The Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern is a 101-room, luxury landmark property overlooking the beautiful waters of Lake Lucerne in the city's charming Old Town. Family-run for five generations, the hotel also boasts a particularly impressive roll call of former guests. A 2014 renovation updated the rooms in fresh, contemporary styling but it's the lake views that really steal the show. Frequent concerts and festivals hosted on-site can be a turnoff for some, and there's no swimming pool, unlike at the nearby and also luxurious Grand Hotel National (though it's a rare amenity in Lucerne). Palace Luzern is a (typically) less expensive lakefront luxury option, but it's a bit farther from Old Town.
The Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern is a 101-room, luxury landmark property overlooking the beautiful waters of Lake Lucerne in the city's charming Old Town. Family-run for five generations, the hotel also boasts a particularly impressive roll call of former guests. A 2014 renovation updated the rooms in fresh, contemporary styling but it's the lake views that really steal the show. Frequent concerts and festivals hosted on-site can be a turnoff for some, and there's no swimming pool, unlike at the nearby and also luxurious Grand Hotel National (though it's a rare amenity in Lucerne). Palace Luzern is a (typically) less expensive lakefront luxury option, but it's a bit farther from Old Town.
The historic and sophisticated Palace Luzern is a luxury hotel directly on Lake Lucern and within a 15-minute walk of Old Town. To make the most of its stunning setting, the hotel offers alfresco dining along the lake, in addition to a classy seafood restaurant, handsome lobby bar, and cigar lounge. The pristine spa and stylish gym also help set this property apart. The 129 rooms and suites feel classic and a touch traditional, and come with minibars, large bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Some have balconies with views of the lake. On the downside, the breakfast buffet costs extra, and the hotel lacks air-conditioning in some common areas. This is a luxurious option to be sure, though guests looking for a high-end, lakefront hotel a little closer to Old Town may prefer the Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern.
The historic and sophisticated Palace Luzern is a luxury hotel directly on Lake Lucern and within a 15-minute walk of Old Town. To make the most of its stunning setting, the hotel offers alfresco dining along the lake, in addition to a classy seafood restaurant, handsome lobby bar, and cigar lounge. The pristine spa and stylish gym also help set this property apart. The 129 rooms and suites feel classic and a touch traditional, and come with minibars, large bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. Some have balconies with views of the lake. On the downside, the breakfast buffet costs extra, and the hotel lacks air-conditioning in some common areas. This is a luxurious option to be sure, though guests looking for a high-end, lakefront hotel a little closer to Old Town may prefer the Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern.
The 86-room Renaissance Lucerne Hotel is an upscale chain property set in an elegant corner building dating from 1901 -- though it was fully renovated in 2011. Its city-center setting is across the river from charming Old Town, under a 10-minute walk away. Rooms are small but have smart, contemporary styling and amenities that include Nespresso machines, flat-screen TVs, and comfy bedding. A lively Mexican restaurant is a fun addition, but not ideal for those wanting peace and quiet. This property also offers a bright fitness center and a polished lounge with a living room feel. All in all, it offers good value in a pricey city -- though it's worth comparing rates with the luxurious Radisson Blu Hotel.
The 86-room Renaissance Lucerne Hotel is an upscale chain property set in an elegant corner building dating from 1901 -- though it was fully renovated in 2011. Its city-center setting is across the river from charming Old Town, under a 10-minute walk away. Rooms are small but have smart, contemporary styling and amenities that include Nespresso machines, flat-screen TVs, and comfy bedding. A lively Mexican restaurant is a fun addition, but not ideal for those wanting peace and quiet. This property also offers a bright fitness center and a polished lounge with a living room feel. All in all, it offers good value in a pricey city -- though it's worth comparing rates with the luxurious Radisson Blu Hotel.
This luxury hotel on the edge of Lake Lucerne offers stunning mountain and lake views. It also has a convenient location right behind the main train station and within walking distance of the historic Old Town. The 189 rooms are spacious and filled with light, thanks to large floor-to-ceiling windows, and are decorated in a crisp, contemporary style. Some rooms, however, have begun to show signs of wear and tear, and a renovation is slated for 2016 and 2017. The hotel includes a restaurant, bar, wine lounge, fitness center and health club, and has extensive meeting facilities, but it lacks a swimming pool. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne is competitively priced with other luxury properties in the area, but travelers seeking to stay in the Old Town might want to compare rates with Hotel des Balances.
This luxury hotel on the edge of Lake Lucerne offers stunning mountain and lake views. It also has a convenient location right behind the main train station and within walking distance of the historic Old Town. The 189 rooms are spacious and filled with light, thanks to large floor-to-ceiling windows, and are decorated in a crisp, contemporary style. Some rooms, however, have begun to show signs of wear and tear, and a renovation is slated for 2016 and 2017. The hotel includes a restaurant, bar, wine lounge, fitness center and health club, and has extensive meeting facilities, but it lacks a swimming pool. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne is competitively priced with other luxury properties in the area, but travelers seeking to stay in the Old Town might want to compare rates with Hotel des Balances.
The Hotel des Balances is one of the best-located upscale hotels in Lucerne. This 56-room property faces both the river and a charming cobblestone street in the heart of Old Town. The hotel has a chic restaurant and bar with seasonal riverfront terrace dining. Each guest is offered a free welcome drink, but the expansive breakfast buffet costs an extra fee. Rooms are chic and modern with generously stocked minibars, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. However, only fifth-floor rooms are air-conditioned. The hotel's other flaw? There are no wellness facilities -- no gym, pool, or spa. The upscale Art Deco Hotel Montana Luzern and the luxury Palace Luzern are other high-end options with spas, but they are farther from the city center.
The Hotel des Balances is one of the best-located upscale hotels in Lucerne. This 56-room property faces both the river and a charming cobblestone street in the heart of Old Town. The hotel has a chic restaurant and bar with seasonal riverfront terrace dining. Each guest is offered a free welcome drink, but the expansive breakfast buffet costs an extra fee. Rooms are chic and modern with generously stocked minibars, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. However, only fifth-floor rooms are air-conditioned. The hotel's other flaw? There are no wellness facilities -- no gym, pool, or spa. The upscale Art Deco Hotel Montana Luzern and the luxury Palace Luzern are other high-end options with spas, but they are farther from the city center.
Seehotel Hermitage Luzern is an upscale property on the shores of Lake Lucerne. It offers all sorts of amenities for travelers who want to spend their vacations outdoors, including a private beach, a boat dock, boat rentals, paddle boards, a large sunbathing lawn, tennis courts, and an ice-skating rink (in the winter). The 68 rooms are sleek and modern with lake views, minibars, and Nespresso coffeemakers, but they lack air-conditioning. There's also a chic and cozy restaurant that's particularly popular for Sunday brunch. Travelers may also want to consider Palace Luzern, a lakefront hotel that’s within walking distance of the city center and has rooms with air-conditioning, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle, though rates can be much higher.
Seehotel Hermitage Luzern is an upscale property on the shores of Lake Lucerne. It offers all sorts of amenities for travelers who want to spend their vacations outdoors, including a private beach, a boat dock, boat rentals, paddle boards, a large sunbathing lawn, tennis courts, and an ice-skating rink (in the winter). The 68 rooms are sleek and modern with lake views, minibars, and Nespresso coffeemakers, but they lack air-conditioning. There's also a chic and cozy restaurant that's particularly popular for Sunday brunch. Travelers may also want to consider Palace Luzern, a lakefront hotel that’s within walking distance of the city center and has rooms with air-conditioning, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle, though rates can be much higher.
The mid-range Ameron Hotel Flora Luzern is a modern property in central Lucerne, just a few minutes from the lake. Its 161 rooms are cozy with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, espresso-makers, and mini-fridges, but they lack storage space. There's an upscale restaurant, bar, and meeting facilities but there's no pool or on-site fitness center, although discounts are available at a nearby gym. On the down side, breakfast comes with a fee, and some guests have reported problems with the air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne, with an on-site gym, sauna, and trendy dining options, is a good alternative.
The mid-range Ameron Hotel Flora Luzern is a modern property in central Lucerne, just a few minutes from the lake. Its 161 rooms are cozy with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, espresso-makers, and mini-fridges, but they lack storage space. There's an upscale restaurant, bar, and meeting facilities but there's no pool or on-site fitness center, although discounts are available at a nearby gym. On the down side, breakfast comes with a fee, and some guests have reported problems with the air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. The Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne, with an on-site gym, sauna, and trendy dining options, is a good alternative.
The hilltop Art Deco Hotel Montana Luzern is a 66-room, upscale hotel that offers exceptional views of Lake Luceren and is about a 15-minute walk from the heart of Old Town. The hotel features popular and classy restaurants and bars, including a seasonal rooftop bar with breathtaking views, the stylish Hemingway Lounge with a rum and cigar menu, and the trendy Louis Bar with live piano and jazz music. Art Deco-inspired rooms have balconies, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms can be truly exceptional, with elegant parquet floors, astounding views, rooftop terraces, and hot tubs. The hotel has a small spa offering a range of treatments, but there's no gym -- and no air-conditioning. Travelers looking for a similarly high-end spot in the heart of Old Town may want to consider the popular Hotel des Balances.
The hilltop Art Deco Hotel Montana Luzern is a 66-room, upscale hotel that offers exceptional views of Lake Luceren and is about a 15-minute walk from the heart of Old Town. The hotel features popular and classy restaurants and bars, including a seasonal rooftop bar with breathtaking views, the stylish Hemingway Lounge with a rum and cigar menu, and the trendy Louis Bar with live piano and jazz music. Art Deco-inspired rooms have balconies, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms can be truly exceptional, with elegant parquet floors, astounding views, rooftop terraces, and hot tubs. The hotel has a small spa offering a range of treatments, but there's no gym -- and no air-conditioning. Travelers looking for a similarly high-end spot in the heart of Old Town may want to consider the popular Hotel des Balances.
Hotel Cascada is an upper-middle-range property with a modern design and upbeat vibe. All its spaces have been updated in renovations that began in 2011 and rolled on through 2016, including its popular Spanish cuisine and tapas bar, which serves a free breakfast buffet in the mornings. Other amenities include free bike rentals, free access to a nearby gym, and meeting facilities. The 66 rooms may be a bit tight on space, but they have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, kettles, and free minibars. The Cascada's convenient location -- within walking distance of the train station and numerous sights -- is also a draw. It may also be worth comparing rates and amenities with Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne, which has lake views from some rooms and an on-site gym.
Hotel Cascada is an upper-middle-range property with a modern design and upbeat vibe. All its spaces have been updated in renovations that began in 2011 and rolled on through 2016, including its popular Spanish cuisine and tapas bar, which serves a free breakfast buffet in the mornings. Other amenities include free bike rentals, free access to a nearby gym, and meeting facilities. The 66 rooms may be a bit tight on space, but they have flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, kettles, and free minibars. The Cascada's convenient location -- within walking distance of the train station and numerous sights -- is also a draw. It may also be worth comparing rates and amenities with Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne, which has lake views from some rooms and an on-site gym.
