Des Balances

4 stars
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based on 2850 reviews
2,850 reviews
Weinmarkt, 6004 Lucerne, Luzern, Switzerland
Weinmarkt, Lucerne, Luzern
+41 41 418 28 28
Thu 19/11
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Fri 20/11
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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
2850 reviews

Latest deals for Des Balances

Thu 19/11
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C$ 354
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Compare prices for Queen room, Double room and 21 more Des Balances deals.
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C$ 354
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Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 381
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,804
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Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 359
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Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 650
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Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,256
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Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 386
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C$ 1,130
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C$ 432
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Double room, 1 twin bed
C$ 590
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C$ 437
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C$ 947
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C$ 1,263
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C$ 448
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Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 598
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Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 1,139
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C$ 461
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Double room, 1 twin bed
C$ 462
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Queen room, bed type unknown
C$ 468
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C$ 668
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C$ 1,045
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C$ 673
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at 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

Reviews of Des Balances

9.1
Wonderful
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Mediocre
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Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent central location, making it convenient for sightseeing and exploring Lucerne. Many appreciated the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the quality and variety of the breakfast. However, some guests were disappointed by the small room sizes and felt that the hotel did not offer good value for the price, mentioning high costs for rooms and meals. Overall, the positive experiences with location and service stood out, though there were notable concerns about room comfort and pricing.
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Location10 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Breakfast7.5 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
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Thomas, Oct 2026
Great location near everything but exceptionally quiet. Small cozy rooms. Book a room on the river. Great restaurant and bar.
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 Des Balances

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

March
October
C$ 701
Cheapest month to stay with an average 53% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 10% rise in price.
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Which month has the cheapest rates at Des Balances?

The cheapest month to stay at Des Balances is January, with an average nightly rate of C$ 414. The most expensive month is September at C$ 947 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Des Balances?

The cheapest day to book Des Balances is Monday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 332. The most expensive day is Wednesday at C$ 774 per night.

How far in advance should you book Des Balances?

To get the best price at Des Balances, book around 12 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 52% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Des Balances

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

FAQs when booking at Des Balances

  • Where is Des Balances located?

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

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

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

  • Does Des Balances offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Des Balances offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Des Balances from the airport?

    Des Balances is 49 km from Zurich. Des Balances is 63 km from Belp.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Des Balances hotel deals?

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Distance to airport

8.4
0.1 km
Zurich
49.0 km

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