About this property
Barabas Luzern is located in Luzern, a 3-minute walk from Chapel Bridge. Popular points of interest nearby include KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne and Lion Monument. The property is a 10-minute walk from Glacier Garden Lucerne. Formerly a prison and renovated in 2018, Barabas Luzern features small rooms with bathroom. The former cells have been preserved in the original form. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. Grand Casino Lucerne is 900 metres from the hotel. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 48 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Lift
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Rhys
United Kingdom“The staff were lovely, definitely the best bit! The location couldn't be more central, but is down one of the more quiter roads” - Karen
Australia“Location and the ‘fun’ of being an old prison Staff were helpful” - Azam United Kingdom“The history of the hotel as a prison and all the prison format throughout. Staff were great in advising us on logisitics. We checked in very late which was a bonus. Very clean throughout and nice breakout dining room facility which was free to use.”
- Kitty
Hong Kong“The location is good and central to all attractions. The guest card is useful to provide free travel to attractions by bus. The bed is comfortable.” - Jo United Kingdom“Lovely staff. The beds were comfortable. The breakfast on offer was good. Interesting place to stay with information about it's history as a prison.”
- Jonas
United Arab Emirates“The property is located at the central of the old town. We love the room and the idea converting the old prison to staycation even though the room are quite small if you have luggage's. They make sure the bedsheets and lines are clean and new...” - Andriamaharo
France“The only hostel that offer they luggage service for free and no limit!!! Bravo, they understand customer service!! The staff very welcoming! The bed confortable!! The person at the réception for night service is very gentle and Nice. He offer me...” - Sin United Kingdom“Great location with less than a 10-minute walk to the train station. Close to the city centre with lots of shops and restaurants. With a shared kitchen which provided basic utensils (fridge, microwave, and kettle) Friendly and helpful staff”
- Natasha United Kingdom“This room was such good value for money, comfortable beds, fantastic water pressure, clean fluffy pillows. Literally everything you need. We even got two fans and with the windows open we're absolutely fine. Fantastic location smack close to...”
- Jackie Australia“The staff were amazing and very friendly, check in was simple, the shower facilities were good”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Izakaya Nozomi
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration
