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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring. You can enjoy activities like boating, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.

No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start: Barabas - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Chapel Bridge. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. Youth Hostel Luzern - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a restaurant. You’ll find towels and showers in all rooms.

The weather is important when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Lucerne is 1542 mm.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to discover the area around Lucerne. Get out into nature with places such as Mt. Rigi, The Swiss Path and Glacier Garden. Cultural attractions include KKL Lucerne, Swiss Transportation Museum and Rosengart Collection. Visit landmarks such as Chapel Bridge, Mill Bridge and Chateau Guetsch.

Keep this information about transit options in Lucerne in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Zurich Airport (ZRH), located 30 mi (48.4 km) from the city centre. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Lucerne (QLJ-Lucerne Train Station), Lucerne Station or Luzern Sgv Station.