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Hotel Des Balances, Lucerne

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About the Hotel

Weinmarkt, Lucerne, Switzerland, 6004
Perfect
9.1
9.6
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4.6
4.6
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“The hotel boasts an unbeatable location right by the river, making it easy to explore the charming streets of Lucerne.”view full review

Hotel Des Balances, a 4-star accommodation rated 9.1/10 on Booking.com, features chic and stylish amenities alongside vibrant riverside views in the heart of Old Lucerne. Guests can enjoy a trendy on-site restaurant and bar, as well as seasonal alfresco dining options.

Rooms & Amenities

Elegant rooms with parquet flooring offer views of the River Reuss, the Chapel Bridge, and the Swiss Alps. Many rooms feature a private balcony or terrace. Facilities include a minibar, flat-screen TV with international channels, and complimentary toiletries.

Dining Options

The restaurant, Balances, serves market-fresh Swiss cuisine, while La Balance offers classical French dining. Seasonal outdoor dining is available on the riverside terrace, providing views of local landmarks.

Business & Leisure

Hotel Des Balances features three meeting rooms, the largest accommodating up to 90 people. Guests can relax in the stylish lounge bar or enjoy hiking and biking trails nearby.

Services & History

The hotel provides a roundtrip airport shuttle service and has a reception open 24 hours. Notable guests in the hotel's history include writer George Bernard Shaw and Queen Wilhelmine of Holland.

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Hotel Des Balances offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
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Queen Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Triple Room River View
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Romantic Suite River View Balcony
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Superior Double Room River View
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

Hotel Des Balances offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Stunning Views!
“Our room had a amazing view with a private balcony overlooking the river. It was the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the scenery.” view full review
Delicious Breakfast!
“The breakfast buffet was impressive, featuring a good spread of pastries and the option to order fresh eggs and pancakes, all included with our stay.” view full review
Charming Decor!
“The room was beautifully decorated with a cozy ambiance that immediately made us feel at home. The thoughtful touches added a special charm.” view full review
Great Amenities!
“The hotel provided complimentary chocolates each night and a free water station on every floor, making our stay even more enjoyable.” view full review
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Hotel Des Balances Location

Weinmarkt, Lucerne, Switzerland, 6004
Map view
Weinmarkt, Lucerne, Switzerland, 6004
City landmarks
Square
Lion Monument
2800 ft
Event hall
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre
2300 ft
Museum
Glacier Garden of Lucerne
3600 ft
Museum
Swiss Museum of Transport
1.5 mi
Museum
Bourbaki Panorama
3000 ft
Museum
Alpineum
3300 ft
Church
Church of St. Leodegar
3100 ft
Park
Inseli Park
3700 ft
Landmark
LA Collection'Air Art Park at Chateau Guetsch in Lucerne
2500 ft
Mall
Nationalquai
3100 ft
Landmark
St Mark's Church
3300 ft
Nearby
Bridge
Chapel Bridge
1200 ft
Bahnhofstrasse 11a
Jesuit Church
1000 ft
Bridge
Spreuer Bridge
1100 ft
Church
Franciscan Church
1000 ft
Museum
The Rosengart Collection
1600 ft
LucerneSwitzerland
Lake Lucerne
1900 ft
LucerneSwitzerland
Old Town Lucerne
500 ft
Museum
Natur-Museum Luzern
900 ft
Reusssteg 1
Nadelwehr Luzern
400 ft
Public Building
Town Hall
400 ft
Museum
Modern Art Museum
1800 ft
Museum
Historisches Museum Luzern
800 ft
6004 Lucerne
Museggmauer
1900 ft
Square
Kornmarkt
400 ft
Museggmauer
The Nine Towers
1000 ft
Hertensteinstrasse 30
Matthauskirche
1600 ft
Square
Schwanenplatz
1300 ft
Kapellpl. 1a
Saint Peters Church
1100 ft
Square
Muhlenplatz
400 ft
Restaurants
Zunfthausrestaurant Pfistern
400 ft
Kornmarkt 4
Valentino
100 ft
Metzgerrainle 3
Mamma Leone
600 ft
Muehlenplatz 12 6004 Luzern
La Mannagia
300 ft
Weinmarkt 9 Weinmarktplatz
Antipasteria la barca
300 ft
Unter der Egg 6 6004 Lucerne
Getting around
City Centre
Lucerne6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
Kloten (ZRH)101 min  ·  41.6 mi
Belp (BRN)185 min  ·  76.6 mi
Train
Lucerne Station6 min  ·  1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop4 min  ·  1000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 04:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby at CHF 35 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of CHF 35 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian
Year renovated:
2008
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
56

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Des Balances from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 522 verified reviews
9.2/10
Perfect
94%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.5/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Comfort
9.4/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.9/10
Location
9.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 1720 reviews
4.5/5
based on 1230 reviews
9.1/10
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