The Jailhotel

Loewengraben 18, Lucerne 6004 Switzerland (CHE)
2 Star Property
47.052748.30461
+1-800-219-2797
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2.5/5

Based on 442 guest reviews

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  • 56 rooms in property
  • 3 floors in property
  • 4 suites in property
  • Check-in: 03:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Group booking rating of 9.0/10

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Local Attractions

Gletschergarden, Lion Monument, Chappell bridge, KKL, Swiss Museum of Transport, Lake Lucerne, City Centre
4.0 out of 5. Based on 6 guest reviews

Property Description

The Jailhotel is located in the heart of Lucerne one minute walk to the beautiful lake and around the corner of the old town. All points of interests in Lucerne can be reached on foot. If you arrive by train the hotel can be reached in 7 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by taxi, which is waiting just outside the train station. To park your car there is a public parking called “Altstadt”, only 5 minutes on foot or you can buy special parking cards for public parking spaces, in the city Lucerne marked white or blue, directly at the reception The former prison was built in 1862 and became the first prison hotel in Switzerland in 1999. Today the hotel accommodates all kinds of national and international guests from young to old, from backpackers to businessmen. All of them want to experience the unique jail feeling and be right in the centre of the city There are 56 cells from the original “Unplugged” to one-of-a-kind suites. All rooms are equipped with private bathrooms with shower except the Unplugged rooms have their private shower across the corridor. The reception is manned 24 hours. The Jailhotel-Team is more than happy to be at your command for any questions or matters. The hotel's rich continental breakfast invites you to have breakfast from Monday to Friday from 7 until 10 and during the weekend from 7 until 11am

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 03:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Year of Last Renovation: 1998
Floors: 3
Rooms: 56
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 56
Handicap Rooms: 0
Suites: 4
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 1
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.2 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.2 Mi
Lounge/Bar Hours: 11PM - 4AM
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
24h before arrival
Nightly Parking: 35
Typical Group Deposit: 50%
Total Taxes: 10.00%
Total Misc Fees: $4.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Parking Fee: 35.00 Per Night

Amenities / Features


  • Central location
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fax available
  • Hairdryer available
  • Central heating
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Shower
  • Elevator

Airport & Shuttle Information

Zürich and Basel are around 1 hour by car or train

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Yes! Pets are allowed.
15.00

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FAQs about The Jailhotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 03:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Jailhotel have?

There are 56 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Jailhotel?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

Testimonials:

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