Novotel Paris Vaugirard Montparnasse has collaborated with Microsoft to create a forward-thinking designed room of the future2011-12-01

Splendid design, funky convenient furniture, unique advanced technology of gesture-recognition is the way of Hotel Novotel and Microsoft to make people acquainted with the 3120 hotel's room of the fantastic future. This future is already in the hi-tech Novotel Paris Vaugirard Montparnasse fascinating and very modern guestrooms.

This room offers the hotel's guests a unique opportunity to control the room with the help of voice recognition and even by using some body motions. This Novotel superb room number 3120 is divided into 2 different spaces. All these spaces offer guests a relaxing rest and superb entertainment.

Enjoy your winter vacation while staying at the Hotel de Banville in Paris2011-12-08

Magical Christmas. The Banville's Hotel invites everyone to celebrate Christmas in an upscale lodging (minimum stay of 2 nights). Santa Claus will show you his magic and will give presents for grownups and children. To enjoy Christmas to the fullest, taste our delicious breakfast.

New Year. In order to end this year well, the modern Banville's Hotel invites all of you to celebrate this long-awaited holiday with a bottle of tasty and well flavored champagne. To help you to keep a wonderful and so pleasant memory of this 2011, the Banville's Hotel invites travelers to observe and appreciate the unique and major historic sights of fascinating Paris.

Offer is valid from December 16th to 27th, 2011.2011-12-26

After enjoying magical Christmas shop windows, come back to our Warwick Hotel. Here you will get a complimentary hot and very tasty drink in the pleasant and cozy atmosphere of our nice, convenient bar.

Our tasty and very warm Christmas Special Package includes:

• Full American Breakfast with very tasty meals at our Restaurant;

• Complimentary soft/hot drink at the hotel's bar with one delicious tiny cake;

• Late check-out (if possible);

• Overnight accommodation;

  And a very special discount card at the Lafayette Department Store.

Requirements: Offer is valid from December 16th to 27th, 2011; offer lasts minimum for 2 nights. Great offer for 1 child under 12 years old: One unique Christmas present, free accommodation & free tasty Buffet Breakfast.

Book your perfect room in Warwick Champs-Elysees Hotel!

Special Winter Package at the Hotel Westminster2011-12-28

The New Year's Eve Special Package allows travelers to enjoy splendid nights in one of the elegant and stylish guestrooms of the Westminster Hotel.

The Hotel Westminster is situated in the heart of Paris on the remarkable Rue de la Paix, just in several minutes from the most major city sights, such as the Opera Garnier, the Louvre and the Tuileries Gardens.
Our package is available for arrivals on the 30th or 31st of December 2011 and includes:

• Convenient accommodation;

• New Year's Eve delicious dinner for 1-2 adults on 31st of December;

• Tasty Buffet Breakfast;

• VIP welcome, which contains a bottle of perfect Champagne served in the guest's room;

• Free access to our splendid Fitness Club with relaxing sauna;

• And one more special deal: 10% discount at the famous Galeries Lafayette Department store.

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Italian Starhotels appointed Maurizio Redaelli to represent the Group in France.2012-10-25The Starhotels Group has announced Maurizio Redaelli to become a new general manager of Castille Paris Hotel. The new manager has almost twenty years career in the hospitality business. His portfolio includes cooperation with Hilton Worldwide and the board of Starhotels Group considers him as a excellent ambassador for representing italian Starhotels abroad.

Hotel Castille Paris is located on the Rue de Cambon. A real place to envy for others right between emblematic Place Vendôme and commonly known Place de la Concorde. Most respected and prestigious fashion houses are quite close by, so there's all the option for good shopping. Don't want have some shopping - take a 5 minutes walk and you're in the Louvre Museum. Castille Paris Hotel is the mix of authentic Italian hospitality with highly personalised attitude to service and the iconic of parisian palaces. Followed by the 20 million euro renovation the hotel was awarded 5 star.

The will be closed up to 2 years for its full reconstruction. The last available arrival date is set on March the 30-th.2012-11-12The renovation was initially set to begin at the end of 2012, though the decision has been changed recently. So the Hotel will be closed at the end of the March 2013 for its full refurbishment for the two years period approximately.

The hotel's building is going to be fully renovated. Thus the refurbishment is to be done not only in lobby or hotel's rooms, but also in restaurants and ground floor. More than the Hôtel de Crillon will add a spa centre to its amenities during the reconstruction.

The Hôtel de Crillon is the second Paris luxury hotel (after the Ritz) which closes for renovation. The hotel's refit requires 2 year period while the hotel remains closed.

The Smart Way provide the hotels guests with an exraordinary new service. Concorde Hotels & Resorts Group clients can check-in and check-out at any time without waisting a single minute.2012-11-24New technology is the airport staple module made by Smart Way. So guest of Concorde Hotels & Resorts Group now have an opportunity to check-in/check-out just upon their arrivals to the city airport. It's pretty convinient for those who's on a business trip with a daily stricked schedule. The system helps to save time and receive the room key at the moment of arrival.

Paris Concorde La Fayette is to become the first hotel of the Group to implement the system. Once the hotel's guest arrives they simply can use Smart way terminal and type a code they've got during the booking. One minute later the key is recieved. The same thing is with a cheking-out - all the guest needs is to validate a bill.

Graham Dungey, the spokesman for Concorde Hotels & Resorts Group comments; "E-check-in/check-out is a widespread practice in airport all around the world. So nowadays it looks like the travellers start to forget about long lines nearby desks. So we thought it would be great to applay this experience to our business. We do believe that this service is to appear in all hotels son indeed and we're proud to become pioneers of this movement".

One of the Dorchester Collection properties is declared as the leading Europe hotel in the category "Best Service in a hotel in Europe".2012-11-15Luxury five star hotel Hôtel Plaza Athénée, which belongs to Dochester Collection properties in Paris has been awarded by Villegiature Award. The hotel wins the "Best Service in hotel in Europe" nomination. During the ceremony which was held in Paris on November, the 5-th, the very best world's hotels all around Europe, Africa and Asia were rewarded. The jury this year was represented by 21 correspondents and journalists from prestigious and respectful international publications such as Vogue, Condé Nast, The Guardian as well as France Televisions.

"We're delighted to win our nomination and it's an honour for us to recieve a recognition of our work. This highlights how attentive are we to the quality of services we provide. There are 550 employees are looking after and taking care of our guets. Thus we are enable to maintain attention to our guests and keep the highest level of our service" - François Delahaye, CEO at the Hôtel Plaza Athéneé.

Famous pastry-maker house Ladurée has been invited to participate at Sapins Fashion Event.2012-11-22Famous Parisian macaron maker Ladurée has been invited by InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotelto make six pasrtu-based Christmas trees. The maker will create delicious trees to display at the Hotel during Sapins fashion event or Fashion Christmas Trees.

The luxury hotel which is situated close by renowned Paris Opera has given a carte-blanche to Ladurée. The pastry-maker house is celebrating its 150-th anniversary this year. Thus Ladurée is to choose its cult macarons to decorate the original trees. It's goning to be a definitely luxurious biscuits each to be covered with a "Gold and Cashmere" for dazzling finish.

The whole december InterContinental Paris Le Grand Hotel's guests will be able to see the these little treasures at the hotel lobby. The exhibition will be open until January 12, 2013.

The Pullman Pais getting started in Paris. 5 upscale hotels are to be renovated in the frames of the project until the 1-st quarter of 2014.

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has been awarded as the best chain of luxury hotels and best hotel chain in the world.2013-01-11The readers of Business English Business Traveller have once again voted to elect their favorite hotels in the 2012 ranking of "Business Traveller Awards" published annually. The Hotel George V was elected for the third consecutivetime as the Best Business Hotel in Western Europe.

The Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Gropup, which manages the Нotel George V Paris was also awarded as the best luxury hotels chain as well as and the best hotel chain in the world.

The rankings are based on votes of readers of the magazine, that considers one of the magazines of reference for business, with nearly 10 international editions, particularly in Asia, the USA and the Middle East. The award ceremony took place in London where 450 leaders the hospitality industry were invited to participate.

Recently failed to to symbolize the purest prestigious and luxury palace in Paris, the Paris Ritz is to close for its biggest renovation ever.2013-01-18Recently failed to to symbolize the purest prestigious and luxury palace in Paris, the Paris Ritzis to close for its biggest renovation ever.

The renovation process will take approximately 2 years period. The goal is to thrisrt The Paris Ritz, probably the most famous hotel in the capital, into the XXI century. The hotel's owner is Egyption millionaire Mohamed Al Fayed.

The Ritz Hotel is well-known for its famous guests among them are Coco Chanel, Ernest Hemingway or Charlie Chaplin. The most famous couple ever visiting hotel might be lady Diana and her beloved Dodi Al Fayed, the son of the property's owner.

The hotel was not renewed since 1979. The reconstruction budget estimates in 164 millions dollars. It includes redecoration of the hotel's guestrooms, equiping a new garden's area as well as hotel's restaurants and public areas. Besides that the Ritz's management plans to provide a number of 'the latest technologies' to its 160 rooms.

Recently there's a big open competition in a luxury segment in Paris. 2 new Asian luxury hotels were open 2 years ago in Paris, so it's quite high time for symbolic Paris hotels to comforn to the highest possible market and clients demands.

Surprise! A painting of Charles Le Brun (1619-1690) was found recently in Coco Chanel at the Hotel Ritz and will be auctioned in April in Paris.2013-01-24The artwork of young painter, who used to be Louis XIV's court painter later on, "The Sacrifice of Polyxena" adorned - in ignorance of all - in the elegant lounge suite where the great French designer has been living for more than thirty years up until her death in 1971.

This oil on canvas, estimated at between 300,000 and 500,000 euros, was spotted during an inventory of furniture in the prestigious The Ritz Hotel , owned by Egyptian billionaire Mohammed Al Fayed. The hotel is closed for a reconstruction at the moment.

"When I saw this painting in the suite, I stepped back. impact of this work was very powerful. treatment of color, movement was remarkable, "told AFP Joseph Friedman, artistic advisor Ritz. "The influence of Poussin was apparent."

The painting has a very good state of preservation. When the "Sacrifice of Polyxena" was painted Le Brun might had been 28 or something years old. He just came back from Rome, where he had spent 3 years and had been studying. So there's a remarkable influence of Raphael and Nicolas Poussin.

This work will be presented up 26 to 29 January in New York for the sale at the Christie's (30 and 31 January).

"Mohammed Al Fayed has decided to sell it because he thinks that this work is a museum quality, "says Friedman. "He considers it inappropriate to leave it in the hotel. It deserves a great collection."

Concorde Lafayette became the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile and the Hotel du Louvre is destined to become a branded Andaz hotel.2013-02-13The Hotel du Louvre, the Hotel Concorde Lafayette which were sold by Starwood Capital in June 2012 to the Qatari society Constellation Hotels Holding, are to be managed by a subsidiary of Hyatt Hotels Corporation.

Besides 2 Paris hotels Hyatt will manage 2 hotels more in France. They are Hotel Martinez and Palais de la Méditerranée and Palais de la Mediterranée Hotel. Thus with the acquisition of four hotels Hyatt Hotels Corporation will double its portfolio in France, with the arrival of 1724 additional rooms. It now has three locations in Paris: Park Hyatt Paris Vendome, Paris Madeleine Hyatt and Hyatt Regency Paris Charles de Gaulle.

The Paris' new entrants will become the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile to Concorde Lafayette Hotel and Louvre which will keep its name but become a hotel Andaz brand lifestyle and cultural Hyatt after work.

Hôtel du Louvre boasts a strategic place totally opposite the Louvre. It is a historical building dating back to 1855. It is located in the historical and cultural district of Paris. The property should eventually, after two to three years of renovation, transforms into a hotel under brand Andaz.

Since 1913 when the Hôtel de luxe Plaza Athénée was found it has become icon of luxury. Nowaday the hotel is celebrating a century of its foundation.2013-02-15The Plaza Athénée hotelis an emblematic palace of the golden triangle in Paris, a symbol of the art of hospitality in the French and Parisian gastronomy.

L'Excelsior wrote on 18 April 1913: "The Champs-Elysées and close area are now having a title for the most elegant guests. The Plaza will, actually, opening next Sunday, and we know that perfectly embodies the precisely beautiful what appeals to the elite of our visitors an unrivaled location, the apartments of modern comfort and for the most delicate taste. The delicious restaurant at the Plaza will be opened soon, and certainly with the same success. '
All is said, and a hundred years later, this little notice is still perfectly valid. But we focus more closely the festivities.

Early this year, the Plaza Athénée told the mixologist Thierry Hernandez to design "Baccarat Harcourt," a surprising cocktail which showcases red fruits: blackberries, strawberries and cranberry on a cognac, with just a hint of passion fruit and champagne lying. This cocktail is also available in non-alcoholic version.

Nothing more natural than a drink exclusive showcases the red gold Baccarat obtained by adding gold salts in molten crystal, intense color and iconic Plaza Athénée. Nothing more natural, moreover, that this cocktail color is enhanced by the pronounced crystal glass Baccarat Harcourt in which it is served. Drink event can be enjoyed throughout the year at the bar at the Plaza Athénée, the Cristal Room Baccarat in Paris, and in B Bars Baccarat in Japan. Really, nothing better to relax after a heavy session window shopping the luxury boutiques in the area.

As part of its asset management strategy, Accor announces the sale Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg for a total value of 113 millions euro (i.e. 769,000 euro per room).2013-02-21Opened in 1979 in the heart of Paris, a few steps from the Champs а-Elysйes, Le Louvre and the opera Garnier, the iconic hotel for 147 guestrooms and suites continues to stay under the management of Accor Group due to a lon term contract. There's a renovation programme scheduled for 2014, but thre hotel will remain open during the whole working period.

The hotel's new owner is Mount Kellet Capital Management LP, a global player for asset management spheare with more than 7 billions dollars assets. General director for Accor Dennis Hennequin comments: " The Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg is the symbolic preperty for the brand. And I am very happy to make a deal with such a quality partner. This will allow us to maintain a long-term ability to manage this flagship hotel for the Group".

The hotel was named as the Best luxury hotel, the Best spa hotel and the Best hotel's restaurant2013-03-01The epitome of luxury and refinement а the french 5 strars luxury hotel has been chosen by more than 300 professionals of international hotel industry. The Parisian palace, a true symbol of luxury, has recieved tree prises as the "Best Hotel Restaurant" for its gourmet restaurant with three Michelin stars, Epicurus; the "Spa of the Year 2012" for the new Spa Le Bristolby La Prairie, and "Best of Hotel of the Year 2012" among all hotels in Europe.

The "European Hospitality Awards" honors the best hotels in Europe in thirteen distinct categories. The awards are presented by world experts in the tourism sector of luxury hotels and Head starred restaurants gathered to elect the most luxurious and the most elegant hotels in Europe.

The judges were impressed by the perfect harmony between the kitchen generous and inventive chef Eric Frechon rules and elegant Epicurus expressly designed recently by renowned architect Pierre-Yves Rochon in collaboration with Maja Oetker.

Bristol is indeed the place of reference for Parisian gastronomy. Eric Frechon, Head of Kitchens of Bristol, surrounded by a team of enthusiasts and the restaurant offers exceptional cuisine that combines quality and creativity.

Spa Le Bristol by La Prairie, as а He stands out for its family spirit which is characterized by a space dedicated to children entertainment: "Friends of Hippolytus".

The American luxury operator Rosewood Hotel and Resorts, A subsidiary of Hong Kong New World Group, is in exclusive negotiations with parisian Hotel de Crillon.2013-03-06The future operator Crillon is not French but Chinese. The U.S. luxury perator Rosewood Hotel and Resorts, a subsidiary of Hong Kong New World Group, is in exclusive negotiations with the owner of the Hotel de Crillon to Saudi take over the management of prestigious hotel in the Place de la Concorde (8th arrondissement of Paris). Discussions should be finalized before the end of the first half of 2013. Sofitel, a subsidiary of French group Acco (which was also in the running) departs this scenario.

Rosewood was preferred as future operator ahead of Sofitel, from the spring of 2015, "under a management contract with long-term guarantees in terms of performance," writes Les Echos. It would be the first property in Paris for Rosewood, a chain founded in 1979 and based in Dallas, which was acquired in July 2011 by the Chinese New World Group.

Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme Open For Hopes Of French Cinema In The Prestigious Prix Romy Schneider and Patrick Dewaere2013-03-14The Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme has announced its honor to work with the best of French cinema during the prestigious Romy Schneider and Patrick Dewaere award, which will be held in the palace in Paris March, 2013.

Since its opening in 2002, the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme, is worldwide well known as one of the most luxurious 5 star hotel in Paris, it has always shown its willingness to highlight the art in all its forms.

The promotion of the art was always important at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme. Thus
the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme is supporting French cinema by hosting the 32 th edition of the Prix Romy Schneider, & Patrick Dewaere, in order to help revealing talents of French cinema.
Price Romy Schneider and Patrick Dewaere at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme,
5 rue de la Paix, 75001 Paris.

The Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme exhibits a permanent collection of contemporary art which brings together internationally renowned artists. Thus we can find in all Palace' areas paintings, sculptures and drawings purchased or commissioned specifically for the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme and perfectly integrated into the design of this unique place. The exhibited works were chosen by the famous gallery Darthea Speyer and Ed Tuttle , the architect of the Palace. There are many artists, sculptures signatures bronze Roseline Granet , paintings by Ed Paschke, works of avant-garde artist Viswanadhan or a painting of a Realistic singular Llyn Foulkes , representing a monumental rock in this collection. So wonder this artistic and luxury place is a hosting a cinema festival.