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Reviews of Backpackers Luzern

Alpenquai 42, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland

#17 of 79 hotels in Luzern

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Review score

Based on 1243 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 5 September 2025

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing- it was great

    This was the most quiet place I have ever stayed. Everyone (staff and guests were exceptionally respectful). It was located in a lovely park area by the lake, away from all the craziness in town, but still walking distance from the train station and things to do. We had been awake and traveling for over 25 hours and they let us check in early, so that we could get some sleep. AA++

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    10
    Luzern and Backpackers was a highlight of our European trip!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Budget Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was a bit dark, so maybe one more lamp could have helped, but that was absolutely all!

    We liked the location, the decor (including many comfortable sitting areas and real plants, the friendly staff, and how cleanly and organized everything was at Backpackers Luzern! It was an easy walk or bus ride into the old city and harbor. Also it was quiet at night so we all slept well!

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2025

    10
    Would definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, easy walk to train station, Old Town and near nice beach and swimming access in lake. Staff was awesome!

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 2-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's not very convenient for food. They don't provide the guests with anything, neither for shower nor shampoo. Not even a tea bag! But, the kitchen is clean.

    The place is very clean. The room for 2 was comfortable. It's very close to the lake. It is about 20 minutes' walk to the main railway station/centre l. If you enjoy walking/jogging, it's the right place for you.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    I had a good stay! Will definitely recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Clean, information was provided and clean property. Excellent location!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    8.0
    Goed
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise from the bathrooms

    Comfort

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2025

    10
    Modern and cool hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Probably one of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Clean, good atmosphere. Location is 15 min walk to train station and centre. The design of the hostel was very cool and modern making it a great place to spend a night. Best night sleep I have had so far this trip.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    About 1km walk from centre of Luzern

    Amazing hostel!! Can leave your bags before check in and after check out.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    8.0
    Affordable, clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Budget Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was HOT on the backside. The fan gave some relief. It was a little far from the town by foot, but buses are offered.

    Reasonable. Good kitchen facilities.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing location near the water. The rooms were clean and the lockers were large enough to fit my pack. Bathrooms and showers were clean and private. 10/10 stay for sureeee

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    9.0
    Great facilities and nice rooms, just far from downtown
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is a good walk from downtown, so expect to walk or take the bus. The only annoying thing about this stay was check in being at 5pm.

    Really nice facilities and dorm rooms. Felt very modern and clean.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    À quelques minutes à pied d’un magasin de conveniente, restaurant et de la station de bus/train.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    10
    Best backpackers ever!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Our first backpackers as a couple. Absolutely loved the place. Reception staff were friendly and helpful. Room was cosy and had a fan (essential for summer). Bathrooms were plenty and very clean, n just outside the rooms. Shared kitchens were clean and well organised, ample dining tables and lovely decorations. Lift access was a plus point! Park and lake view just outside the premise was lovely. Not too long a walk to the bus stop, and nice stroll along the lake to town.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great hostel with good facilities

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in 2-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very accommodating to our request for rooms close together. The rooms were big and comfortable with balcony. The kitchens and bathrooms were big and clean. I have stayed here before and would stay again. Fans in the bunks and also charging ports were awesome.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    8.0
    value for the money choice in expensive swiss
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    the hotel is next to the lake and 15mins walk to the train station.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    10
    Beautiful hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The top bunk was a struggle to get into

    The room was great - clean and quiet with good wifi

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    10
    Great hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff could be a bit friendlier No free Parking (15F/ 24h)

    Great rooms and a most comfortable bed! Great kitchen with perfect facilities. Nice lounges for relaxing. Everything was clean. Liked the style a lot.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Locker size in the room was smaller, so couldn't fit my medium check in bag.

    Amazing facility. booked the 4 bed dormitorty, washroom right opposite and always clean. provided and individual small fan as it was hot.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a very good experience. I would like to repeat it. All it was clean and also kitchen is available for cooking

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    8.0
    Two night stay, worked wall for us!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location, check in, shared kitchen facilities

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 August 2025

    10
    Great option for budget travellers.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All areas spotlessly clean, convenient location near a beach and 10 min walk from station.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    10
    Fabulous place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Budget Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we didn't stay longer x

    Loved its location. Staff were super friendly and it was the perfect place for my kids and I to hang out for a couple of nights. Its been our favourite stop so far. We loved how quiet it was at night.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    9.0
    Enjoyed my stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Minor issues: breakfast is not included and there are no fans or AC is any rooms. Popping a window open is not ideal at times. However, they give a USB small fan for each bed, which helped a bit.

    It’s super clean and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The bed is comfy and the kitchen is nicely organized. It’s also a 15 min walk from main train and ferry stations.

    Stayed in August 2025

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