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Barabas - Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Chapel Bridge

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Superior Twin Room | Living area
Lunch and dinner served, Japanese cuisine
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In the heart of Old Town Lucerne, Barabas - Hostel offers a unique blend of Swiss charm and Japanese flair. Relax on the serene terrace or explore the tranquil Japanese garden, then challenge friends at billiards or arcade games. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Arcade/game room
$121 nightly
The total price is $134
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Desk
Laptop workspace
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Löwengraben, 18, Lucerne, 6004

What's nearby

  • Lucerne Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chapel Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • KKL Lucerne - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chateau Guetsch - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Swiss Transportation Museum - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 62 min drive
  • Lucerne Station - 9 min walk
  • Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station) - 9 min walk
  • Luzern Sgv Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Hirschenplatz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Zunfthaus zu Pfistern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Mill'Feuille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antipasteria La Barca GmbH - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Fenice GmbH - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Chapel Bridge and Swiss Transportation Museum. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Izakaya Nozomi, which serves Japanese cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ski area nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Izakaya Nozomi - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 1.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 2.40 per person, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CHF 13 for adults and CHF 13 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 10 per pet, per night

Policies

This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Also known as

Barabas Hostel Lucerne
Barabas Hostel
Barabas Lucerne
Barabas
Barabas Hostel
Barabas - Hostel Lucerne
Barabas - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Barabas - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lucerne

Frequently asked questions

Does Barabas - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Barabas - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Barabas - Hostel?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of CHF 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Barabas - Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Barabas - Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Barabas - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Barabas - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Lucerne (12-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Barabas - Hostel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for hiking and mountain biking. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Barabas - Hostel?

Yes, Izakaya Nozomi offers Japanese cuisine.

What's the area around Barabas - Hostel like?

Barabas - Hostel is in Old Town Lucerne, a short 9-minute walk from Lucerne Station and 5 minutes' walk from Chapel Bridge.

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Barabas - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Shower
Air conditioning
Amenities
Building
Old town
Toilet

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was good with a great choice and excellent buffet. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Lovely hotel, so full of character and history. In a walkable area close to everything. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The mattress was really good. We loved our stay.
1-night trip

10/10

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.
2-night trip

10/10

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

6/10

The rooms were fairly basic but including towels, which was appreciated. It would be great if there were small shelves for the top bunks so guests had a place to keep personal items. Also, dividing the storage space under the beds between both bunks would be helpful. Unfortunately, the guest on the bottom bunk used all the space, so I ended up keeping my things in my bag. The kitchen was also quite basic and lacked enough utensils, cookware, and dishes for the number of guests, so it wasn’t ideal if you’re planning to cook your own meals. On the plus side, the reception staff were very helpful, and the bathrooms were clean with excellent showers. Overall, not a bad stay.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent service, historic location and concenuent access to train station.
2-night trip

10/10

The location is great, walking distance to all main attractions.
1-night trip

10/10

Enjoyed my stay! Friendly and informative staff.
3-night trip

8/10

Great place. Not my first stay. Really friendly staff. Great location. Lots of parking for bikes and motorbikes just outside. Only thing was that I asked for a double and was in a twin, but I was warned that might happen.
3-night trip

10/10

We were surprised to find our accomodation used to be a prison and our room was one of the cells. It was adequately but sparsely furnished in keeping with the theme. Everything was clean and tidy and the staff were very helpful. A fun and different experience.
2-night trip

10/10

Good place to stay!!
1-night trip

8/10

Great Hostel with a history, not particularly sociable if that’s your thing, but perfect if you want basic accommodation in a great location.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location and very friendly staff.
2-night trip

8/10

very good location near train station, attractions and restaurants
2-night trip

10/10

It was a super neat experience to sleep at this hostel, probably one of the best nights of sleep in my life. Fantastic location, on the far edge of the tourist zone

10/10

accessible by light railway via Luzern Museum , staff with warm hospitality
4-night trip

10/10

Truly unique hotel experience! Great staff and in a perfect location to experience Luzerne!
2-night trip

8/10

Staff is wonderful helpful clean hotel close to everything
1-night trip

10/10

This is a great place to stay for artsy enthusiasts.
1-night trip

8/10

We had an amazing time at Barabas well worth the price. its newly renovated, clean and its at the center of Old Town.
2-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

Great affordable option in a convenient location in the old town.
1-night trip

8/10

Interesting property with many retained aspects of the old prison. Rooms ate obviously small, with little storage, no hair driers etc. slightly disconcerting obscured glass loo and shower 'box' in the room. Great breakfast, with good choice.
1-night trip

10/10

Cosy hotel in the middle of the city.
1-night trip

10/10

The place was perfect. Economical, has interesting history, the staff were gracious, welcoming, and helpful, the location is convenient, and I slept wonderfully. I highly recommend this place and will plan to stay here again on my next trip through Lucerne.
1-night trip

8/10

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