Paris at Its Most Poetic: Hotel Maison Albar - Le Vendome

 

Just steps from the Opéra Garnier and the storied boulevard Haussmann, Maison Albar - Le Vendome is more than just a five-star hotel, it is a sanctuary of French elegance reborn with contemporary artistry. Nestled in Paris's chic 9th arrondissement, this hotel retreat marries history with modern luxury, offering guests an experience that is both intimate and unforgettable.

Maison Albar - Le Vendome occupies a landmark once home to the famed cabaret-restaurant Lyon d’Or, a glittering haunt of 19th-century Parisian society. Today, its grandeur has been lovingly reinterpreted by renowned architect Fabien Roque and Atelier COS, preserving the Belle Époque charm while layering in sleek modern sophistication. From the restored wood-paneled façade to the poetic lobby art installations, like Philippe Buil’s golden lion sculpture and Marc Dannaud’s ash-and-gold mural—, very detail nods to the past while embracing the present.

With 51 rooms and suites, the hotel maintains a private residential feel. Each room is a carefully curated blend of white marble, emerald tones, and gold-accented furnishings, offering a serene refuge from the city's buzz. The Suite Opéra offers dazzling views of the Opéra Garnier’s dome, while the Suite Vendome, tucked under the eaves, invites guests to bathe under a skylight and stargaze in bed, a pure Parisian romance.

Rare in central Paris, the hotel features a tranquil interior garden designed by Les Jardins de Gally. This lush oasis brings a breath of nature to the heart of the capital. Contrasting its historical street façade, the garden side reveals a strikingly modern checkerboard of black oriels and white Corian, creating a visual symphony of time and style.

Maison Albar - Le Vendome seduces gourmands with Yakuza by Olivier, its in-house dining destination where Japanese street art meets Mediterranean elegance. Here, master sushi chefs slice and roll at an open counter while diners sip cocktails facing the garden. The menu offers a daring fusion of Japanese precision and Mediterranean soul, ideal for both adventurous palates and romantic dinners.

The 350 m2  Spa Vendome is a temple to relaxation. Beneath a skylit ceiling, guests can indulge in La Colline facials, signature massages, and a suite of rejuvenating treatments. A sensory shower, hammam, fitness studio, and a dreamy indoor pool complete the offering: ideal for recharging after a day of Parisian exploration.

With its central location and soulfully luxurious atmosphere, Maison Albar - Le Vendome is the kind of place you dream of when you dream of Paris. It offers the warmth of a family home with the indulgence of a grand hotel artfully tailored for lovers, aesthetes, and wanderers who value beauty in every detail.