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Hotel des Balances
Weinmarkt (Luzern) 6004

Hotel des Balances
Housed in a former Guild Hall, the Hotel des Balances enjoys a picturesque location on the Reuss river in the heart of Old Lucerne. Wi-Fi is available free of charge. Most rooms offers views of the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church and the Weinmarkt square. The Restaurant La Balance serves excellent French and Swiss cuisine and features a river-side terrace. There is also a casual bistro and a piano bar at the Hotel des Balances. From January to March 2016, guests staying 2 nights or longer receive the free 2-day Winter-Tell-Pass, providing several benefits.
Score from 1170 reviews
Superb 9.1/10
Rooms: 56   calendar  (Search)
Address: Weinmarkt, Luzern 6004  map (Map)

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The hotel facilities and staff were wonderful especially for a romantic getaway for two. The hotel was not too far from the main train station so it was in a convienent location in the center of the action. While the price was expensive by US standards, it was reasonable for Lucrern and Europe in general. I would not hesitate to stay at this hotel again. This has been thoroughly enjoyable - the lovely rooms, the hotel's position in the city, the excellent breakfast, the ever so helpful staff: there is no doubt where we would return to next time we are in Luzern!.
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Hotel des Balances Room information

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Single Room with City View
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CHF 118.15
Elegant room with parquet flooring, a minibar, cable TV and free Wi-Fi. These rooms offer views of the Old Town.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Radio, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Cable TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom

Single Room with River View
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CHF 152.15
Elegant room with parquet flooring, a minibar, cable TV and free Wi-Fi. These rooms offer views of the river.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Radio, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Cable TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom

Double Room with City View
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CHF 300.00
Elegant room with parquet flooring, a minibar, cable TV and free Wi-Fi. These rooms offer views of the Old Town.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Radio, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Cable TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom

Double Room with River View
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CHF 355.00
Rooms with river and Alps views. Many come with a balcony.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Radio, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, Cable TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom

Junior Suite
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CHF 435.00
Spacious junior suites offer river and Alps views. Many come with a balcony.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, TV, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Radio, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, CD Player, Cable TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Balcony

Suite with Whirlpool and River View
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CHF 480.00
This large suite features a spa bath and offers views of the Alps and the river.

Room Facilities:
Work Desk, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Toilet, Telephone, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Safety Deposit Box, Refrigerator, Radio, Minibar, Heating, Hairdryer, Fan, CD Player, Cable TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom

Amenities at Hotel des Balances

Transportation
Secured parking, Public transport tickets, Parking garage, Electric vehicle charging station, Airport Shuttle, Airport pick up, Airport drop off, Accessible parking
Services
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access
Miscellaneous
Non-Smoking Rooms, Heating, Family Rooms, Elevator, Bridal Suite, Allergy-Free Room Available, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking
General
WiFi everywhere, Private parking, Pets Allowed, Parking
Front-desk/reception area services
Valet Parking, Tour Desk, Tickets to attractions or shows, Ticket Service, Safety Deposit Box, Newspapers, Luggage Storage, Currency Exchange, Concierge Service, 24-Hour Front Desk
Food & Drink
Room Service, Restaurant (à la carte), Restaurant, Packed Lunches, Breakfast in the Room, Bottle of water, Bar
Entertainment and children services
Casino
Common areas
Terrace
Cleaning services
Shoe Shine, Laundry, Ironing Service, Dry Cleaning, Daily maid service
Business facilities
Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre
Activities
Hiking, Golf Course (within 3 km)

Food & Drink

A buffet breakfast is served from 07:00 to 11:00. There is also a continental breakfast and an à la carte breakfast menu.

Restaurant Balances:
Our Gault-Millau Award winning Culinary Artist and his crew, anxiously await the opportunity to spoil you at lunch (12:00 to 14:00) or dinner (18:00 to 22:00) with classical French cuisine. Alternatively, let us surprise you with a market-fresh creation inspired by the season.

Terrace:
Where else can you sit back, relax and take in the view of the magnificent Jesuit Church and our infamous wooden Chapel Bridge with its monumental Water Tower all at once?

Bar/Lounge:
At first sight, our beautiful wooden bar (open 07:00 until 00:30) calls to mind the bow of a boat about to set sail. A popular spot any day of the week with an ambience of uncomplicated, casual elegance.

Hotel information details

The Hotel Des Balances is located in a former Guild Hall in the heart of Lucerne's Old Town. The historical building is decorated by attractive facade paintings. Inviting, comfortable rooms offer views of the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church and the Weinmarkt square. The hotel restaurant, Balances, with a beautiful terrace onto the river Reuss, is noted for its fine Swiss cooking: imaginative and market-fresh.

Important information to guests

Please note that advance reservations are recommended for the hotel restaurant.

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Offering a terrace and views of the river, Hotel des Balances is set in Luzern in the Canton of Lucerne Region, 200 metres from Chapel Bridge. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. A TV with cable channels, as well as an iPod docking station are available. Some units include a seating area for your convenience. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. Both free WiFi and private parking are available at this property. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing and hiking. KKL Culture and Convention Centre Lucerne is 500 metres from Hotel des Balances, while Lion Monument is 900 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Zurich Airport, 49 km from the property.

Room information details

Our rooms are individually designed in either classic or contemporary style, with great attention to detail. Many river facing rooms have their own balcony or terrace with wonderful views onto the famous Chappel Bridge and the Swiss Alps.

Travelling information

How to get by car from direction Zurich to our hotel: Lucerne is already marked in Zurich. Follow the green sings (Highway). You pass the towns “Adliswil”, Langnau“ and „Sihlbrugg“. Keep always the direction Lucerne. Take the exit „Luzern Zentrum“. Go onto the right hand most lane after exiting the tunnel. Turn right (marker says “Gütsch”), stay on the right lane. At the traffic light turn right and drive across the bridge “Geissmattbrücke”. Just after the bridge turn right and drive through a small tower which is built across the road (St. Karlistrasse) . Drive along the river until the wooden bridge (left curve in the road, wooden bridge on the right). At the wooden bridge turn right (look for brown hotel markers) and you will come onto a square with a lot of parked cars (Mühlenplatz). Drive across the square. Ignore the no entry signs (you are allowed to drive in as hotel guests) and turn right immediately after the square. Second road left and then onto the Weinmarkt. The HOTEL DES BALANCES is on the right.

Hotel des Balances Policies

Check-in
14:00 - 00:00
Check-out
04:00 - 12:00
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, JCB, Maestro, EC-Card, MasterCard
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
All children are welcome.
All children under 6 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 12 years are charged CHF 35 per night per person for extra beds.
All older children or adults are charged CHF 70 per night per person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Maximum capacity of total guests in a room is 3.
Deposit Policy
No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city/tourist taxes
3.6 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
CHF 3.35 city/tourist tax per person per night is not included.
Internet
Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Continental breakfast costs CHF 17 per person per night.
Buffet breakfast costs CHF 27 per person per night.
Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby and costs CHF 27 per day.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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