What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee of approximately CHF 13 for adults and children.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed with a fee of CHF 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Guests should contact the property directly to arrange for bringing pets.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Lucerne, just a 3-minute drive from Chapel Bridge and 7 minutes from the Swiss Transportation Museum. It is 0.1 km from Lucerne Town Hall and Rosengart Collection.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and those under 16 years of age do not incur the city tax.

Barabas Luzern - Comfortable 3 Star Hotel in Lucerne

Average nightly price at Barabas Luzern by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$121
February	$124
March	$122
April	$132
May	$162
June	$166
July	$158
August	$169
September	$152
October	$138
November	$118
December	$123

What guests think

At Barabas Luzern, guests consistently praise the friendly staff, strong cleanliness, and the quirky former prison experience, while noting compact cell style rooms, limited in room amenities, and warm temperatures due to a lack of air conditioning.

Many highlight the excellent Old Town location, walkable to the station, sights, shops, and dining. Breakfast feedback ranges from basic to generous, depending on the stay. Expect a unique, simple stay best suited to travelers who prioritize location and novelty.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic. There is no on site parking and guests use nearby public garages a short walk away.

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Lokesh vinodkumar

Mar 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were really small. Although the staff was good. There was 1 checkin machine which took like 20 mins for checkin

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Beth

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a fun stop for us. We stayed 2 nights, the location was perfect for walking everywhere in Luzern. The kids thought the prison was cool. Their patio is great. The reception staff was so kind and friendly. The breakfast staff was rude but Natasha (if i remember right) made up for him.

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Stephane

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Parking a little far

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Hubert

Jun 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

gut erreichbar, kein Parkplatz, laut bis spät in die Nacht im und vor dem Haus, "Zelle" unpraktisch, eine Erfahrung wert, mehr nicht.

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Alex

Mar 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Barabas Hostel was well-located and clean. The room was small and styled very similar to a prison, but this is prominently advertised and a core feature of the experience. Free coffee and tea was available 24/7 and there was a lounge area available for everyone to use. The front desk was attentive and very helpful.

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Ericka

Jul 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel near shopping and in the city center. Rooms are very small and very warm despite fans since there is only one tiny window and no air flow. It is, after all, an actual prison. Just be aware. We parked approximately 10 minute walk away and it was 29 francs for 24 hours. Very attentive and helpful staff.

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Brad

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are clean and safe. Just really small. Nowhere to leave suitcase or even sit other than the bed. They could use more couches in the hallways and more common area since the room is only for sleeping.

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Dino Jay

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was easy to locate and it is near the city proper. But they do not have their own parking space.

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Anthony

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The atmosphere of a converted prison is unique. Parking across the river in the Altstadt parkplatz worked fine. Not the most convenient but if you want to stay in the old town it's pretty much required. Would stay again.

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Miralla

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had an amazing stay at barabas hotel. The room we stayed in was huge the washroom was pristine.Everything was clean. Room had coffee machine and fridge with soda in them. Lots of storage space.The self check in was not working when we arrived, however they have 24 hr reception and one of the staff members helped us right away. The breakfast was basic . I would highly recommend staying at this location. We really enjoyed our day here and truly appreciate the fact they offer free luggage storage before and after checkout.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and bathrooms are generally very clean and well kept. A few guests mentioned bathroom odors or shared facilities that were not spotless.

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MICHIKO

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

客室、バスルームともに清掃が行き届いていて清潔でした。

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John

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location, clean room and overall good option for Lucerne.

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Simona

May 30, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

This hotel has a perfect location, it is very clean, the girl at the reception was super nice and the breakfast was great!

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Marie Katarina

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, 6-women room. The girls in the reception are wonderful.

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Ricardo

Jan 13, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Atendimento excepcional da recepção. Pegamos um quarto individual. Realmente você estará se hospedando em uma antiga prisão. É SENSACIONAL!! Quarto confortável e extremamente limpo. Muito próximo de TUDO! Recomendo e retornaria.

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Laurie

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unique property in a former jail. We stayed in the Hotel Nozomi portion. Quiet, comfortable beds, plenty of hot water, very clean. Everything in the room (Nozomi 3) seemed new and is in great condition. Breakfast was included and there were a lot of choices (granola, cheese, bread, yogurt, fruit, etc). A supermarket is across the street. Walkable from the train station. Take water with you as restaurants charge for tap water. We would definitely stay again.

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LOREDANA

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I bagni maschi/femmine condiviso (non mi è piaciuto per niente!!) e sporchi. Nel dormitorio né un cestino, né un lavandino, né uno specchio; armadietti talmente stretti da non riuscire a mettere una valigia! Era la notte del carnevale e purtroppo non si è dormito quasi nulla!Prezzo troppo elevato. Staff gentile e lenzuola pulite.Buona la posizione facilmente e velocemente raggiungibile dalla stazione.

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Karin

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super friendly and helpful staff. Room, shared bathroom and building in general very clean. Excellent breakfast buffet. Looking forward to my next stay!

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Naamah

Apr 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Felt extremely clean and comfortable, and the showers were really modern and super! They even made our beds each day. I was very impressed.

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Sonia

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room and bathroom were spacious and clean. Bed and pillows were very comfy. Staff was very helpful and kind. Breakfast was ok. The hotel is very well situated. Shops and restaurants are close by and short walking distance from the train station

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Rooms

Rooms are minimalist and very small, reflecting the prison cell design; beds are usually comfortable but storage and seating are limited. Many note warm or stuffy conditions without AC, occasional noise, and semi transparent bathroom partitions.

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Ashwani

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very interesting hotel previously was a prison therefore room was very small.

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Jennifer

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect location in the old town, very close to everything and a short walk from the train station. The room could get a bit stuffy but thankfully they provide a fan. I’m not sure what the temperatures would be like during the height of summer but it was fine in September. Bathrooms in the rooms aren’t the most private. Staff were friendly. Would stay again for the price/location.

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Ronald

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was a different experience for the three of us. It felt claustrophobic. Maybe good for only an overnight stay. We had 3 large luggages and it was cumbersome to even open them all at the same time. Space was very limited. No chairs, no tables, no TV. The bathroom door had no handle from the inside so it was difficult to close. Bathroom was clean though.

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Anders

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rummen är ett hotells viktigaste aspekt. Man är där för att sova. Att då ha utanpåliggande, oisolerade varmvattenledningar längs med väggarna är för mig obegripligt. Trots 12 grader utomhus och fönstret öppet hade vi uppemot 30 grader varmt i rummet under natten. Lite som att sova i ett pannrum. Vaknade med yrsel och huvudvärk. Detta i kombination med det höga priset för rummet gör att jag är mycket glad att bara ha bokat för en natt.

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april

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I would not recommend if you are claustrophobic or if the weather is hot. The rooms are VERY small with a very small window. The location is fantastic. The place is very clean. The housekeeping staff lost my daughter’s retainer (800 dollars) and staff was rude about it. But again it’s clean and affordable and close to the chapel bridge area. .

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Tristan

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

La chambre est composée de deux lits superposés si bas qu'il n'est pas possible de s'asseoir sur les lits du bas sans avoir la tête gênée par le lit du dessus... Il n'y a pas de chaise... nulle part ou de tenir assis.

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Harri

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a private room with double bed. There was not much room to move around in the room, but we knew that since it is an old prison cell. Friendly staff. A fan in the room helped with the heat. We had our window open too, but that let in the noise from the people talking loud in the garden area at night. (Maybe a sign out there that mentions quite time at night?) The location is good and otherwise calm. No common kitchen area, but they let us store our few food items in the staff fridge.

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Emma

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfy beds and good size rooms. The doors were quite heavy and loud to close, especially if being left to close on their own, which isn't great with people coming and going at all hours

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Wei hua

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was good except there is no AC so it was extremely hot.

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Pratik

Aug 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel makes you feel that you are in prison ! No air conditioner and there was a small table fan which was making noise whole night ! Person sleeping on the top of bunk bed can not get any air. Washroom wall was semi transparent, so it was uncomfortable using it. Overall, it was not a pleasant experience. Very tiny rooms. Shower, although individual but was outside.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with assistance on luggage and local tips. A few reported slow check in or occasional rudeness.

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Alessandra

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Enjoyed my stay! Friendly and informative staff.

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Ye

Aug 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

staff is not very friendly

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Claudia Maritza

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Muy buena ubicación, recibimos una excelente atencion de personal, nos apoyaron guardando las maletas antes y despues de nuestra estancia.

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Beth

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a fun stop for us. We stayed 2 nights, the location was perfect for walking everywhere in Luzern. The kids thought the prison was cool. Their patio is great. The reception staff was so kind and friendly. The breakfast staff was rude but Natasha (if i remember right) made up for him.

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Steven

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful Staff/ Great Place to Stay

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Judy

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and very friendly staff.

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Robert

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Right in the heart of Lucerne with everything very close by. Very helpful front desk staff and super clean.

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Skye

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was very well cleaned and well kept. The staff were very nice and helpful and the location is close to everything, and conveniently just a 10 minute walk from the train station.

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Sonia

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room and bathroom were spacious and clean. Bed and pillows were very comfy. Staff was very helpful and kind. Breakfast was ok. The hotel is very well situated. Shops and restaurants are close by and short walking distance from the train station

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YUEWEN

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very,very small.the sink is dirty. The worst service ever

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Location

Excellent Old Town location, walkable to the train station, sights, shops, and dining. Some guests noted street or courtyard noise at night in certain rooms.

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Aaron

Oct 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome place. Right in the heart of Luzern. Can walk everywhere. Super comfortable beds and clean.

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Landon

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect for two people! Easy to check into and close to all the major attractions in Lucerne.

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Yanin

Oct 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location is great, walking distance to all main attractions.

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Mauricio

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast seemed nice but I did not take advantage because I had an early train this hotel is right in the middle of the old city, very close to everything you want to see also plenty of restaurants bars and shops, the rooms are a bit small for 4 people but manageable

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Robert

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Right in the heart of Lucerne with everything very close by. Very helpful front desk staff and super clean.

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John

Dec 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great affordable option in a convenient location in the old town.

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Skye

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was very well cleaned and well kept. The staff were very nice and helpful and the location is close to everything, and conveniently just a 10 minute walk from the train station.

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Sriram

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service, historic location and concenuent access to train station.

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Sajid

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Best experience of 2 nights. Everything just 5 mins walk away even Luzern station 5 mins walk.

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Magda

Jan 1, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Personal muy amable y super bien ubicado

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Dining

Breakfast feedback ranges from basic to generous, with many positives and some requests for hot items or more variety. A few guests enjoyed the on site Japanese restaurant; occasional complaints about breakfast service.

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maria Pia

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was perfect, we could walk everywhere and visit the main attractions. I would only improve the breakfast buffet that is very poor.

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Leonardo

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I really loved this hotel. It has really nice rooms and had AC and the staff was really nice. We also tried their restaurant which was really good. Breakfast was good. We stayed in the Japanese style rooms. If I come back to Switzerland I will stay here the whole time.

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Karen

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room in Old Town. We stayed in the Japanese part and skipped the prison cell experience. The whole place is fun. We also ate at the Japanese restaurant in the hotel. Very good.

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Beth

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a fun stop for us. We stayed 2 nights, the location was perfect for walking everywhere in Luzern. The kids thought the prison was cool. Their patio is great. The reception staff was so kind and friendly. The breakfast staff was rude but Natasha (if i remember right) made up for him.

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Kamlesh

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall good just we didn't find dinner facilities only McDonald's and subway

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Laurie

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unique property in a former jail. We stayed in the Hotel Nozomi portion. Quiet, comfortable beds, plenty of hot water, very clean. Everything in the room (Nozomi 3) seemed new and is in great condition. Breakfast was included and there were a lot of choices (granola, cheese, bread, yogurt, fruit, etc). A supermarket is across the street. Walkable from the train station. Take water with you as restaurants charge for tap water. We would definitely stay again.

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Karin

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super friendly and helpful staff. Room, shared bathroom and building in general very clean. Excellent breakfast buffet. Looking forward to my next stay!

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MASUMI

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

朝食に温かいものがあれば良いと思います。

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Sonia

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room and bathroom were spacious and clean. Bed and pillows were very comfy. Staff was very helpful and kind. Breakfast was ok. The hotel is very well situated. Shops and restaurants are close by and short walking distance from the train station

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Samuel Patrick S.

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was an old prison and the rooms are former prison cells so this is really interesting. The layout is a bit tight, but beds were very comfortable. No AC but there is a fan and it was cold during our stay so all was well. The bathroom is functional, clean and a good lay out. Breakfast was great. It is very convenient, within the old city and an easy walk to the train station.

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