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5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed Nov 6, 2024
Visited Luzern for 2 nights and Hotel Des Balances was recommended to us by our neighbor. And what a recommendation. Upon arrival, we were offered an upgrade to a suite (although the pricing was not clear as she offered a price, when in fact it was a price per night), but wasn't going to quibble as the room was great. Hotel is in a great location. Staff is super friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Drinks at the bar were excellent as was Patrick (Bartender). Had a fabulous dinner. Only other comment was, felt obligated to tip as when we paid for dinner, the server sat there and waitied for me to input something. I was not aware there was the option as most places in Europe do not even ask, so...a little presumptuous, but overall service and facility were wonderful. Highly recommend.
Date of stay: November 2024
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We are very pleased to read your review and to learn that you had a pleasant stay with us. We strive to create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for all our guests and it is nice to know that we have succeeded in doing so. We also highly appreciate your feedback as it helps us to better understand our guests' needs and improve their experience in the future. We thank you again for communicating your experience and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
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Reviewed November 5, 2024

This is a beautiful hotel in a perfect location. It sits right along the river in Old Town Lucerne. It is walking distance to the shops, restaurants and sights. It is also walking distance to the train station and bus line.

Date of stay: November 2024
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Raquel Mesa, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel des Balances, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thank you for taking the time to write this beautiful review. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience here at Hotel Des Balances. It is our aim to make all our guests feel special from the moment they arrive and we are delighted that this was the case for you. We thank you for your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon.

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Reviewed November 2, 2024

Beautiful boutique hotel with an amazing bar, great restaurant, perfect service (every little detail is thought of in advance). Real luxury and style with a great location and good value for money.

Date of stay: October 2024
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Raquel Mesa, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel des Balances, responded to this reviewResponded November 3, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to give us such positive feedback. We are very honored to hear that you enjoyed our property and our staff during your short stay with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Our team works hard to ensure that our guests have an enjoyable experience and your positive review is a testament to their hard work. Thank you again for your kind words; we truly appreciate it.

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Reviewed November 2, 2024

I've stayed here many times. It's consistently pleasing. (But if you have a car to park--you're in trouble.). Excellent food and service.

Date of stay: October 2024
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Raquel Mesa, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel des Balances, responded to this reviewResponded November 7, 2024

We thank you very much for your very good review and for your kind comments. It is a pleasure to hear that you also enjoyed this stay with us. Come visit us soon again, we look forward to it!

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Reviewed November 1, 2024

We loved our stay at Hotel des Balances! The location couldn't be better—right in the heart of Luzern's charming and vibrant old town. From the moment we arrived, the staff’s warm energy and friendliness made us feel at home. Everyone we encountered was genuinely helpful and upbeat, setting the tone for a great experience.

As a family of four with two teenagers, we opted for two rooms—a suite and a standard double. The suite was spacious, perfect for our family headquarters where we gathered to plan each day’s adventures. Although the standard double was a bit compact (space lovers might find it too cozy), the suite more than made up for it, and my spouse and I enjoyed the luxury of its ample space. The rooms stayed comfortably cool despite clear skies and hot temperatures, in contrast to some other reviews.

Had we booked two smaller rooms, we could have easily made use of the hotel's beautiful parlor just off the reception area. We enjoyed relaxing there in between activities—the room is bright, inviting, and has a lovely balcony overlooking the river and the restaurant below.

Speaking of the restaurant, it was fantastic! Brunch was especially memorable, with a delicious selection that left us looking forward to each morning.

In short, our experience at Hotel des Balances was exceptional, and I’d happily return in a heartbeat. Highly recommended!

Date of stay: July 2024
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Raquel Mesa, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel des Balances, responded to this reviewResponded November 7, 2024

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave an honest feedback and such a good review of our hotel. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us, especially the great location and the good food at our hotel. We strive to provide a pleasant and comfortable experience for our guests and are pleased to have achieved this goal. Our team members are committed to providing excellent service and it is gratifying to hear that their efforts are appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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Reviewed October 21, 2024

Fantastic location, very friendly staff, well maintained facilities, good breakfast spread (with some great croissants), and comfortable rooms. What more can a traveler ask for?

Date of stay: October 2024
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Raquel Mesa, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel des Balances, responded to this reviewResponded October 22, 2024

Thank you very much for your kind words and feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that the breakfast and the great view were very much to your liking. Our team strives to create a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for all our guests and it is nice to know that we succeeded. We look forward to having you as our guest again soon!

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