Historic Hotels and Period Accommodation in and around Paris

Victoria Palace. Paris

A Landmark of Paris� left bank since 1913, The Victoria Palace has maintained the elegance for which it has long been associated (it consistently rates highly on independent travel review websites). Located between Saint-Germain-des-Pr�s and Montparnasse, the hotel has 62 spacious rooms and suites to suit all types of guest, be they seeking a romantic weekend break or visiting the capital on business

The hotel served as a home-from-home for both James Joyce and Italian painter Giorgio De Chirico. Tripadvisor | Expedia | www.lastminute.com

L�Hotel. Paris

This iconic left-bank hotel, set in the heart of St Germain des Pres, was originally part of the Palace of Queen Margot.

Its primary historical aspect, however, is that it was here that Oscar Wilde lived during the last few years of his life and finally died on November 30th 1900. Indeed, it was while in Room 16 of the then Hotel d�Alsace he uttered the famous lines: 'My wallpaper and I are fighting a duel to the death. One or the other of us must go.� The d�cor is much improved these days.

Find out more about L�Hotel (Rue Des Beaux Arts) via TripAdvisor | LateRooms

Hotel d�Angleterre. Paris (Rue Jacob)

Built during the 18th century it once housed the British Embassy, but today the Hotel D�Angleterre provides excellent accommodation for those seeking to explore the historic city of Paris. Located in a quiet corner of the otherwise bustling left bank, the D�Angleterre is situated within a short walk of the Louvre, Notre Dame cathedral, and the banks of the Seine.

On September 3, 1783, the preparation of the Treaty of Paris, proclaiming the independence of the Federal Republic of the United States took place in the building - Benjamin Franklin stayed during that time. Ernest Hemingway also rested here (in Room 14). Tripadvisor

La Relais du Louvre. Paris

Located between Notre Dame and the Louvre, this eighteenth century building has recently been renovated to provide guests with all the modern comforts one expects. Its past, though, is nowhere near as serene as its present day atmosphere. Parts of the hotel once accommodated printing presses used by Revolutionaries, and the ground floor previously housed the popular Caf� Momus where luminaries such as Voltaire and Victor Hugo would gather.

Those interested in opera will no doubt be interested to learn that it was here that Puccini set one of the pivotal scenes of La Boheme. Tripadvisor | Expedia

St. James and Albany. Paris

Despite being close to the centre of bustling Paris, the seventeenth century St. James & Albany - once the home of the Dukes of Noailles - is a haven of tranquility, surrounded by gardens and courtyards. As such, it is the ideal choice of accommodation for those seeking to explore the city while retreating to a quiet haven. The hotel is conveniently located between the Opera, Louvre and Champs Elysees.

The hotel once played host to none other than Marie Antoinette.

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The Ritz. Paris

Certainly one of the world�s most famous hotels, the Ritz Paris began life in the eighteenth century as a private dwelling prior to becoming the head office of a financial institution. It finally opened as a hotel on June 1st 1898, and has since played host to countless international dignitaries.

It goes without saying that The Ritz has a pretty impressive guest book, and amongst the signatures are those of F Scott Fitzgerald, Marcel Proust, Ernest Hemingway and King Edward VII of Great Britain. Tripadvisor | Expedia

More period and historic accommodation in and around Paris

Edouard VII. The only hotel on the Avenue de l�Opera. Formerly patronised by King Edward VII during his time as Prince of Wales. Tripadvisor | Expedia | www.lastminute.com

Exclusive Les Rives Notre Dame. A 16th century mansion offering ten rooms and four-star service. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Grand H�tel de l�Univers. Situated on the rue Gregoire-de-Tours in the Saint Germain des Pres area. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel Bourgogne & Montana. A 32-room, 18th century property centrally located and within walking distance of the Place de la Concorde. Tripadvisor | Expedia | eBookers

Hotel Concorde Saint Lazare. Late 19th century hotel now classified as a national historic monument. Tripadvisor

Hotel d�Aubusson. Early seventeenth century boutique hotel in Saint Germain des Pres area. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel de Buci. Dating back to the 16th century, this is one of Paris� oldest hotels. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel de Crillon. 103 rooms, 39 suites and 5 apartments, this majestic hotel overlooks to Place de la Concorde. Tripadvisor

Hotel de Notre Dame. Seventeenth century building on the rue Maitre Albert. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel des Grands Hommes. An eighteenth century building opposite the Pantheon. The hotel was formerly the home of the artist Andre Breton. Tripadvisor | Expedia

H�tel des Tuileries. Centrally located 18th century mansion offering 26 en suite guest rooms. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel Lancaster. Quiet townhouse hotel, close to the Champs-Elysees. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel Le Clos Medicis. 38 room hotel built in 1773 for the Medicis family. Located at the heart of the Latin Quarter. Tripadvisor | Expedia | LateRooms

Hotel Les Jardins du Luxembourg. Mid-nineteenth century hotel at which Sigmund Freud stayed in 1885. Located close to the Pantheon. Tripadvisor | Expedia | eBookers

Hotel Luxembourg Parc Paris. Highly-rated hotel located within a seventeenth century palace. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel Relais Saint Sulpice. Part of the hotel is a classified national historical monument. Located close to the Palais du Luxembourg. | Expedia

Hotel Relais Saint Germain. Centrally located on the Left Bank, this 17th century hotel offers four-star hospitality. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel Residence des Arts. Situated within an historic 15th century building close to Notre Dame. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Hotel Saint Paul. 17th century former private residence in the city�s Latin Quarter. Tripadvisor

Hotel Washington Opera. The former home of Madame du Pompadour and within a stone�s throw of The Louvre. Expedia

Le Meurice. Favoured by royalty during the late 19th century, Le Meurice benefits from its exceptional position on the rue de Rivoli between the Place de la Concorde and the Louvre. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Pavillon de la Reine. 55 rooms. 4-star hotel located in the Marais District. Tripadvisor | Expedia

Relais Christine. Left Bank hotel located between Saint-Germain-des-Pres and Notre Dame. Tripadvisor | Expedia

St. Gregoire. An eighteenth century mansion now a 20-room, four-star hotel at the heart of the Rive Gauche. Tripadvisor | Expedia

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