The Hotel Lucerne, Autograph Collection

Hotels
Autograph Collection
8.8 (134 reviews)
Sempacherstrasse 14 , Luzern , ch

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High breakfast cost

Categories

Cleanliness
7.59
The hotel had issues with cleaning as reported hair in the sink and a need for overall maintenance.
Service
9.56
The staff were consistently mentioned as friendly and accommodating, providing excellent service.
Location
9.6
Guests frequently praised the hotel’s central location and proximity to major attractions.
Room Quality
9.05
Rooms were described as stunning and well-designed, although some mentioned issues with heating.
Amenities
8.58
Amenities like a bar were noted; the mini bar was suggested to be improved.
Value for Money
8.54
Some guests questioned the value given the pricing, mentioning missing amenities for the cost.
Food and Beverage
8.09
Breakfast was noted as being overpriced, which negatively impacted perceptions.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall positive feelings despite some negatives; many guests had an enjoyable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:29

Property Description

Unique Design by Jean Nouvel
Situated next to a park in Lucerne, this hotel designed by Jean Nouvel offers a blend of simplicity, spirituality, elegance, and refinement. The artistic interior with imaginative decor and inventive touches creates a unique environment for guests to enjoy.

Convenient Location and Free WiFi
Within a 5-minute walk, guests can reach the Culture and Congress Centre (KKL), the historic old town with a lake promenade, and the train station. Additionally, free WiFi is available throughout the entire hotel for guests' convenience.

Exquisite Dining and Modern Accommodation
Guests can savor carefully selected ingredients and exotic flavors at HATO Restaurant, unwind in the bar, and appreciate the contemporary accommodation with park views. Indulge in the sumptuous offerings of this hotel, finding inspiration in its originality and modernity.

Book now to experience the unique blend of simplicity and elegance at our hotel in Lucerne!

Important information:

Please note that Single Currency Credit Cards (UnionPay logo only) cannot be accepted for reservations.

Please note that guests booking a rate where prepayment is needed will receive a link after booking to pay the prepayment.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ZRH

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 2 years old to 11 years old stay for CHF 80 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for CHF 120 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs CHF 15 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 134 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.59
Service: 9.56
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 9.05
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 8.09
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Travelqueen8882 Family Richmond, Virginia
4
Not my cup of tea.
Pros:

We are huge fans of Marriott and booked this hotel because of the location to the train station and downtown. The staff were amazing and very accommodating but the rooms were not safe for older travelers.
We were given an upgrade on arrival and checked into our room after 3pm. The room was large and had a window overlooking the park. My husband has a bad back and he could not sit in the "bubble" chairs in the room. There were 3 steps up to a large bathroom with very slippery floors (even when not wet). I don't know who talked designers into barn doors and barn doors at the top of 3 steps for the bath is a recipe for disaster. There was only a tub/shower combo and that also was a challenge for my husband.
We requested a room change after being in the room about an hour. The hotel doesn't offer any rooms for handicapped accessible. We were offered and accepted a smaller room with just a shower. It was much safer. It still had the same "Bubble" chairs that were not comfortable but did look cool.
The worst thing about the room was the "art" on the ceiling. Not only did I have nightmares waking up to see it but it also surprised us each time we woke up. I guess I have to admit we are finally old!
Finally, the restaurant has mirrors to reflect the light. It was blinding when you walk in and felt like I needed my sunglasses on the whole time.
Overall it was a disappointment. I will be sure to check more carefully next time in Lucerne for something a little calmer and safer.

2026-06-22 via Tripadvisor
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BNA-Wanderlust Family Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
8
Convenient for walking central Lucerne
Pros:

The Hotel Lucerne is convenient to central Lucerne and walking the old city. It is a small, boutique hotel - the front desk told us it is the second smallest Autograph Collection hotel in the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio. As a Bonvoy Ambassador Elite, we had two rooms and were placed next door to each other on the top floor with a private end of the hall, making for a quiet stay. The rooms were large for a European urban hotel, especially the bathrooms. Everything was very clean and had a very distinctive modern design. The staff was friendly and accommodating of family travel with kids. For the size of hotel, the breakfast buffet offered a good variety.

The only drawback was parking - the hotel has only two dedicated spots, which were already taken, so we were left to find parking on Lucerne city streets. Luckily we found a spot just a few blocks away.

2026-06-20 via Tripadvisor
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Serge solo_traveller ch
8
Pros:

Design, originalité, emplacement

Cons:

Bruit du service de nettoyage, accès au parking par voie de service inapproprié pour un 5 étoiles, rapport qualité/prix.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Bernard couple ch
2
Pros:

Rien

Cons:

Tout

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Schmid couple ch
8
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Bruna solo_traveller ch
9
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Frédéric solo_traveller ch
9
2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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ronnygandey Family Cikarang, West Java, Java
10
Memorable, Perfect Stay
Pros:

It take almost 10 minutes for the four of us the reach this hotel from the train station since we were carrying 2 medium-large and 2 small luggages. The Hotel Lucerne located in the central area and many attractions of Lucerne are within walking distance. So many restaurants, Cafes and Bistros nearby.

Upon our arrival, we got a surprise : I got upgraded to Corner Suite facing the small garden, Library of Lucerne and a Church. The front office provide all the information we need to see the city; the way she explained made us rushing the the city right after we settled our room.

Check in and check out was very quick and seamless.

I really enjoy the breakfast as guests can choose some menus from the kitchen and the staff prepare them to our liking.

Room was spacious, very well decorated (although at the first night my wife was a bit disturbed by the painting or picture on the ceiling).

And I got a very pleasant and unforgettable memory : on the second day, the four staffs on duty drop by on our breakfast table for wishing myself a great and wonderful birthday. And I still keep the card presented to me.

Thank you for make our stay and visit in Lucerne memorable.

So, in conclusion : Perfect

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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TobiasW. couple de
7
2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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284husseink Business
8
Beautiful boutique style hotel, multiple failings
Pros:

Stayed here for a night while on business in Luzern. Hotel has a very nice boutique feel.

Room was huge (maybe I got upgraded as Marriott Ambassador).

But a few flaws.

There are weird LED lighting strips and lights everywhere. Some of these you CANNOT turn off. Which means you cannot sleep well.

Hotels are all about sleep. This is a major failing. I had to do my best to put pillows over these annoyances.

The room also runs warm. You cant set it to be cold at night.

And breakfast is lackluster. The omelette is more of a fried egg.

2026-03-05 via Tripadvisor
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Ibrahim couple ae
6
Pros:

Reception staff( Alex) was really helpful.

Cons:

The roof wall paper was annoying to stare at.

2026-01-04 via Nuitee
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Martin couple ch
6
Gute Lage, professionelles Personal, mangelhafte Infrastruktur
Pros:

Tolle zentrale Lage, freundliches Personal und eine gute Sicht über die Stadt im 6. OG.

Cons:

Wir hatten eine Junior Suite im 6. Stock mit Balkon. Leider liess sich das Zimmer nicht ausreichend beheizen und es war die ganze Nacht wirklich kalt. Des Weiteren hat der Ablauf der Dusche nicht funktioniert und der bereits vor Wochen reservierte Parkplatz war durch das defekte Auto eines anderen Gastes belegt. Alles in Allem hat für über CHF 700 pro Nacht wenig zusammengepasst...

2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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Philipp solo_traveller ch
10
Pros:

Sehr gute Lage nahe beim Bahnhof.
Eigene Baar.
Sehr freundliches Personal

2025-12-02 via Nuitee
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Leila couple ch
9
2025-11-17 via Nuitee
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Peggy couple ch
10
Great place, pity no more restaurant.
Pros:

Great location beautiful rooms

Cons:

Empty mini bar

2025-11-17 via Nuitee
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Valentina solo_traveller it
10
Best hotel
Pros:

The hotel’s interiors are stunning. Best room I’ve ever slept in. Also, the staff were super nice and attentive, and the service impeccable (night of 6/11, lady at the bar also was great). They made my stay truly amazing!

2025-11-07 via Nuitee
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Carpenter couple au
10
Pros:

Design and location were amazing.

Cons:

Loved everything.

2025-10-30 via Nuitee
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JANINE solo_traveller gb
8
Luxurious, modern art hotel set in a quiet, charming square, 5 minutes walk from concert hall.
Pros:

We spent three nights at the hotel in two visits, in two different rooms, during the Lucerne music festival. The best two things about this hotel were the superb design and the location. It was designed by the architect of the Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre (concert hall), and each room is an arty delight. It is compact, modern, luxurious and convenient, and the staff were helpful. The location is 5 minutes from the concert hall, the train station, and the major sights and galleries over the mediaeval bridge in the Old Town. The library square, in which the hotel is set, is charming and quiet, with an excellent restaurant, outdoors in the Summer, called Bellini.

Cons:

We did not take breakfast in the hotel as it was ridiculously expensive. What a weak point for this otherwise excellent hotel.

2025-10-17 via Nuitee
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Venture53541890423 Family
10
Great time in Lucerne
Pros:

Great boutique hotel. Amazing staff who are all very friendly and accommodating. Great location as well to centrally walk/bus/train anywhere.

2025-09-02 via Tripadvisor
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J3881WYlynng Couples
2
Terrible Experience - don’t stay here
Pros:

We had a terrible experience at this hotel. Marriott should be embarrassed. When we checked in there was hair in the sink in our bathroom. Hotel needs lots of tlc, chipped paint everywhere. Air condition in our room was broken. Whenever we tried to run the unit the room was filled with humidity. We had to sleep with the window open and were subjected to street noise and bug bites. When we tried to get resolution the staff only could say they would try to fix it. Only redeeming points are location and breakfast. I am sure there are much nicer places to stay for the money, look elsewhere.

2025-08-31 via Tripadvisor