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    Hotel Barabas Lucerne (Lucerne, Switzerland)

    Hotel Barabas Lucerne (Lucerne, Switzerland)

    About Hotel Barabas Lucerne

    As Switzerland's first jailhouse hotel, Barabas Lucerne was built in 1862 and was used a Lucerne's central prison. The property is located in the Old Town within walking distance of plenty bars and restaurants. Non-smoking accommodation includes private bathrooms with showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can request hair dryers if they require one. The Barabas Lucerne features a 24-hour reception and multi-lingual staff, a cosy inner courtyard, and guests can access the “prison” library. The common area is home to a screen which shows big sporting events as well as a foosball table, pool table and dartboard. There is a continental breakfast available daily in the restaurant for a small fee. The onsite Japanese restaurant, Izakaya Nozomi, serves a variety of dishes including bento boxes. The property is less than an hour from Zurich International Airport and attractions such as Lake Lucerne and Mount Pilatus can be reached in 40 minutes by car.

    Top amenities

    • WiFi in lobby
    • Free WiFi
    • Pets
    • Restaurant

    Rating overview

    8.1
    trivago Rating Index® based on 5576  reviews from:
    • Hotels.com(8.4/10),
    • LocationVery good  8.1 / 10
    • RoomsOkay  5.3 / 10
    • ServiceOkay  6.5 / 10

    Positive Reviews

    positive:

    A novelty stay.

    Many guests enjoyed their stay here because there are still the original jail house doors and there are bars on the windows. It adds to the charm of this place and the fact that it 'actually' was a prison. The rooms are small and comfortable and many guests expected that because of its history.

    positive:

    It is very clean.

    There are numerous reports of this property and how clean the rooms are. Guests mention the walls are all white and the floors are spotless. Common areas are clean as well and you can tell that the owners and staff really take pride in their hotel business.

    positive:

    Affordable and funky.

    Guests mention that this is by no means a luxury hotel, but if you know that going in, you'll enjoy your stay. It is a great price for what you receive and it also has a jail theme that adds to the fun of your stay.


    Negative Reviews

    negative:

    Too noisy.

    Some guests found a stay here too noisy for their liking. This is mainly due to the Jailhouse Lucerne Club on the premises. Some guests mention that if the rooms were properly soundproofed it might improve the noise factor a little bit.

    negative:

    No lift available.

    A few guests mention that the property does not have a lift, making it inconvenient for people who don't handle steep stairs too well.

    negative:

    No Wi-Fi in rooms.

    Guests have been disappointed because there isn't any Wi-Fi Internet connection in the rooms. There is only a connection in the corridors so they felt silly standing around trying to connect to friends and family back home.


    All amenities

    Property amenities
    1. Arcade/Video games
    2. Entrance hall/lobby
    3. Lift
    4. Terrace
    5. Pets allowed
    6. Non-smoking rooms
    7. Restaurant
    8. WiFi in public areas
    9. Free WiFi (public areas)
    10. Luggage storage
    11. Housekeeping
    12. Free WiFi
    13. Safe distance
    14. Response protocol
    15. Online check-in/check-out
    16. New safety protocols
    17. Cashless payment
    Room amenities
    1. Balcony
    2. Openable windows
    3. Central heating
    4. Desk
    5. WiFi
    6. Fan
    7. Free WiFi (rooms)
    Sports facilities
    1. Pool table
    Food and beverage
    1. Diabetic food

    Arrival / Departure

    1. Check in: 15:00
    2. Check out: 11:00

    Contact

    Loewengraben 18,  6004,  Lucerne,  Switzerland
    Telephone: +41 41414170199 | 

    Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Barabas Lucerne

    • Is there a pool area at Hotel Barabas Lucerne?

      No, Hotel Barabas Lucerne doesn’t offer pool areas.

    • Are pets allowed at Hotel Barabas Lucerne?

      Yes, Hotel Barabas Lucerne has a pet policy that may vary based on the room type or availability. Please check with the hotel directly to learn about their pet policy.

    • Is parking available at Hotel Barabas Lucerne?

      No, Hotel Barabas Lucerne doesn’t provide parking.

    • What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Barabas Lucerne?

      Check-in at Hotel Barabas Lucerne is available from: . Check-out time is by .

    • Where is Hotel Barabas Lucerne located?

      Hotel Barabas Lucerne is located in Loewengraben 18, 6004, Lucerne, Switzerland.

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