Our family of two parents and one adult son stayed at Barabas for two nights. The hotel is clean and conveniently located. The staff are friendly and helpful. I only marked this down one star because the room is TINY. (It is a former jail cell, after all.) We laughed when we saw the semi-translucent bathroom surround, but really, it’s fine. It lets light through so the room isn’t dark, and you really can’t see through the walls. The hotel also has a section for hostel groups. There is a fascinating history here, and it’s worth a short stay just to be in an interesting piece of local lore. I would not hesitate to stay here again for a short stay.

It was a very interesting idea to experience sleeping in jail but a lot posher than the Inmates‘ experience. The location is perfect, near the train station, near the pier, near shops, a lot of sceneries with just few meters away. Hotel is very clean. Staff are very accommodating and friendly. It’s worth the price.

Barabas Hotel in Luzern is a unique experience which I would highly recommend for family travel. The hotel is very conveniently located near both the commercial district and the train station. As a former prison, you have to manage your expectations in regards to the room - there are bunk beds. Having said that, there is a full bathroom with shower and a wonderful garden for quiet time and contemplation.

I would definitely recommend Barabas Hotel for anyone traveling with a family. It probably isn't the best location for a romantic get-away though - it isn't a four-star hotel, although it is very clean and impressive in its own right.

The staff is helpful and polite.