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3-star hotels in Pfaffenthal
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Pfaffenthal, a tiny village in Luxembourg's Alzette gorge. It suits couples, families and workers who want a quiet base with a free lift up to Ville Haute and a 3-minute train to Kirchberg.
Staying in Pfaffenthal
Pfaffenthal is residential and quiet after 8pm, with a single decent restaurant and a bakery on Rue Laurent Menager. The Bock promontory and the Corniche rise above the village, and the panoramic lift connects the gorge floor to Plateau du Saint-Esprit. Rue de la Tour Jacob and Rue de Trèves run parallel to the Alzette, lined with terraced houses built for 19th-century ironworkers and bargemen. By 9pm the only sound is the river and the occasional train crossing the Pulvermühle viaduct overhead.
These 3-star hotels sit in and around the village and the adjacent city centre. Rue Mohrfels, Côte d'Eich and Rue Laurent Menager lie in the gorge itself; Rue Notre Dame, Place Guillaume II, Place d'Armes, Rue du Nord, Rue des Capucins and Grand Rue sit up in Ville Haute. Hotel Vauban and Youth Hostel Luxembourg City place you closest to the lift and the funicular. Couples get calm evenings, families get stroller-friendly walks along the paved riverside, and Kirchberg commuters get a door-to-door funicular.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Simoncini
6 Rue Notre Dame, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel Simoncini sits on Rue Notre Dame in Luxembourg, handy for guests who want a 3-star base with round-the-clock cover: the 24 hour front desk and 24H. security mean late arrivals are straightforward. Air conditioning keeps a city room comfortable in warm weather. Express check in suits anyone arriving after a long journey. With a 4.3 guest rating from 399 reviews, it draws both couples and business travellers who value a central address, a banquet room for events, and breakfast served in the room when mornings are rushed.
See Hotel SimonciniHotel Vauban
10 Place Guillaume Ii, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOverlooking Place Guillaume Ii, Hotel Vauban is a 3-star choice for guests who want family rooms and free wifi in the middle of the city. Breakfast is available, including in the room, and the bathroom comes with a hairdryer. A cot is on hand for those travelling with a baby. Rated 4.0 by 252 guests, it works well for families and small groups who prefer to step out of the door straight onto the square rather than plan a commute.
See Hotel VaubanHotel Francais
Place D’armes 14, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel Francais occupies Place D’armes 14, putting guests on a busy square in the centre of Luxembourg. Breakfast can be taken in the room. With a 3.5 guest rating from 398 reviews, it appeals to visitors who prioritise location and practical services over extras.
See Hotel FrancaisYouth Hostel Luxembourg City
2 Rue Du Fort Olisy, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families · Business trips
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereYouth Hostel Luxembourg City on Rue Du Fort Olisy is a 3-star option built for sociable, budget-minded travellers. A 24 hour front desk and 24H. security cover late check-ins, and family rooms are available for those travelling with children. Free wifi and a business centre make it workable for guests who need to stay connected, while the bar area gives the place its communal feel. Desk space in the rooms helps if you are combining sightseeing with a little work.
See Youth Hostel Luxembourg CityRelais Louvigny
Rue Louvigny 3, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRelais Louvigny on Rue Louvigny is a 3-star apartment-style stay with a kitchen and dishwasher, so guests can cook rather than eat out every night. Free wifi and internet access keep things connected, and housekeeping with regular cleaning keeps the space in order. A fan, hairdryer and bathrobe are provided. It suits longer stays and travellers who prefer a self-contained base with more room to spread out than a standard hotel room.
See Relais LouvignyApartment in City Center of Luxembourg
30 Côte D’eich, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThis 3-star apartment on Côte D’eich combines air conditioning with a balcony, a bath and free car parking — a rare combination for a city centre address. A kitchen area with dishwasher and a coffee maker makes longer stays easy, and family rooms plus a cot cover guests travelling with children. Breakfast is available. It suits drivers and families who want an apartment rather than a hotel, with the centre of Luxembourg within reach.
See Apartment in City Center of Luxembourg1 bedroom in the Heart of City Center
25 Rue Des Capucins, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Step-free access
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereA single-bedroom apartment on Rue Des Capucins, this 3-star option places guests directly in the heart of the city centre. A lift serves the building, and the apartment is wheelchair accessible, so step-free access is covered for guests who need it. With just these essentials listed, it is best for travellers who want a simple, central base and plan to spend their time out in Luxembourg rather than in the room.
See 1 bedroom in the Heart of City CenterSerene Haven on Rue du Nord
Rue Du Nord 3, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSerene Haven on Rue du Nord is a 3-star apartment for guests who want quiet and self-sufficiency. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and microwave, and a coffee maker is provided, so meals and drinks are easy without leaving the building. Free wifi and internet access support remote work at the desk, and non smoking rooms plus a hairdryer and ironing facilities round out the practical side. It suits couples or solo visitors staying several nights in the city.
See Serene Haven on Rue du NordGraace House Suites
26 Rue Mohrfels, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Travelling with pets
- Pets allowed
- Kitchenette
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGraace House Suites on Rue Mohrfels offers 3-star apartment accommodation with a garden and a terrace, giving guests outdoor space in the city. The kitchenette covers basic cooking, and free wifi with internet access keeps you connected. Pets are allowed, which makes it a practical pick for those travelling with a dog, and the rooms are non smoking. A bath and shower are both provided. It suits guests who want a calmer, greener base within Luxembourg.
See Graace House SuitesLago Welcome Palais Suite
3 Piano 1 Passage Gelle Klack, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLago Welcome Palais Suite on Passage Gelle Klack is a 3-star apartment with a desk and free wifi, internet access and a coffee maker — a sensible setup for guests mixing work with a city visit. A hairdryer, alarm clock and cot are provided, and first aid supplies are kept on site. Cleaning is part of the service. It suits couples or small families who want an apartment layout close to the Palais area rather than a conventional hotel room.
See Lago Welcome Palais SuiteUnique Penthouse Joseph II von Habsburg 1 4 personnes à coté de Louis Vuitton
1 Rue Philippe Ii, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThis 3-star penthouse on Rue Philippe Ii has air conditioning, a balcony and a bath, with family rooms for guests bringing children. A fan and cot are available, and 24H. security plus express check in make arrivals and late nights uncomplicated. Currency exchange on site is a useful extra for international visitors. It suits families or groups of up to 4 who want apartment space in a central Luxembourg location.
See Unique Penthouse Joseph II von Habsburg 1 4 personnes à coté de Louis VuittonGrand Rue Apartment by Rentaroo
Floor 4 22 Grand Rue, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGrand Rue Apartment by Rentaroo sits on the fourth floor of 22 Grand Rue, a 3-star apartment in the centre of Luxembourg. A full kitchen with dishwasher and an iron and board make longer stays comfortable, and laundry service is offered. Free wifi and internet access cover connectivity, and a cot is available for families. Cleaning and a coffee maker are included. It suits guests who want an apartment with hotel-style services on a central street.
See Grand Rue Apartment by RentarooUnique Penthouse Maximilian von Bavaria 1 4 personnes à coté de Louis Vuitton
1 Rue Philippe Ii, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereUnique Penthouse Maximilian von Bavaria is a 3-star apartment on Rue Philippe Ii with air conditioning, a balcony and family rooms. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, and free wifi and internet access keep guests connected; a hairdryer and coffee maker are provided. Cleaning is included.
See Unique Penthouse Maximilian von Bavaria 1 4 personnes à coté de Louis VuittonCenterluxfirst
97 Rue Laurent Menager, Luxembourg
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCenterluxfirst on Rue Laurent Menager pairs 3-star apartment comfort with a garden and a balcony. The kitchen and kitchenette cover cooking, and a desk with free wifi and internet access supports working from the apartment. Air conditioning, a hairdryer and an iron and board are provided, and cleaning is part of the stay. It suits guests who want green space and a self-catering setup while remaining within reach of central Luxembourg.
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How to choose
For families
Hotel Vauban and Youth Hostel Luxembourg City both offer family rooms, and Youth Hostel Luxembourg City adds a business centre and a bar. Apartment in City Center of Luxembourg has family rooms, a cot, air conditioning and free car parking. Graace House Suites adds a garden, terrace and pets allowed.
Hotel Vauban · Youth Hostel Luxembourg City · Apartment in City Center of Luxembourg · Graace House Suites · Unique Penthouse Joseph II von Habsburg 1 4 personnes à coté de Louis Vuitton
Closest to the lift
Graace House Suites on Rue Mohrfels, Youth Hostel Luxembourg City on Rue du Fort Olisy and Serene Haven on Rue du Nord all sit within Pfaffenthal itself, near the panoramic lift and the funicular. Child-friendly bathrooms, kitchens and free Wi-Fi make them easy for a short break with children.
Graace House Suites · Youth Hostel Luxembourg City · Serene Haven on Rue du Nord
For couples
Hotel Simoncini offers a 24-hour front desk and bars in Ville Haute. Lago Welcome Palais Suite, Unique Penthouse Maximilian von Bavaria and Centerluxfirst provide apartment-style privacy with balconies, kitchens and free Wi-Fi. Evening walks along the Alzette are minutes away.
Hotel Simoncini · Lago Welcome Palais Suite · Unique Penthouse Maximilian von Bavaria 1 4 personnes à coté de Louis Vuitton · Centerluxfirst
For business travellers
Hotel Simoncini has a 24-hour front desk, security and a banquet room. Hotel Français and Grand Rue Apartment by Rentaroo sit in the city centre, while Youth Hostel Luxembourg City adds a business centre and copy service. Kirchberg is a 3-minute train ride from Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg station.
Hotel Simoncini · Hotel Francais · Youth Hostel Luxembourg City · Grand Rue Apartment by Rentaroo
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
From the airport, bus 16 to Kirchberg then the funicular down — about 25 minutes total. From Gare Centrale, tram T1 to Hamilius (8 min) then walk to the Plateau du Saint-Esprit lift (5 min). On foot from Gare Centrale it's a steep 25-minute walk down through the Pescatore park steps, only worth it if you enjoy stairs. The village itself is 400 metres end to end. Local buses 9 and 12 stop on Rue de Kirchberg. Driving in is possible but street parking near Rue Vauban is scarce, so the nearest public car park sits up on Plateau du Saint-Esprit, connected back down by the lift. Everything inside Luxembourg's transport network is free, including the lift and funicular.
When to go
Pfaffenthal is at its best from spring through autumn, when the gorge walks along the Alzette and up to the Bock are pleasant and the evenings stay light. The paved riverside path towards Clausen works in most weather. Winter brings early darkness to the narrow lanes, which are unlit and confusing on a first visit. The village is quiet after 8pm year-round, so plan dinner accordingly.
Things to do near Pfaffenthal
Questions, answered
Is parking available at these hotels?
Apartment in City Center of Luxembourg lists free car parking. Elsewhere, street parking near Rue Vauban is scarce, and the nearest public car park sits up on Plateau du Saint-Esprit, connected back down to the village by the panoramic lift.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Hotel Vauban, Hotel Simoncini and Hotel Français offer breakfast, and Hotel Simoncini, Hotel Vauban and Hotel Français also provide breakfast in room. Apartment in City Center of Luxembourg lists breakfast among its facilities.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Graace House Suites on Rue Mohrfels is the one listing pets allowed, alongside a garden, terrace and free Wi-Fi. The other hotels in this shortlist do not name pets among their facilities.
Which hotels are best for families?
Hotel Vauban, Youth Hostel Luxembourg City, Apartment in City Center of Luxembourg, Graace House Suites and Unique Penthouse Joseph II von Habsburg all offer family rooms. All are 3-star, with cots at Hotel Simoncini, Hotel Vauban and Apartment in City Center of Luxembourg.
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
Hotel Simoncini on Rue Notre Dame, Hotel Vauban on Place Guillaume II, Hotel Français on Place d'Armes and 1 bedroom in the Heart of City Center on Rue des Capucins all sit in Ville Haute, a short walk from the Bock, the Corniche and the lift down to Pfaffenthal.
Which is the top-rated pick?
Hotel Simoncini scores 4.3 out of 5 from 399 reviews, ahead of Hotel Vauban at 4.0 from 252 reviews and Hotel Français at 3.5 from 398 reviews. The apartments and Youth Hostel Luxembourg City do not carry a guest rating in this list.
How do I reach Ville Haute from Pfaffenthal?
Take the panoramic lift from Rue Baudouin up to Plateau du Saint-Esprit — a 30-second ride, and free, like all public transport in Luxembourg. From the top it's a two-minute walk across the Bock to reach Ville Haute. The long way via Rue Vauban and Parc Pescatore takes about 20 minutes.
Is Pfaffenthal a good base for Kirchberg?
Yes. The train to Kirchberg via Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg station takes 3 minutes, and the funicular connects the gorge floor to Kirchberg directly. Youth Hostel Luxembourg City also has a business centre. It suits commuters who want a quiet evening base rather than bars at the door.