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Paul A
Chipping Norton, United Kingdom

First trip to Lucerne - 1 night stay.

Review of Hotel Hofgarten
4.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed Sep 3, 2024via mobile
Great location close to lake and a short walk to the old town. Welcoming and helpful staff, everyone very friendly in hotel and restaurant for our fantastic breakfast.
Room very nice but hot - portable air on not particularly good so keep this in mind. We were not too bothered but you might be.
They have converted what is a very old building into a good hotel that we recommend.
Parking worked well by using the valet service, no concerns and on time when we wanted the car back.
Beware, Switzerland is not cheap.
Date of stay: September 2024
Room Tip: Switzerland is expensive! A boat trip on the lake was great for an hour with stunning scenery and...
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Reviewed June 7, 2024

Hotel is close to train station and city. Bus stop is right in front of the hotel.
The girl who checked us in was very friendly and welcoming. She provided good information on our itinerary.
The hotel was good enough to give us an early check in which we appreciate.
Breakfast was good value for money. Staff in the breakfast restaurant was efficient and friendly.
Room was ok but we would have preferred coffee making facility in the room. However upon request they provided us with a kettle.
There are rooms with kitchen facility so make sure you request.

Date of stay: June 2024
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Reviewed May 31, 2024

Fantastic location, just across the bridge from the train station. Out standing staff and rooms. The dining is great, food and service. When we return to Lucerne we will stay at the Hotel Hofgarten again. Sorry we were only here for one night this visit. 5 Star review

Date of stay: May 2024
  • Trip type: Traveled with family
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Reviewed October 7, 2023

Great location - close by the church / cathedral and within easy walking distance of the train station and all the main attractions of this lovely city. Close by to the lake and the steepest the steepest railway in the world, the Pilatus Railway - an awe-inspiring feat of engineering. Very helpful, hospitable and welcoming staff.

Date of stay: August 2023
Trip type: Traveled with family
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Reviewed August 26, 2023

The hotel is small and located outside the center. The room was very basic and terribly warm because no air. They provide a kind of cooling machine super noisy and it is impossible to sleep with it working but leaving the windows open is no real option for the traffic. we paid 400 euro for a terrible night. Never again!

Date of stay: August 2023
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Reviewed June 6, 2023

Quirky hotel. Weird design and not great for handicapped. The bathroom shower was small and had a high.step out. Breakfast was with fresh cooked eggs if not too busy. Breakfast help was the best. Free water bottles

Room tip: Close to everything
Date of stay: May 2023
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