Metz, FranceOld Town
La Citadelle Hotel Metz - MGallery Collection
A Renaissance storehouse hotel
Old Town Metz, France
Opened
2005
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Design LocalOutside the door
The house
AccorA Renaissance storehouse hotel
Metz's former military granary now operates as a hotel, enclosed by massive stone walls beside the Esplanade park.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Sixteenth-century barrel vaults and yellow Jaumont stone survive from the original citadel storehouse.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The rooms, far from their antique military inspiration, are surprisingly modern in design, with unusual layouts owing to the historical floor plan.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Esplanade gardens begin right outside the entrance, leading directly across the park toward Place de la République.
The rooms
Rooms follow the building's historic floor plan with irregular layouts, styled in jewel tones with tall wooden headboards.
Restaurant
La Réserve
The kitchen turns out seasonal bistro plates under vaulted ceilings, and tables spill onto the parasoled stone terrace.
How it began
Built in 1559 to supply royal troops, the storehouse was the only major citadel building spared from nineteenth-century demolition.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.