Hotel Central Luzern

3.0 star property

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In the heart of Lucerne, Hotel Central Luzern offers a vibrant retreat with a free breakfast buffet, an art gallery on site and shopping mall. Enjoy cycling or relax at the playground while staying connected with in-room WiFi. The multilingual staff has impressed guests who praise this hotel's central location.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Classic Single Room (Cosy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double Room (Cosy)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

City Double Room, 1 King Bed (Noble)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Cosy)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

City Single Room (Noble)

  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Family Room (Noble)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lucerne, Hotel Central Luzern is in the city center and on a lake. Notable landmarks in the area include Chapel Bridge and Loewenplatz, and travelers wishing to experience a bit of culture can try Swiss Transportation Museum. Saint Peters Church and Lion Monument are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining, hiking/biking trails, and horse riding, or hop on a segway rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Lucerne travel guide
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Morgartenstrasse 4, Lucerne, LU, 6003

What's nearby

  • Chapel Bridge
    Chapel Bridge
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lucerne, Switzerland, View of historical buildings along riverside
    Lucerne Town Hall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • View of the city of Lucerne in Switzerland
    KKL Lucerne
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pleasure boat with tourists on the lake, view from the side. Lake Lucerne. Swiss.
    Lake Side Promenade
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lion Monument
    Lion Monument
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lucerne Station
    3 min walk
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH)
    68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tibits
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Heini
    4 min walk
  • Penthouse
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Central Luzern

Hotel near Chapel Bridge
Located close to Lucerne Town Hall and Saint Peters Church, Hotel Central Luzern provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a shopping mall on site and a playground.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and an elevator
  • A water dispenser, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Central Luzern offer comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CHF 18 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Playground
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • On a lake
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1910
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Seidenhofstrasse 5, Luzern]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 2.50 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CHF 18.00 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Central Hotel Lucerne
Central Lucerne
Hotel Central Luzern Lucerne
Central Luzern Lucerne
Central Luzern
Hotel Central Luzern Hotel
Hotel Central Luzern Lucerne
Hotel Central Luzern Hotel Lucerne

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Central Luzern pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CHF 18.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Central Luzern?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Central Luzern?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Central Luzern located?

Located in the heart of Lucerne, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chapel Bridge, Lucerne Town Hall, and Saint Peters Church. Loewenplatz and Lion Monument are also within 15 minutes. Lucerne Station and Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Central Luzern Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 667 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean. Great location and friendly staff!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED this hotel! Everything was immaculate, the location is great, the breakfast was delicious and the staff were very friendly. I will recommend this hotel to anyone that asks and would definitely stay again myself!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location could not have been better! Excellent breakfast and very friendly staff. Rooms are compact but very comfortable. Rooms not on the street side are quieter on the weekends. A very reasonable choice in a high priced neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sukcha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and best location, train station, pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room is small but effective, can use additional amenities like body lotion , breakfast is good Overall cute hotel and very close to the train station
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was well beyond what we expected. Facility was excellently kept clean and the staff was exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is very central, close to train station and everything. Front desk is very friendly and super helpful. Room is clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the comfortable bed, the great location, large breakfast room to hang out in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing stay! Location is superb. Staff are so friendly and helpful and continental brekkie was best I had in any hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated room, clean, staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, great location and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Was a bit too hot in the room for me, a fan was provided, though I would have preferred AC cooling. Very clean, well supplied. Receptionist was lovely, helpful, and knowledgable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and delicious breakfast. Rooms were a bit smaller than we anticipated and the shower was fairly small. Overall, a very comfortable experience and a perfect short walk to the train station with luggage and all!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room. Everything was great. Nice atmosphere. Great breakfast and excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Razmik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable location minutes from trai n station. Breakfast was great and 24 hour tea and coffee service was added plus
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amada

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, very welcoming staff, good breakfast, nice lounge which is open 24hrs where one can get coffee or tea for free, one time free beverage for two, great location.
Lounge
Breakfast room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and within walking distance of everywhere. Staff was very friendly, accommodating and offered daily suggestions of where to visit and dine.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yilun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to central train station, markets and city attractions. Room is not big, but is clean. The staff is friendly, helpful and professional. Especially the lounge is available 24/7, offers coffees, tea and fruits, really give a homey feeling and convenience. Really enjoy the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location - the hotel is a 5 min walk from the train station. The hotel is very clean, staff are helpful and breakfast is excellent. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hossein

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

Convenient location and stay

This hotel is very conveniently located close to the main train station. We had a very comfortable stay and enjoyed the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check was easy and staff was super helpful. Room was clean but small. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay on our honeymoon! The room was nice, breakfast was great, and the staff was extremely helpful! Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Khoi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is well situated, walking distance to old Lucerne (5 min) walking distance to Lucerne Central train station 5 min). Very convenient at the center of everything. Nice breakfast spread, access to free coffee and tea all days as well as water.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great stay

Great location and hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025