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.
HistoryBuilt 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.
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.
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)
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.
