Barabas Luzern

Hotels
8 (4638 reviews)
18 Löwengraben , Luzern , ch

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Poor cleanliness in shared rooms
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
7.25
Some reviews mention issues related to cleanliness, particularly in shared rooms.
Service
8.75
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.75
The location is highlighted as a major positive aspect, being central and convenient.
Room Quality
7.25
Rooms are noted as being small and sometimes lacking privacy, impacting comfort.
Amenities
7.75
Basic amenities are present, though some guests mentioned a lack of additional facilities.
Value for Money
8.25
The price is generally considered fair for the given experience.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Breakfast is positively mentioned, yet further dining options may be limited.
Overall Experience
7.75
Guests often express positive feelings, despite some negative aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:19

Property Description

Unique Historical Charm
Barabas Luzern, situated in Luzern, offers a one-of-a-kind experience with its historic roots as a former prison, transformed and renovated in 2018. The original cells have been preserved, adding a unique charm to the property.

Convenient Location
Located just a short walk from Chapel Bridge and close to popular attractions such as KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne and Lion Monument, Barabas Luzern provides easy access to the best of Luzern's sights and sounds.

Cozy Accommodations and Breakfast
Despite its historical past, Barabas Luzern offers modern comfort with small yet cozy rooms, each equipped with a private bathroom. Start your day right with a delicious continental breakfast available on-site.

Ready to experience a blend of history and comfort in Luzern? Book your stay at Barabas Luzern now.

Important information:

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: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 4638 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.25
Service: 8.75
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 7.75
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 7.75
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Daniel extended_group uy
8
Muy bien para una noche
Pros:

La ubicación y que es tal cual aparece en la descripción de Booking.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Aydın family_with_children tr
8
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Giedrė solo_traveller lt
10
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Jain solo_traveller in
7
Pros:

It is in a good location, close to railway station. A good option if one wants to experience the prison architecture for a night.

Our room was nice and spacious (6 mixed dorm), but I think the 4 dorm rooms don't have ventillation (only a single small window of the prison cell)

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Chantall solo_traveller gb
6
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Isabelle solo_traveller ch
6
Für eine Nacht ok, für Nichtraucher ungünstig
Pros:

Einfach und kostengünstig und auch sauber. Interessante Atmosphäre.

Cons:

Das Bettlaken war etwas alt, war aber Ok. Wirklich störend war, dass das Zimmer nach abgestandenem Rauch gestunken hat – schade, dass Nichtraucher-Zimmer nicht zu haben sind …

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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idealista solo_traveller it
7
Soggiorno in centro in un ex carcere
Pros:

Posizione centrale, letto molto comodo, pulizia e servizi buoni

Cons:

La camera era molto calda perché sprovvista di aria condizionata. Un pó di rumore.

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Julie couple fr
9
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Bernadette couple us
6
Don’t eat at the Japanese Restaurant in the same hotel. BAD EXPERIENCE!!!
Pros:

Centrally located and very accessible to train station, restaurants, landmarks.

Cons:

The staff named Sis was excellent! Except when we tried to eat in their Japanese restaurant. I believe it’s the same owner. We had a really bad experience with the waiter named “Simon” . We were trying to order and this waiter asked us what we want. We are still figuring out as the menu is not written in English and not familiar for us. He says do you want Japanese Tapas? And we said, what’s in the tapas? He insisted for us to order tapas and he doesn’t explain it well. He has a very thick accent and he got frustrated and gave us an attitude. My husband told him to be patient as we are not familiar with the menu compared to US menu. And that’s when he says, leave the restaurant now. I am not serving you! So in other words, he kicked us out. We went to Sis in the hotel and mentioned this to her. She already knew it was him and she explains when he can’t fully express himself, he gets frustrated and that’s what happened. We ended up taking out food from an Indian restaurant next to it. My husband went back and talked to the Manager as we ere very disappointed and says he will talk to him. Even if you have a pleasant stay in a hotel, this one specific incident will ruin it all. I wish the owner will take a look at this as it seems this is not the only complaint about him as Sis was not surprised at all when we told her. He needs to learn customer service or maybe this is not the job for him. I do not wish him to lose his job but not fair for people that are visiting and just wanted to have a great vacation experience.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Margit solo_traveller at
7
Unüblicher abenteuerlicher Ort
Pros:

Das Personal ist extrem freundlich und hilfsbereit, der Empfang war wirklich außergewöhnlich.
Die Location ist gewöhnungsbedürftig, trotz der Klarheit, dass es ein ehemaliges Gefängnis war. Die Atmosphäre ist schon ein bisserl eigenartig, aber nach der zweiten Nacht gewöhnt man sich an das zeitweise beklemmende Gefühl. Natürlich hat man einen Zimmerschlüssel und kann jederzeit raus gehen;)
Die Lage ist perfekt, alle Sehenswürdigkeiten von Luzern sind einfach fußläufig erreichbar. Die Nähe zum KKL lässt viele Konzertbesucher als Übernachtungsgäste einchecken. Nach emotionalen Anfangsschwierigkeiten habe ich mich an meine Zelle gewöhnt und werde sicherlich im kommenden Jahr wieder zu Gast sein.
Herausragend ist auch die Sauberkeit, die im Haus herrscht und die tägliche Zimmerpflege.

Cons:

Fein wäre, wenn es in der Zelle einen an der wand montierten Klappsessel für den Koffer gäbe. Auch wenn dies das Flair des Ursprünglichen stört. Es wäre sehr hilfreich.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Zenaida couple us
8
Aceptable
Pros:

Alojamiento bien ubicado centrico limpio personal atento el desayuno de pago pero aceptable pudiera ser más variado los baños están impecable y hay agua caliente no hay aire acondicionado pero realmente no se necesita

Cons:

Pienso que es necesario que la plataforma especifique que es una antigua prisión y que vas a dormir literalmente en una celda o calabozo lo que te hace al omitirlo llevarte una sorpresa cuando llegas si lo dijeran uno lo toma o no pero a la hora de la reserva lo escoge o no al ser una celda es pequeña y apenas hay espacio para las maletas las puerta son las originales de las celdas pero al final lo pasas bien sin quejas

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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SOHRAB family_with_children nl
10
Best place in town
Pros:

The staff was super helpful. The location was excellent.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Susanne couple nl
10
Heerlijk ontspannen
Pros:

Het prachtige uitzicht en de rustige omgeving

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Anna family_with_children es
8
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Leonie Mc couple au
9
A beautifully converted jail in the heart of the old area of Luzern
Pros:

The breakfast was good. The building being a converted jail makes it a unique place to stay. The location in the old town area was fantastic.

Cons:

One of us had to crawl over to be against the wall

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Ciro solo_traveller it
6
Cons:

Stanza piccola, caldo mancanza di appoggi per la valigia

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Yeong Soon solo_traveller fr
7
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SEIYA couple jp
6
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Milky solo_traveller jp
8
コスパ最強
Pros:

駅から歩いて行ける
安く泊まれる

Cons:

駅からの道が初めてだと少し迷いそうになること

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Kalicharan solo_traveller in
8
Pros:

Location, staff behaviour

Cons:

Bathrooms ,

2026-08-27 via Nuitee