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Among the 20 districts within Paris, the Eighth Arrondissement is where the famous French ruler Napoleon Bonaparte is most remembered, and where Hotel Napoleon Paris is located. His Arc de Triomphe tribunal attracts droves of visitors who shop along the Champs-Élysées and is a short walk from the centrally located hotel.
Hotel Napoleon has a charming story behind it as well. A wealthy Russian traveler, Alexander Pavlovich Kliaguine, presented the place in 1928 to his bride, a young French woman he met and fell in love with while at a literary salon — her portrait is a warm welcome to hotel guests upon arrival.
After a few days in the elegant property, you too will fall head over heels — only this time it’ll be because of beautiful wingback chairs and exquisite meals.
Hotel Napoleon has a charming story behind it as well. A wealthy Russian traveler, Alexander Pavlovich Kliaguine, presented the place in 1928 to his bride, a young French woman he met and fell in love with while at a literary salon — her portrait is a warm welcome to hotel guests upon arrival.
After a few days in the elegant property, you too will fall head over heels — only this time it’ll be because of beautiful wingback chairs and exquisite meals.
Our Inspector's Highlights
- The classical décor is unique within each room and the feel is meant to emulate that of a stay in a private mansion. The hallway walls are decorated in multi-colored striped velvet with interior soundproofing material.
- Though the area is brimming with eateries begging to be explored, the hotel’s Le 1807 serves elegant French cuisine in a stylish art-deco inspired setting.
- While there is no spa, massages may be arranged in the room, if staying in a Junior Suite or higher accommodation category.
Things to Know
- People-watching is best performed while seated at the terrace outside the entrance.
- References to the hotel's namesake can be found everywhere. A copy of the Louvre’s famous Coronation of Napoléon painting hangs over the fireplace. A nearby hallway is adorned with several quirky portraits of Napoleon’s canines, each dressed in full military uniform. There’s also a framed family tree that shows the extensive connections in Napoleon’s bloodline.
- Errol Flynn, Ernest Hemingway, Salvador Dali, Miles Davis and Ella Fitzgerald were frequent guests of the Paris hotel.
The Rooms
- Expect rich tapestries and lines, gold accessories and pops of bold colors in the rooms. All of the beds are crowned with majestic canopies known in Paris as ciel de lit.
- Marble sinks and floors add glamour to the spacious bathrooms. While the Nuxe toiletries add a refreshing, luxuriously scented touch to your day.
- The first floor has two Terrace and two Avenue Terrace Junior Suites boasting private balconies with street views, but the top floor's three Eiffel Junior Suites are the prime spot to see the sparkling Eiffel Tower.
- The hotel features a total of 96 accommodations, 39 rooms and 57 suites.
The Restaurant
- Le 1807 serves French fare for breakfast, lunch and brunch along with creative cocktails. There’s also an outdoor terrace where you can view Parisian street life while sipping a cocktail or tea.
- After you’ve conquered the city, take a load off at the bar with one of the featured champagne cocktails, such as the Joséphine, made with Chambord liquor, Besserat de Bellefon Champagne, lime and red fruits coulis.
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