Barabas - Hostel
Hostel in Lucerne
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, Balcony or Patio and more
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About this hostel
Lucerne hostel in Old Town Lucerne with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a 24-hour front desk and an arcade/game room. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance.
Barabas - Hostel offers 60 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a 24-hour front desk and an arcade/game room. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance.
Barabas - Hostel offers 60 accommodations with complimentary toiletries and fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Internet / Wifi
Balcony or Patio
Garden
Map of Lucerne
Available Rooms
Standard Double Room
Beds not specified • 118 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Superior Twin Room
Beds not specified • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Triple Room
Beds not specified • 118 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Quadruple Room
Beds not specified • 118 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
Beds not specified • 323 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
1.5 / 5.0
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.
1.5 / 5.0
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.
2.5 / 5.0
The location is great, walking distance to all main attractions.
2.5 / 5.0
The location is great, walking distance to all main attractions.
2.5 / 5.0
Awesome place. Right in the heart of Luzern. Can walk everywhere. Super comfortable beds and clean.
2.5 / 5.0
Awesome place. Right in the heart of Luzern. Can walk everywhere. Super comfortable beds and clean.
1.5 / 5.0
The location is fantastic and the facilities are very clean, however, the room is very hot with just a table fan and the wifi in the room is pretty much non existent, but consistent everywhere else in the hotel.
1.5 / 5.0
The location is fantastic and the facilities are very clean, however, the room is very hot with just a table fan and the wifi in the room is pretty much non existent, but consistent everywhere else in the hotel.
3.0 / 5.0
This place is an old jail, takes a minute to get used to. Unique, stay experience. Rooms are small, but get the job done for a night stay. Would not recommend if you spent time in a real jail, it might feel confined. Haha
2.0 / 5.0
very good location near train station, attractions and restaurants
2.0 / 5.0
very good location near train station, attractions and restaurants
4.0 / 5.0
If you want basic this is it. Converted prison which means very small rooms.
4.0 / 5.0
If you want basic this is it. Converted prison which means very small rooms.
5.0 / 5.0
Truly unique hotel experience! Great staff and in a perfect location to experience Luzerne!
5.0 / 5.0
Truly unique hotel experience! Great staff and in a perfect location to experience Luzerne!
5.0 / 5.0
Nice place 👍
5.0 / 5.0
Nice place 👍
0.5 / 5.0
Very,very small.the sink is dirty.
The worst service ever
0.5 / 5.0
Very,very small.the sink is dirty.
The worst service ever
4.0 / 5.0
Overall good just we didn't find dinner facilities only McDonald's and subway
4.0 / 5.0
Overall good just we didn't find dinner facilities only McDonald's and subway
4.0 / 5.0
You must stay just for the experience of staying in a former prison!
Love that they had different artifacts and history throughout each floor!
Staff was very friendly and helpful!
4.0 / 5.0
You must stay just for the experience of staying in a former prison!
Love that they had different artifacts and history throughout each floor!
Staff was very friendly and helpful!
2.0 / 5.0
I would not recommend if you are claustrophobic or if the weather is hot. The rooms are VERY small with a very small window. The location is fantastic. The place is very clean. The housekeeping staff lost my daughter’s retainer (800 dollars) and staff was rude about it. But again it’s clean and affordable and close to the chapel bridge area. .
2.0 / 5.0
I would not recommend if you are claustrophobic or if the weather is hot. The rooms are VERY small with a very small window. The location is fantastic. The place is very clean. The housekeeping staff lost my daughter’s retainer (800 dollars) and staff was rude about it. But again it’s clean and affordable and close to the chapel bridge area. .
4.0 / 5.0
Parking a little far
4.0 / 5.0
Parking a little far
4.0 / 5.0
staff is not very friendly
4.0 / 5.0
Definitely a unique experience, we were travelling with 7 and had 2 rooms. One room was on the second floor, other was on the third. 2nd floor room was at least 5 degrees cooler than 3rd floor room (though the fan helped slightly). Not a place you would want to plan on spending time in your room necessarily, but worth a visit.
4.0 / 5.0
staff is not very friendly
4.0 / 5.0
Definitely a unique experience, we were travelling with 7 and had 2 rooms. One room was on the second floor, other was on the third. 2nd floor room was at least 5 degrees cooler than 3rd floor room (though the fan helped slightly). Not a place you would want to plan on spending time in your room necessarily, but worth a visit.
5.0 / 5.0
Cosy hotel in the middle of the city.
5.0 / 5.0
Cosy hotel in the middle of the city.
2.0 / 5.0
It was squishy, but the beds were comfortable. We had our own bathroom, but unfortunately the sewer smell made it unpleasant to spend much time in. We appreciated the fan as it was quite warm due to the summer temperatures. All in all, a fun place to spend the night- very well located to the sights in Luzern.
2.0 / 5.0
It was squishy, but the beds were comfortable. We had our own bathroom, but unfortunately the sewer smell made it unpleasant to spend much time in. We appreciated the fan as it was quite warm due to the summer temperatures. All in all, a fun place to spend the night- very well located to the sights in Luzern.
4.0 / 5.0
This was a fun stop for us. We stayed 2 nights, the location was perfect for walking everywhere in Luzern. The kids thought the prison was cool. Their patio is great. The reception staff was so kind and friendly. The breakfast staff was rude but Natasha (if i remember right) made up for him.
4.0 / 5.0
This was a fun stop for us. We stayed 2 nights, the location was perfect for walking everywhere in Luzern. The kids thought the prison was cool. Their patio is great. The reception staff was so kind and friendly. The breakfast staff was rude but Natasha (if i remember right) made up for him.
4.0 / 5.0
Very small prison sale but clean and efficient.
4.0 / 5.0
Very small prison sale but clean and efficient.
4.0 / 5.0
Great hotel near shopping and in the city center. Rooms are very small and very warm despite fans since there is only one tiny window and no air flow. It is, after all, an actual prison. Just be aware. We parked approximately 10 minute walk away and it was 29 francs for 24 hours. Very attentive and helpful staff.
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Lucerne?
The average price for a rental in Lucerne is $233 per night. This rental is $65 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Barabas - Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Barabas - Hostel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Barabas - Hostel?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, balcony or patio, and garden.