What is the check-in and check-out schedule at Barabas Luzern?
Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is by 11:00.
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Barabas Luzern, Lucerne
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About the Hotel
18 Loewengraben,
Lucerne,
Switzerland,
6004,
Canton of Lucerne
- Steps from the Old Town
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Barabas Luzern - A former prison hotel with themed rooms, Japanese dining, and a central Old Town location
Barabas Luzern offers a unique stay in a converted prison, featuring themed rooms ranging from single cells to family accommodations, some with private bathrooms. Guests can explore the city starting from its Old Town location, 700 meters from Lucerne railway station, near landmarks like the Spreuer Bridge (0.5 km) and Lake Lucerne (0.5 km). The in-house Japanese restaurant Izakaya Nozomi serves shared small plates and sake, while breakfast includes homemade muesli and regional cheese for CHF 9.50. Barabas Luzern provides free Wi-Fi, a courtyard with greenery, and activities like Foxtrail scavenger hunts or Escape Rooms at partner venues.
Pros
The hotel's central location provides easy access to Old Town attractions and public transport.
Unique themed accommodations, including former prison cells, offer a memorable stay.
The on-site Japanese restaurant features shared plates and a selection of sake.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Activities like Foxtrail and partner Escape Rooms add entertainment options.
Cons
Some rooms have shared bathrooms, which may not suit all guests.
Limited parking availability due to the Old Town location.
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Barabas Luzern Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Bed 6-Bed Dormitory Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 Bunk bed
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Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 Bunk bed
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Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
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Triple Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet
2 Bunk beds
Shower
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Facilities
Barabas Luzern Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Billiard tables
Services
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
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Barabas Luzern Hotel Location
18 Loewengraben,
Lucerne,
Switzerland,
6004,
Canton of Lucerne
Map view
18 Loewengraben,
Lucerne,
Switzerland,
6004,
Canton of Lucerne
City landmarks
Bridge
Chapel Bridge
2300 ft
Square
Lion Monument
3700 ft
Event hall
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre
2300 ft
Landmark
Jesuit Church
2300 ft
Museum
Glacier Garden of Lucerne
3700 ft
Museum
Swiss Museum of Transport
1.5
mi
Museum
The Rosengart Collection
2300 ft
Landmark
Lake Lucerne
2300 ft
Museum
Bourbaki Panorama
3700 ft
Museum
Alpineum
3700 ft
Landmark
Old Town Lucerne
2300 ft
Park
Inseli Park
2300 ft
Church
Church of St. Leodegar
3700 ft
Landmark
LA Collection'Air Art Park at Chateau Guetsch in Lucerne
2500 ft
Mall
Nationalquai
3000 ft
Landmark
St Mark's Church
3200 ft
Nearby
Bridge
Spreuer Bridge
2000 ft
Church
Franciscan Church
2000 ft
Museum
Natur-Museum Luzern
1000 ft
Museum
Modern Art Museum
2000 ft
Public Building
Town Hall
600 ft
Reusssteg 1
Nadelwehr Luzern
800 ft
Museum
Historisches Museum Luzern
900 ft
6004 Lucerne
Museggmauer
2000 ft
Square
Kornmarkt
400 ft
Hertensteinstrasse 30
Matthauskirche
1300 ft
Museggmauer
The Nine Towers
2000 ft
Square
Schwanenplatz
1200 ft
Kapellpl. 1a
Saint Peters Church
1000 ft
Square
Muhlenplatz
500 ft
Restaurants
Twiny
400 ft
Roessligasse 13
Tandoori
300 ft
Loewengraben 4
Manor Restaurant Manora
600 ft
Weggisgasse 5 Top Floor
The Queen Camellia Tea Room
900 ft
Hans-Holbein-Gasse 4
The Queen Camellia Tea House
1000 ft
Kapellplatz 7
Pastarazzi Spezialitaten & Take Away
1700 ft
Hirschengraben 13
Shanghai Asiatische Waren AG
800 ft
Hirschengraben 43 Restaurant Haupteingang durch Bruchstrasse
Apsara
2100 ft
Winkelriedstrasse 11
Macchi
2200 ft
Pilatusstrasse 5
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs CHF 13 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish
Number of rooms:
83
FAQs
About Barabas Luzern
What is the distance from Barabas Luzern to Chapel Bridge?
Barabas Luzern is a 3-minute walk from Chapel Bridge, approximately 250 m away.
Is breakfast available at Barabas Luzern?
A continental breakfast is available each morning for an additional charge of 13 CHF.
What amenities are included in the rooms at Barabas Luzern?
Rooms include free Wi-Fi, multi-channel TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities.
What nearby attractions can guests visit from Barabas Luzern?
Nearby attractions include the Lion Monument (0.5 km) and Glacier Garden Lucerne (1 km).
How far is Zurich Airport from Barabas Luzern?
Zurich Airport is located 48 km from Barabas Luzern.
Is there parking available at Barabas Luzern?
Guests can use the nearby Altstadt multi-storey car park, located next to the Geissmatt Bridge.
What activities can be enjoyed at Barabas Luzern?
Barabas Luzern offers activities such as bike tours, billiards, and access to escape rooms.
What unique aspects does Barabas Luzern have regarding its history?
Barabas Luzern is situated in a former prison, with rooms preserved in their original form.
Is there a leisure area at Barabas Luzern?
The hotel features a leisure room equipped with billiard tables and board games.
What are the main highlights of Barabas Luzern?
Highlights include free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, 24-hour security, and express check-in/out.
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