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Youth Hostel Luzern

2.0 star property
Lucerne hostel with restaurant

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BBQ/picnic area
Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area
In the heart of Lucerne, Youth Hostel Luzern offers a warm welcome with local cuisine for breakfast, a cozy garden, and a lively arcade. Take advantage of bike rentals to explore Chapel Bridge or unwind in the library. With free WiFi and newspapers in the lobby, guests have praised this youth hostel’s convenient location.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Arcade/game room

Room options

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Bed In 6 Beds Dormitory

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Bed In 4 Beds Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed In 20 Beds Male Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Twin Room with Shower and Toilet

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

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Bed In 20 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Standard Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

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Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Sextuple)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 4 bed dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 6 bed dorm)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 20 bed male dorm)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (1 bed in 20 bed female dorm)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Single Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6

Standard Twin Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Interior
ibis budget Luzern City
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,072 reviews
The price is $95
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
ibis budget Luzern City
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About the neighborhood

Map
Sedelstrasse 12, Am Rotsee, Lucerne, 6004

What's nearby

  • Lion Monument - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lucerne Town Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chapel Bridge - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Side Promenade - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Chateau Guetsch - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) - 60 min drive
  • Luzern Sgv Station - 9 min drive
  • Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station) - 24 min walk
  • Lucerne Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Feingut Azzurro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Feingut - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Felsenegg - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Alpineum Kaffehaus & Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kanchi indian cuisine - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Youth Hostel Luzern

Youth Hostel Luzern is a great choice for a stay in Lucerne. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 45 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (4:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • 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
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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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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (CHF 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Arcade/game room
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fee & policy details

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

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal costs CHF 19.50

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Self parking costs CHF 10 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The total amount of stay includes a Youth Hostel Membership per day.
Children younger than age 7 may not stay in dormitories. Children age 2 and younger are included in private rooms when using existing bedding.

Also known as

Youth Hostel Luzern Lucerne
Youth Luzern Lucerne
Youth Luzern
Jugendherberge Luzern Hotel Lucerne
Youth Hostel Luzern Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Youth Hostel Luzern Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lucerne

Frequently asked questions

Does Youth Hostel Luzern offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Youth Hostel Luzern 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 Youth Hostel Luzern?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CHF 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Youth Hostel Luzern?

Yes. Self parking costs CHF 10 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Youth Hostel Luzern?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Youth Hostel Luzern?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino Lucerne (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Youth Hostel Luzern and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Youth Hostel Luzern?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Youth Hostel Luzern like?

Youth Hostel Luzern is a short 15-minute walk from Lion Monument and 15 minutes' walk from Glacier Garden.

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Youth Hostel Luzern Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great, included, and offered a variety of options. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay
Gersome, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice breakfast and good location
Suk Yee Rachel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

ideal base for exploring luzern the bus stop is only 5 mins from the hostel very nice breakfast and staff
Angeline, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay for three nights. Good location either walk from train station or take a bus. Nice breakfast also.
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast option
Bhagwant, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast included and it was great. Location is not centered but still great and easy-to-acess by bus
Mona, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great buffet style breakfast with exceptional options. It was clean and quiet after hours. It attracts more mature individuals and families. Best hostel I've stayed in.
Crystal May, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy parking and breakfast included
Grace, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No ac and we come august so it’s hot!
Irene rina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice option to stay in!

Everything was nice, very clean and comfortable!!!
JAVIER, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It was very hot! Couldn't sleep
Laurie, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Short Review of the Hostel

The late check-in (after 9 PM) was confusing. For late check-in I was asked for my credit card and my passport data even though Hotels.com advises not to give that data. The Hostel was filled with loud kids and there were no towels.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lucerne Youth hostel is Magic! TXXXXXX

Amazing hostel! Everything is the best - staff, bedding, spacious dorms, guests, breakfast & dining room, spot, free bus pass, chill areas - both inside & outside, space, plus more
Cathleen, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

No ac or fan . Room is very small it’s very expensive and no soap. Horrible experience
Madan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The youth hostel is located very well and thats alteady the best thing. The rooms are very small, old and very run-down. The toilet and bathroom/shower are in the hallway. There is only one toilet and one shower for the entire hallway. The breakfast selection was very limited and nothing special. It's simply not enough for such a high price you pay.
Christoph, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Room is small and quite dirty
Gaoming, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable facility
GINA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay with wholesome full breakfast . Very good service .
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff
GINA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is very kind and it was so comfortable to stay :)
MOOSEUNG, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff, good WiFi , parking per day 10chf, breakfast is good,bring your own towel, 3 chf per rent,the room was clean but depends also with your room mate
Geronimo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Nidhi, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice personel and amenities

We travelled as a family, two adults a 2 year old and a dog. The room was simple, with two separate beds but enough space to have also a luggage. The breakfast was included and it was pretty standar, but always nice to have. Personel was extremely nice, above all with my daughter. I loved the common rooms, there was one with sofas and books/toys and it was super convenient as there was a storm outside and we needed to have some entertainment. The only issue we had, but was expected, was the other guests. We go to bed pretty early (9 pm) and there was a group of teenagers that thought it was a good idea to run up and down the stairs and scream to each other. They eventually stopped around 11 pm. So bring some earplugs if you are a light sleeper (like me, my husband and daughter were snoring regardless).
Francesca, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Affordable accommodation in Lucerne, about 3 km from the city center. Around 10 minutes by bus plus a short walk, or a 30-minute walk to town. The visitor card and included breakfast were nice extras. Reception was open until 9 PM, and quiet hours were supposed to start at 10:30 PM, but unfortunately, guests were noisy and shouting throughout the night. Otherwise private room was good enough for 2 people. Lift is not available so carrying big bags can be a problem too.
Anuj, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Luzern Youth Hostel was very clean, quiet and comfortable. Breakfast was really good as well. Best of all I had the room to myself, which was unexpected as it was a dormitory. If I could be guaranteed that I would stay in hostels always. The one downside is having to pay extra for a towel
1-night trip