Hôtel Bel-Air, Trail & Wellness — Hotel in Echternach

Hotel Bel Air Trail & Wellness - never judge a book by its cover or a hotel by its online photos!||Hotel Bel Air is beyond tired and lost the will to live around the same time as Adolf. It requires a complete physical and emotional overhaul.|There’s no working pool, conveniently omitted online and by staff when booking.|What was a pool is now a ‘relaxing think tank’, with loungers to lie in, gaze up at the ceiling, and dream of what it must have been like to float around. A true anti-climax. |Similarly, the sky-blue fountain was in reality toxic green. Nemo would have preferred to remain lost, or even deep-fried and served with chips than hang out here. |The rooms? Well they are deceased by hotel standards, with 100% intruder-proof flooring as every inch appears to squeak. As you remain motionless on your bed, for fear of disturbing anyone, the rattle, clonk, smash of the hotel trolley pushed by employees penetrates the airwaves. Noise travels like an American complaining in this place. All guests had the same grievances. ||Dinner in the empty restaurant somehow required advance booking, presumably to prepare the freezer. The maître d’ alternated between charismatic and inconvenienced, his life imploding every 20 minutes. Can only imagine the ambience we experienced is similar to the Dignitas waiting room, quiet, soulless, yet strangely comforting in knowing that soon it will all be over. ||There was no feeling of wellness upon leaving, only a very long trail of deep, profound regret. Not worth the money. Not worth any money. We learned the manager was the daughter of the former owner, so perhaps there’s a grand refurb planned, we hope so; despite our miserable stay there was evidently a past. And if there is to be a future, why not be honest with guests upfront and downplay expectations? I’m sure all the stops are pulled for wedding events when the sun’s shining, but can’t imagine any hotel surviving like this. | |The staff bar one were charming and helpful, but could not sell a ‘once was’ establishment. Even the red elephant appeared to be running away. We had booked for longer, but fate had other plans; hallelujah, we...

Hotel Bel Air Trail & Wellness - never judge a book by its cover or a hotel by its online photos!

Hotel Bel Air is beyond tired and lost the will to live around the same time as Adolf. It requires a complete physical and emotional overhaul. There’s no working pool, conveniently omitted online and by staff when booking. What was a pool is now a ‘relaxing think tank’, with loungers to lie in, gaze up at the ceiling, and dream of what it must have been like to float around. A true anti-climax. Similarly, the sky-blue fountain was in reality toxic green. Nemo would have preferred to remain lost, or even deep-fried and served with chips than hang out here. The rooms? Well they are deceased by hotel standards, with 100% intruder-proof flooring as every inch appears to squeak. As you remain motionless on your bed, for fear of disturbing anyone, the rattle, clonk, smash of the hotel trolley pushed by employees penetrates the airwaves. Noise travels like an American complaining in this place. All guests had the same grievances.

Dinner in the empty restaurant somehow required advance booking, presumably to prepare the freezer. The maître d’ alternated between charismatic and inconvenienced, his life imploding every 20 minutes. Can only imagine the ambience we experienced is similar to the Dignitas waiting room, quiet, soulless, yet strangely comforting in knowing that soon it will all be over.

There was no feeling of wellness upon leaving, only a very long trail of deep, profound regret. Not worth the money. Not worth any money. We learned the manager was the daughter of the former owner, so perhaps there’s a grand refurb planned, we hope so; despite our miserable stay there was evidently a past. And if there is to be a future, why not be honest with guests upfront and downplay expectations? I’m sure all the stops are pulled for wedding events when the sun’s shining, but can’t imagine any hotel surviving like this.

The staff bar one were charming and helpful, but could not sell a ‘once was’ establishment. Even the red elephant appeared to be running away. We had booked for longer, but fate had other plans; hallelujah, we...

I have had the pleasure of having a Sunday lunch at Restaurant Belair in Echternach, and it was a truly interesting experience. Nestled in a serene woodland setting, the restaurant offers a beautiful view of the surrounding nature, which adds to the overall ambiance.

The menu is a delightful blend of French and German influences, featuring fresh, local ingredients. We have chosen the 5-course menu and started our meal with a delicious soup, followed by a vitello tonnato, a sorbet and a fish filet on a crisp skin. All were exquisitely prepared and presented. I must say that I was surprised by the delicious cuisine which I didn’t expect Mediterranean style. For my taste, they should continue the collaboration with that cook, as he puts in all influences that represent Luxembourg, namely Luxembourgish, German, French and Mediterranean (here Italian and Portuguese).

The service was impeccable, with the staff being both attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. They made excellent wine recommendations by glass that perfectly complemented our dishes. The dessert was equally impressive, with a beautiful plate arrangement.

One of the highlights of our visit was the panoramic view from the restaurant’s terrace, which provided a stunning backdrop for our meal. The attention to detail in both the food and the setting made for a good dining experience.

Overall, Restaurant Belair is a must-visit for anyone in Echternach looking for a high-quality dining experience. The combination of excellent cuisine, attentive service, and a beautiful setting makes it a top choice. I highly recommend it and I will return!

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