A Voyage Through Excellence
"From the mist-shrouded peaks of the Alps to the sun-bleached stones of the Riviera, this collection curates the finest establishments in French history."
Ritz Paris
Place Vendome, Paris
Established by Cesar Ritz in 1898. This Neoclassical palace on Place Vendome has hosted Coco Chanel and Ernest Hemingway for decades. It remains the absolute standard of French high society service.
Four Seasons Hotel George V
Champs-Elysees, Paris
An Art Deco landmark steps from the Champs-Elysees, celebrated for its elaborate floral installations by Jeff Leatham. The cellar houses 50,000 bottles, complementing its three Michelin-starred dining.
Le Bristol Paris
Faubourg Saint-Honore, Paris
The first hotel to receive the "Palace" distinction. It features a rare 13,000-square-foot private garden in the heart of Paris and a rooftop pool resembling the interior of a 1920s yacht.
The Peninsula Paris
Near Arc de Triomphe, Paris
A meticulous restoration of a 1908 building that blends Parisian glamour with modern technology. It boasts the largest standard rooms in the city and a panoramic rooftop terrace.
Plaza Athenee
Avenue Montaigne, Paris
Distinguished by its signature red awnings and geraniums on Avenue Montaigne. This address is historically linked to Christian Dior and remains the center of Haute Couture fashion week.
Le Meurice
Tuileries Garden, Paris
Facing the Tuileries Garden, this hotel was the favorite haunt of Salvador Dali for thirty years. Philippe Starck recently reimagined its 18th-century opulence with surrealist touches.
Shangri-La Hotel Paris
Paris
The former home of Prince Roland Bonaparte. This architectural gem offers an imperial heritage and some of the most private, direct views of the Eiffel Tower from its rooms.
Mandarin Oriental Paris
Rue Saint-Honore, Paris
A sanctuary of modern elegance on Rue Saint-Honore, built around a lush courtyard camellia garden. It fuses contemporary Parisian fashion with subtle oriental refinement.
Hotel de Crillon
Place de la Concorde, Paris
A masterpiece of 18th-century architecture commissioned by Louis XV. Overlooking Place de la Concorde, it has witnessed the course of French history while offering an intimate residential atmosphere.
Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
Paris
Steps from the Arc de Triomphe, this contemporary palace is known for its art gallery, private cinema, and vibrant design by Philippe Starck that breaks traditional codes.
Hotel Negresco
Nice
The distinct pink dome on the Promenade des Anglais. A National Historic Landmark housing a museum-quality art collection spanning five centuries, from Louis XIII to modern street art.
InterContinental Carlton Cannes
Cannes
The undisputed star of the Croisette. A Belle Epoque icon that has hosted film legends for decades, celebrated for its twin cupolas which are said to be modeled after La Belle Otero.
Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc
Antibes
A secluded paradise on the Cap d'Antibes that defined the Riviera lifestyle. Famous for its saltwater infinity pool hewn into the rock and its legendary pine grove alley.
Les Sources de Caudalie
Bordeaux
Located among the vineyards of Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte. This estate pioneered the Vinotherapie spa concept, blending the richness of the vine with bucolic luxury.
La Reserve Ramatuelle
Saint-Tropez
Perched in the hills above the Mediterranean, offering a sleek, modernist escape from the Saint-Tropez crowds. Designed to harmonize with the fragrant pine landscape.
Chateau de la Chevre d'Or
Eze
A collection of stone houses scattered throughout the medieval village of Eze. Offers vertigo-inducing views of the coastline and fragrant terraced gardens suspended between sky and sea.
Imperial Palace
Annecy
A majestic Belle Epoque building on the shores of Lake Annecy, surrounded by a wooded park. Combines the fresh air of the Alps with the elegance of a casino resort.
Chateau de Bagnols
Near Lyon
A fortress with a soul. This 13th-century golden stone castle in the Beaujolais vineyards features a moat, drawbridge, and frescoes, offering a genuine journey back to the Renaissance.
Hotel La Martinique
Martinique
A tropical haven embodying the Creole spirit, where French sophistication meets the warmth of the Caribbean. Features colonial architecture surrounded by lush botanical gardens.
Hotel Fort-de-France
Martinique
Located in the vibrant heart of the capital, facing La Savane park. A historic gathering place blending urban energy with the laid-back charm of the French West Indies.
The Spirit of Place
France defines hospitality not merely as a service, but as a fine art. From the gilded salons of the Parisian "Palace" hotels to the sun-drenched retreats of the Riviera and the colonial estates of the Overseas Territories, each destination in this archive tells a story of aristocracy, artistry, and the timeless French "Art of Living."