De Vendome Hotel
Hotel Overview
As soon as you enter the Hotel, there is a feeling of extreme refinement. One
finds the indescribable charm of homes with history. Frescos, painting and
objets d'art provide an exceptional tone.
The whole of the reception team is day and night at the dispoasal customers
during there visit. As well as offering personnal attention, they are happy to
make reservations and help and advice about the best restaurant, shows and
sights noit to miss.
The Hotel de Vandome is a discreet and real jewel of a
palace. The decor takes its inspiration from the richest periods of Frech
decorative arts. Columns with Golden capitals, intricately inlaid marble on the
floors, precious wooden desk; a luxurious yet intimate Front Desk.
HistoryPlace Vendôme is
undoubtedly one of the most beautiful architectural sites in Paris. It was built
on the initiative
of Louvois, chief steward of buildings under Louis XIV. Construction began in
1686 under the management of JH Mansart and Boffrand.
The square has an
octagonal shape, open at the centre of its south and north sides. It was first
called "Place des Conquêtes", then "Louis le Grand", from
1699 to the Revolution. From 1793 to 1799 it was known as the place "Des
Piques". It finally became Place Vendôme, named after an ancient
residence, except for 1871, when the Commune (Paris revolutionary government)
named it "Place Internationale".
At the dawn of the
third millennium, this square has not lost its attraction and prestige, housing
the most famous names in jewellery. The Colonne Vendôme replaced the ancient
equestrian statue of Louis XIV in 1806 (which dated from 1699). Napoleon had a
43-meter column built on an original white marble 10-meter pedestal, a pure
imitation of the Trajane column in Rome, to honour the soldiers who won the
battle of Austerlitz.
The Hotel de Vendôme
was built in 1723 for Pierre Perrin, who was secretary to King louis XIV. From
1736, it changed several hands, from being the headquarters of the crown
property department, to becoming the Embassy of the Republic of Texas from 1842
to 1843.
In 1858, the tone
was set for the building, when it was converted into a Hôtel.
Encounter
with History and Prestige.
Just like
Versailles, place Vendôme bears witness to one of French history's most
glorious periods: the reign of Louis XIV. The building at no. 1 gives the square
its name, because it is the site of the ancient Vendôme family's residence.
Three centuries of art, culture, and elegance make this a unique address in
Paris. Hotel de Vendôme is a unique
jewel, an image of the precious stones which surround it. The harmony of its
shades, lights, marbles, and flowers provide the style of a beautiful residence.
Today, Hôtel de
Vendôme represents the distinguished elegance of Parisian deluxe hotels,
shining over Paris' most brilliant neighbourhood, with haute couture, antique
dealers, art galleries, the Opera, and the Louvre Museum.
Location
The Hotel de Vandome is located
at Number One on the prestigious Place Vendome.
In the heart of Paris, in a business district,
studded with high fashion boutiques, jewellery and museums.
Airports:
- Orly - 20kms
- Roissy CDG, 35kms
- Le Bourget ,Private Airport, 30kms
All the train stations are at the same distance from the Hotel, around 7 to
10 minutes by taxi.
The Hotel de Vendome is located near:
- The Grand Palais
- Elysee Palais
- National Assembly
- Place de la Concorde
- Jeu de Paume and Orangerie museums
- Madeleine church
- Orsay Museum
- Place Vendome
- Garnier Opera
- Comedie Française theatre
- Palais Royal
- Place de la Victoire
- Deluxe department stores and shops of the Faubourg
Saint-Honore
All the train
stations are at the same distance from the Hotel, around 7 to 10 minutes by taxi.
Food & Beverages
The Hotel de Vendome Restaurant and Bar:
Upstairs, the very British Bar de Vendome invites you to its
cosy atmospher reminiscent of the other side of the Channeln the Bar,
with subbued lights, Chesterfield armchairs, mahogany walls and furniture, is
open for a pleasant breakfast, a five o'clock tea, a glass of champagne or a
unique cocktail created by our chef barman., Chesterfield armchairs and prints.
Whether it's refined breakfast, a lunch of the evening, the bar Vendome team
will welcome you with a smile.
The Restaurant, available for private parties on request, is decorated with the
same rich English decor as the Bar. Elaborated by Chef Frederic Fallope, the
light menu emphasizes exotic spices, fresh herbs and delicate flavours. Gourmet
breakfasts with a omelette and crispy bacon, freshly squeezed orange juice,
coffee, exotic fruit salad and ham chiffonade, lunches and dinners can also be
served in the guest rooms or suites by the omnipresent and attentive staff, who
are eager to fulfil the guest's wishes.
You can also enjoy a " jazzy" atmosphere at the beginning of evening
and the presence of a pianist.