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4- and 5-star hotels in Pfaffenthal
Four- and five-star stays in Pfaffenthal, the tiny village in the Alzette gorge below the Bock. Every address here sits in Luxembourg City's old centre, a lift ride from Ville Haute, so this shortlist suits couples, families and business travellers who want the capital quietly.
Staying in Pfaffenthal
Pfaffenthal is a tiny village tucked in the Alzette gorge, defined by the panoramic lift, the Fondation Pescatore and the Pulvermühle viaduct overhead. It is residential and quiet after 8pm, with a single decent restaurant plus a bakery on Rue Laurent Menager. The village sits below the Bock promontory and the Corniche, and 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. At 9pm the only sound is the river and the occasional train crossing the viaduct overhead.
The hotels on this shortlist are not down in the gorge itself: their addresses place them in the old centre, at Place d'Armes, Rue Sigefroi, Rue du Curé, Rue de la Boucherie, Avenue de la Porte Neuve, Rue Notre Dame, Place du Théâtre and Rue Vauban. That puts them within reach of the lift that connects Pfaffenthal to Ville Haute. It suits couples and business travellers who want the city's sights and restaurants on the doorstep, families who need cots and family rooms, and anyone commuting to Kirchberg.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Le Place d’Armes Relais & Châteaux
18 Place D’armes, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA 5-star address on Place d’Armes, Hotel Le Place d’Armes Relais & Châteaux pairs round-the-clock front desk service with air-conditioned rooms and breakfast served in your room. Guests rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 807 reviews. The bar and snack corner suit guests who want an evening in the building, and babysitting service makes it workable for families. Best for travellers who want a full-service stay in the centre and are happy to pay for the top class.
See Hotel Le Place d’Armes Relais & ChâteauxHotel Parc Beaux Arts
1 Rue Sigefroi, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHotel Parc Beaux Arts sits on Rue Sigefroi as a 4-star house with a 24-hour front desk and a business centre, so work and late arrivals are both covered. Breakfast in room and a bar round out the day; bathrobes, a desk and a cot are in the rooms. Its 4.2 out of 5 rating comes from 269 reviews. A practical choice for business guests and couples who want a central base with services on hand.
See Hotel Parc Beaux ArtsGuillaume Suites
24 Rue Du Cure, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereGuillaume Suites on Rue Du Cure offers 4-star apartments with air conditioning and a balcony, plus family rooms for those travelling with children. A bar in the building, coffee in the suite and a desk cover short and longer stays, and car rental service is available if you want to head out of the city. Cleaning and dry cleaning service keep things easy on a multi-night trip. Suits families and guests who prefer suite space to a standard room.
See Guillaume SuitesLago Welcome Palais
7 Rue De La Boucherie, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLago Welcome Palais is a 4-star address on Rue De La Boucherie with free wifi and internet access throughout, family rooms, and a kitchen setup that includes a dishwasher. Coffee, a hairdryer, an iron and board and a cot are provided, and rooms have a bath. The location suits guests who want to settle in for several days and self-cater rather than eat out every meal. Good for families and longer city stays.
See Lago Welcome PalaisSpacious flat in the heart of the City Center Ideal for a family
11A Avenue De La Porte Neuve, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThis 4-star flat on Avenue De La Porte Neuve is built for families, with family rooms and a cot, plus a dishwasher and coffee for everyday meals in. A balcony extends the living space, cleaning is included, and a bar and beauty salon are in the building. It suits a family or group who want apartment space in the city centre and the flexibility to cook and do laundry at home.
See Spacious flat in the heart of the City Center Ideal for a familyCharming Penthouse in the City Center
8 Rue Notre Dame, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCharming Penthouse in the City Center is a 4-star apartment on Rue Notre Dame with free wifi and internet access, a balcony, and a bath alongside the bathroom. Family rooms and a cot are available, high chairs are provided for small children, and the kitchen has a dishwasher and coffee. Cleaning is included. Suits families and couples who want a self-contained top-floor base in the centre rather than hotel services.
See Charming Penthouse in the City Center160m2 Penthouse in the City Centre with a balcony and the city view
7 Place Du Théâtre, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Why stay hereA 4-star apartment of 160m2 on Place Du Théâtre, this penthouse has a balcony and a city view, with a bath, dishwasher, coffee and a desk inside. Cleaning is included and family rooms are available. Bars in the building mean an evening out is close by. It suits groups or families who want generous space and a view over the centre, and who plan to eat in some nights.
See 160m2 Penthouse in the City Centre with a balcony and the city viewLuxxy Guesthouse
15 Rue Vauban, Luxembourg, Luxembourg
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
Why stay hereRooms come with coffee, a desk and a dishwasher, and some have a balcony. Car rental service is offered if you want to explore beyond the city. A good fit for families and independent travellers who want a quieter street with round-the-clock security.
See Luxxy Guesthouse
How to choose
For families
Guillaume Suites, Lago Welcome Palais, the Spacious flat on Avenue de la Porte Neuve, Charming Penthouse in the City Center and Luxxy Guesthouse all list family rooms and cots. The two apartments add dishwashers, and Charming Penthouse has high chairs. The Spacious flat carries a balcony and a cot, useful when children need space to run.
Guillaume Suites · Lago Welcome Palais · Spacious flat in the heart of the City Center Ideal for a family · Charming Penthouse in the City Center · Luxxy Guesthouse
For city views
The 160m2 Penthouse on Place du Théâtre has a balcony and the city view, airy for a group. Charming Penthouse in the City Center and Guillaume Suites both list balconies, so you can step outside without leaving the building. All three sit in the old centre, minutes from the Bock and the lift down to Pfaffenthal.
160m2 Penthouse in the City Centre with a balcony and the city view · Charming Penthouse in the City Center · Guillaume Suites
For business
Hotel Parc Beaux Arts lists a business center plus copy and desk facilities, and Hotel Le Place d'Armes Relais & Châteaux adds a 24-hour front desk, banquet space and breakfast in room. Both are in the centre, close to the Plateau du Saint-Esprit lift and the free tram and bus network.
Hotel Parc Beaux Arts · Hotel Le Place d’Armes Relais & Châteaux
Top-rated picks
Hotel Le Place d'Armes Relais & Châteaux is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 807 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. Hotel Parc Beaux Arts follows at 4.2 out of 5 from 269 reviews. Both are in the old centre, within walking distance of the lift down into Pfaffenthal.
Hotel Le Place d’Armes Relais & Châteaux · Hotel Parc Beaux Arts
Where to stay in Pfaffenthal
Rue Vauban
Luxxy Guesthouse sits on Rue Vauban, the street that runs from the panoramic lift base east under the Pulvermühle viaduct, past the Vauban towers museum. Streetlights are sparse here and the gorge's narrow lanes are unlit and confusing on a first visit, so arrive before dark. The walk along the Alzette into Clausen is paved and stroller-friendly.
Our picks here: Luxxy Guesthouse
Rue de la Boucherie
Lago Welcome Palais stands on Rue de la Boucherie in the old centre, close to the Bock promontory and the Corniche, Europe's so-called most beautiful balcony. From here the lift down to Pfaffenthal is a short walk, and Ville Haute's sights are on the doorstep.
Our picks here: Lago Welcome Palais
Rue Notre Dame
Charming Penthouse in the City Center sits on Rue Notre Dame, an apartment address in the centre with a balcony, dishwasher and high chairs. The old town, the lift to Pfaffenthal and the free tram and bus network are all within reach.
Our picks here: Charming Penthouse in the City Center
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
From the airport, bus 16 to Kirchberg then funicular down, about 25 minutes total. From Gare Centrale, tram T1 to Hamilius takes 8 minutes, then a 5-minute walk to the Plateau du Saint-Esprit lift. On foot from Gare Centrale it is a steep 25-minute walk down through the Pescatore park steps. The village itself is 400 metres end to end, with local buses 9 and 12 stopping 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
The site notes Pfaffenthal is quiet after 8pm and that half the ground-floor windows are already dark by 9pm, so expect calm evenings whenever you come. If you want the gorge at its most comfortable, plan daytime walks from the lift base along Rue Vauban and Rue Mohrfels into Clausen. The paved Alzette-side route is stroller-friendly, and the funicular to Kirchberg runs year-round.
Things to do near Pfaffenthal
Questions, answered
Is parking available at these hotels?
Street parking near Rue Vauban is scarce. The nearest public car park sits up on Plateau du Saint-Esprit, connected back down to Pfaffenthal by the lift. None of the hotels on this shortlist lists parking among its facilities, so plan to leave the car on the plateau.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Hotel Le Place d'Armes Relais & Châteaux and Hotel Parc Beaux Arts both list breakfast and breakfast in room. The apartment-style addresses such as Lago Welcome Palais and the two penthouses list coffee facilities and dishwashers instead, so you can prepare your own.
Are pets allowed?
None of the hotels on this shortlist lists pets among its facilities. If you are travelling with an animal, check directly before booking. Hotel Le Place d'Armes Relais & Châteaux and Hotel Parc Beaux Arts, the two staffed hotels here, are the ones to ask.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
No hotel on this shortlist lists a pool or spa. Facilities listed across the four- and five-star properties run to things like a 24-hour front desk, bars, a business center, family rooms, balconies and dishwashers. Hotel Le Place d'Armes Relais & Châteaux does list banquet space.
Which hotel is best for families?
Guillaume Suites, Lago Welcome Palais, the Spacious flat on Avenue de la Porte Neuve, Charming Penthouse in the City Center and Luxxy Guesthouse all list family rooms and cots. Charming Penthouse adds high chairs, and the two apartments on Avenue de la Porte Neuve and Rue Notre Dame include dishwashers.
Which hotel is closest to the centre?
Hotel Le Place d'Armes Relais & Châteaux stands on Place d'Armes itself, and Hotel Parc Beaux Arts is on Rue Sigefroi, both in the old centre. The 160m2 Penthouse on Place du Théâtre and Charming Penthouse on Rue Notre Dame are also central addresses.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this shortlist?
Hotel Le Place d'Armes Relais & Châteaux is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 807 reviews, the highest here. Hotel Parc Beaux Arts is next at 4.2 out of 5 from 269 reviews. Both are in the old centre, near the lift down into Pfaffenthal.
Can I walk from these hotels down into Pfaffenthal?
Take the panoramic lift from Rue Baudouin up to Plateau du Saint-Esprit, a 30-second free ride, and from the top it is a two-minute walk across the Bock to Ville Haute. Walking the long way round via Rue Vauban and up through Parc Pescatore takes about 20 minutes.