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Rate based on Check-in: Jun 10, 2012 Check-out: Jun 11, 2012

Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

3 stars
Weinmarkt 53895, Lucerne, 06004
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.9
out of 5
15 reviews
great but get with breakfast included

nice clean hotel, very friendly staff. the booking however was with breakfast excluded, something... See full review

  • abc
  • Jan 1, 2011
It is a beautiful hotel in the

It is a beautiful hotel in the centre of the old city of Lucern. Its location is perfect, in the... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • Nov 28, 2010
The Hotel Des Balances is in keeping with tradition and trend. The 4 Star Superior property is located in the beautiful heart of Lucernes Old Town. It is the ideal starting point for shopping and sightseeing. It has 56 tastefully renovated rooms and suites with a view of the famous Chapel Bridge; Jesuit Church and Mount Pilatus. All our modern and charming rooms are equipped with a Delizio coffee and tea maker; a modern iPod and iPhone docking station and a safe; which are available free of charge. Enjoy market fresh creations in our Restaurant Balances with lounge; bar and terrace directly at the River Reuss. 14 Gault Millau points stand for culinary art. Individual premises impressively combine tradition and modern comfort and provide the perfect framework for your unique event. There is a valet parking service available at a charge. Additional Information; Children age 5 and under stay free in the room with parents and in existing bedding. Children age 6-11 pay 35 CHF for an extra bed. Children over this age will be considered an adult. The hotel reserves the right to without prior notification cancel any reservation with an invalid or incomplete credit card number.

Des Balances Hotel Lucerne Rooms

Double Single Use Old Town
Double Single Use Old Town-Double Bed- Bathroom-Hairdryer-Coffee Maker-Safe-TV-WIFI
Double Single Use River
Double Single Use River-Double Bed- Bathroom-Hairdryer-Coffee Maker-Safe-TV-WIFI
Double Room facing the Old Town
Double Room Old Town-2SingleBeds-Old Town View -Bathroom-Hairdryer-Coffee Maker-Safe-TV-WIFI
Double Room facing the River
Double Room River-2Single Beds-River View-Bath -Hairdryer-Coffee Maker-Safe-TV-WIFI-Telephone
Junior Suite
Junior Suite-2 Single Beds-Breathtaking View- Bathroom-Hairdryer-Coffee Maker-Safe-TV-WIFI
Suite
Suite-2 Single Beds-View of the Lake-Bathroom- Whirlpool-Free WIFI-MiniBar-Free Safe-TV-Phone

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Nearby airports
Zurich-Kloten, (ZRH), 65.00, KM, S; Basel/Mulhouse EuroAirport, (BSL), 110.00, KM, SE; Bern-Belp, (BRN), 110.00, KM, SW;
Area description
City Center

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Accessible facilities
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business center
  • Conference Facilities
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Copy Service
  • Currency Exchange
  • Elevators
  • Indoor Parking
  • Laundry Service
  • Maid Service
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Pets allowed
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Security
  • Turndown Service
  • Wake-up Service

Dining

Off-Site Dining
There are restaurants within close proximity of the hotel.
Restaurant Balances
Our 14 Gault-Millau-Point Award Winning Culinary Artist and his crew await the opportunity to spoil you at lunch or dinner with a market fresh creation. You will also find a selection of wines on our Wine List.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
02:00 PM
Check-out:
11:30 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (15)

Ratings and reviews for Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Overall score

4.9 / 5
15 out of 15
Amenities:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.9
Hotel staff:
4.9
Room comfort:
4.8
Location:
4.9
Value:
4.3

100% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
abc
CA USA
Jan 1, 2011

great but get with breakfast included

nice clean hotel, very friendly staff. the booking however was with breakfast excluded, something that normally in Europe is also included [...]. When we got breakfast and ordered from the menu eggs-with-bacon ($11), that is what we got. No bread nothing else. My daughter wanted a boiled, not scrambled so she got for $11 2 boiled eggs and about 2 bacon slices but not even water or a slice of bread. The continental breakfast ($18) consisted of slice of bread, crossant, two airplane-cup of marmelade and drink. Don't try to ask for anything else or pay $30. Gave an unneccessary nickle-and-diming-feeling for a good hotel with an eye for details and other things free as it should be (eg internet, welcome drink etc). bottom line: when you book here, make sure breakfast is included to prevent this irritation aka swiss-bookkeeping.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Nov 28, 2010

It is a beautiful hotel in the

It is a beautiful hotel in the centre of the old city of Lucern. Its location is perfect, in the middle of the pedestrian zone, near the river and the famous old bridge of Lucern. The staff is very friendly and helpful - we enjoyed our stay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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No rating
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5
Value:
4
Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

4
Exbyr
Business
Philadelphia PA
Mar 23, 2010

Great hotel and location

Great location in a beautiful city. Friendly staff.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Jan 21, 2010

Helpful staff, great rooms, great

Helpful staff, great rooms, great breakfast, and nicely located in the Old Town.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

5
John
Not Provided
Jan 7, 2010

We found the hotel to be a Gem,

We found the hotel to be a Gem, location, cleanliness, service, and the staff friendly and helpful, my wife has coeliac disease and they even supplied gluten free bread for breakfast. We would recommend this hotel and hope to stay there again soon, Lucerne is a really lovely place to visit.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
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5
Value:
5
Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

5
John
Not Provided
Jan 3, 2010

A great place to stay in Lucerne

A great place to stay in Lucerne - prime location, helpful and friendly staff, and all the facilities you'd expect in a 4 star hotel. Highly recommended.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

5
Prabhat
Not Provided
Dec 28, 2009

The hotel is well kept and the

The hotel is well kept and the staff is very cordial and friendly with a personal touch. The front desk is very well informed and willing to go the extra mile. I enjoyed the stay with my family and two children.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Nov 27, 2009

DES BALANCES HOTEL IS A CHARMING

DES BALANCES HOTEL IS A CHARMING TRADITIONAL, YET UP TO DATE EQUIPED HOTEL. ITS LOCATION IS MAGNIFICENT, THE OLD CITY ON ONE SIDE AND THE RIVER ON THE OTHER. THE BREAKFAST IS SUPERB AND THE SERVICE VERY ATTENTIVE. WE ENJOYED OUR STAY VERY MUCH AND ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO VISIT SOON AGAIN.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

5
Christian
USA
Dec 31, 2008

Wonderful Hotel - Great Location

We had a wonderful stay at our hotel in Lucerne. It is in the middle of a pedestrian mall, so trying to navigate our car to the hotel was a bit confusing. After our arrival, however, we were upgraded to a junior suite for free and our view was absolutely amazing. The room was beautiful, and the staff keep beautiful decor in the room. We would highly recommend this hotel (even without the room upgrade) to anyone traveling to Lucerne.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Shopping was everywhere to be seen, as was dining experiences. We did not use our car until our departure day.

Review of Des Balances Hotel Lucerne

Reviewer score

5
Lrz75
Suisse
Apr 11, 2012

Merveilleux séjour

Ce magnifique hôtel est idéalement placé et d'un calme absolu. La bâtisse, aménagée et décorée avec goût, possède en outre une magnifique terrasse au bord de l'eau . Nous avons passé un très agréable séjour et ne pouvons que chaleureusement recommander cette adresse.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
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