Hotel Barabas Lucerne (Lucerne, Switzerland)

As Switzerland's first jailhouse hotel, Hotel Barabas Lucerne was built in 1862 and was used a Lucerne's central prison. The property is located in the Old Town within walking distance of plenty bars and restaurants. Non-smoking accommodation includes private bathrooms with showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can request hair dryers if they require one. The Hotel Barabas Lucerne features a 24-hour reception and multi-lingual staff, a cosy inner courtyard, and guests can access the “prison” library. The common area is home to a screen which shows big sporting events as well as a foosball table, pool table and dartboard. There is a continental breakfast available daily in the restaurant for a small fee. The onsite Japanese restaurant, Izakaya Nozomi, serves a variety of dishes including bento boxes. The property is less than an hour from Zurich International Airport and attractions such as Lake Lucerne and Mount Pilatus can be reached in 40 minutes by car.