We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Luzern, Switzerland. We have also included accommodation in historic buildings, apartments, villas, boats, boutique hotels and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great bar. Popular among couples. Château Gütsch is set in a 19th-century castle, overlooking the town of Lucerne and Lake Lucerne, with views to the Rigi Mountain. The interior was renovated and designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard. Free WiFi access is available. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV cable, a free minibar, and a bathroom with a bath or shower and a hairdryer. The on-site restaurant offers Mediterranean and regional cuisine. In summer, guests can enjoy their meals with panoramic views on the restaurant's terrace. A wide range of selected wines and cocktails are available at the bar. Château Gütsch features a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk, and luggage storage. 1 electric vehicle charging station and 2 Tesla charging stations, as well as parking are available on site. The hotel is 1.4 km from the Chapel Bridge, 1.5 km from Lucerne Station, and 1.7 km from the Lion Monument. Zurich Airport is 49 km away.Show full description
Château Gütsch is a historic château transformed into a luxurious hotel. It provides stunning views of the city and the lake. The rooms and suites are uniquely designed with historical charm.
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Great bar. The family-owned 5-star Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern is located right in the Old Town of Lucerne, next to the lake. It offers a spa area and elegant rooms with modern furniture. Swiss and exotic gourmet cuisine can be enjoyed à la carte in the Pavillon and the Galerie restaurants. The Culture and Convention Centre and the train station are only a 10-minute walk away. The Schweizerhof's rooms are individually furnished according to a specific personality, such as a musician, writer or actor, who has stayed at the hotel. They offer views of the lake and the mountains, or of Lucerne’s historical Old Town. All rooms feature individually adjustable air conditioning and heating, a coffee and tea maker, a writing desk, and satellite TV with many international channels. Spa facilities include a Finnish sauna and a bio sauna, both offering panoramic views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps. The fitness room is equipped with modern Technogym equipment with a view of the historical Old Town. A range of body and beauty treatments is available. When the weather is nice, you can dine outside on the terrace under palm and olive trees. Soft piano music provides for a relaxed atmosphere in the elegant bar.Show full description
This exceptional hotel stands out for its ideal location near the lake and close to shops, restaurants, and transportation. The rooms are luxurious and offer breathtaking lake views, blending classic charm with modern style.
Unique. Great value. The historic Hotel Pilatus-Kulm is situated at 2132 metres above sea level in the Kriens district in Luzern, 3.2 km from Chapel Bridge and 3.4 km from KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne. It was built in 1890 and completely renovated in 2010. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room comes with a TV. Some rooms include a seating area for your convenience. The rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. You will find a gift shop at the property and the elegant restaurant Pilatus-Kulm serves seasonal and regional specialties. Zurich Airport is 52 km from the property.Show full description
Pilatus-Kulm is a unique hotel situated atop Mount Pilatus. It provides breathtaking views of the alps and Lake Lucerne. The hotel features a fine-dining restaurant and an observation deck with panoramic views.
Apartment.Stylish. Superb interior design. Set in the centre of Luzern, just 2.3 km from Lido Luzern and 500 metres from Lion Monument, Lucerne Lake View Apartments offers accommodation with mountain views and free WiFi. With lake views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The apartment has family rooms. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, city views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the apartment include KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne, Lucerne Station and Chapel Bridge. The nearest airport is Zurich, 63 km from Lucerne Lake View Apartments, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Great views. Popular among couples.Opened May 2021. Situated in Luzern, 5.8 km from Lucerne Station, Boutique Hotel Himmelrich features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, the rooms come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a balcony with a mountain view. Every room comes with a safety deposit box and selected rooms also feature city views. Boutique Hotel Himmelrich offers a children's playground. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Luzern, like cycling. Lion Monument is 7 km from Boutique Hotel Himmelrich, while KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne is 7.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 69 km from the hotel.Show full description
The most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in Luzern. It also has outstanding views and beautiful surroundings.
Great bar. Housed in a former Guild Hall, the Hotel des Balances enjoys a picturesque location on the Reuss river in the heart of Old Lucerne. Wi-Fi is available free of charge. Most rooms offers views of the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church and the Weinmarkt square. The Restaurant La Balance serves excellent French and Swiss cuisine and features a river-side terrace. There is also a casual bistro and a piano bar at the Hotel des Balances.Show full description
Apartment.Cool. Great value. Popular among couples. Appartements Hofquartier are located in Luzern, a 10-minute walk from the train station and the KKL culture and convention centre and a 5-minute walk from the old town. There is a kitchenette in all of the units, equipped with an oven and a stove. Various shops, restaurants, fitness centres and cinemas are within easy walking distance from Appartements Hofquartier. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 48 km from Appartements Hofquartier. The Lion Monument, the Hofkirche, the Musegg Wall and various other sights can be reached on foot. Guests can enjoy many activities in the area, such as boat trips on Lake Lucerne or a trip to the Pilatus or Rigi mountains.Show full description
Beautiful. Located in the centre of Adligenswil, Hotel Rössli is just 5 km from Lucerne. It offers a traditional Swiss restaurant and individually designed rooms with free Wi-Fi and wired internet access. The soundproof rooms offer cable TV, a safe, and a bathroom with hairdryer. Landgasthof Hotel Rössli features a wine cellar and offers regular wine tastings. Free private parking is available on site. Lucerne can be reached by bus within 15 minutes, and the bus stop is just steps away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. In Lucerne, 4.6 km from the KKL Culture and Congress Center Lucerne, the Gasthaus Badhof offers you very spacious rooms with the best comfort. The property is 4.1 km from the Lion Monument, from the Chapel Bridge or from the Glacier Garden. Couples particularly appreciate the location - the fantastic panoramic path invites you to take wonderful walks. The Grand Casino Lucerne is 4 km away. In addition to the city of Lucerne, popular destinations include Lake Lucerne, the Titlis, the Rigi and the Bürgenstock. Everything can be reached quickly and easily from Gasthaus Badhof, also by public transport. In the immediate vicinity there are bus stops for the Lucerne transport company with connections to Lucerne train station and the pier of the Lake Lucerne shipping company. Zurich Airport is 47 km away. Each room has a Nespresso coffee machine, a safe, a lakeside balcony, a refrigerator, free WiFi, a shower (double rooms deluxe and junior suite also have a bathtub), a desk and a TV. Hotel guests can use the golf driving range free of charge. The Gasthaus Badhof offers a continental breakfast and the restaurant spoils you with regional and seasonal cuisine.Show full description
Apartment.Newly opened, November 2023. Located in the centre of Luzern, just 600 metres from Lucerne Station and less than 1 km from Lion Monument, A&Y Oldtown Penthouse Loft Luzern provides accommodation with mountain views and free WiFi. The property has city and quiet street views, and is 400 metres from Chapel Bridge. The spacious apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. A minimarket is available at the apartment. For guests with children, the apartment offers an indoor play area and a baby safety gate. Titlis Rotair Cable Car is 36 km from A&Y Oldtown Penthouse Loft Luzern, while Museum Rietberg is 49 km away. The nearest airport is Zurich, 63 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Hip. Great views. Popular among couples. The Art Deco Hotel Montana offer rooms as well as luxurious spa suites with panoramic views of Lake Lucerne, the city and the Alps. All the spacious rooms and suites feature stylish designer furniture, a satellite TV and a Nespresso coffee machine. Additionally, to the Art Deco rooms, there are also luxurious Penthouse rooms and suites, on the fifth & sixth floor, featuring panoramic views of Lake Lucerne, the city, and the Alps. Numerous events take place at the Art Deco Hotel Montana, including jazz jam sessions every Thursday nights in the Louis Bar. All lakeside rooms have a balcony. They offer lavish, elegant furnishings, the supplementary 5-star service, the private terrace offering breathtaking views and the option of your own outdoor hot tub. The Scala Restaurant offers light Mediterranean cuisine which was awarded 15 Gault-Millau point. It has a terrace with palm tress and panoramic views of the scenic surrounding landscape. The Louis Bar features a huge selection of Scottish Whisky and during summer the Montana Beach Club is an inviting place to spend long evenings. The KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne is a 7-minute drive away from the property, while Chapel Bridge is an 8-minute drive away. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, reachable within 67 km.Show full description
This might be the coolest and most elegant hotel in Luzern.
Lively. Popular among women. The Hofgarten Hotel Luzern is situated on the edge of the historic old town, in a central but quiet location near the lake. In the 3 historic houses you will find 18 individually decorated rooms, all of them with charm and style. The hotel is set in a secluded and lush garden and features a well-known restaurant. The delicious dishes are carefully prepared from only the freshest ingredients from the Lucerne market and from local butchers, cheese stores and greengrocers. Easily accessible public transport links are close by.Show full description
Apartment. Presence: grosszüges Loft_ bis 6 Pers_zentral is situated in Luzern, 1.5 km from KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne, 1.4 km from Lucerne Station, as well as 1.3 km from Chapel Bridge. Housed in a building dating from 2011, this apartment is 36 km from Titlis Rotair Cable Car and 48 km from Museum Rietberg. The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lion Monument is 500 metres away. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Uetliberg Mountain is 50 km from the apartment, while Bellevueplatz is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 62 km from presence: grosszüges Loft_ bis 6 Pers_zentral.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Popular among women. Located in a quiet and green residential area of Lucerne, a 15-minute walk from the Old Town, this elegant villa offers you stylish rooms with parquet floors and free WiFi. The Bed + Breakfast is surrounded by a tranquil garden, which is great for relaxing after a day of doing business or sightseeing. The rooms feature vintage furniture. Some rooms have a private bathroom, while others come with a shared bathroom (8 bathrooms shared between 10 rooms). Laundry services and ironing facilities are available on request. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed every morning. Throughout the day you can help yourself to some coffee or cold drinks. Both, Lake Lucerne and the Lucerne Train station are also reachable on foot within 15 minutes from The Bed + Breakfast.Show full description
I would describe this as the most CHARMING bed and breakfast in Luzern.
Apartment. A recently renovated apartment located in Luzern, Neue Wohnung an Stadtrand mit Parkplatz features a garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The spacious apartment is equipped with 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area and dishwasher, and a living room. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 3 km from Lion Monument. The property has an outdoor dining area. KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne is 3.6 km from the apartment, while Lucerne Station is 3.7 km away. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 61 km from Neue Wohnung an Stadtrand mit Parkplatz.Show full description
Apartment.Great location. Situated in the centre of Luzern, just 2.3 km from Lido Luzern and 300 metres from Lion Monument, Bright, Central & Modern apartment features accommodation with mountain views and free WiFi. It is set less than 1 km from KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne and offers a lift. At the apartment complex, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Lucerne Station is less than 1 km from the apartment, while Chapel Bridge is a 10-minute walk from the property. Rooms are fitted with a balcony with views of the city. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. The nearest airport is Zurich, 63 km from Bright, Central & Modern apartment, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Lake Villa Lotus is situated in Luzern and has a pool with a view and mountain views. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. Guests can make use of a garden. At the bed and breakfast, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and dishwasher. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with lake views and an outdoor dining area. All units include bed linen. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Luzern, like hiking. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a private beach area and a ski pass sales point are also available on-site. Lucerne Station is 3.3 km from Lake Villa Lotus, while KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne is 3.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 67 km from the accommodation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most ROMANTIC bed and breakfast in Luzern.
Luxury Hotel.Great bar. The luxurious Grand Hotel National is situated directly on the shore of Lake Lucerne, only a 5-minute walk from the train station and the old town. Lucerne's legendary luxury hotel was built in the 1870s by César Ritz and Auguste Escoffier. Today it still provides highest-quality accommodation, culinary perfection and great musical entertainment in the National Bar. The rooms and suites offer views of the city or the lake. Some include Italian marble floors, walls covered with luxurious silk wallpaper, hand-woven carpets and comfortable sofas and chairs upholstered with the finest materials. From the Grand Hotel National Luzern you can see the famous Rigi, Stanserhorn and Pilatus mountains as well as the highest peaks of Central Switzerland.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great interior design. Popular among women. Featuring a garden, terrace and free WiFi, Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne is located in Luzern, an 11-minute walk from Lion Monument and 1 km from KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne. The property is set a 15-minute walk from Chapel Bridge, 500 metres from Grand Casino Lucerne and a 12-minute walk from Glacier Garden Lucerne. Rosengart Collection Lucerne is a 16-minute walk from Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne, while Musegg Wall is 1.4 km away. Attractions in the area include Swiss Museum of Transport, a 12-minute walk away, or Hertenstein street, situated 1.1 km from the property. Set in an historical building, each room is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Guest rooms feature a wardrobe. A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the property. Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne offers a children's playground. Guests at Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne will be able to enjoy activities in and around Luzern, like hiking. Speaking German and English, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area at the reception. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 48 km from Hotel Beau Séjour Lucerne.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most creative, cosy and historic boutique hotels in Luzern! So NICE!
Charming. Great location. Stay at the historic, half-timbered Hotel Rebstock dating from the 14th century, surrounded by a lot of contemporary art, where the people of Lucerne too enjoy wining and dining. Hotel Rebstock is one of just 16 Unique&Historical Hotels in Switzerland, located in the centre of Lucerne, next to the famous Hof Church. . Show full description
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