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Boutique Hotel KARL

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Lucerne with a coffee shop/cafe

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Superior Double Room, River View
Superior Double Room, River View
Breakfast area
Family Room, Balcony, River View | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$597
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

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St.-karli-quai 12, Lucerne, LU, 6004
  • Lucerne Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Chapel Bridge
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Chateau Guetsch
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Zürich (ZRH)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Balcony, River View

Double Room, Balcony, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • 18 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room, Balcony, River View

Triple Room, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Triple Room, River View

Superior Triple Room, River View

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Balcony, River View | Living area

Family Room, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 71 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room, River View

Superior Double Room, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony, River View

Superior Quadruple Room, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • 41 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Lucerne

At Boutique Hotel KARL you'll be within steps of Musegg Wall and Mill Bridge. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and multilingual staff. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, luggage storage and a front desk safe. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Old Town Lucerne hotel include Chapel Bridge and Swiss Transportation Museum.

What's nearby

  • Lucerne Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chapel Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chateau Guetsch - 9 min walk - 0.7 km
  • KKL Lucerne - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lion Monument - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mill'Feuille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Modomio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Leone - ‬4 min walk
  • Restaurant Metzgerhalle
  • ‪Ammos - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Boutique Hotel KARL

Riverfront hotel in Lucerne with a coffee shop/cafe
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Boutique Hotel KARL.

This 3-star Lucerne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Boutique Hotel KARL offers 34 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (CHF 30 per night)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • On a river

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CHF 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 2.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • Tourism fee: CHF 2.50 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.

  • Nearby parking fee: CHF 30 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Tourist
Tourist Hotel Lucerne
Tourist Lucerne
Boutique Hotel KARL Hotel
Boutique Hotel KARL Lucerne
Boutique Hotel KARL Hotel Lucerne
Boutique Hotel KARL Swiss Quality
Karl Swiss Quality Boutique Hotel
THE TOURIST CITY RIVER HOTEL LUCERNE

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Boutique Hotel KARL?

Boutique Hotel KARL offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Boutique Hotel KARL?

As of 17 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boutique Hotel KARL on 20 Aug 2025 start from NZ$577.66, 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.

Is parking available at Boutique Hotel KARL?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Boutique Hotel KARL?

The closest beach to Boutique Hotel KARL is Seebad Eich (14.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Boutique Hotel KARL?

No, Boutique Hotel KARL does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Boutique Hotel KARL?

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

Are pets allowed at Boutique Hotel KARL?

Dogs are welcome at Boutique Hotel KARL, with food and water bowls on offer.

Boutique Hotel KARL Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 473 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 473 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 473 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 473 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 473 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jyotirmaya

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good one and big rooms and good for family with bags and looking for bigger place to open bags, have a decent places.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce, Eureka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms, kind and helpful staff. Yummy breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Great location

Great location. Very helpful friendly staff. Very clean. Great breakfast with free prosecco. Luggage store. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amit

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel offers great views of the river and mountains. It has parking available and is within easy walking distance of the Lucerne old city area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a gem. If I’m ever back in Lucerne I would definitely stay here again. Great room size and gorgeous views over the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

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

Stay longer next time

Great location, very helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee M

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Huntersville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location and stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle, New Smyrna Beach

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are nice. Its a great place to crash, with a decent view and walking distance to statiin
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly enjoyed our stay. Comfortable beds and nice room with spectacular view, and a wonderful breakfast. The staff were also extremely helpful. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Wesley Chapel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rose greeted us upon our arrival with kindness and great recommendations for places to eat and visit. She helped make our stay very enjoyable. The hotel was comfortable, a great location and met all of our needs. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, fabulous and spacious room. Delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful Stay

Such a wonderful location! Great view, great walkability, very nice stay. The rooms were a little outdated and small, but comfortable. Breakfast was okay. Limited options but all was done well. Would recommend.
View from the family room (5th floor)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet C

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel staffed by helpful people. I loved seeing the river nd the Alps from my sunny balcony. 10 minutes walk to anywhere I wanted to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siyong

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

Great to stay

Nice, Cozy, Clean and very friendly Good to stay Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

aileen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and very helpful. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk attendant was so friendly and helpful. The room was clean and had everything we needed for our one-night stay. The breakfast buffet was excellent. Great location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wish it could have been longer! I will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best stay for us across two other countries so far! Bed was comfy. Reception was very informative offering alot of sightseeing hints and tips. Breakfast included (alot of yummy options and best quality weve had over two other countries). Hotel also let us check in early (10am) 5*!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel. Great location. Rooms are dated but comfortable and the included breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, with good riverfront views. The reception was very helpful and gave us tips on where to get fondue.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024