Art Deco Hotel Montana

Art Deco Hotel Montana crowns a hillside above Lucerne, reached by its own private funicular that whisks guests up from the lakefront in under a minute, delivering sweeping panoramas over Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains. The hotel is a genuine 1910s Art Deco landmark, restored to showcase its original period details, with interiors that lean into the era's geometric elegance rather than a generic luxury template — a distinctive contrast to Lucerne's more conventional five-star options. The 62 rooms and suites are individually decorated in 1920s style, many with private balconies framing the lake and Pilatus views. Dining centers on the hotel's restaurant and bar, which along with the terrace is regarded as one of the best sunset spots in the city, drawing non-guests for drinks and views alone. The wellness offering includes a spa, an outdoor pool, and a tennis court — a rare combination in central Lucerne. Service is polished and attentive, geared toward guests seeking a quieter, more exclusive base above the city rather than being immersed in the Old Town crowds, with the funicular keeping the center easily accessible despite the hillside setting. The combination of period architecture, panoramic views, and a genuine wellness offering makes it one of the more distinctive luxury stays in central Switzerland rather than a standard international five-star.