is available.
  • There is an accessible power outlet near the bed.
  • An outgoing emergency call in the elevator is only acoustically confirmed. Alternatively, stairs are available." 

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • "Assistance dogs are welcome.
  • The signage (for orientation) is not designed in easily readable and high-contrast fonts.
  • All areas that are accessible and usable by guests are well-lit and glare-free.
  • An outgoing emergency call in the elevator is acoustically confirmed.
  • Steps do not have contrasting edges.
  • Stairs have at least one handrail on one side.
  • Information is not available in Braille or raised characters.
  • Offered aids: reading aids (reading glasses, magnifying glass)."

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • The bus stop 'Kindergarten' is located 300 meters away.
  • The name of the Westerwald Youth Hostel is clearly visible from the outside
  • The destinations of the paths are in sight, or there are waymarks at a constantly visible distance.
  • There is no information in easy language.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF