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Our top choices for Lucerne hostels

Front of property

Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern
2.0 star property
Lucerne
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (207 reviews)
"The room had moldy smell, common bathrooms were clean, staffs were well trained and courteous. Breakfast items were fresh and hardy. "
Canada
Indrani
$131 nightly
The price is $142
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total with taxes and fees
Youth Hostel Luzern
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Barabas - Hostel

Barabas - Hostel
3.0 star property
Old Town Lucerne
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (462 reviews)
"Nice staff and good location"
Canada
thanh
$141 nightly
The price is $152
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total with taxes and fees
Barabas - Hostel
Living area

Bellpark Hostel

Bellpark Hostel
1.0 star property
Kriens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (109 reviews)
"Shower room is tiny and hot, but everything was clean and well taken care of. Always nice to have access to a kitchen and fridge, the staff was very nice."
Canada
Jordane
$137 nightly
The price is $143
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total with taxes and fees
Bellpark Hostel
Buffet

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel

Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
2.0 star property
Schwyz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (54 reviews)
"Friendly everybody, clean rooms. I would definitely stay there again if I ever go back to the area. "
United States
Yves
$149 nightly
The price is $160
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total with taxes and fees
Hirschen Schwyz GmbH - Hostel
Living area

Young Backpackers Homestay

Young Backpackers Homestay
1.0 star property
Kriens
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great hostel , clean , organized, good vibes , kind host, amazing views ."
United States
Gavin
$248 nightly
The price is $264
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Young Backpackers Homestay
Restaurant

Youth Hostel Engelberg

Youth Hostel Engelberg
2.0 star property
Engelberg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Very lovely place. Would stay there again. Walkable to everywhere you need to go, nice rooms and food options."
United States
Tyler
$155 nightly
The price is $169
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
Youth Hostel Engelberg
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Youth Hostel Zug

Youth Hostel Zug
2.0 star property
Zug
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (59 reviews)
"Great location within walking distance to the lake and restaurants. Very clean and staff were very friendly."
Ireland
James
$154 nightly
The price is $162
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Total with taxes and fees
Youth Hostel Zug
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Top Lucerne Hotel Reviews

Hotel Alpina

Hotel Alpina

8/10 Good
"In summer you need to have air conditioning. Otherwise if you plan to use fans only, please equip the rooms with stronger fans. The standing fans in the room were pretty useless and we were sweating throughout the 2 nights we stayed there"
Bin Omar 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Alpina

Find out more about Lucerne

Lucerne Hostels information

Number of reviews
732
Accommodation
9 Hostels
Lowest Price
$142
Highest Price
$264

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Lucerne?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for exploring. You can enjoy activities like boating, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Lucerne?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start looking: Barabas - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Chapel Bridge. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Youth Hostel Luzern - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Lucerne?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for Lucerne is 61 inches.
What is there to see and do in Lucerne?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore these things around Lucerne. Get out into nature with places like The Swiss Path, Glacier Garden, and Lake Side Promenade. Cultural attractions include KKL Lucerne, Bourbaki Panorama, and Swiss Transportation Museum. Visit landmarks like Chapel Bridge, Mill Bridge, and Musegg Wall.
What's the best way to get to and around Lucerne while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Lucerne in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), located 30 mi (48.4 km) from the city center. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit during your trip. To see more of the area, take a train from Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station), Lucerne Station, or Luzern Sgv Station.

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