Restored Ardennes château
Restored from ruins into a national monument, the estate functions as a stately countryside manor with hand-dug vaulted cellars.
What it’s good at
Notable
A restored national monument built around eighteenth-century castle walls and an eleventh-century well.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
This majestic château gives a lovely image of the elegance associated with the Grand Duchy.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The quiet hamlet of Urspelt surrounds the grounds, while historic Clervaux Castle sits five minutes away by car.
The rooms
Bedrooms are finished in warm tones, looking out across the inner courtyards and gardens.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
An outdoor heated pool sits along the wooden deck, and carved stalactites hang over a submerged indoor grotto.
The baths
Rustic stone arches vault over a hydrotherapy bath, and a second whirlpool tub sits encased in sculpted rockwork.
The gym
Technogym cardio machines and bikes sit beneath exposed timber ceiling planks in the fitness room.
At the table
The restaurant occupies the estate's former farm barn, serving seasonal French dinners beside an outdoor courtyard terrace.
How it began
Entrepreneur Freddy Lodomez acquired the derelict castle in 2005, undertaking a three-year restoration that unearthed an eleventh-century well.
Clervaux
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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.