Must-knows about hotels in Lucerne

  • A hotel in Lucerne’s old town is ideal: it’s a charming location, and you can reach the rail station on foot.
  • Other districts very close to the train station are Kleinstadt and Neustadt.
  • A hotel directly on the northern Lake Lucerne shore requires a short bus or train trip to the station.
  • You’ll get a free Visitor Card for local transport.

Find your hotel in Lucerne

Barabas Luzern
Barabas Luzern
LucerneGuest reviews 9.2/10Very low price
Welcome to Barabas Luzern, Switzerland’s first jailhouse hostel. You don’t have to book an expensive flight to San Francisco to take a look at an ancient prison. Just come to Lucerne! To begin with it’s much cheaper and second you’ll have the unique opportunity of staying overnight, plunging into the …

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Young Backpackers Homestay
Young Backpackers Homestay
LucerneGuest reviews 9.6/10Low price
Special Hostel/Homestay with a amazing view over the alps and the city, in a new renovated Villa up in the Hills of Lucerne, just 10 minutes from the main Train Station (Free bus Tickets availabel). You will get a bed in a shared room with a amazing view …

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Hotel Alpha
Hotel Alpha
LucerneGuest reviews 9.4/10Low price
The Hotel Alpha, built in 1903, is located in a central and quiet location. It is famous for its familiar and friendly atmosphere. It has recently renewed the lobby and the rooms. All the rooms are simply furnished but bright and clean. Breakfast is available from 07:00 to 10:00. …

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Backpackers Lucerne
Backpackers Lucerne
LucerneGuest reviews 9.1/10Low price
Latest Check In 9 Pm! for late check in – or early check out we do have a keybox. Lake Lucerne is just in front of our Hostel. All rooms have a balcony. Free kitchen facilities (shop close by). Free Wlan access, information boards, kiosk, bar, free table …

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Holiday Inn Express Luzern Kriens
Holiday Inn Express Luzern Kriens
Lucerne3-starsGuest reviews 8.6/10Low price
This charming hotel is located in Lucerne. There are a total of 160 guest rooms on the premises. Those staying at this establishment may surf on the internet thanks to the Wi-Fi access ready to use on public areas. This hotel offers 24-hour reception for guests’ convenience. This establishment understands …

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Bellpark Hostel
Bellpark Hostel
LucerneGuest reviews 8/10Very low price
Come and relax in our lounge, play some games in our games room and make new friends? Then we are the perfect place for you! Our hostel is just 10 minutes by bus away from Lucerne mai station and Mt. Pilatus is right at our doorstep (just 5 …

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Ameron Luzern Hotel Flora
LucerneNear train station4-starsGuest reviews 9/10Medium price
A stay at Ameron Luzern Hotel Flora places you in the heart of Lucerne, steps from Museum Sammlung Rosengart and 3 minutes by foot from Mt. Rigi. This upscale hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Chapel Bridge and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Jesuit Church.

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Altstadt Hotel Krone
Altstadt Hotel Krone
Lucerne3-starsGuest reviews 8.4/10Low price
This 3 star hotel is located in the city centre of Lucerne and was established in 1350. It is close to the Kappelbrucke and the nearest station is Lucerne Hb. All 25 rooms are equipped with minibar, hairdryer, safe and ironing set.

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Cascada Boutique Hotel
Cascada Boutique Hotel
LucerneNear train station4-starsGuest reviews 8.8/10Medium price
The Cascada Boutique Hotel**** is centrally located in the trendy Lucerne Neustadt district, within walking distance of the train station, the lake and the old town. Each modern, boutique-style room is individually designed around the theme of Swiss waterfalls. At the on-site Bolero Restaurante a top-rated breakfast buffet awaits you! …

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Luzern Youth Hostel
Luzern Youth Hostel
LucerneGuest reviews 8.1/10Low price
The unique interplay between glinting waves, impressive massifs and architectural gems makes Lucerne an extremely popular tourist destination. At the point where the River Reuss flows out of Lake Lucerne and past the world-famous Chapel Bridge, you can make yourself comfortable on the shore or feel a sense of history …

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Where to stay in Lucerne

In the old town

Most of the hotels in Lucerne are within walking distance from the rail station and the historic town center. The rail station is the starting point for all attractions, including the Pilatus, boat trips and more.

Best known is the street called “Rathausquai”. It’s a vibrant street with many beautifully located restaurants and several hotels. These are very close to the rail station, on the northern bank of the river Reuss, and opposite the famous Chapel Bridge.

Other nearby streets, either on the northern or southern river bank, are a great location too.

On the lake

There are hotels on the northern boulevard of Lake Lucerne, close to the Swiss Museum of Transport. Such a location requires an extra 10- to 15-minute bus or train ride to the main station.

In Hirschmatt-Kleinstadt

The Hirschmatt-Kleinstadt district is directly west of the Lucerne railway station. It’s a mixture of new and old architecture. Some hotels are at just a few minutes walking distance from the rail station. If you book a hotel not too far south in this area, you’re still close to the old town.

In Neustadt or Unterlachen-Tribsen

The districts Neustadt and Unterlachen-Tribsen are directly south and east of the rail station. You can get to the rail station on foot. This is not the old town center, but you can still reach it quickly by bus or on foot.

Smaller towns with quick access to Lucerne

If prefer staying in a smaller town, we’d recommend:

  • Meggen, Merlischachen or Küssnacht. These villages east of Lucerne are directly on the lake. Their rail stations connect Lucerne to Arth-Goldau on foot of the Rigi.
  • Horw or Stansstad south of the city. Again, there are quick train connections to Lucerne.

There are many more scenic villages that can make perfect base towns instead of Lucerne. We list them all in our extensive guide on the Lake Lucerne area.

Free Visitor Card for hotel guests

Hotels in Lucerne provide a free Visitor Card when you check in. It’s valid for local transport. In most cases, you’ll make day trips outside of the Visitor Card validity area. That’s why a rail pass is usually more economical.

Find all information about traveling in and near the town in our complete Lucerne guide.

The city of Lucerne: our travel and sightseeing tips

Chapel Bridge/Kapellbrücke over river Reuss in Lucerne

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