Location:
Hotel Simoncini is located in the centre of the historic old town just around the corner from the Golden Lady monument in Constitution Square and the Notre Dame Cathedral.
We took Bus 16 from the airport, with a journey time of only 15 minutes to Hamilius, followed by a five minute walk to the hotel. Please note that all public transport is free of charge throughout the entire country of Luxembourg and no tickets are required.
Arrival and check-in:
The Hotel Simoncini is the only hotel gallery in Luxembourg as the hotel lobby forms half of the building’s ground floor. The remainder is taken up by the Galerie Simoncini, an art gallery sharing the same ownership as the hotel.
The stylish entrance lobby has white sofas and is decorated with modern art pieces from the adjoining gallery. We were warmly welcomed by the receptionist and within a few minutes were handed our key cards for our room on the sixth floor. The artistic flair of the hotel is reflected in the hallways between rooms and lifts with modernistic pieces on display.
The Room:
We were booked into one of the hotel’s penthouse suites which came equipped with a spacious bedroom furnished in shades of white and cream with a wooden laminate floor.
The room featured a large, comfortable bed with individual duvets, a flat screen television, dressing table/work desk and a large wardrobe.
The bathroom had a bath with shower over, fragrant Damana organic toiletries and a generous supply of fluffy bath towels with the WC housed in a separate cubicle.
Moving through to the living area, this well equipped space continued the white and cream decor and comprised a sofa bed, coffee table and a dining table and chairs.
Along one wall was a well equipped kitchen with hob, microwave, fridge, kettle, coffee maker, breakfast bar and stools.
Dining:
The light and airy breakfast room is located on the first floor with windows overlooking the old town. The buffet contained a good selection of cold meat, salad, cheese, bread and pastries.
A choice of hot drinks is served to the table and omelettes, fried and boiled eggs are cooked to order. We selected omelettes on one morning and as they had been freshly prepared they tasted delicious.
The hotel does not serve meals at other times of day but as there are many restaurants in the vicinity and our room had cooking facilities, we didn’t find this to be a problem.
We alternated between eating out and preparing meals in our suite which worked well for us.
Facilities:
Hotel Simoncini has 35 rooms, three of which are equipped to accommodate people with mobility issues. There is a lift to all floors, 24 hour reception and a car park (additional cost).
The hotel is connected to the Simoncini Gallery on both the ground and first floors and it was interesting to view the art work whilst we were staying there.
Out and About:
The city is divided into two levels with the upper part perched on a rocky plateau high above the lower town which is nestled in the Alzette river valley.
The old quarter is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of its large number of historical buildings and fortifications. The majority of my suggested places to visit are within walking distance of the hotel.
Grand Ducal Palace: This was originally the Luxembourg City Hall before becoming the permanent home to Grand Duke Adolphe in 1890 and is now the official residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg.
Visitors can view the exterior at all times but the interior is only open during the summer months.
Notre Dame Cathedral: This magnificent cathedral took over 300 years to build and boasts three towers, stunning stained glass windows and a vaulted nave.
The crypt can also be visited below the church and contains the tombs of former Grand Dukes and Duchesses of Luxembourg.
Luxembourg City History Museum: This excellent museum documents the thousand year history of Luxembourg.
The permanent exhibition ‘The Luxembourg Story’ is divided into four major periods from the city’s beginnings to the dynamic financial hub it has become today.
Pétrusse Casemates: these form part of Luxembourg’s medieval fortifications and were built around 1644 and modified 20 years later to raise their height.
Take a guided tour to gain a sense of their structure by walking along their winding underground paths and staircases.
Wenzel Walk: A 5.5 km walk that takes its name from Wenceslas II, Duke of Luxembourg between 1383 and 1419. It was during his reign that the Wenzel Wall was erected to protect the inhabitants of the valley.
The walk commences from the Bock promontory then crosses the castle bridge leading up to a small fortification tower. Continue over the remnants of the wall which was erected in 1735.
The Corniche balcony affords some breathtaking valley views. The walk takes visitors through the oldest parts of the city and to some of the fortress remains which were inscribed on the World Heritage list in 1994.
Pfaffenthal Panoramic Elevator: walk along the glass viewing platform and then take the lift down the 71 m glass lift to the Pfaffenthal district at the base of the Alzette valley.
Musee Dräi Eechen: housed inside the fully restored 18th century fort Thüngen and approached across a drawbridge.
The main gallery traces Luxembourg’s history from 1443 to 1903 and after visiting there are good views from its upper terrace.
If you plan to visit several museums whilst visiting Luxembourg, I suggest purchasing the Luxembourg Card. These cards offer excellent value as they cover more than 70 attractions not just in the city centre but the whole country with a three day card costing only €28.
Overall:
As the hotel is located in the heart of the historic old town it’s possible to walk to many of the key attractions and access to public transport is close by for visiting places further afield. We enjoyed our stay at the hotel very much. Everywhere was spotlessly clean with sleek, modern furnishings and all staff we came into contact with were helpful and friendly.
Details:
Hotel Simoncini 6, Rue de Notre Dame L-2240 Luxembourg
During our stay we were guests of Visit Luxembourg and as always all views and opinions are my own.
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what a great place to stay! Going by the exterior its fair to say never judge by appearances! great pics of Luxembourg too!
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So pleased you enjoyed my review and of city centre photos too Andy.
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Glad to have found you again. This post brings back fond memories of my 2014 visit. The hotel was the King George, high up against Constitution Square. The Ducal Palace, Wenzel Walk and Petrusse were definitely highlights then. There was also the joy of walking from the Square to downtown, with family-friendly carnival going on, right in the Financial District-of all places! Luxembourg is definitely worth a return, when I go back to Europe in 2025.
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Thank you for your interest in my posts on Luxembourg. The Grand Duchy is a delightful country to spend a few days and I would be happy to return.
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It looks like a great choice hotel – I love when accommodation is a mini apartment and you have the flexibility to make breakfast and cook. We are hoping to visit Luxembourg in April, holiday days permitting 🙂
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I’m sure you will enjoy exploring the Grand Duchy Hannah. I’m following in your footsteps to Bucharest as your photos looked so tempting!
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Great review! Looks like a great place to stay and conveniently located to touring such a beautiful city 🙂
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I thought it was a beautiful, minimalist hotel Meg and very convenient for getting around. Thanks so much for your interest.
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Marion This is such an incredible site you visited in Luxembourg. But this Hotel is so amazing and the breakfast is so delicious. I would love to visit there again. Thanks Anita
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Thank you so much for your interest and kind words about our stay in Luxembourg.
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A beautiful hotel in a beautiful place Marion. When I was younger, I failed to see the value of being self contained with a kitchen, but then Covid came along. Having the ability to prepare and eat at least some meals in the room is wonderful. Thanks for sharing. Allan
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I totally agree Allan as although I adore dining out sometimes it’s just nice to pop to the local market and take it back to prepare in the room. Thanks for your interest, Marion.
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This hotel looks nothing like the ‘normal’ hotel rooms at all … and I really like that! Having your own area to prepare meals is such a great option! And like you said, the availability of viewing art in the hotel is a bonus. Oh, and once again I just had to gasp at the fact that public transport in Luxembourg is free! Thanks for sharing Marion – enjoy your weekend!
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Luxembourg s such an interesting small country to spend time in with its diversity of scenery and city life. I like hotels offering kitchenettes as then you don’t need to eat out every night and can shop at local markets.
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A minimalist style, but chic hotel in the center of Luxembourg! Also glad to read about things to do and see in town. I plan to be visiting the country this spring when I return to Europe, so your posts come in handy! Glad you had a wonderful time, Marion. 🙂
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It’s good to read that you are planning on visiting Luxembourg this spring Rebecca. I’m certain you will find lots of interesting places to visit whilst there and am pleased to read you’ve picked up some ideas from my posts.
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Following your blog reminds me of how little I’ve really seen of the world even though much of my working years were spent in travelling widely. This was interesting and the hotel layout and decor was excellent.
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Thank you Ian, travelling really does broaden experiences of the world and how people live it. Visiting Luxembourg was very interesting and once there, we didn’t find it small at all.
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This hotel looks absolutely beautiful and elegant! Also, the Wenzel Walk seems to have some pretty amazing views.
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The Wenzel Walk is a delightful place for a stroll whilst in Luxembourg. Hope you manage a few days there sometime Allie.
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I have spent a lot of time in Luxembourg thanks to work.
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You could have been in many worse places Sheree! We adored our stay there.
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I spent too much time in Luxembourg City and not enough time in its lovely countryside
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It’s great that you had a kitchenette in the room, Marion, I love having that extra option of preparing my own food on holiday if I so choose. Having an art galley within the hotel sounds like a wonderful idea, with an extra bonus of all the art around the hotel. I imagine that they sell quite a few pieces to the guests?
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Kitchenettes are such a bonus and we like them for the option of eating in some evenings. The hotel was right in the centre and with its associated gallery, a very attractive place to stay. There often seemed to be people looking around the gallery and I liked it that the galleries continued around the hotel. Thanks for your interest.
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Oh, what a beautiful and interesting place Luxembourg must be! The hotel is stunning, and the sights around the city – especially the old part – appear to be magnificent. Another place on our ever-growing wish list.
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Thank you both for your kind words and interest in my review of the Simoncini Hotel. Luxembourg is such a beautiful, small country and with the benefit of free public transport it’s easy to get around.
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Stunning! You are my number one source for travel plans! I saw your Alicante post (many years ago now) and you stayed at the same hotel I had!
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Thank you for your kind words and interest in my review of this hotel in Luxembourg. It’s a great place to stay if you are planning a visit.
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A very stylish option for a lovely city break!
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Thank you Helen. We enjoyed staying there and with some of the rooms having their own cooking facilities it meant we could be flexible on dining arrangements.
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That rooms looks so peaceful and the perfect spot to stay after a busy day of sightseeing. That is so nice all the transportation is free around the city.
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It’s great that all Luxembourg public transport us free and you don’t even need a ticket. The hotel makes for a lively base in the city centre and with some rooms having kitchenettes we found it offered more flexibility as we didn’t want to eat our every night. Thanks for your interest.
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The hotel looks so modern and clean. I love how there’s even a small kitchenette in your room. While I enjoy eating out, sometimes it’s nice to have the option to make your own food.
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Yes I agree, it’s versatile to have cooking facilities available as sometimes it’s just nice to relax with a home cooked meal. The hotel is in a very central position and served a very tasty breakfast. Thank you for your kind words and interest. Marion
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Yet another lovely hotel, Marion, in a country I have yet to visit. I love hotel rooms with little kitchenettes where you can prep food – it helps you take your travel budget further and an in-room kitchen can make a hotel room feel like home — even on the other side of the world. I didn’t know that all public transport is free of charge throughout the entire country of Luxembourg. Thanks for sharing and have a good day 🙂 Aiva xx
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Thanks Aiva for your kind words and interest in this post. It’s a real bonus that all public transport is free in the Grand Duchy and you do t even need to purchase a ticket. The hotel was spotlessly clean and a real bonus to have its own kitchenette so we could prepare our own meals on some nights.
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