
Stunning Lake Lucerne curls in and around alpine peaks and is dotted with pretty lakeside towns. As well as being spectacularly beautiful, and at times serene, at times dramatic, and at times bursting with life, Lake Lucerne is an amazing place for an adventure. Sure, you’re close to lovely Lucerne, but there are still plenty of demanding local peaks to summit, pistes to traverse and the lake’s coastline to explore. Or you could just come here to relax. Many of our recommendations for the best hotels on Lake Lucerne allow for both of these types of breaks, but we’ve broken them up into types of hotel rather than location to make it easier to see which one suits you best. Whether you are planning a family getaway, a luxury break or a couples' escape — there is something to suit most trips here. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next getaway?
For luxury

- Park Hotel is a palatial five-star hotel romantically situated in Vitznau, on the shores of Lake Lucerne with a backdrop of the beautiful Alps. Glamorous rooms offer picture-perfect views. Boasting top-quality spa facilities and an infinity pool. An indulgent choice.
- Expect luxury to beat all luxury at Burgenstock Hotel and Alpine Spa. Rooms and suites are everything you would expect (and more) with plenty of space, all the latest mod-cons and indulgent bathrooms. Wellness is taken seriously here with no less than two spas and special 'spa suites' too.
For the views

- Villa Honegg was built in the early 20th century as a five-star retreat and offers incredible panoramic views of the lake and the mountains. There are just 23 rooms and suites, an award-winning restaurant, and in 2011 they added a superb spa.
- Beau Rivage in Weggis is a welcoming hotel with a gorgeous terrace overlooking the lake and a superb seafood menu. If you’re looking for somewhere peaceful and friendly then this hotel, with its 39 rooms, heated pool and steam room, is a good choice.
- Art Deco Hotel Montana boasts wonderful views of the city and the lake beyond, from its position on a hilltop in Lucerne. It also offers 66 chic, comfortable rooms, decorated in the promised Art Deco style — some with balconies — and an award winning-restaurant and popular bar.
- Campus Hotel Hertenstein is a modern four star hotel on Hertenstein peninsula — the loveliest part of Lake Lucerne. Expect breathtaking lake, forest and mountain views. With a private beach, boats and activities to suit all ages, this is as suitable for couples as it is for families.
For couples

- Grand Hotel National in Lucerne is a wonderfully glamorous institution directly overlooking the lake. There are 41 opulent rooms, decorated to the nines with antiques, plus views across the lake and into the mountains. There’s also a dining experience for every occasion, from casual to fine.
- Chateâu Gutsch is a renovated 19th-century castle on the outskirts of Lucerne with 27 rooms decked out with four-poster beds, Swiss artworks and bold fabrics. Some of them also have private terraces with stunning views of the city and the lake beyond it.
- Hotel Vitznauerhof is a striking looking property in an incredible location in Vitznau, framed by the Alps and overlooking the lake. There are 53 elegant rooms, a fabulous seafood restaurant with a stunning terrace and an air of peace and romance.
For Lucerne

- Hotel Schweizerhof is perfect for a luxurious Lucerne city break. Right on the lake-side, it's just a short stroll from the centre of town. All rooms are individually decorated, there are two restaurants to choose from and a lovely spa.
- The Hotel is a small but strikingly modern hotel in central Lucerne. Designed (by award-winning French architect, Jean Nouvel) to be a fashionable yet comfortable space, the facilities are excellent and the location is ideal.
- Hotel Wilden Mann is a historic property with charming, classic décor in the heart of Lucerne. Individually styled rooms are dressed in keeping with the building's legacy. Traditional cuisine is served in equally traditional surroundings. A leading city hotel.
For good value

- Boutique Hotel Schlussel in Beckenried has been created from a house built in 1727. The hotel has 12 surprisingly modern and stylish rooms, plus a gourmet restaurant specialising in local produce. Pretty, trendy and rural.
- Hotel Central Am See is a large, white townhouse in a beautiful lakeside position with 32 individually styled rooms — all with parquet flooring and private balconies. There’s an elegant conservatory restaurant and an idyllic terrace with an infinity pool.
Still not sure where to book?