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About the Hotel

St. Karliquai 12, Lucerne, Switzerland, 6004
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Close to Old Town Lucerne
Great
8.7
9.3
/10
3.7
4.4
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Rooms with Amenities

Boutique Hotel Karl is located in Old Town Lucerne, near shops and cafes. Renovated rooms on the riverside front feature a flat-screen TV and a balcony with panoramic views of the river and mountains. Double beds have two separate mattresses. Other renovated rooms include modern furnishings and parquet floors. Select rooms offer views of the river and mountains. All rooms have heating, tea and coffee facilities, cookware, kitchen utensils, and an electric kettle. The double room provides a coffee machine, a safe deposit box, and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious quadruple room offers a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, a balcony with city views, and a private bathroom with a shower. The unit has two beds. The triple room provides a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, a balcony with mountain views, and a private bathroom with a shower. The unit offers two beds. The family room features a kitchenette with a refrigerator, kitchenware, and a microwave. It also includes a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, a balcony with mountain views, and a private bathroom with a shower. The unit offers four beds.

Dining

Onsite restaurants are available.

Location Highlights

The Tourist City & River Hotel Luzern is in Lucerne's Old Town, between the Reuss River and the Musegg Wall. The hotel is situated 500 metres from Chapel Bridge and near a train station. Nearby landmarks include Chapel Bridge (0.5 km), Lake Lucerne (1 km), Old Town Lucerne (0.5 km), Historisches Museum Luzern (0.3 km), Spreuer Bridge (0.3 km), Jesuit Church (0.5 km), Nadelwehr Luzern (0.5 km), Museggmauer (0.5 km), and Bourbaki Panorama (1 km).

Things to Do

Boat tours provide opportunities to explore the surrounding water. Guests wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Entlebuch Biosphere and Lake Side Promenade. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for sightseeing.

Hotel Services

The Tourist City & River Hotel provides free WiFi throughout the entire building, luggage storage space, and private parking available on request. Public parking is available right in front of the building. A rich breakfast buffet is served every morning with coffee, tea, hot and cold milk, hot chocolate, orange juice, white and multi-grain bread, butter, jams, sausages, cheese, Müsli, and cornflakes with fruit yoghurt. Amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. The reception is open daily between 08:00 and 20:00. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. The Tourist City & River Hotel is managed by a professional host. One child under 6 years stay free.

“In my opinion, what sets this Lucerne hotel apart is its devotion to personalized service and a genuine family-friendly atmosphere. The location is superb for accessing the Old Town, and I particularly appreciate the thoughtful extras like the included travel cards. Balconies with river views, though not ubiquitous, provide a lovely perspective on the city.”
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Triple Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Quadruple Room River Mountain View
2 persons
540 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Single Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

St. Karliquai 12, Lucerne, Switzerland, 6004
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St. Karliquai 12, Lucerne, Switzerland, 6004
Nearby
Bridge
Spreuer Bridge
900 ft
Bahnhofstrasse 11a
Jesuit Church
1800 ft
Church
Franciscan Church
1800 ft
Museum
Natur-Museum Luzern
500 ft
LucerneSwitzerland
Old Town Lucerne
1500 ft
6004 Lucerne
Museggmauer
1400 ft
Museum
Historisches Museum Luzern
600 ft
Reusssteg 1
Nadelwehr Luzern
1100 ft
Public Building
Town Hall
1400 ft
Kanonenstrasse
LA Collection'Air Art Park at Chateau Guetsch in Lucerne
1600 ft
Museggmauer
The Nine Towers
1600 ft
Square
Kornmarkt
1300 ft
Kapellpl. 1a
Saint Peters Church
2000 ft
Square
Muhlenplatz
700 ft
Restaurants
Cafe Bar Lokal
1200 ft
Pfistergasse 24
Shanghai Asiatische Waren AG
1500 ft
Hirschengraben 43 Restaurant Haupteingang durch Bruchstrasse
MeiXin Restaurant
1200 ft
Roessligasse 2
Manor Restaurant Manora
1700 ft
Weggisgasse 5 Top Floor
Pastarazzi Spezialitaten & Take Away
2100 ft
Hirschengraben 13
Best Pizza Kurier
2200 ft
Baselstrasse 56 Luzern
The Queen Camellia Tea Room
2000 ft
Hans-Holbein-Gasse 4
Tandoori Indian Take-Away Hallwilerweg
2400 ft
Hallwilerweg 16
Explore Lucerne
Explore Lucerne
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Chapel Bridge
9 minutes' walk
Famous wooden bridge dating back to the 14th century, adorned with paintings and providing scenic views of the Reuss River.
Lion Monument
13 minutes' walk
Impressive sculpture commemorating Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution, featuring a poignant lion carved into rock.
Lake Lucerne
11 minutes' walk
Picturesque lake surrounded by mountains offering boat trips and beautiful walking paths along its shores.
The Rosengart Collection
10 minutes' walk
Art museum exhibiting works by Picasso and other renowned artists, set in a charming space perfect for art lovers.
Hiking on Pilatus
30 minutes' drive
Thrilling hiking trails with stunning panoramic views accessible via a short drive; ideal for adventure seekers.
Spa Day at Hotel des Balances
15 minutes' walk
Relaxing spa offers massages and wellness treatments, perfect for unwinding after a busy day of exploring.
Cafe Bar Lokal
5 minutes' walk
Trendy café with a relaxed atmosphere, serving local dishes and delicious coffees; perfect for casual dining.
MeiXin Restaurant
5 minutes' walk
Casual eatery specializing in authentic Chinese cuisine, known for its dumplings and flavorful stir-fried dishes.
Bourbaki Panorama
13 minutes' walk
Cultural venue showcasing a massive 19th-century panoramic painting, offering unique historical insights.
Swiss Museum of Transport
8 minutes' drive
Interactive museum featuring exhibits on transport history; enjoyable for families with kids of all ages.
Getting around
City Centre
Lucerne10 min  ·  2700 ft
Airports
Kloten Airport (ZRH)101 min  ·  41.5 mi
Belp Airport (BRN)185 min  ·  76.4 mi
Train
Lucerne Station10 min  ·  2700 ft
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-21:30
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at CHF 30 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Boutique Karl serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian
Year renovated:
2006
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
34
Former name
the tourist city & river hotel luzern

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