Hotel Central Luzern

Property class: 3
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Morgartenstrasse 4, Lucerne, LU, 6003
  • Place, Chapel Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lucerne Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, KKL Lucerne
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪53 min drive‬
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Room options

Classic Single Room (Cosy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double Room (Cosy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

City Double Room, 1 King Bed (Noble)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Cosy)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

City Single Room (Noble)

  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Family Room (Noble)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

COSY Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Noble Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cosy Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Lucerne

Chapel Bridge is within a 5-minute walk of Hotel Central Luzern while other popular sites like Lucerne Town Hall are within a 15-minute stroll. This 46-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Chapel Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Swiss Path - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lucerne Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • KKL Lucerne - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lion Monument - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lucerne Station - 3 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tibits - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Joe & The Juice - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Heini - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Central Luzern

Guests of Hotel Central Luzern enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Self parking is offered for CHF 18.00 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Fans, safes, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CHF 18 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Playground
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1910
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Seidenhofstrasse 5, Luzern]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.50 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.

  • Self parking fee: CHF 18.00 per day (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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Property class

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.

Property is also known as

Central Hotel Lucerne
Central Lucerne
Hotel Central Luzern Lucerne
Central Luzern Lucerne
Central Luzern
Hotel Central Luzern Hotel
Hotel Central Luzern Lucerne
Hotel Central Luzern Hotel Lucerne

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Central Luzern?

Hotel Central Luzern offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Central Luzern?

As of Sep 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Central Luzern on Sep 30, 2026 start from $307, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel Central Luzern?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Lucerne, just steps from Chapel Bridge and The Swiss Path, and within a short walk of KKL Lucerne. You'll also find Lucerne Town Hall and Mill Bridge less than a mile away.

Does Hotel Central Luzern feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Central Luzern doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Central Luzern?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hotel Central Luzern have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hotel Central Luzern offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Central Luzern allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Central Luzern though service animals are welcome.

Hotel Central Luzern Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 667 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1011 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, fantastic staff fantastic lounge room for dining and breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staffing and great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, breakfast awesome. Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to many attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good advice, helpful with parking, breakfast good, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly staff and clean, comfortable room. The hotel is not fancy but is conveniently located and has a great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, the staffs are all very nice, excellent breakfast, and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was awesome. Rooms were clean, service was excellent and the breakfast was very good with something for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, staff very friendly, I had the best experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect, staff was very helpful and room was clean, no issues at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is really simple but was perfect for us. We enjoyed the balcony, breakfast, and was an excellent location. We also loved the vegetarian restaurant next door. The staff was incredibly helpful and you can walk easily!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. 5 minute walk from the train station
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel! Perfect location and friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast included also. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, small, hotel convenient to everything. Nice and helpful staff. Good breakfast and convenient coffee and tea anytime
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - close to Train station and the River / Lake. Clean room with all needed amenities. Delicious breakfast Round the clock availability to coffee machine. Would definitely recommend and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean. Great location and friendly staff!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Good and Frensh breakfast Staff service is fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a nice stay at this location. Breakfast was amazing. Great location near metro.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful, the breakfast was off the charts, great! Our room was very good, neat, clean. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026