Hotel · Lucerne, Switzerland

Hotel Drei Konige

Hotel Drei Konige

A3.84 / 4.00
124 evaluations from our group leaders & tour directors (2007–2026)
Group leaders: A (21 recent)Tour directors: A (15 recent)
What our travelers say
Hotel Drei Könige earns consistent praise from group leaders and tour directors for two things above almost everything else: its location and its breakfast. The hotel sits within easy walking distance of Lucerne's old town, and that walkability pays real dividends on a group tour — no scrambling for transport to reach the main sights, and nearby supermarkets make it simple to sort packed lunches on the fly. Mornings here tend to be a highlight, with group leaders repeatedly noting a well-stocked spread that sent travelers off into the day on a strong footing. One group even called out the breakfast as among the best of their entire trip. The hotel itself carries the kind of lived-in character you'd expect from a century-old city property — warm atmosphere, genuinely helpful staff, and rooms that are comfortable and well maintained. A few practical realities are worth knowing before you arrive. The building has one small elevator, which accommodates only a couple of passengers at a time, so coordinating group check-in and check-out takes patience and planning — tour directors recommend building in extra time. Sound insulation between rooms is lighter than you'd find in a larger chain hotel, and the lobby and common areas feel intimate rather than spacious. These are the trade-offs for the charm and the price point, and most groups appear to find them entirely manageable. Drei Könige is a natural fit for small to mid-sized student or educational groups who want to feel rooted in a real neighborhood rather than installed in a convention-style property. It rewards groups who are comfortable with a bit of operational flexibility and want to spend their time out exploring Lucerne — which, given the location, is exactly what most travelers end up doing.

What group leaders & tour directors say

ExcellentGroup Leader· April 2026· PAAP
A smaller local hotel with a lovely atmosphere and an unbeatable location. The walkability into town in just a few minutes was a real highlight. Not quite as soundproofed as some larger city hotels, but a genuinely enjoyable stay.
ExcellentGroup Leader· May 2026· BAVP
Staff went above and beyond throughout the stay. The location is ideal—close to the city yet tucked away, with everything walkable. The hotel has charm despite being dated. The lobby and elevator feel small for large groups, but the breakfast spread was fantastic and well stocked.
ExcellentGroup Leader· June 2026· YNJS
Our group loved this hotel. The location was amazing, and the staff were wonderful. The breakfast was excellent, and it stood out as one of the top places everyone agreed they would return to.
ExcellentGroup Leader· June 2026· BAVP
The location is convenient and breakfast was enjoyable. Overall, a solid choice that our group would happily return to.
ExcellentTour Director· May 2026· BAVP
The hotel has only one small elevator, fitting two passengers and two small bags at a time, so extra time is needed when planning group check-in and check-out.
ExcellentTour Director· March 2026· YLC
A great choice in Lucerne, with typical Swiss-style character. The old town is within easy walking distance, and nearby supermarkets make it convenient for picking up picnic lunches.

About this property

<p>Situated in the middle of picturesque Lucerne, the charming Drei Könige hotel offers its guests a cosy and informal atmosphere. The Hotel Drei Könige is a typical city hotel with the charm of a house from the turn of the last century. It has comfortable rooms in the modern style.
  • Address: Bruchstrasse, 35, CH-6003
  • Phone: +41 41 24 80 480
  • Rating: 3 stars
  • Rooms: 60

Where is it?

Bruchstrasse, 35, CH-6003

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