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3 stars

Barabas Luzern

18 Löwengraben, 6004 Lucerne, Luzern, Switzerland
Lucerne, Switzerland
See location+41 41 417 01 99
From
$62
Cheapest

rate per night

7.9
Good
based on 4073 reviews
4,073 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$62
Double room
$134
Superior room
$143
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Overview

Barabas Luzern is located in Luzern, a 3-minute walk from Chapel Bridge. Popular points of interest nearby include KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne and Lion Monument. The property is a 10-minute walk from Glacier Garden Lucerne. Formerly a prison and renovated in 2018, Barabas Luzern features small rooms with bathroom. The former cells have been preserved in the original form. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. Grand Casino Lucerne is 900 metres from the hotel. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 48 km from the property.
7.9
Good rating
Based on 4,073 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Barabas Luzern

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Superior room
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$143
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$164
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$166
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Double room
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$134
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$140
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$188
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Deluxe room
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$190
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$192
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$199
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Standard room
3 twin beds
$62
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$70
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$71
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Barabas Luzern

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen

  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Pool table

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant

General

  • Lockers
  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Reviews of Barabas Luzern

7.9
Good
4073 verified ratings
Wonderful
1483
Very good
1081
Good
779
Okay
343
Fair
200
Mediocre
86
Poor
101

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's central location and friendly staff, often highlighting the unique experience of staying in a former prison. However, many reviews pointed out the small room sizes and lack of air conditioning, which made for uncomfortable conditions, especially during hot weather. Cleanliness was generally praised, contributing to a positive overall experience despite some discomforts.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Atmosphere8 out of 10
Room Size1.5 out of 10
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6.5
Okay
Anonymous, Jun 2018
Pros (+) Clean rooms
Cons (-) Sparse, small rooms. Great if you are partying, but not if you like to sleep.

Location

18 Löwengraben, 6004 Lucerne, Luzern

What's nearby

  • Rathaus Lucerne120 yd
  • Old Town140 yd
  • Spreuerbrücke230 yd
  • Historisches Museum Luzern287 yd
  • Kapellbrücke297 yd
  • Jesuitenkirche298 yd
  • The Nine Towers0.3 mi
  • Luzern Train Station0.4 mi
  • Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre0.4 mi
  • Bourbaki Panorama0.4 mi
  • Hofkirche0.5 mi
  • Löwendenkmal0.5 mi

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Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Barabas Luzern

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November
September
$142
$215
Cheapest month to stay with an average 67% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 32% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Barabas Luzern

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Barabas Luzern, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Barabas Luzern, plan to stay on a Thursday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Barabas Luzern was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $63, while the most expensive was $227.
  • How long should you stay at Barabas Luzern? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Barabas Luzern

  • Where is Barabas Luzern located?

    Barabas Luzern is located at 18 Löwengraben in Downtown, 0.1 miles from the center of Lucerne. Rathaus Lucerne is the closest landmark to Barabas Luzern.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Barabas Luzern?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Barabas Luzern.

  • Does Barabas Luzern offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Barabas Luzern offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Barabas Luzern from the airport?

    Barabas Luzern is 30.3 miles from Zurich. Barabas Luzern is 39.2 miles from Belp.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Barabas Luzern hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Barabas Luzern in Lucerne and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Barabas Luzern and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Barabas Luzern.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.7
0.1 mi
Zurich
30.3 mi

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