Hotel des Balances

4 stars
9.1
Wonderful
based on 2832 reviews
2,832 reviews
Weinmarkt, 6004 Lucerne, Luzern, Switzerland
Weinmarkt, Lucerne, Luzern
+41 41 418 28 28
Thu 27/8
-
Fri 28/8
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
C$ 334
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 334
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 371
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 769
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Overview

Lucerne Hotels Hotel Des Balances was built in 1802 and completely renovated in 2008. The building is a former Guild Hall. It is directly on the River Reuss. The hotel is 30.2 miles from the Zurich airport and it is pet-friendly. Children stay free with parents.

The hotel has three meeting rooms and a 24 hour business center. There is free luggage storage and assistance with tickets. There's daily housekeeping and services such as laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine, and ironing service. There is valet parking.

There are a few dining options at the hotel. One is at a fine Swiss restaurant called Balances, a bistro, and a piano bar. Guests have a free welcome drink. The restaurant has an open air terrace seasonally. Guests can use ticket service or the tour desk as well as the air port shuttle. It has five floors and 56 rooms. There is elevator access.

The suites have whirlpools and most have views of the river. Rooms have stocked minibars, free WiFi, digital music players, and flat screen TVs. Room choices include the double room with city view, triple room with city view, junior suite with a sofa bed, and triple room with a river view.

Book Lucerne Hotels Hotel Des Balances today for a family friendly hotel with great views of the city or the river. It has dining options and a historic building.

9.1
Wonderful
2832 reviews

Latest deals for Hotel des Balances

Thu 27/8
-
Fri 28/8
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 334
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 420
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 965
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 371
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 393
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 407
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 759
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,017
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
C$ 418
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 twin bed
C$ 600
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,086
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 438
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 769
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 845
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 twin bed
C$ 450
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 655
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 671
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,100
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 686
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 885
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,230
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,421
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Hotel des Balances

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

General

  • Quiet street view
  • River view
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lake view
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Mountain view
  • City view
  • Storage available

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Public transport tickets
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Golf

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Hotel des Balances

9.1
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2832 verified ratings
Wonderful
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Very good
435
Good
203
Okay
54
Fair
50
Mediocre
28
Poor
26

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Most guests praised the hotel's excellent central location, making it easy to explore Lucerne and access key attractions. The service was frequently described as friendly, helpful, and professional, with several reviewers highlighting positive experiences with staff and special touches for pets. Cleanliness and comfort of the rooms were also commonly mentioned as positives. The on-site restaurant and breakfast offerings received favorable comments, and many guests appreciated the comfortable beds. However, a few reviews noted issues with noise, room size, and isolated negative service experiences, but overall, the feedback was largely positive.
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Restaurant8 out of 10
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5.1
Fair
Julia, Dec 2017
Pros (+) This was a beautiful hotel.
Cons (-) We had a three person room and the twin bed was an AIR MATTRESS! It was deflated when we got in the room and had to call the desk to get someone to fill it back up. Over the course of the night it deflated to the point it was like sleeping on a hammock.. the desk should have given a major discount for this clearly (or so I would hope) over booking of triple rooms.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2017
Pros (+) Great location, well appointed room, excellent dinner, friendly staff.
Cons (-) Rooms are noisy...could hear next door for a long time.

Location

Weinmarkt, 6004 Lucerne, Luzern

What's nearby

  • Rathaus Lucerne103 m
  • Old Town109 m
  • Jesuitenkirche138 m
  • Spreuerbrücke199 m
  • Historisches Museum Luzern210 m
  • Kapellbrücke227 m
  • The Nine Towers387 m
  • Luzern Train Station0.5 km
  • Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre0.6 km
  • Bourbaki Panorama0.8 km
  • Hofkirche0.8 km
  • Löwendenkmal0.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.
License number: KZV-SLU-000020

Essential information about Hotel des Balances

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

May
October
C$ 704
C$ 747
Cheapest month to stay with an average 1% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 7% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Hotel des Balances?

The cheapest month to stay at Hotel des Balances is January, with an average nightly rate of C$ 403. The most expensive month is September at C$ 872 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Hotel des Balances?

The cheapest day to book Hotel des Balances is Saturday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 691. The most expensive day is Sunday at C$ 1,100 per night.

How far in advance should you book Hotel des Balances?

To get the best price at Hotel des Balances, book around 12 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 49% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel des Balances

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel des Balances, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel des Balances, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel des Balances was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 747, while the most expensive was C$ 747.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel des Balances? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel des Balances

  • Where is Hotel des Balances located?

    Hotel des Balances is located at Weinmarkt in Downtown, 0.1 km from the centre of Lucerne. Rathaus Lucerne is the closest landmark to Hotel des Balances.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel des Balances?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Hotel des Balances.

  • Does Hotel des Balances offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel des Balances offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel des Balances from the airport?

    Hotel des Balances is 49 km from Zurich. Hotel des Balances is 63 km from Belp.

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Good to know

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Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.4
0.1 km
Zurich
49.0 km

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