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Barabas - Hostel

3.0 star property

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Garden
Superior Twin Room | Living area
Lunch and dinner served, Japanese cuisine
Front of property
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Löwengraben, 18, Lucerne, 6004
  • Lucerne Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Chapel Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • KKL Lucerne
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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

Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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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)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

Standard Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room

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

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

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About this property

Barabas - Hostel

3-star hostel in Old Town Lucerne
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a 24-hour front desk and an arcade/game room. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance.
Barabas - Hostel offers 60 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The hostel offers a restaurant. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Lucerne hostel also offers a terrace, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance.

Barabas - Hostel is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Izakaya Nozomi - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 13 for adults and CHF 13 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Izakaya Nozomi

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

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 organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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 at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 13 for adults and 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

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 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.

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

Reviews

Barabas - Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 404 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 404 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 404 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 404 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 404 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cristián

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jianwei

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is an economic stay if you don’t mind living in a dorm style room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Xiaohong

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Staff are very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a private room which was giant, updated and very clean. Good location, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Disliked: Amenities
Immersive prison experience 😊 Staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorsa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Traveled with family
Great location in city center. Close to transportation. Is previously jail, so remember you are staying in a jail cell, limited space. Noisy at night from other guests who tried opening our door to our cell(room), lock did not appear to be secure- could see the latch about 1/4 inch in the latch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashwani

Traveled with partner
Very interesting hotel previously was a prison therefore room was very small.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

charrity, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yinglan

Traveled with family
It’s good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Traveled with family
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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel Patrick S.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was an old prison and the rooms are former prison cells so this is really interesting. The layout is a bit tight, but beds were very comfortable. No AC but there is a fan and it was cold during our stay so all was well. The bathroom is functional, clean and a good lay out. Breakfast was great. It is very convenient, within the old city and an easy walk to the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chai-Jing, Sugar land

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful. The facility is pretty old and no AC.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

A F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice highlight to complete a great city

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Chakravarthi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great ubication, great customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

ESter

Liked: Amenities
Accessibility
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

PIM

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A willing prisoner

We were surprised to find our accomodation used to be a prison and our room was one of the cells. It was adequately but sparsely furnished in keeping with the theme. Everything was clean and tidy and the staff were very helpful. A fun and different experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naamah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Impressed!

Felt extremely clean and comfortable, and the showers were really modern and super! They even made our beds each day. I was very impressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Sussex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025