Hotels in Lucerne
Lucerne is one of the most visited cities of Switzerland, with a wide range of hotels. But they're mostly expensive and moderate; there's a shortage of good budget hotels. Reservations are very important in the summer, when hordes of Europeans and North Americans pour into this town.
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Art Deco Hotel Montana
It's hard to believe this hotel, beloved by many and a magnet for repeat business, is only a four-star place. Dating from 1911, this once-private villa is perched on a hillside overlooking Lucerne's famous lake. Its communal areas generally stick close to the early 20th-century style…$$$Around Town
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Astoria
From its reception area's icy design ethos to its superior conference facilities, the Astoria targets business travelers, although some rooms may be too close to its top-floor Penthouse nightclub for some. That said, predominantly white-toned rooms (ranging from the recently…$$Downtown - Hotel
Flora
Mere steps from Lucerne's famous Chapel Bridge, Flora is a solid four-star choice for tourists and business travelers alike, with natty rooms kitted out with a contemporary palette (neutral tones enlivened by vivid color accents), touches of kitschy humor (all-white hunting trophies…$Downtown - Hotel
Grand Hotel National
Established in 1870 by none other than César Ritz and Auguste Escoffier, the Grand Hotel National is everything one would expect from a five-star hotel that resembles a French chateau, with plenty of art and objets d'art scattered throughout the communal areas and a hushed aura of…$$Downtown - Hotel
Hotel Des Balances
The four-star Hotel des Balances has one of Lucerne's Old Town's best locations; its front entrance gives onto a characteristic city square resplendent with vibrant frescoes, while its back entrance faces the Reuss River, with stunning views over to the Chapel Bridge and Jesuit…$$Old Town - Hotel
Hotel Hermitage
The wonderfully pink four-star Hermitage, situated 4km (2.5 miles) east of Lucerne's center, has been in business since 1907 (although the oldest existing part of the complex only dates from the 1970s), and is perfect for those looking to be at a slight remove from the madding crowd,…$$$Seeburg - Hotel
Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern
One of Switzerland's iconic family-run hotels, the neo-Renaissance style Schweizerhof stands sentinel over Lucerne's eponymously-named Schweizerhofquai, secure in the knowledge that it remains one of the city's best-loved landmarks. Run by the same family for five generations,…$$$Old Town - Hotel
Hotel Seeburg
The Hotel Seeburg is the oldest hotel on Lake Lucerne, presenting a sort of history of the region's tourism industry with its mix of architectural styles, from the golden age of Lake Lucerne's tourism boom (the end of the 19th century) to the present day. There are 41 three-star…$$Seeburg - Hotel
Hotel Zum Rebstock
The Rebstock's roots date from the 12th century, when the site was used as a monastery. By 1443, the half-timbered building was in use by the winegrowers' guild. Rooms at the Rebstock, while often small, are individually decorated with an arty feel, and make good use of the hotel's…$$Downtown - Hotel
Le Stelle
Le Stelle brings miniaturized smarts to the historic center of town and some much-needed boutique hotel oomph, although it's a tiny place whose rooms (singles and doubles only) don't leave much space for anything other than guests and their luggage (hence no children can stay at the…$$Old Town - Hotel
Palace Hotel
The undisputed jewel in the five-star crown, the Palace Hotel, which opened its doors in 1906, is a regal blend of period details and modern refinements, seamlessly held together by sterling service. A Belle Epoque beauty overlooking the lake, facilities here are first-class all the…$$$Downtown - Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne
This relatively new arrival on Lucerne's hotel scene, situated behind the city's main train station but close to the lake and a quick walk into the Old Town, presents three room design options: Urban, Resort, and Lifestyle. The hotels has five floors of rooms and all are sleekly…$$Downtown - Hotel
Renaissance Hotel Lucerne
From the outside, this is a classic 19th-century hotel building with old-fashioned charm to spare, but the inside tells another story, with a smart modern look and efficient service. A short hop from the train station and Lucerne's Old Town, the Renaissance (part of the Marriott…$Downtown - Hotel
Romantik Hotel Wilden Mann
The oldest building in this intimate complex of seven town houses dates from 1517, so the four-star Wilden Mann ('Wild Man'), a warren-like and character-filled hotel with nostalgic charm to spare, is a must for those looking to revel in Lucerne's old-fashioned charm. The 50 cozy,…$$Old Town - Hotel
The Hotel
Fans of contemporary architecture would do well to book a room at these refined, elegant digs contained in a corner seven-story building dating from 1907, whose insides are designed from top to toe by French 'starchitect' Jean Nouvel (who also designed the city's landmark KKL…$$$Downtown
