Hotel Napoleon Paris
Paris, France
40 avenue de Friedland, Paris, France, 75008
Original Property Opened in 1928
Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 2011
Hotel Napoleon Paris made its grand debut as an opulent addition to the Parisian skyline in the 1920s, amid the city’s influx of literary and artistic expatriates, including Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Gertrude Stein, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali. Purchased by a wealthy Russian businessman as a symbol of love for his French bride, the seven-story Art Deco hotel has remained an undeniably romantic and flirtatious retreat, offering private terraces with views of the Eiffel Tower or Arc de Triomphe and an enviable location in the Triangle d’Or. Once host to luminaries such as Errol Flynn, Orson Welles, Jean Gabin, and Josephine Baker, this newly enhanced five-star Parisian icon blends rich history with modern comfort, creating an inimitable sense of warmth, charm, and character. Here, guests will discover spacious accommodations impeccably decorated in Napoleonic fashion by interior design firm Malphettes & Biz. Guestrooms include marbled and mahogany baths, and the elegant, home-like suites are outfitted in silken fabrics and a variety of vibrant color hues, including crimson, saffron, and turquoise. Passed from generation to generation, the Hotel Napoleon remains in the family of its original owners and serves as a treasured landmark, storied in history and brimming in charm amid the most recognizable shops, museums, and cultural sites of Paris.
Discover
- Appreciate the grand historical charm of the Hotel Napoleon Paris. Evoking the historical memory of France’s glory from the era of the Napoleonic Wars, this lovely holiday destination is the only hotel in the city to be furnished exclusively with Napoleonic artwork and Empire-style décor.
- Visit the historic accommodations where countless international celebrities once resided. Renowned luminaries, such as Errol Flynn, Ernest Hemingway, and Miles Davis, have all visited the hotel throughout its extensive history.
- Discover the magnificent Avenue des Champs-Élysées within walking distance of the hotel. This grand thoroughfare is replete with beautiful historic buildings, as well as countless theaters, cafés, and boutique shops.
Explore
- Explore the Grand Palais des Champs-Élysées nearby. This magnificent historic site resides along the Seine River in the heart of Paris’ UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built for the Universal Exposition of 1900, the palace is among the most beautiful examples of Beaux Arts architecture in the city.
- Travel to the world-famous Eiffel Tower just moments away. No trip to Paris would be complete without a visit to this marvelous French icon. Built by Gustave Eiffel during the late 1880s, the edifice still stands today as the tallest structure in all of Paris.
- Visit the glorious Arc de Triomphe. Inspired by the Arch of Titus in Rome, the structure honors the French soldiers who died fighting in the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. The Arc de Triomphe is also a great starting point to explore the rest of Paris, as it sits within a major traffic circle on the Champs-Élysées.
Experience
- Tour the amazing art of the Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris. Located in the Palais de Tokyo along the Seine, the museum features a stunning collection of 13,000 pieces of artwork from the likes of Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, and Juan Gris.
- Enjoy a moving theatrical performance at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées. Recognized as a national French landmark, this spectacular historical theater is home to the Orchestre National de France, the Orchestre Lamoureux, and the French portion of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.
- View the breathtaking sights of the beautiful Jardins du Trocadéro. Directly facing the Eiffel Tower from across the Seine, the park is visited by thousands of people every year. It has many distinctive features, such as the unique Fountain of Warsaw, a massive bronze statue of Apollo, and two matching stone sculptures entitled L’Homme and La Femme.
Taste
- Indulge the palate with some delectable macarons. Macarons are essentially a small cake consisting of two halves separated by a sweet cream filling. Celebrated throughout Paris, the best places to eat macarons are Ladurée, Pierre Hermé, and Carette.
- Enjoy a wonderful meal at an iconic brasserie. These terrific dining establishments radiate a cozy, intimate atmosphere in which to feast upon their extensive variety of classic French dishes. Come savor such renowned cooking at famous brasseries like Brasserie FLO, Bouillon Julien, and Brasserie Bofinger.
- Taste some amazing French cheeses at Restaurant Astier. Located in the city’s 11th arrondissement, this historic bistro is known for its massive platter of unique regional cheese like Brie de Meaux, Camembert, and Époisses.
- Taste hotel’s the signature Élixor Floral cocktail, created by Hotel Napoleon’s in-house mixologist at Le 1807 Bar. The splendid concoction exudes botanical notes to reflect the elegance of Parisian gardens.
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