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Barabas - Hostel

3.0 star property
Travelers find a cultural crossroads in Old Town Lucerne where a former prison has transformed into a vibrant hostel with Swiss-Japanese character

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Barabas - Hostel in Old Town Lucerne blends Swiss hospitality with Japanese design. Visitors can unwind on the terrace, stroll through the Japanese garden, or enjoy billiards and arcade games. The staff consistently earns praise for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 538
AED 581 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CHF 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 2.40 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CHF 13 for adults and CHF 13 for children
  • Pet fee: CHF 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit 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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Barabas - Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of CHF 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Barabas - Hostel?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barabas - Hostel on 7 June 2026 start from AED 538, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Barabas - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Barabas - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Barabas - Hostel located?

Located in Old Town Lucerne, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Mill Bridge and Chapel Bridge. Lucerne Town Hall and Rosengart Collection are just steps away. Lucerne Station is 9 minutes by foot and Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station) is 9 minutes.

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

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 439 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Jatinder

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average property with clean enough room.ok for solo travellers.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Staff/ Great Place to Stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, central location. Perfect for any type of traveling - youth groups, families, solo... Great hotel for a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Landon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for two people! Easy to check into and close to all the major attractions in Lucerne.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of Lucerne with everything very close by. Very helpful front desk staff and super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Xiaohong

Liked: Amenities
Staff are very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Hsiu-Ying

Clean room / basic Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Denny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a fun idea of staying in prison, it is barebones but clean with a really good breakfast. I would recommend Barabas to anyone in Lucerne.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yanin

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

Great location, comfy bed

The location is great, walking distance to all main attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was very good and they helped us with everything we needed. We would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom were spacious and clean. Bed and pillows were very comfy. Staff was very helpful and kind. Breakfast was ok. The hotel is very well situated. Shops and restaurants are close by and short walking distance from the train station
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff. Room, shared bathroom and building in general very clean. Excellent breakfast buffet. Looking forward to my next stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yinglan

It’s good location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast seemed nice but I did not take advantage because I had an early train this hotel is right in the middle of the old city, very close to everything you want to see also plenty of restaurants bars and shops, the rooms are a bit small for 4 people but manageable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very good location near train station, attractions and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sriram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, historic location and concenuent access to train station.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alessandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay! Friendly and informative staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and location for the price. Rooms are small but you know that going into it. Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was in good location. Beds lacked privacy. Everything else was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable option in a convenient location in the old town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique stopover in Lucerne. Whole family loved their night in prison. Friendly staff. Very clean. Fantastic location. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved this hotel. It has really nice rooms and had AC and the staff was really nice. We also tried their restaurant which was really good. Breakfast was good. We stayed in the Japanese style rooms. If I come back to Switzerland I will stay here the whole time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly unique hotel experience! Great staff and in a perfect location to experience Luzerne!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024