Haussmannian family showpiece
A grand nineteenth-century hôtel particulier where monumental stone caryatids lead to a quiet courtyard garden hidden steps from La Madeleine.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
An 1860 Haussmannian family mansion featuring preserved gilded mouldings, original trumeaux, and monumental stone caryatids.
Notable
Restored Second Empire interiors by Joseph-Michel Le Soufaché featuring Hungarian-point oak parquet, carved marble mantels, and gilded cornices.
Notable
Attentive Clefs d'Or concierge service, private garden dining, and quiet suites overlooking Parisian zinc rooftops.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on Rue de l'Arcade, the hotel sits moments from Place de la Madeleine and within an easy walk of Palais Garnier.
The rooms
Herringbone oak parquet and carved marble fireplaces anchor tall rooms, while top-floor suites look out over classic zinc rooftops.
Gym and massage
The 24-hour fitness room is lined with mirrors, and a dedicated cabin hosts Hysope Paris massage rituals.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Les Caryatides
Tables sit under a glass conservatory canopy or inside the historic salon, serving seasonal French dishes beside the garden.
At the table
The bar occupies the mansion's former smoking room, pouring drinks that can be taken into the leafy courtyard garden.
How it began
Sugar industrialist Alfred Sommier built the mansion in 1860, and his direct descendant reopened the family residence as a hotel.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.