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Grand Hotel National Luzern

Haldenstrasse 4
Rated 8.6 in 572 reviews

The Grand Hotel National Luzern is an esteemed establishment located on the picturesque shores of Lake Lucerne in the heart of Switzerland. This luxurious hotel seamlessly blends traditional elegance with modern amenities, offering guests a splendid setting with panoramic views of the lake and surrounding Alpine landscape. The architectural grandeur of the hotel, which dates back to the late 19th century, showcases a rich history intertwined with Swiss hospitality.

Guests at the Grand Hotel National Luzern can enjoy a variety of dining options within its opulent confines, including sophisticated restaurants offering a range of international and local cuisines. Each dining venue provides a unique atmosphere, from classic elegance to contemporary chic, all designed to complement the exquisite culinary offerings.

The hotel’s beautifully appointed accommodations are designed with a classical style that harmonizes with the property's historic charm, while incorporating modern conveniences to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests can avail themselves of numerous amenities, including a wellness spa, indoor swimming pool, and fitness facilities, ideal for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Located within walking distance of Luzern's vibrant cultural and shopping districts, the Grand Hotel National Luzern provides an excellent base for exploring the city's attractions, such as the Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, and the Swiss Museum of Transport. With its strategic location, rich history, and unyielding dedication to quality service, the Grand Hotel National Luzern stands out as a premier destination for both leisure and business travelers seeking an exceptional Swiss experience.

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Climate and Weather

January
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February
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March
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April
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Michelin Restaurants in Luzern and near Grand Hotel National Luzern

Swiss Museum of Transport
Swiss Museum of Transport
Museum in Lucerne, Switzerland
1.5km / 0.9mi
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre
Cultural center
0.5km / 0.32mi
Kunstmuseum Luzern
Kunstmuseum Luzern
Art museum and museum collection in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.6km / 0.36mi
Chapel Bridge
Chapel Bridge
Bridge in Switzerland
0.6km / 0.4mi
Church of St. Leodegar
Church of St. Leodegar
Church in Lucerne (CH)
120m / 140yd
Richard-Wagner-Museum
Richard-Wagner-Museum
Museum in Tribschen, Luzern, Switzerland
1.7km / 1.1mi
Lion Monument
Lion Monument
Sculpture by Bertel Thorvaldsen in Lucerne (CH)
0.5km / 0.34mi
Sonnenberg Tunnel
Sonnenberg Tunnel
Swiss tunnel and fallout shelter
1.7km / 1.1mi
Bourbaki-Panorama
Bourbaki-Panorama
Museum in Lucerne (Switzerland)
410m / 450yd
Jesuit Church, Lucerne
Jesuit Church, Lucerne
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.9km / 0.57mi
Historical Museum (collection)
Historical Museum (collection)
Museum collection in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.1km / 0.71mi
Rosengart Collection
Rosengart Collection
Museum in Lucerne based on Galerie Rosengart (Switzerland)
0.9km / 0.54mi
Glacier garden
Glacier garden
Geopark in Lucerne (Switzerland)
0.6km / 0.35mi
Franciscan Church, Lucerne
Franciscan Church, Lucerne
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.1km / 0.66mi
St. Paul's Church
St. Paul's Church
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.7km / 1.1mi
St. Karl
St. Karl
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.8km / 1.1mi
Natur-Museum Luzern
Natur-Museum Luzern
Museum in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.2km / 0.73mi
Town Hall
Town Hall
Administration building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.8km / 0.49mi
Kapuzinerkloster auf dem Wesemlin
Kapuzinerkloster auf dem Wesemlin
0.7km / 0.45mi
Wasserturm
Wasserturm
Historical tower connected to Kapellbrücke, a wooden bridge across the Reuss River in Lucerne (Switzerland)
0.8km / 0.47mi
Chapel St. Peter
Chapel St. Peter
Roman catholic chapel building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.6km / 0.39mi
St. Matthew's Church
St. Matthew's Church
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
480m / 0.3mi
Alpineum
Alpineum
Museum building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.5km / 0.33mi
Dreilindenpark
Dreilindenpark
Urban park
0.7km / 0.45mi
Haus Zurgilgen
Haus Zurgilgen
Patrician palace in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.6km / 0.38mi
Alter Friedhof
Cemetery
180m / 200yd
Wachtturm
1km / 0.59mi
Luegislandturm
Part of Museggmauer (city wall) in Lucerne (CH)
1km / 0.64mi
Spreuerbrücke
Spreuerbrücke
Chapel
1.1km / 0.71mi
Nölliturm
Nölliturm
Part of Museggmauer (city wall) in Lucerne (CH)
1.2km / 0.77mi
Schlössli Schönegg
Schlössli Schönegg
1.5km / 0.92mi
Former National Bank Building
Former National Bank Building
0.8km / 0.52mi
Europaplatz
Europaplatz
Square in Lucerne, Switzerland
460m / 0.29mi
Hünenberg manor
Hünenberg manor
1.4km / 0.86mi
Auguste Piccard
Auguste Piccard
First passenger submarine
1.6km / 1mi
Old Chapel of St. Charles
Old Chapel of St. Charles
Chapel building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.7km / 1.1mi
Lukaskirche
Church building in Lucerne, Switzerland
0.9km / 0.57mi
Vögeligärtli
Vögeligärtli
Park in Lucerne (Switzerland)
0.9km / 0.54mi
Mariahilfkirche Luzern
Mariahilfkirche Luzern
0.7km / 0.43mi
Pulverturm
0.7km / 0.43mi
Allenwindenturm
0.6km / 0.39mi
Der MaiHof
Church building in Lucerne, Switzerland
1.1km / 0.66mi
Dächliturm
0.5km / 0.32mi
Altes Bahnhofstor
Altes Bahnhofstor
0.6km / 0.38mi
St. Michael
Church building in Lucerne, Switzerland
1.9km / 1.2mi

What to do in Luzern and near Grand Hotel National Luzern

Swiss Museum of Transport
Swiss Museum of Transport
Museum in Lucerne, Switzerland
1.5km / 0.9mi
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre
Cultural center
0.5km / 0.32mi
Kunstmuseum Luzern
Kunstmuseum Luzern
Art museum and museum collection in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.6km / 0.36mi
Chapel Bridge
Chapel Bridge
Bridge in Switzerland
0.6km / 0.4mi
Church of St. Leodegar
Church of St. Leodegar
Church in Lucerne (CH)
120m / 140yd
Richard-Wagner-Museum
Richard-Wagner-Museum
Museum in Tribschen, Luzern, Switzerland
1.7km / 1.1mi
Lion Monument
Lion Monument
Sculpture by Bertel Thorvaldsen in Lucerne (CH)
0.5km / 0.34mi
Sonnenberg Tunnel
Sonnenberg Tunnel
Swiss tunnel and fallout shelter
1.7km / 1.1mi
Bourbaki-Panorama
Bourbaki-Panorama
Museum in Lucerne (Switzerland)
410m / 450yd
Jesuit Church, Lucerne
Jesuit Church, Lucerne
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.9km / 0.57mi
Historical Museum (collection)
Historical Museum (collection)
Museum collection in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.1km / 0.71mi
Rosengart Collection
Rosengart Collection
Museum in Lucerne based on Galerie Rosengart (Switzerland)
0.9km / 0.54mi
Glacier garden
Glacier garden
Geopark in Lucerne (Switzerland)
0.6km / 0.35mi
Franciscan Church, Lucerne
Franciscan Church, Lucerne
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.1km / 0.66mi
St. Paul's Church
St. Paul's Church
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.7km / 1.1mi
St. Karl
St. Karl
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.8km / 1.1mi
Natur-Museum Luzern
Natur-Museum Luzern
Museum in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
1.2km / 0.73mi
Town Hall
Town Hall
Administration building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.8km / 0.49mi
Kapuzinerkloster auf dem Wesemlin
Kapuzinerkloster auf dem Wesemlin
0.7km / 0.45mi
Wasserturm
Wasserturm
Historical tower connected to Kapellbrücke, a wooden bridge across the Reuss River in Lucerne (Switzerland)
0.8km / 0.47mi
Chapel St. Peter
Chapel St. Peter
Roman catholic chapel building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.6km / 0.39mi
St. Matthew's Church
St. Matthew's Church
Church building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
480m / 0.3mi
Alpineum
Alpineum
Museum building in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.5km / 0.33mi
Dreilindenpark
Dreilindenpark
Urban park
0.7km / 0.45mi
Haus Zurgilgen
Haus Zurgilgen
Patrician palace in the city of Lucerne, Switzerland
0.6km / 0.38mi
Alter Friedhof
Cemetery
180m / 200yd
Wachtturm
1km / 0.59mi
Luegislandturm
Part of Museggmauer (city wall) in Lucerne (CH)
1km / 0.64mi
Spreuerbrücke
Spreuerbrücke
Chapel
1.1km / 0.71mi
Nölliturm
Nölliturm
Part of Museggmauer (city wall) in Lucerne (CH)
1.2km / 0.77mi

About Luzern

Luzern, Switzerland, offers a blend of natural beauty and rich history. One of the most iconic landmarks is the Chapel Bridge, a wooden bridge adorned with paintings that reflect the city's past. Strolling along this bridge provides a picturesque view of the lake and mountains.

Another must-visit is the Lion Monument, which commemorates Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution. The sculpture is both poignant and intricately carved, capturing the essence of loyalty and bravery.

For those interested in art and culture, the Rosengart Collection showcases works by Picasso and other modern artists. This small museum offers an intimate setting to appreciate significant pieces without the crowds.

The Old Town is a charming area filled with colorful buildings, shops, and cafés. Walking through its cobblestone streets allows visitors to soak in the atmosphere and admire the well-preserved architecture.

A boat trip on Lake Lucerne provides an opportunity to experience the stunning landscape surrounding the city. The views of the mountains, particularly the Pilatus and Rigi, are breathtaking and can be appreciated from the water.

For those who enjoy hiking, the nearby mountains offer a variety of trails. Taking the cogwheel train or gondola up to Mount Pilatus or Mount Rigi allows visitors to enjoy panoramic views and explore nature.

In the warmer months, Luzern's parks provide a tranquil space for relaxation. The lakeside promenade is perfect for a leisurely walk or a picnic, with picturesque views of the water and surrounding peaks.

Finally, the Culture and Congress Centre (KKL) is notable for its architecture and hosts various concerts and events throughout the year. This venue is worth exploring for those interested in music and performing arts.

Overall, Luzern provides a mix of historical significance, cultural experiences, and natural beauty, making it a rewarding destination for visitors.




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