Today, Villa Pétrusse offers an unexpected oasis of nature in the heart of Luxembourg’s Ville Haute – an utterly unique privilege for its guests.
Designed as an intimate private home, the Relais & Châteaux-affiliated hotel occupies the Villa itself, the Pavillon in the former stables, and the inner courtyard overlooking the park and the Adolphe Bridge. Just a few steps away lie the boutiques of the historic city center.
In its 22 rooms, suites and penthouse, as well as in the reception spaces and restaurant, the warm elegance of a private home is everywhere. After five years of ambitious restoration, Villa Pétrusse has been reborn, with utmost respect for its remarkable architectural and artistic heritage.
Interior designer Tristan Auer drew inspiration from the spirit of the original house, restoring many historic elements. Among them: hand-painted wallpapers featuring reproductions of Sosthène Weis , whose poetic watercolors feel strikingly modern today.
An iconic RESIDENCE RESTORED TO ITS Former Glow
Now open to the city, Villa Pétrusse welcomes residents and visitors alike:
Le Lys – the fine dining restaurant unfolds across unique spaces, offering bespoke gastronomic experiences at any time of day. Led by Luxembourg-born chef Kim de Dood, with Michelin-starred experience worldwide, his ambition is clear: “to make Le Lys the best restaurant in the country.”
Brasserie Ciel – convivial and bright, with sweeping garden views.
““I love revisiting traditional dishes of my native Luxembourg with Asian influences, which have now become part of my cultural identity. My dreamis for this place to embody a modern vision of gastronomy, not at all stiff, where we can connect with our guests, creating a true relationship around taste.”
“THE
rebirthOF VILLA
PÉTRUSSE
IS PART OF A LONG-TERM MISSION TO preserveLuxembourg’sheritage AND PASS IT ON TO FUTURE GENERATIONS – A jewelNOW OPEN FOR BOTH LOCALS AND VISITORS FROM aroundtheworld.”
A symbol of the fortified past, the Casemates of the Pétrusse – carved into the rock in the 17 th century and listed as UNESCO World Heritage – lie only steps away. Once abandoned for years, the Villa now finds its natural place in this historic setting, where heritage and art de vivre meet.
From the very first glimpse, the emotion takes hold as you pass through the restored Neo-Romanesque gates into an atmosphere shifting between grandeur and intimacy.
KIM DE DOOD
Committed to shaping a more sustainable future, Hôtel Le Place d’Armes has just been awarded the Green Key certification — a prestigious recognition of its environmental commitment. Environmental responsibility is deeply embedded in its daily practices: careful resource management, local sourcing, eco-conscious materials, and waste reduction. A discreet yet fundamental commitment, in perfect harmony with the values equally upheld by Relais & Châteaux.
At the heart of it all is La Cristallerie, the hotel’s finedining restaurant, set in a luminous space adorned with gilded detailing and Art Nouveau glasswork. Here, Chef Milan Brée orchestrates a refined, seasonal cuisine where precision meets emotion, a journey of taste designed to awaken the senses and surprise with grace. Just across the inner courtyard, Le Plëss offers a different rhythm. This contemporary rotisserie brings fire and flavour into focus, with elegant simplicity. Thoughtfully prepared meats, vegetables, and fish are elevated by the flame, and by the kitchen’s respect for ingredient integrity and bold, modern flair.
Finally, there's Le Café de Paris, a timeless brasserie that opens directly onto the bustling Place d’Armes square. Lively, welcoming, and full of local character, it’s a place for long lunches, aperitifs, or a late dinner in a setting that captures the city's unique blend of elegance and ease.
But to stay here is also to live Luxembourg. Just outside the hotel’s doors, the Place d’Armes square beats with café culture, music, and daily life. Steps away, the UNESCO-listed old town reveals its layers: from fortress walls and dramatic casemates carved into the rock, to peaceful gardens, panoramic views, and winding cobbled streets. A capital that feels both grand and human-sized, full of contrasts and surprises.
Thoughtfully engaged in its environment and its community, Hôtel Le Place d’Armes reflects Luxembourg itself, a city of heritage, elegance, and quiet energy.
WELCOME TO LE PLACE D’ARMES, YOUR STORY BEGINS HERE
In the heart of Luxembourg’s historic centre, Hôtel Le Place d’Armes offers a refined escape rooted in the soul of the city. A member of Relais & Châteaux, this five-star property brings together seven restored 17 th-century townhouses, each one adding depth and character to a hotel unlike any other. Beyond its beautifully preserved architecture, the hotel reveals a world of quiet sophistication. Curved staircases, natural textures, and soft lighting create a sense of calm intimacy. Every room and suite has its own identity — warm, elegant, and designed for moments of pause and inspiration.
Le Place d’Armes is also a destination for gastronomy, offering a trio of distinctive culinary experiences that reflect both the richness of French culinary tradition and the creative spirit of modern Luxembourg.
