Title: Barabas - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=4477&destination=Lucerne%2C+Canton+of+Lucerne%2C+Switzerland&selected=24943353&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Barabas - Hostel Travelers find a cultural crossroads in Old Town Lucerne where a former prison has transformed into a vibrant hostel with Swiss-Japanese character ## Photo gallery for Barabas - Hostel ![Daily buffet breakfast (CHF 13 per person) - Barabas - Hostel (Lucerne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/4868d86f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lunch and dinner served, Japanese cuisine - Barabas - Hostel (Lucerne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/aa736ed3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Barabas - Hostel (Lucerne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/bdb7bd4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Twin Room | Living area - Barabas - Hostel (Lucerne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/f1d35be5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Barabas - Hostel (Lucerne)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/91a1f2ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Barabas - Hostel in Old Town Lucerne blends Swiss hospitality with Japanese design. Visitors can unwind on the terrace, stroll through the Japanese garden, or enjoy billiards and arcade games. The staff consistently earns praise for their helpfulness. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk £96 includes taxes & fees 15 Mar - 16 Mar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=24943353&PinnedHotelID=24943353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=24943353&PinnedHotelID=24943353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=24943353&PinnedHotelID=24943353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=24943353&PinnedHotelID=24943353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=24943353&PinnedHotelID=24943353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=24943353&PinnedHotelID=24943353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=24943353&PinnedHotelID=24943353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=24943353&PinnedHotelID=24943353&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 14 of 14 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/4b518f93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Standard Double Room ![Standard Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/a55b227e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.2 Very good 20 reviews ### Highlights Fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Desk Wardrobe Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - 118 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/91a1f2ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Free cots/infant beds Fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Wardrobe Daily housekeeping Desk Pet friendly - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/b289b042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room 7.0 Good 6 reviews ### Highlights Fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Desk Wardrobe Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - 118 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room ![Standard Quadruple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/2efeae30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room 7.8 Good 6 reviews ### Highlights Fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Desk Wardrobe Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - 118 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/08ba83c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Shared/communal kitchen Desk Wardrobe Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/23b7da5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only 8.4 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Fan Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Shared/communal kitchen Desk Wardrobe Daily housekeeping Laptop workspace - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 3 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory ![Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/748a8446.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/33238206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Free cots/infant beds Fan Separate bedroom Private bathroom Eco-friendly toiletries Desk Wardrobe Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/d11abeb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Bed in 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/8e9f0e21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Quadruple Room with External Private Shower ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/c90482bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room with External Private Shower - Sleeps 4 ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/2cfa98c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room - Sleeps 3 ### View all photos for Superior Twin Room ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24950000/24943400/24943353/33655054.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLucerne-Hotels-Barabas.h24943353.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLucerne-Hotels-Barabas.h24943353.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Old Town Lucerne, a neighbourhood in Lucerne, Barabas - Hostel is near a train station and near a boardwalk. Entlebuch Biosphere and The Swiss Path reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Natur-Museum and Spiegellabyrinth. Richard Wagner Museum and Sommerrodelbahn Fräkigaudi are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing, hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. [Visit our Lucerne travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lucerne.dx4477) [View more Hostels in Lucerne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lucerne-Hostels.d4477-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C47.05284%2C8.30434&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5vflpk5sgMEPrhqMjkKV6DIj-5g=) Löwengraben, 18, Lucerne, 6004 ### What's nearby - ![Lucerne, Switzerland, View of historical buildings along riverside](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067767/2b102198-ed13-4f94-9d65-d90744bb707a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lucerne Town Hall 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Chapel Bridge which includes heritage architecture, landscape views and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067765/0f45fd2d-6260-4efe-a9b7-0a22ba0140a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Chapel Bridge 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Looking out over Lucerne from one of the towers on the medieval wall. One of the most beautiful views I've ever seen. #bestof5 #takeahike #mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4477/4ea9a4aa-83d2-4e9c-bc99-86c3b2b52ea3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hertensteinstrasse 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![View of the city of Lucerne in Switzerland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6202993/33847c00-d95c-4670-8395-c99e9034059b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) KKL Lucerne 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Pleasure boat with tourists on the lake, view from the side. Lake Lucerne. Swiss.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6224475/73b7c9e1-1630-4f0d-809e-3126b5b34634.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Side Promenade 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Lucerne Station 9 min walk - Zurich Airport (ZRH) 62 min drive ### Restaurants - Rathaus Brauerei 4 min walk - Zum Weissen Kreuz 3 min walk - Zunfthausrestaurant Pfistern 3 min walk - Bierliebe & Friends 4 min walk - Mill'Feuille 3 min walk ## About this property ### Barabas - Hostel Hostel near Swiss Transportation Museum Take advantage of a terrace, a Japanese garden and an arcade/games room at Barabas - Hostel. The on-site Japanese cuisine restaurant, Izakaya Nozomi, offers lunch and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in - A lift, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property - Bike parking, a billiards/pool table and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 60 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. 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24-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in room - Lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift ### More - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Smoke-free property - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Desk - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Fan - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - LED lighting - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### 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 ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 10 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 13 for adults and from CHF 13 for children - Pet fee: CHF 10 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash This property uses a grey water recycling system Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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. If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is 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 ### Is Barabas - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Barabas - Hostel? ### How much is parking at Barabas - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Barabas - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Barabas - Hostel? ### Where is Barabas - Hostel located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Barabas - Hostel Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 198 8 - Good 157 6 - Okay 49 4 - Poor 14 2 - Terrible 13 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Wonderful Staff/ Great Place to Stay ##### Steven Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great, central location. Perfect for any type of traveling - youth groups, families, solo... Great hotel for a great price. ##### Kristin Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Landon 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect for two people! Easy to check into and close to all the major attractions in Lucerne. ##### Landon Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 9 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Right in the heart of Lucerne with everything very close by. Very helpful front desk staff and super clean. ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Hsiu-Ying 24 Sept 2025 Clean room / basic Breakfast ##### Hsiu-Ying Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Denny 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sonia 3 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mauricio 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Xiaohong 12 Jun 2025 Liked: Amenities Staff are very friendly and helpful! ##### Xiaohong Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Eduardo 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was great ##### Eduardo Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Luke 8 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Was in good location. Beds lacked privacy. Everything else was good ##### Luke Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karin 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super friendly and helpful staff. Room, shared bathroom and building in general very clean. Excellent breakfast buffet. Looking forward to my next stay! ##### Karin Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy 12 May 2024 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location and very friendly staff. ##### Judy Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### william 5 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Staff was very good and they helped us with everything we needed. We would stay there again ##### william Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yinglan 25 May 2025 It’s good location ##### Yinglan Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yanin 5 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location, comfy bed The location is great, walking distance to all main attractions. ##### Yanin Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 28 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Unique stopover in Lucerne. Whole family loved their night in prison. Friendly staff. Very clean. Fantastic location. Great value. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2915cf7a-20c2-4656-907a-7bd409072e0a-1756370303835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e3005bde-af3a-4a0c-8e3f-017205bb8a0e-1756370303855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2d4eabab-0de4-4fab-ab18-c50c7f446f84-1756370304012.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### James Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicholas 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay and location for the price. Rooms are small but you know that going into it. Would book again! ##### Nicholas Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 28 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities very good location near train station, attractions and restaurants ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sriram 21 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent service, historic location and concenuent access to train station. ##### Sriram Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonardo 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alessandra 30 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed my stay! Friendly and informative staff. ##### Alessandra Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 10 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great affordable option in a convenient location in the old town. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kevin 23 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Truly unique hotel experience! 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