Hôtel Napoléon: Elegance and French art de vivre a stone’s throw from the Champs-Élysées

Just a few meters from the Arc de Triomphe, Hôtel Napoléon embodies discreet charm and Parisian refinement. This 5-star hotel combines comfort, excellent service and a prestigious address.
The establishment is located at 40 avenue de Friedland, in the heart of the 8ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. Its position is ideal for exploring the capital. Step outside to the Champs-Élysées, as well as Avenue Montaigne and Faubourg Saint-Honoré. The Charles-de-Gaulle – Étoile metro station is just a minute’s walk away, providing easy access to the main Parisian districts.

A Parisian story so romantic

The story goes that in 1928, a wealthy Russian businessman, Alexander Pavlovich Klyagin, had this mansion built. Architect Henri Porteau designed the sober, elegant lines, inspired by the Empire style. But behind the facade lay an entirely different story – that of a gift of love. Kliaguine is said to have given this hotel to his French wife for their wedding. A gift in keeping with the passions of the time, when Paris was turning heads and beating hearts. This romantic impulse gave birth to a singular place: neither quite a palace, nor quite a home, but an address inhabited by a soul.

The years have passed, but the charm remains. In the patinated gilded salons, you can imagine the conversations of yesteryear, the hushed whispers of the artists and writers who have stayed here. The establishment has since welcomed figures from the artistic and literary worlds: Ernest Hemingway, Salvador Dalí and Joséphine Baker. This past gives the hotel a special soul, that of a private residence where history and modernity meet. The decor, inspired by the Empire style, blends woodwork, gilding and a hushed atmosphere.

Rooms and suites: the intimacy of a Parisian home

As soon as you open the door, you realize that luxury isn’t imposed here, it’s invited. The softly-toned corridors exude a discreet, almost familiar fragrance. You’ll find yourself slowing your pace, watching the light filter through the woodwork.
In the 96 rooms and suites, every detail seems designed to soften your stay. The hotel offers 11 categories of rooms and suites, from the Junior Suite to the Suite Avenue, to suit everyone’s needs, some offering a private balcony overlooking the beautiful Avenue de Friedland, a private terrace, a quiet courtyard view, or a magnificent view of the Eiffel Tower. Superior Rooms, from 17 to 23 m², offer enveloping comfort: silky fabrics, generous pillows. In the Suites Impériale, space opens up, revealing almost unreal views of the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. It’s like settling into a Parisian apartment, with that rare feeling of being both elsewhere and at home.

The furniture, in dark or light wood depending on the mood, evokes the interiors of yesteryear without ever lapsing into nostalgia. The bathrooms, all in light-colored marble, invite you to relax. Some offer a deep bathtub, others an Italian shower, always with the same attention to detail. Silence is a luxury in its own right. Here, even the beating heart of the VIIIᵉ arrondissement seems to stand at a distance. Wi-Fi is fast, air-conditioning is adjustable, and room service keeps watch day and night. Families can opt for interconnecting rooms, while couples will prefer those with balconies opening onto the rooftops of Paris.In the morning, when the light invites itself into the room, you understand what “l’esprit maison” means. Everything is measured, discreet, but exquisitely right. Hôtel Napoléon doesn’t try to impress: it welcomes, it soothes, it offers everyone their own Parisian interlude.

Bar 1807: gastronomy and gourmet moments

At the heart of the hotel, Bar 1807 is a chic and welcoming place to live. Enjoy a generous breakfast, a light lunch or a Parisian aperitif. The menu features seasonal produce and revisited French classics.
Every Sunday, the brunch attracts a loyal clientele: Besserat de Bellefon champagne, Petrossian salmon, foie gras, fine pastries… The buffet is as elegant as it is copious. Attentive, smiling service prolongs the pleasure.
The establishment also offers flexible meeting rooms for private or professional events. Modern equipment and bright surroundings create an atmosphere that’s both studious and relaxed.

Gift sets: a chic interlude for yourself

Hôtel Napoléon offers a refined selection of gift boxes for elegant experiences. Signature Gift Boxes include the ” Parenthèse Parisienne ” (approx. €540 for two), the “Escapade de Joséphine” (€690) with romantic night, dinner and champagne, and the “Rêve Impérial” (€3,590), which combines a sumptuous suite, private dinner and duo massage. On the catering side, there are also “Gastronomie” packages such as the “Elixir Napoléon” (€48/2 people) for cocktails at Bar 1807, the “Brunch de l’Empereur” (€140/2), and “Le Festin de Napoléon” (€150/2) for a three-course meal with wine. Finally, personalized gift vouchers offer a free amount that can be used for any type of service.

The Parisian charm of made-to-measure service

What really sets Hôtel Napoléon apart is the quality of its service. Clefs d’Or concierges are on hand to book restaurants, shows and private transfers. Valet parking and a luggage storage service complete the picture.
The hotel remains one of the few independent establishments in Paris, giving it a singular, sincere identity. Every detail is designed to create a human bond, a warmth that you feel as soon as you arrive.
To stay at the Hôtel Napoléon is to experience Paris differently. In a setting where luxury is expressed with restraint, where the staff welcomes you as a guest rather than a client. A place to recommend to those who seek excellence in discretion.

Practical information

Hôtel Napoléon – 40, avenue de Friedland, 75008 Paris
Metro and RER Charles-de-Gaulle – Étoile (lines 1, 2, 6 and RER A)
5-star independent hotel
+33 (0)1 56 68 43 21
[email protected]
www.hotelnapoleon.com
Rates: from €350 per night, depending on season and room category
Check-in: from 3 pm Check-out: until 12 am
Services: high-speed Wi-Fi, Clefs d’Or concierge service, valet parking, room service, fitness area, 1807 restaurant & bar, meeting rooms.
Sunday brunch: 12 noon to 2:30 pm – €70 per adult.

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