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Barabas - Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Chapel Bridge

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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • 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
The current price is $140
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18

Room options

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

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Bed in 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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

Quadruple Room with External Private Shower

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Hertensteinstrasse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • KKL Lucerne - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Side Promenade - 9 min walk - 0.8 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

  • ‪Zum Weissen Kreuz - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rathaus Brauerei - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mill'Feuille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Heini Conditorei - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 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.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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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
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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
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste 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
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • 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 2.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

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

Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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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Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was excellent with a good choice and plenty of options. (6 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was probably the most interesting place I have ever stayed, a former prison! But it was clean, the staff friendly and the breakfast worth while! I would recommend it for its quiet location too and a short walk to the main attractions and restaurants 😀
Roger, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very good place. Gotta say the guy in the Night Shift was incredibly helpful and nice. I got there at 4:30 am really tired and this guy helped me at once. Thank you Barabas staff, I recomend the place hands down!
Enrique, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Staff/ Great Place to Stay
Steven, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great, central location. Perfect for any type of traveling - youth groups, families, solo... Great hotel for a great price.
Kristin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for two people! Easy to check into and close to all the major attractions in Lucerne.
Landon, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Right in the heart of Lucerne with everything very close by. Very helpful front desk staff and super clean.
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very friendly staff.
Judy, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Staff are very friendly and helpful!
Xiaohong, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Clean room / basic Breakfast
Hsiu-Ying, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property is a fun idea of staying in prison, it is barebones but clean with a really good breakfast. I would recommend Barabas to anyone in Lucerne.
Denny, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfy bed

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

8/10 Very good

The staff was great
Eduardo, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff was very good and they helped us with everything we needed. We would stay there again
william, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Sonia, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly and helpful staff. Room, shared bathroom and building in general very clean. Excellent breakfast buffet. Looking forward to my next stay!
Karin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It’s good location
Yinglan, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

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
Mauricio, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Great stay and location for the price. Rooms are small but you know that going into it. Would book again!
Nicholas, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

Was in good location. Beds lacked privacy. Everything else was good
Luke, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Unique stopover in Lucerne. Whole family loved their night in prison. Friendly staff. Very clean. Fantastic location. Great value.
James, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Leonardo, 1-night trip