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The Best Hostels in Lucerne for Backpackers, Couples, and Families

The Best Hostels in Lucerne for Backpackers, Couples, and Families
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Lucerne is both a jumping off point for central Switzerland as well as a worldc-class destination itself. This medium-sized city sees a huge number of tourists every year, and rightly so, as the central area of town is quaint, beautiful, and full of history and culture.

The hostels we've listed here are all worth a good look, as they provide a good atmosphere and great amenities in a fun, exciting city. Although they all offer a long list of great features for guests, each has its own vibe, so take a look at all of them before making your decision.
How much do hostels in Lucerne cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Lucerne here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



A social hostel for solo travelers, couples, and groups

Dorm Bed from $52.86
Private Room from $56.93
Overall Rating: 96%
Alpenquai 42, Lucerne
Located on the lake, and just a bit outside of the city center lies this terrific hostel with plenty of great features. There are plenty of beds in dorms of 4 beds as well as private 2-bed rooms, all with balconies (great views!) and shared bathrooms.

The communal kitchen is available for those wishing to cook, and the common areas are large, comfortable, and spacious. Foosball and table tennis are available for entertainment, as are other games, books, and more. Internet and laundry are also on offer.

The friendly and helpful staff can provide everything you need, plus book tours and activities and give travel advice for Lucerne and beyond.

Guest reviews state that the rooms and bathrooms are clean, the balconies are terrific, and the staff is super friendly. This hostel consistently and continuously receives great rating and reviews from previous guests!

Highly recommended!


A quiet hostel for solo travelers, couples, and families

Dorm Bed from $49.70
Private Room from $58.94
Overall Rating: 83%
Sedelstr. 12, Lucerne
This large hostel just outside of the city center receives many positive reviews from former guests. They have dorm rooms of various sizes, including a huge 20-bed room. Bunks have individual lights and plugs, and are modern and comfortable. Private rooms are also available, including some with ensuite bathrooms.

The list of amenities is long. As this is larger hostel, they have plenty of common space. A pool table, table tennis, TVs, and other entertainment options can be found. Internet, laundry, and a friendly staff to help with travel advice round out the list.

And don't forget about the free breakfast buffet! The onsite restaurant also serves other meals, and coffee and tea are also available. They also have parking for cars, and bike rental to help you get around town.

The location is good, as it's not far from the city center and is close to public transit.

Guest reviews give positive comments about the friendly staff and comfortable atmosphere.


Dorm Bed from $58.46
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Zürichstrasse 33, Lucerne
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $39.37
Private Room from $42.65
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 97%
Obere Dattenbergstrasse 12, Lucerne
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a bar, bicycle hire, a common room, a games room, board games, cable tv, and foosball. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, towels included, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $48.38
Private Room from $43.20
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 92%
Löwengraben 16, Lucerne
Barabas Luzern is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant. Luggage storage, towels included, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $70.27
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 89%
Z?hringerstra?e 24, Lucerne
Hotel Alpha is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast. Wi-fi, luggage storage, parking, towels included, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $40.45
Private Room from $52.70
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 79%
Luzernerstrasse 23, Lucerne
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a common room, a games room, and foosball. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, parking, towels included, internet access, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $59.77
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 79%
Hirschengraben 40, Lucerne
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a common room, and board games. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, key card access, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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