There are several reasons why the word charming is used as an apt description of the DES BALANCES. Chief among them is the hotel's picturesque location on the River Reuss in the heart of Old Lucerne. The hotel's 12th century veneer is framed by iron fronted balconies that wind down to a riverside cafe. Inside, the decorative interior includes the Gourmet Restaurant La Vague, casual Bistro, Piano Bar and an array of intimate meeting rooms ideal for seminars. The 60 guest rooms are attractively furnished.
Hotel Facilities
General
24-Hour Front Desk,
Bar,
Elevator,
Heating,
Luggage Storage,
Newspapers,
Non-Smoking Rooms,
Parking,
Pets Allowed,
Restaurant,
Safety Deposit Box,
Terrace,
Valet Parking.
Activities
Casino,
Golf Course (within 3 km),
Hiking.
Services
Breakfast in the Room,
Bridal Suite,
Currency Exchange,
Dry Cleaning,
Fax/Photocopying,
Internet Services,
Ironing Service,
Laundry,
Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
Packed Lunches,
Room Service,
Shoe Shine,
Ticket Service,
Tour Desk,
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
You must check out by 11:30 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
3.6 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
CHF 2.90 city/tourist tax per person per night is not included.
Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby and costs CHF 27.00 per day.
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Internet
Wireless Internet Hotspot is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome.
All children under 6 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 12 years are charged CHF 35.00 per night and person for extra beds.
All older children or adults are charged CHF 70.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Maximum capacity of total guests in a room is 3.
Payment - We accept
Visa,
Master Card,
American Express,
Diners Card,
JCB.
Important Information
As the hotel restaurant is very popular, please reserve a table in advance. Thank you.
Room information
Our rooms are individually designed in either classic or contemporary style, with great attention to detail. Many river facing rooms have their own balcony or terrace with wonderful views onto the famous Chappel Bridge and the Swiss Alps.
A buffet breakfast is served from 07:00 to 11:00. There is also a continental breakfast and an à la carte breakfast menu.
Restaurant Balances:
Our Gault-Millau Award winning Culinary Artist and his crew, anxiously await the opportunity to spoil you at lunch (12:00 to 14:00) or dinner (18:00 to 22:00) with classical French cuisine. Alternatively, let us surprise you with a market-fresh creation inspired by the season.
Terrace:
Where else can you sit back, relax and take in the view of the magnificent Jesuit Church and our infamous wooden Chapel Bridge with its monumental Water Tower all at once?
Bar/Lounge:
At first sight, our beautiful wooden bar (open 07:00 until 00:30) calls to mind the bow of a boat about to set sail. A popular spot any day of the week with an ambience of uncomplicated, casual elegance.