Hotel Rothaus Luzern & Peruvian Culinary Art in Lucerne
✅ Breakfast described as a self-service buffet with good variety and tasty food ✅ Peruvian restaurant Pikante receives praise for good drinks and friendly service ✅ Close proximity to train station and city center, making walking to historic sites feasible ✅ Clean and tidy rooms noted by several guests ✅ Helpful and accommodating staff highlighted in multiple reviews ✅ Free bike rentals and parking add convenience for guests ❌ Some guests report outdated room facilities including vintage bathtubs, old lighting, and beds ❌ Noise issues due to poor soundproofing and tour groups have been mentioned ❌ Rooms sometimes suffer from poor ventilation and lack of air conditioning ❌ Breakfast availability has been inconsistent with occasional shortages ❌ Reception service described as unfriendly and difficult to access amenities after 8pm ❌ WiFi connection weak in rooms but better near reception ❌ Some guests complained about cramped rooms and uncomfortable beds
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Description
Hotel Rothaus Luzern & Peruvian Culinary Art is a 3-star hotel established in 1838 and renovated in 1985, located in the heart of Lucerne. It offers a variety of room types, including Junior Suites and Family Suites, accommodating different traveler needs. The hotel features a Peruvian restaurant named Pikante, praised for its tasty drinks and authentic cuisine. Guests can enjoy amenities like free bike rentals, free parking, and air conditioning in public areas, although some rooms lack AC and rely on fans. With services such as currency exchange, luggage storage, and a business center, the hotel serves both leisure and business visitors. Although the building’s facilities and décor show their age, it maintains a cleanliness rating of 8/10 and provides 24-hour security. WiFi is free but reportedly slow in rooms and faster at reception. The hotel welcomes pets with prior arrangements and supports guests with disabilities through dedicated facilities.
Location
Situated at Klosterstrasse 4, Hotel Rothaus is approximately a 20-minute walk or three public transport stops from Lucerne’s central train station. It lies close to the historic city center and is near Lake Lucerne, enhancing its appeal for sightseeing. Within 500 meters, guests find the Cold War-era Zivilschutzanlage Sonnenberg shelter, which offers guided tours. Dining options nearby include Restaurant Wirtshaus Taube Luzern (175 meters), Restaurant Opus (248 meters), and Coop Restaurant Luzern (337 meters). The hotel is about 49 km from Zurich Airport (ZRH), making it accessible for international travelers.
Tips
- Expect some rooms to have older furnishings and limited soundproofing, so ask for a room away from tour groups if noise is a concern.
- Bring earplugs for light sleepers.
- Use the free bike rental to explore nearby attractions conveniently.
- To avoid breakfast shortages, try to arrive early for the buffet.
- If you rely on WiFi, plan to spend some time near the reception area where the connection is faster.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: A la carte, Buffet Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are allowed Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats Fee: Contact the property for details
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, AmericanExpress, MasterCard, UnionPay, DinersClub, JSB
- Check in time: 15:00-18:00. Check out time: 07:00-11:00.
Services and facilities
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Reception desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Cable TV
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Vending machine
- Bottled water
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spanish
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Portuguese
- Tour assistance
- Bike rental
- Parking
- Beach/pool towels
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Doctor
- First Aid Kit
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Pets allowed
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Rothaus Luzern & Peruvian Culinary Art
Does Hotel Rothaus Luzern have air conditioning in all rooms?
The hotel provides air conditioning, but some reviews mention that certain rooms lack AC and instead have noisy fans.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Rothaus Luzern?
Pets are allowed at this hotel; types include dogs and cats. Contact the property for details regarding fees.
What types of rooms are available at Hotel Rothaus Luzern?
Room types include Grand Lit Double room, Single room, Double room, Superior Triple room, Superior Double room, Grand Lit Superior Double room, Grand Lit Superior Double room with balcony, Junior Suite, Double Junior Suite, Family Suite, and Premium Family Suite.
Is breakfast included and what is the style of breakfast?
Breakfast is offered as both a la carte and buffet, but additional fees apply and it is not included in the total price.
How close is the hotel to Lucerne train station and local attractions?
The hotel is about a 20-minute walk or three stops by public transport from Lucerne train station and within walking distance to Lake Lucerne and the Cold War-era Zivilschutzanlage Sonnenberg shelter.
