Hotel Des Balances - Lucerne
47.051623, 8.304521
Overview
4-star historic hotel on the Reuss river in Lucerne's Old Town
Location & History
Housed in a former Guild Hall, Hotel des Balances sits directly on the Reuss river in the center of Lucerne's Old Town. Most rooms offer views of the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church, and the Weinmarkt square. The hotel is an 8-minute walk from Lucerne central station and provides easy access to the Rosengart Collection Lucerne and the Lion Monument.
Dining & Entertainment
The Restaurant La Balance serves French and Swiss cuisine on a riverside terrace. A casual bistro and a piano bar provide additional dining and entertainment options. Live entertainment takes place within the hotel premises, and chic bar atmosphere is not found in local competitors.
Rooms & Views
Balcony options are available in many rooms, offering sights of the Reuss river and the surrounding Alps. Some suites include a whirlpool and a jacuzzi bathtub. The hotel provides a complimentary bag of caramels in the room upon arrival.
Family & Pet Amenities
Hotel des Balances welcomes children and offers triple rooms with river views. Pets are allowed, and the hotel provides pet bowls. The property is family-friendly with complimentary welcome drinks and snacks for all guests.
Services & Extras
The hotel offers a complimentary Winter Tell-Pass for extended stays, covering local transport. Valet parking and an electric vehicle charging station are available. A 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and tour desk help guests book Mt. Pilatus tickets and outdoor activities like hiking.
- Location: On the Reuss river in Old Town Lucerne, 8 min walk from train station
- Rooms: Balcony options with views of Chapel Bridge and Alps; suites with whirlpool
- Dining: Restaurant La Balance with riverside terrace; French & Swiss cuisine
- Entertainment: Piano bar and live entertainment on-site
- Family & Pets: Triple rooms, pet bowls, welcome drinks
- Special: Complimentary Winter Tell-Pass for extended stays; valet parking
License number: KZV-SLU-000020
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Double beds1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Essential information about Hotel Des Balances
| 💵 Lowest room price | 425 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 41.6 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kloten, ZRH |
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