Grand Hotel Europe

4.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Lobby
Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Haldenstrasse, 59, Lucerne, 6006
  • Place, Lake Side Promenade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Swiss Transportation Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Chapel Bridge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Panoramic Double Room Single Use, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Junior Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lucerne

Swiss Transportation Museum is a short stroll from Grand Hotel Europe, and other popular attractions like Chapel Bridge are within a mile (2 km). This 177-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Lake Side Promenade - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Swiss Transportation Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lion Monument - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chapel Bridge - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • KKL Lucerne - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Luzern Sgv Station - 7 min drive
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MOzern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Juliette Sharing Brasserie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Vesper - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wilhelm Tell Schiffrestaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Volière - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Grand Hotel Europe

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Grand Hotel Europe features free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and a terrace. Self parking is available for CHF 25 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and a garden.
48-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and safes. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (CHF 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.80 per person, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: CHF 25 per night (in/out privileges)

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 4 stars.

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Europe AG
Grand Hotel Europe Hotel
Grand Hotel Europe Lucerne
Grand Hotel Europe Hotel Lucerne

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Grand Hotel Europe?

Grand Hotel Europe offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Grand Hotel Europe?

This hotel is located in Lucerne, a short 12-minute walk from Swiss Transportation Museum and also 20 minutes on foot from Chapel Bridge. You'll also find Lake Side Promenade and Grand Casino Lucerne less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Grand Hotel Europe?

Yes, covered parking is offered for CHF 25 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Grand Hotel Europe have a casino?

No, Grand Hotel Europe doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grand Hotel Europe?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Grand Hotel Europe good for couples?

This lakeside hotel offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Grand Hotel Europe have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Grand Hotel Europe have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Grand Hotel Europe serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Grand Hotel Europe allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Grand Hotel Europe though service animals are welcome.

Does Grand Hotel Europe have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Grand Hotel Europe?

The closest major airport to Grand Hotel Europe is Zurich Airport (ZRH), which is about 29.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Grand Hotel Europe?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Grand Hotel Europe.

Grand Hotel Europe Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 83 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tasnim

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first room had a very wet floor and only room for one of the children so we called the service desk and they rectified the situation in minutes. They moved us into a beautiful room and helped us get settled in. The staff at the front desk also helped us plan our stay there. The staff in the kitchen was wonderful. We had bought a meal that needed to be reheated and they graciously did it for us. Our breakfast was great for all of the days as well. The bus stop is right outside of the door and minutes away from the town. We loved it and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, quiet, nice view of Lake Lucern. Initially our keys did not work. Breakfast was modest and we were required to sit in certain areas in the back. Free bus pass was well used. Easy access to city center and the train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luggages
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall it is good. Nice modern renovated room. Clean. Old hotel and main hallway and stairs are quite aged. Creaks. Breakfast was so so. Not convenient to carry luggage up to check-in as there were no ramp to help, just steps.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall is good but accessibility with luggages is a challenge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this hotel, especially the bar staff was wonderful. The food was also very good, we enjoyed sitting on the front porch relaxing, enjoying a drink and dinner. Beautiful area, walking distance to the esplanade is a just across the street. This hotel is just out of the busy tourist area which we loved. There is more of a walk to the old town area but worth it because it is just beautiful. The hotel did provide bus/tram passes for all of us however we did not use them. They also arranged for our taxi to the train station. The hotel is obviously older but the rooms have been updated and are very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Magnus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located at lake, mostly frequented by large tour groups
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nader

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures posted on the listing do not do it justice. The property is very pretty. The front desk staff is very helpful. One of the managers, Conrad, helped me with parking the car and to solve an issue with the rental car. The rooms are spacious, newly renovated with updated amenities. There is a great view of the lake from the room balcony The bed was very comfortable. The bathroom was very modern. Lots of outlets to charge. A bonus was an included breakfast that was delicious with a lot of variety. I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion, Reston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ask for room facing lake. Comfortable, clean, spacious room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is being fully renovated so only a portion of the rooms are available. Our room was very nice, remodeled, and great design. Restaurant was ok with very limited menu. Breakfast is excellent. Staff very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly, Singapore

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LESLIE

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narmin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I read both the good and bad reviews before reserving to be honest I had my doubts before the actual arrival. For context, I’ve travelled quite a bit, stayed in some of the best hotels and generally I’m a picky person. Let me tell you that this is one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in. What a cute soulful place!! Check in was a breeze, they let me do so early even. The room was spacious, neat, the bathroom was impeccably clean (and white so u can actually see how clean it is). no bugs in the room (I checked). But obviously if you sleep w the windows open you’ll invite the nocturnal fauna in your room. They have portable air conditioners in the room to compensate, though I agree that window screens would do wonders in this case. The lake views are of course unmatched. The restaurant was very reasonably priced, food was delicious and hearty. Some reviews commented on lack of luggage ramp and I only had a backpack but how can one complain about this given the historic beauty of this building? It’s only a few steps up & the property sent me a message ahead of time offering to help with luggage at arrival. That is 5 star service to me. One thing I regret is that I didn't get a chance to see the inside of the building much to feel the history bc I was with my niece and for just one night we had very little time in the hotel. I will make sure to see it one day to try to imagine the splendor of this place in its day. Overall, a 5 star stay in a beautiful town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bhavin

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

Two night Lucerne Stay

The Hotel was very good and clean. Breakfast was very nice. Shared parking with the apartment complex was a bit difficult but workable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this hotel. Was the room hot at first? (It was 30 degrees and sunny outside.) Yes, but it cooled down once the ventilation system started up, and we all slept well. We had a room on the first floor, and the cutest little balcony. If you're looking for a brand new hotel, this is not the place for you. But its age is its charm, and we enjoyed the elegance of this hotel very much. It was sparkling clean, and all the hotel staff was friendly and helpful. We had a great supper in the bar. We would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pro: Bus stop right in front of property which made it more convenient to train station and old town, good breakfast buffet, fan in room, comfortable beds Con: no air conditioning and extra fan was never brought to our room, it was almost unbearable heat and humidity during our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whilst checking in the staff were excellent and explained everything fully in order to make the most of the visit. The free use of buses was discussed and it was so easy with the bus stop being right outside the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan

A very enjoyable stay, great location on the lake with easy access to transport to town. Staff were excellent annd breakfast was good. Only downside was no a/c but was ok at night with provided fans. I very much recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ranga

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous and responsive front desk. Convenient room amenities. Adequately functional. Excellent breakfast. Easy access to HBF.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Pankaj

Traveled with family
No Air conditioner. Very hot here in July It was in my filter when I booked my hotel initially As must have AC. It was listed as AC providing hotel but not available at the property. Very disappointing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024