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Barabas - Hostel

3.0 star property
3-star hostel near Lucerne Town Hall

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Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Superior Double Room | Living area
Lunch and dinner served
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Löwengraben, 18, Lucerne, 6004
  • Place, Lucerne Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hertensteinstrasse
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Double Room

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

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Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Lucerne

Old Town Lucerne stay.At this Old Town Lucerne hostel, you'll be well placed to visit Lucerne Town Hall and Chapel Bridge, both within a 5-minute walk. Mill Bridge and Hertensteinstrasse are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lucerne Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chapel Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hertensteinstrasse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • KKL Lucerne - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Side Promenade - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lucerne Station - 9 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zum Weissen Kreuz - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rathaus Brauerei - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mill'Feuille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Heini Conditorei - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Barabas - Hostel

3-star hostel near Lucerne Town Hall
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Barabas - Hostel.

This 3-star Lucerne hostel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

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

Things to do

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

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 10 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay, and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Barabas - Hostel to the airport?

Barabas - Hostel is 41.7 mi (62-min drive) away from the Zurich Airport (ZRH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Barabas - Hostel?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barabas - Hostel on Jul 3, 2026 start from $144, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Barabas - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Barabas - Hostel.

How close is Barabas - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 11 mi (14-min drive) from Seebad Eich.

Does Barabas - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Barabas - Hostel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CHF 13 for adults and CHF 13 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Barabas - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Grand Casino Lucerne (12-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Barabas - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Barabas - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Barabas - Hostel have a pool?

Barabas - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Barabas - Hostel have a restaurant?

Barabas - Hostel is home to Izakaya Nozomi, which features Japanese cuisine.

Does Barabas - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Barabas - Hostel to downtown Lucerne?

Barabas - Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Lucerne.

Barabas - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 450 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Staff/ Great Place to Stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice place, will like visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean room and overall good option for Lucerne.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, central location. Perfect for any type of traveling - youth groups, families, solo... Great hotel for a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Landon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for two people! Easy to check into and close to all the major attractions in Lucerne.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of Lucerne with everything very close by. Very helpful front desk staff and super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Xiaohong

Liked: Amenities
Staff are very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yanin

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

Great location, comfy bed

The location is great, walking distance to all main attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Hsiu-Ying

Clean room / basic Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is wonderful helpful clean hotel close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Denny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a fun idea of staying in prison, it is barebones but clean with a really good breakfast. I would recommend Barabas to anyone in Lucerne.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was very good and they helped us with everything we needed. We would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kayley

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
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very good location near train station, attractions and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom were spacious and clean. Bed and pillows were very comfy. Staff was very helpful and kind. Breakfast was ok. The hotel is very well situated. Shops and restaurants are close by and short walking distance from the train station
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yinglan

It’s good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff. Room, shared bathroom and building in general very clean. Excellent breakfast buffet. Looking forward to my next stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky to stay in what once was a prison
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025