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Barabas - Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, a short walk to Chapel Bridge

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Garden
Front of property
Lunch and dinner served, Japanese cuisine
Superior Twin Room | Living area
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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Löwengraben, 18, Lucerne, 6004
  • Lucerne Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Chapel Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • KKL Lucerne
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room

Triple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Detached private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Laptop workspace
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Fan
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Laptop workspace
Pet friendly
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the area

Lucerne

Barabas - Hostel puts you in the heart of Lucerne, within steps of Lucerne Town Hall and Mill Bridge. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Izakaya Nozomi, serves Japanese cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Old Town Lucerne hostel include Chapel Bridge and Swiss Transportation Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Lucerne Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chapel Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • KKL Lucerne - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lion Monument - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Chateau Guetsch - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Lucerne Station - 9 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hirschenplatz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Zunfthaus zu Pfistern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Mill'Feuille - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antipasteria La Barca GmbH - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Fenice GmbH - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Barabas - Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, a short walk to Chapel Bridge
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Barabas - Hostel.

This 3-star Lucerne hostel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Barabas - Hostel offers 60 accommodations with free toiletries and fans. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CHF 13 for adults and CHF 13 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Izakaya Nozomi

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 10 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 1.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 2.40 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CHF 13 for adults and from CHF 13 for children
  • Pet fee: CHF 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Barabas Hostel Lucerne
Barabas Hostel
Barabas Lucerne
Barabas
Barabas Hostel
Barabas - Hostel Lucerne
Barabas - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Barabas - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lucerne

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Barabas - Hostel?

Barabas - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Barabas - Hostel?

As of 9 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barabas - Hostel on 31 Aug 2025 start from NZ$207.52, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Barabas - Hostel?

The closest beach to Barabas - Hostel is Seebad Eich (15.1 km).

Does Barabas - Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Barabas - Hostel?

No, Barabas - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Barabas - Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Barabas - Hostel's onsite restaurant that serves Japanese cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Barabas - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Barabas - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 380 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PIM

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

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

A willing prisoner

We were surprised to find our accomodation used to be a prison and our room was one of the cells. It was adequately but sparsely furnished in keeping with the theme. Everything was clean and tidy and the staff were very helpful. A fun and different experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naamah

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

Very Impressed!

Felt extremely clean and comfortable, and the showers were really modern and super! They even made our beds each day. I was very impressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Sussex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Yuxuan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was very good and they helped us with everything we needed. We would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Not my first stay. Really friendly staff. Great location. Lots of parking for bikes and motorbikes just outside. Only thing was that I asked for a double and was in a twin, but I was warned that might happen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very well cleaned and well kept. The staff were very nice and helpful and the location is close to everything, and conveniently just a 10 minute walk from the train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting property with many retained aspects of the old prison. Rooms ate obviously small, with little storage, no hair driers etc. slightly disconcerting obscured glass loo and shower 'box' in the room. Great breakfast, with good choice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hostel with a history, not particularly sociable if that’s your thing, but perfect if you want basic accommodation in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a super neat experience to sleep at this hostel, probably one of the best nights of sleep in my life. Fantastic location, on the far edge of the tourist zone

10/10 Excellent

Neha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samreen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and comfy beds!! The shower was fantastic. Super cool that it is an old prison!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay! Friendly and informative staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sriram, Katy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, historic location and concenuent access to train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

nian

Travelled with family
Not too far.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very nice staff, awkward bathroom

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful! The reason for 3 stars is comfort: the bathroom is improvised in the living room, with partially transparent glass walls, so for non-couples family trips it makes for an uncomfortable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room in Old Town. We stayed in the Japanese part and skipped the prison cell experience. The whole place is fun. We also ate at the Japanese restaurant in the hotel. Very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JESUS

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and good size rooms. The doors were quite heavy and loud to close, especially if being left to close on their own, which isn't great with people coming and going at all hours
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024