On April 12th 1928, the entrepreneur Alfred Lefèvre particularly well-known in Esch and throughout the mining basin as a hardworking man, a talented and dynamic entrepreneur, acquired during an auction different parcelles including the Back Café (HÖLZE bud) and the old wooden Kessel-Clesse hotel. With his newly acquired land, Lefèvre planned to build a modern and prestigious hotel restaurant.
Luxembourg Marriott Hotel Alfa
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Discover the Evolution and Dynamism of the Luxembourg Marriott Hotel Alfa Through the Decades
Step into the story of the Hotel Alfa—a cherished Luxembourg landmark since 1932. With a rich heritage, the hotel is a witness to the city’s transformations, it embodies both a prestigious past and a promising future with Marriott introduced for the first time in Luxembourg. From its first opening to its role in Luxembourg’s cultural evolution discover its successfull journey through the decades.
Beginning of an Era
Embracing Art Deco - A True Object of the Era
By the fall of 1928, an intense construction activity was underway on the large plot that Alfred Lefèvre owned. Léon Bouvart was designated to be the architect responsible for the architectural style, a unique expression of Art Deco. Its façade stands out for its geometric patterns, triangular balconies and 'zigzag' architectural style a symbol of technological and progress in Luxembourg.
First Opening
The work progressed rapidly, and by the end of 1931, the Hotel Alfa and the Brasserie Alfa were ready to open. To celebrate the opening, on December 31 1931, the Brasserie Alfa organised a private New Year's Eve party with a cold buffet and a renowned orchestra for the music.
A Witness of a Prestigious Past
The Alfa Hotel quickly became a landmark of Luxembourg’s social and cultural life. Renowned for its bold jazz concerts, and varied performances such as fashion shows, concerts, and balls, attracting both local and international crowds.
1940 - 1946
The hotel hosted prominent historical figures during the Second World War, in December 1944, during the Battle of the Bulge, American generals Geroge S. Patton, Omar Bradley, and Dwight D. Eisenhower stayed there. The hotel celebrated the end of the war with a "New-York à Luxembourg" themed ball in 1945 and was decorated for the visit of Winston Churchill in 1946.
1950 - 1960
The Brasserie Alfa hosted major fashion shows featuring brands such as Triumph, Monopol and Nina Ricci. The hotel experienced a new golden era thanks in part to the Alfa Brasserie, which became a must-visit culinary destination for Luxembourg’s gourmets.
Cherished Luxembourg Landmark
In May 1991, the hotel was classified as a national monument and listed in the Inventory of Protected Buildings in Luxembourg due to its architectural style characteristic of the Art Deco style and to its cultural significance for the luxembourgish heritage.
Influential Family
Inside the Luxembourg Marriott Hotel Alfa, the guests can admire the history and heritage through the valuable paintings by Julien Lefèvre (1907-1984), he was the second son of Alfred Lefèvre first and a renowned luxembourgish artist. This painting represents the four regions of Luxembourg: The Ardennes (Éislek), the Mining Basin (Minett), the Moselle (Musel), and the Central Region (Guttland).