Lancaster Hotel

Hotel Lancaster is a luxurious hideaway, constructed in a 19th-century private mansion. It is an intimate address, with the feel of an elegant private residence.

An authentic 'home away from home' with a unique soul that inspires peace and harmony. Where staff members goes above and beyond to cultivate the art of hospitality based on a foundation of passion, loyalty, discretion and humility. Where everyone shares the same goal - to ensure the satisfaction and enjoyment of each guest.

Its interior courtyard has become a Zen garden retreat. All the feel of a thoroughly charming traditional home.

Built in 1889, the Lancaster was originally a private townhouse containing four apartments on four floors, in the style of those of Paris' Plaine Monceau. It illustrates the art of living à la Française, as it existed during the Second Empire. In 1925, Emile Wolf, a Swiss hotelier, purchased the building to transform it into a luxury establishment. He added four floors, the construction work ending in 1930 & the Hotel Lancaster was born. It offers rooms and lounges appointed with antiques and fine works of art, mainly 17th-century collectibles, precious items, crystal and porcelain, and traditional furniture. The Hotel Lancaster was purchased from the Savoy Group of London by Mr. and Mrs. Andrieu in 1995. Its new owners undertook a complete renovation of the hotel to restore its distinctive character and splendour, bringing back to life the “tradition”, “elegance”, and “art of living” that made its international reputation.

Just steps from the most celebrated avenue in the world, the Champs Elysées, and just around the corner from the Triangle d’Or, the Hotel Lancaster's sandstone facade stands proudly on Rue de Berri in the 8th arrondissement of Paris. Its neighbourhood is easily accessed by foot: the prestigious Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, the Place de l’Etoile, and the Place de la Concorde.

Facing either Rue de Berri or the interior courtyard garden, the 49 rooms and 11 suites of the Lancaster cover 8 floors of the building. Intimate or very spacious, they all tie to a certain art of living à la Francaise, through their rare antique furniture, luxurious items, paintings, sofas, desks, and porcelain. Classic rooms that provide all the most up-to-date logistical services that all guests expect.

All Rooms Feature:

• Safe
• Two telephone lines
• Voice mail service
• TV-DVD combination
• Cable and satellite TV
• Luxury bathroom fixtures
• Heated towel bars
• Towels, bathrobes and slippers are designed uniquely for the Lancaster
• Most of the bathrooms combine grey or beige marble and African iroko wood

Suite Types:

Presidential

Emile Wolf: The suite Emile Wolf (name from the former owner of the building) with an immense living room, a grand piano, two large armchairs and four person sofa – Bedroom with hand painted doors to wardrobes - grey marble bathroom with walk-in shower - toilet separate. Connects to suite 45 and a Prestige room. Overlooking the rue de Berri with small balcony.

Deluxe

Marlène Dietrich: The Suite Marlène Dietrich, where the famed actress lived for 3 years. Spacious living room and bedroom face the garden. Damask curtains, paintings, Louis XV desk, a fireplace, predominant colour is lilac (her favourite colour). Walk in shower in bathroom & bathtub - dual sinks, toilet separate. Sofa day bed in the living room. Interconnect to suite 41.

Suite 75: Three steps to access the spacious living room - Salon ideal for business meetings - Balcony off bedroom and bathroom - natural daylight for bathroom - toilet separate from bathroom - bidet - dual sinks, same bathroom style as suite 71. Overlooking the courtyard garden. Sofa day bed in living room for third person. No connecting rooms.

Suite 76: Long entrance corridor leading into living room which leads into bedroom and then bathroom - large walk-in dressing room running behind bedroom - balcony running full length of suite - overlooking the garden, with views out over Paris towards Sacre Coeur - walk-in shower in bathroom, dual sinks, toilet separate. No connecting rooms. Not suitable for extra bed.

Superior

Suite 71: Beige colour scheme, very luminous, overlooking the rue de Berri – with large private terrace with table and chairs, views to Sacre Coeur, and to the Eiffel Tower. Toilet separate from bathroom. Bidet, dual porcelain oval sinks set into beige marble. Living room compact in darker beige colour scheme. No connecting room. Not suitable for extra bed.

Suite 80: Suite Rouge, romantic with Mansard roof, elegant and cosy with two balconies - breathtaking views over the rooftops of Paris, Eiffel Tower and Sacré Coeur - chairs and table on balcony. Walls covered in red silk (floor to ceiling) only room on eighth floor. Bathroom in grey marble, with natural daylight. Extra bed possible but not recommended.

Standard

Suite 36: Pastel and purple colour scheme, Pagoda design theme, overlooking the garden, with a walk-in shower separate from the main bathroom - main bedroom connects to a double room with queen bed - the sofa in the living room converts to a queen bed. Bathroom is in grey marble - toilet separate from bathroom.

Suite 46: Based on a paprika colour scheme, overlooking the garden, has no connecting doors so is very peaceful - large wall to wall cupboard space - walk in shower and bathtub in same bathroom - beige marble - spacious living room - one extra bed possible in either living room or bedroom.

Suite 50: Yellow and gold colour scheme, overlooking the rue de Berri, has two separate bathrooms (one with shower, one with bathtub) - living room equipped to accommodate a third person if necessary. Bedroom connects to another double room to make 2 bedroom suite if necessary. With living room in between.

Suite 56: Paprika colours, overlooking the garden, has two bathrooms (one with shower, one with bathtub) - living room equipped to accommodate a third person if necessary - very useful for 3 adults travelling together as separate bathrooms. Bedroom connects to another double room to make 2 bedroom suite if necessary.

Suite 66: Carmine colour scheme almost Chinese in design, overlooking the garden, has two bathrooms like 56, living room equipped to accommodate third person if necessary. Bedroom connects to another double room to make 2 bedroom suite if necessary.

Chambers:

Prestige Room: One king size or two twin beds, average room size 430 square feet. Extra bed possible - for a supplement - can be interconnecting to deluxe room.

Deluxe Room: One king size or two twin beds, average size of room 380 square feet. Extra bed possible - for a supplement - can be interconnecting to standard, superior or prestige room.

Superior Room: One king size or two twin beds, average size of room 325 square feet. Extra bed not possible - can be interconnecting to standard, superior or deluxe room.

Standard Room: One queen size bed, average size of room 260 square feet. Extra bed not possible - can be interconnecting to superior or deluxe room.

Leisure Facilities:

• Fitness centre with cardiovascular workout equipment and sauna

Children Facilities:

• Small gift to start off their fun stay
• Babysitting services (on request)
• DVDs for children, video game consoles
• Items for the very young (bottle warmers and high chairs)

La Table: To create La Table du Lancaster, the hotel owners have called on the talent of the master chef, Michel Troisgros. His inspiration, in concert with the owners' personal selections, has given life to creative, light and elegant meals. The menu, purposely brief, is organized by theme, based on products chosen by Michel Troisgros for their intensity, freshness, and slightly sour notes. The wit of the tomato – The burst of lemon and citrus fruit – The bite of condiments and spices – The green of fresh vegetables, herbs and fruit – The sweetness of dairy products. La Table du Lancaster offers fine dining that is intimate, understated and contemporary.

The Garden: The interior courtyard of the former mansion is now a peaceful courtyard garden, where tradition meets contemporary minimalism. A refreshing green oasis inspired by Asian and European sensibilities. Its modest proportions only enhance the effect. Nothing has been left out that sooths the five senses. The rustling of the leaves, the murmur of the water, the fragrance of flowers, the tones of greens, and the radiance of red. As soon as the weather warms, the garden hosts elegant tables and chairs made of exotic woods. A small bed of pebbles create the effect of a stream flowing through the centre of the garden. A place of serenity and calm in the heart of the capital.

Le Grand Salon: The former entrance for horse-drawn carriages leads to the main hall. A generous space with a high glass ceiling shelters the Grand Salon. Bathed in light passing through three vast arched windows that open onto the courtyard garden, the salon has several areas for conversation and socializing. Chairs with very high backrests, right out of a fairy tale, accompany the game tables, all made of precious woods. Antique furniture mingles with the contemporary. Fine fabrics and the play of lines, lighting and materials. Armchairs, couches, mirrors and portrait paintings. Opulent comfort. A transformation à la française and a cosmopolitan elegance. An atmosphere of quiet opulence and serenity. A very warm and inviting space.

Le Salon Berri: Intimate and balanced proportions greet you in the Salon Berri. Facing the street, the large windows allow an abundance of light to pass. A dignified atmosphere. The careful arrangement of antique furnishings. An expansive couch. Wing chairs and antique armchairs. A sparkling chandelier. Vast perfume bottles from Grasse transformed as lamps. A small desk and a fireplace. Portraits and a tall mirror. Subdued colours dominated by soft lime green. Walls covered with damask silk. The Salon Berri is what you would expect to find in the most elegant French home. Reassuring and calm, it’s an environment suitable for relaxation and conversation in small groups.

Le Salon Fontenoy: Walls covered with fabric the colour of marron glacé, well appointed 18th century wall lamps and a commanding painting of the Battle of Fontenoy watching over the room gives the Salon Fontenoy the characteristics of a manor, accented by wall hangings weaved from a rich, tone-on-tone damask fabric. Fauteuil cabriolet armchairs surround a very long oval table, lit by a Baccarat Crystal chandelier. Display cases hold a collection of antique tableware. The refined atmosphere is more than appropriate for private dining for business or pleasure.