Hotel des Balances

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.7

Housed in a former Guild Hall, the Hotel des Balances enjoys a picturesque location on the Reuss river in the heart of Old Lucerne. Wi-Fi is available free of charge. Most rooms offers views of the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church and the Weinmarkt square. The Restaurant La Balance serves excellent French and Swiss cuisine and features a river-side terrace. There is also a casual bistro and a piano bar at the Hotel des Balances.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Located in the heart of Lucerne, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet, Breakfast to go

  • Private parking available

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Carol
United States United States
“Perfect location great staff food was excellent especially the warm chocolate muffin with ice cream!”
Ds
United States United States
“This was the best hotel in Europe. The balcony on the river, the L'Occitane toiletries, the stars on the bathroom ceiling, the powershades for privacy, the in room coffee selections, the electric adapters no detail was overlooked. Spacious, clean...”
Dinny
Indonesia Indonesia
“Perfect location, beautiful view from our window, helpful staff.. ❤️❤️”
Marilyn
United States United States
“Its in the middle of everything! Food, drink and shopping is close by. Very nice area”
Michelle
United States United States
“Outstanding location. 10 minute walk from the train station. Room was amazing and staff were excellent!”
Jasmine
United States United States
“Location was ideal; centrally and conveniently located. Customer service was excellent.”
Polina
United States United States
“The smell was luxurious and it was clean. Having adapter in room was a delight.”
Badraldeen
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Hotel location in downtown COOP few meters from the hotel Staff supportive and very friendly Cleanness and quiet”
Francisco
United States United States
“This was a great location in proximity to shops, restaurants, historical points of interest. Hotel, staff and services were outstanding.”
Anne
United States United States
“The propertywas everything I hoped for! And Luzerwasspectaular. Des Balances was right there in the middle of the beauty. Easy to walk around and see all the sights. The staff was wonderful. Always helpful and friendly and efficient, offering...”

Availability

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Hotel area info

Food and Drink

Breakfast

  • Very Good breakfast available at the property for $43.98 per person, per day.
  • Menu style
    Buffet • Breakfast to go
  • Additional dining options
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
Balances
  • Cuisine
    French • Seafood • International • European
  • Service
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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House rules

Hotel des Balances takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that advance reservations are recommended for the hotel restaurant.

Dogs are allowed. A fee of CHF 25 per animal per night applies.

Short-term rental-identification number Lucern City: KZV-SLU-000020.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: KZV-SLU-000020