Located in the heart of Old Town Lucerne, Boutique Hotel KARL offers a warm welcome with its coffee shop. Connect to WiFi and enjoy smoke-free premises while exploring nearby Chapel Bridge and KKL Lucerne. Multilingual staff are always on hand to help plan your stay.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Parking available
Pet friendly
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (9)
Daily housekeeping
Coffee shop/cafe
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Cable TV service
Limited onsite parking
$330 nightly
The total price is $353
$353 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Double Room, Balcony, River View
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
13 reviews
(13 reviews)
Highlights
Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
194 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Triple Room, Balcony, River View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
269 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Superior Triple Room, River View
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
258 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Family Room, Balcony, River View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
764 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
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Triple Room
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
26 reviews
(26 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
269 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Single Room
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
172 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Superior Double Room, River View
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
237 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Quadruple Room
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
538 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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When you stay at Boutique Hotel KARL, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Chapel Bridge and Swiss Transportation Museum. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
34 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite parking limited
Offsite parking within 656 ft (CHF 30 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee shop
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Boat tours nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
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
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs CHF 30 per night (656 ft away)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
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.
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
National rating
Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Switzerland. This property is rated 3 stars.
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
Does Boutique Hotel KARL offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Boutique Hotel KARL does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Boutique Hotel KARL?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Boutique Hotel KARL?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Boutique Hotel KARL?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Boutique Hotel KARL?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Lucerne (18-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Boutique Hotel KARL and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours and hiking.
What's the area around Boutique Hotel KARL like?
Boutique Hotel KARL is located by the river in Old Town Lucerne, a short 9-minute walk from Chapel Bridge and 7 minutes' walk from Lucerne Town Hall. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Boutique Hotel KARL Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Location
Room
Breakfast
Service staff
River
Train station
Bed
Summer
Old town
Restaurant
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, or amazing with a wide variety of options. (59 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 8, 2025
A very nice hotel in an excellent location. Very professional staff.
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 3, 2025
Great location by the river. Quick bus ride from the Lucerne train station.
Rajesh
Rajesh, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 4, 2025
Great location Modern hotel a short walk into the old town
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2025
Very friendly staff, comfortable room overlooking the river, good breakfast.
Yang
Yang, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 2, 2025
Breakfast was amazing
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 1, 2025
Loved the property. It’s beautiful and in a very nice location and close to everything . The staff were super friendly and helped with lot of information. Must stay if you are in this city !!
Shree
Shree, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 29, 2025
Everything was wonderful. Rose at the front desk was welcoming & extremely helpful & kind. Rooms were clean & spacious. Complimentery breakfast was amazing!
Marla
Marla, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 5, 2025
Beautiful stay and beautiful view. Loved this town and the staff was so helpful with any questions we had and gave us lots of good recommendations.
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 3, 2025
KARL is a beautiful boutique hotel very convenient to central Lucerne. Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 24, 2025
While just a bit further walk than most of the hotels in the city center, this hotel was great! Absolutely loved the complimentary breakfast each morning!
JACLYN
JACLYN, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 28, 2025
Service was great, comfortable and clean, included breakfast was fantastic with free cappuccino and prosecco, eggs and croissants etc
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 7, 2025
The hotel is very basic but located conveniently close to old town. The breakfast was very good !
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2025
A adorable hotel . Rooms were very nice and clean . The staff were so very friendly.
The best breakfast daily .
Location was perfect.
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 14, 2025
Great location,
Loved the breakfast and coffee every morning.
The service was very pleasant and very friendly 🇫🇷
Christine
Christine, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
The family room was very spacious for our family of 5. Everything is nearby. The view from room was amazing. Breakfast was good.
Farzana
Farzana, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 26, 2025
Location is good but rooms are small and there is no AC
wasif
wasif, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2025
The staff was absolutely amazing. The room was great for the 3 of us; we had plenty of room. The only problem was leaving the sliding door open for the cool breeze - the bugs seem to find their way
I will stay here again when I am back in Luzern.
Rockie
Rockie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 13, 2025
Excellent rooms, kind and helpful staff. Yummy breakfast.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 16, 2025
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.
Jyotirmaya
Jyotirmaya, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 19, 2025
Room with balcony have a great view. Well situated close to the old part of town. Delicious food. This room with a balcony offers a great view. It’s well-situated, close to the old part of town. The food was delicious.
Linda
Linda, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 7, 2025
Very friennly staff, great tips for the good spots in the city, great breakfast!!
LUIS
LUIS, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 7, 2025
Great to stay
Nice, Cozy, Clean and very friendly
Good to stay
Excellent location
Siyong
Siyong, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 30, 2025
Stay longer next time
Great location, very helpful and friendly
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 3, 2025
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.
jamie
jamie, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 21, 2025
Location Staff cleanliness were excellent
Only downfall is even with ceiling fans and windows open at night ; the room could get warm on hot summer day's and remain so at night.