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Boutique Hotel Karl, Lucerne
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About the Hotel
St. Karliquai 12,
Lucerne,
Switzerland,
6004,
Canton of Lucerne
- Close to the Old Town
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Boutique Hotel Karl - A riverside hotel in Old Town with renovated rooms and mountain views
Boutique Hotel Karl occupies a central spot in Lucerne's Old Town, a pedestrian-friendly area lined with shops and cafés. The 3-star hotel features renovated rooms with parquet floors, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities; select rooms offer balconies with river and mountain views. A buffet breakfast includes coffee, tea, juices, bread, cheese, sausages, and cereals, served each morning at Boutique Hotel Karl. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, along with luggage storage and laundry facilities. Nearby landmarks include Chapel Bridge (500 meters), Spreuer Bridge (300 meters), and Lake Lucerne (1 km). The hotel is 500 meters from Lucerne Station, providing convenient access to regional transit. Rooms accommodate families, with options for quadruple and triple occupancy.
Pros
Renovated rooms feature balconies with river and mountain views.
Central Old Town location, steps from Chapel Bridge and local cafés.
Complimentary buffet breakfast with a variety of hot and cold options.
Free Wi-Fi and luggage storage available for guests.
Family-friendly accommodations include quadruple and triple rooms.
Cons
No pets or service animals are permitted on the property.
Limited parking availability, requiring advance reservation.
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Select your room type
Boutique Hotel Karl offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Triple Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Quadruple Room River Mountain View
2 persons
540 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
room details
Single Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities
Boutique Hotel Karl offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
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Boutique Hotel Karl Location
St. Karliquai 12,
Lucerne,
Switzerland,
6004,
Canton of Lucerne
Map view
St. Karliquai 12,
Lucerne,
Switzerland,
6004,
Canton of Lucerne
City landmarks
Bridge
Chapel Bridge
2400 ft
Square
Lion Monument
3400 ft
Event hall
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre
3500 ft
Museum
Glacier Garden of Lucerne
4200 ft
Museum
The Rosengart Collection
2500 ft
Landmark
Lake Lucerne
2900 ft
Museum
Bourbaki Panorama
3600 ft
Museum
Alpineum
3900 ft
Museum
Modern Art Museum
2800 ft
Landmark
Matthauskirche
2200 ft
Museum
Swiss Museum of Transport
1.6
mi
Church
Church of St. Leodegar
4000 ft
Square
Schwanenplatz
2100 ft
Park
Inseli Park
4900 ft
Mall
Nationalquai
3900 ft
Landmark
St Mark's Church
4100 ft
Nearby
Bridge
Spreuer Bridge
900 ft
Bahnhofstrasse 11a
Jesuit Church
1800 ft
Church
Franciscan Church
1800 ft
Museum
Natur-Museum Luzern
500 ft
LucerneSwitzerland
Old Town Lucerne
1500 ft
6004 Lucerne
Museggmauer
1400 ft
Museum
Historisches Museum Luzern
600 ft
Reusssteg 1
Nadelwehr Luzern
1100 ft
Public Building
Town Hall
1400 ft
Kanonenstrasse
LA Collection'Air Art Park at Chateau Guetsch in Lucerne
1600 ft
Museggmauer
The Nine Towers
1600 ft
Square
Kornmarkt
1300 ft
Kapellpl. 1a
Saint Peters Church
2000 ft
Square
Muhlenplatz
700 ft
Restaurants
Cafe Bar Lokal
1200 ft
Pfistergasse 24
Shanghai Asiatische Waren AG
1500 ft
Hirschengraben 43 Restaurant Haupteingang durch Bruchstrasse
MeiXin Restaurant
1200 ft
Roessligasse 2
Manor Restaurant Manora
1700 ft
Weggisgasse 5 Top Floor
Pastarazzi Spezialitaten & Take Away
2100 ft
Hirschengraben 13
Best Pizza Kurier
2200 ft
Baselstrasse 56 Luzern
The Queen Camellia Tea Room
2000 ft
Hans-Holbein-Gasse 4
Tandoori Indian Take-Away Hallwilerweg
2400 ft
Hallwilerweg 16
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-21:30
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at CHF 30 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Boutique Karl serves a full breakfast for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian
Year renovated:
2006
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
34
Former name
the tourist city & river hotel luzern
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about Boutique Hotel Karl from previous guests about their experience.
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Pros
Quiet location
Helpful staff
Excellent breakfast
Cons
No AC
Guest reviewsbased on 1103 reviews
Paul from Germany
Family with children
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:February 12, 2026
6/10
an okay stay with some drawbacks
dated decorstreet noise
The room felt a bit dated. the decor was basic, and the furniture showed wear. also, the noise from the street was noticeable at night. I would have appreciated better soundproofing. it wasn't terrible! but it kept me from getting a restful sleep.
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Eva from Germany
Single
Single Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:February 05, 2026
9/10
river view delight
river viewgood breakfast
i stayed in a room overlooking the river. it had a good view. the breakfast had a good spread.
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Brendon from Ireland
Family with children
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 20, 2026
7/10
Satisfactory stay with minor drawbacks
nice selectionattentive staffcomfortable roomhot roomtired roomexpensive parking
The breakfast had a nice selection of different foods. The staff was attentive. It was nice to open the window and have the sound of the river. Staff helped us with maps and tips on what to see around town. The room was very comfy and tidy.
The room was hot, and the ceiling fan was not quite enough. I kept the doors open the second night, which helped. It was a bit loud then. The room was tired and definitely needed some touch-ups. The parking place was expensive, though small.
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Oliver from United Kingdom
Couple
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:January 12, 2026
8.8/10
a pleasant stay
helpful staffspacious roombreakfast optionsair conditioning
the staff was helpful. i got a map and suggestions for activities in rainy weather. the room was spacious and cozy. i found the breakfast offered many options.
i noticed there was no air conditioning in the room .
Service
9/10
the reception staff was friendly and answered all my questions. the staff was willing to help with any needs. the front desk staff were quick and efficient.
Location
9/10
the hotel is near the center of town. i could reach the historic bridge in 5 minutes. it was an 11 minute walk to the main train station.
Rooms
9/10
the room was clean and the bed was comfortable (i slept very well). i had a quiet room with a beautiful view. the bathroom had a nice shower.
Dining
9/10
breakfast was pretty good (especially the coffee). i found the breakfast options rich and fresh. the dining staff were attentive to guests.
Facilities
8/10
the hotel provides luggage storage after checkout. the bus stop is very close by. i used bus line 9 to travel to the train station.
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jackson from canada
Single
double room balcony river mountain view
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 13, 2025
9.3/10
a perfect river dream
balcony viewbreakfast varietyparking location
I adored that my room had a balcony, its view stretched across the river. They offered wonderful suggestions for local spots. breakfast felt so plentiful and delicious. I really enjoyed the variety and quality.
the parking location involved a short walk, which became slightly inconvenient with luggage i found it just a bit of a trek
Dining
9/10
Breakfast was a true delight. The selection included items crafted with care. i enjoyed a variety of options. The quality impressed me. it was like a perfect start to each day.
Location
10/10
The location was amazing. It placed me so close to all main attractions. being by the river added such a special touch. It was peaceful. the bus to the train station was also so convenient.
Service
9/10
The receptionist stood out. They detailed the walking tour area with such clarity. their suggestions and map made exploration so enjoyable for me. i really felt they cared about my experience, though the parking was expensive!
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Anthony from United Kingdom
Single
Single Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:November 29, 2025
9/10
breakfast buffetfriendly staffexcellent location
The breakfast buffet was full. There was a friendly staff. the location was excellent. The bus stop was nearby. nearby, there were little shops.
the shower was VERY small.
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Ava from United Kingdom
Single
double room balcony river mountain view
4 nights in August 2025
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Reviewed:September 12, 2025
9.3/10
wonderful experience by the river
helpful staffexcellent locationgood breakfastlovely view
The staff were cute and helpful. They created a pleasant atmosphere throughout my stay. the location is excellent, very close to many points of interest in the city. breakfast had a good selection. the view from my room was lovely. It overlooked the reuss river with mount pilatus in the distance.
I noticed bugs in the bathroom window, and they ended up all over the sink. This was a very minor inconvenience!
Dining
9/10
The breakfast options were great. Food items were constantly replenished. the breakfast room was a cute space on the entry level, very convenient and well kept. It offered a good start to each day.
Service
10/10
The service was perfect, and the staff were wonderful and friendly. early check-in was accommodated without any hassle, i appreciated that. the hotel staff was very helpful. They provided excellent recommendations.
Location
9/10
the location was perfect though the parking was expensive. the hotel is near many restaurants and shops, and the chapel bridge is a short walk away. it is also within walking distance of the train station.
Facilities
9/10
The rooms were clean, and they offered great space. i loved having a balcony with a view of the river and mountains. It was idyllic. the bathroom only has a shower, it was very large.
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FAQs
About Boutique Hotel Karl
What is the distance between Boutique Hotel Karl and the nearest public transport?
The hotel is located 1 km from the Lucerne train station.
Which popular attractions are located near Boutique Hotel Karl?
Nearby attractions include Chapel Bridge (0.5 km), Musegg Wall (0.3 km), and Bourbaki Panorama Museum (1 km).
What are the breakfast options at Boutique Hotel Karl?
A buffet breakfast featuring coffee, tea, assorted bread, jams, sausages, cheese, and yogurt is served every morning.
Is there parking available at Boutique Hotel Karl?
Public parking is available 200 m from the hotel, and private parking can be arranged upon request.
What amenities are included in the rooms at Boutique Hotel Karl?
Rooms feature a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, a coffee maker, and a safe deposit box.
What dining options are nearby Boutique Hotel Karl?
Nearby restaurants include Mamma Leone, Mill'Feuille, and Restaurant Geissmatt, all located within 0.5 km.
What family-friendly services does Boutique Hotel Karl offer?
Family-friendly amenities include cots and spacious rooms accommodating families.
What languages are spoken by the staff at Boutique Hotel Karl?
The staff is multilingual, fluent in German, English, and French.
Is Wi-Fi available at Boutique Hotel Karl?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
What additional services does Boutique Hotel Karl provide?
The hotel offers luggage storage and VIP check-in/out services.
What is the closest airport to Boutique Hotel Karl?
Kloten Airport is approximately 50 km from the hotel.
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