Waldhotel Sonnora

We were staying at Sonnora some months ago and didn't write a review then. However in the meanwhile we visited another classic place, a temple of French gastronomy, and were comparing a lot with our experience at Sonnora. Sonnora was so much better. Absolutely charming personal service, three star dinner in the evening, top class, excellent wine service as well. Every single course was perfect, delicious , prepared with a keen eye for detail. Staff was genuinely friendly, not just playing the game. Dinner experience was wonderful, perhaps even a bit overwhelming (4h at the table), copious, but faultless as one would expect at this level (but not always gets unfortunately). Highly recommended! Nice rooms as well ... Sonnora creates a luxurious oasis at edge of forest in a somewhat unremarkable Eiffel village.

Waldhotel Sonnora sits snugly at the edge of the forest in Dreis/Wittlich. The hotel garden has stunning views of the village below.. Our accommodation was gorgeous, airy and spacious and tastefully furnished. After a long walk in the forest, just listening to bird song, and completely unwinding, one can relax and prepare oneself, for a culinary delight, in the three star Michelin restaurant. The chairs in the restaurant are really comfortable, as is the atmosphere. The service was perfect, just right. We selected the menu so as to be able to try a variety of dishes. The cake of beef fillet-tartar topped with caviar, sitting on a crispy potato rosti, ( my mouth waters just thinking about it) or the grilled langoustines, or turbot with avocado and orange. The dressings that accompany the dishes are not overly rich ,so one doesn't feel overly full and uncomfortable. The sauces are so fresh and light, the desserts too. All in all, so very well thought out, and stunningly presented, works of art. The wine menu is extensive and for a three Star restaurant, not overly inflated in price. An amazing selection of artisan breads and a very extensive cheese board! All in all, 5 Stars, I could not find fault with anything! This is the best 3 star restaurant that I have dined in, now my most favourite. So looking forward to our second visit. .

This was our first dinner and stay here since the pandemic began in 2020, and just as much has changed on a global scale, there have been some changes afoot here too. All of the bedrooms have been refreshed, and now have the feel of a contemporary boutique hotel rather than their previously rather dated (albeit comfortable) appearance.||||The thoughtful touches such a complimentary minibar (including beer) still continue and an Italian toiletries line is a nice upgrade too. All in all it's a great makeover as the accommodation is now befitting of the wonderful cuisine that the kitchen offers.||||Breakfast has also had an upgrade, with the entire room refurbished so that it feels even brighter. The quality of the food is as good as it always was, with perfectly made omelettes (harder to fine that one might think) that are plated elegantly. There are also some new extra-luxe dishes available that include truffles or caviar (for a supplement). ||||It is now even more of a pleasure to stay here and the refurbishment has left it refreshed but still full of charm.

Waldhotel Sonnora is a boutique hotel set on a hillside in lovely woodland, overlooking a pretty village. It is home to a three star Michelin restaurant. The rooms have recently been modernised, and are generous in size. My room 13) had its own balcony looking down over the gardens and village below. There was an excellent shower, separate toilet and a very comfortable bed. In this rural area you can’t really expect blazing fast Wi-Fi, but it was an adequate 6Mpbs. The staff were charming and the breakfast was superb, with terrific croissants and eggs made to order.

Spectacular classic French cooking, among the finest around (and that includes France). Impecabbly sourced and cooked luxury ingredients with a well priced wine list. One of the top 2 Chef's in Germany with Hartwig. Can't wait to revisit.

Of course the restaurant is the number one reason for staying at this really rather charming hotel. The decor may be old fashioned, but everything has been maintained and refreshed to a high standard so that it still feels fresh. The welcome was warm and we were shown to our room. The room itself was immaculately clean and a small selection of complimentary drinks were offered in the minibar which is a nice touch. The breakfast that is provided in the morning is high quality and the omelette was made perfectly! ||||All in all a lovely place to stay and of course the dinner is never going to be anything less than exceptional.

Of course we were back again for dinner in the wonderful restaurant, but even ignoring its culinary delights, this was an excellent stay. ||||The rooms are comfortable with thoughtful amenities such as a small selection of complimentary drinks and as I've commented on before, everything was absolutely spotless! Breakfast in the morning is a real treat with the omelettes beautifully presented and perfectly made - even better than those I've enjoyed in Palace rated properties in Paris! We're already looking forward to our next stay.

Waldhotel's primary focus is of course on their amazing food. Despite this, they run a very pleasant hotel - our overnight bags were whisked away from us and carried to our room after a friendly greeting upon arrival. The rooms are clean and comfortable if somewhat dated, but that is part of the charm of the place. ||||Breakfast is exceptionally good with very high quality produce and an omelette that is so daintily garnished that one almost feels as if it's a continuation of the dinner from the night before. ||||We're already looking forward to our next stay here at the start of the summer!