HOTEL ALFRED SOMMIER, Paris

Hotel Alfred Sommier - A restored 19th-century mansion with private garden, period features, and Parisian views

Housed in a former sugar industrialist's private mansion, this 5-star Paris hotel features 80 rooms and 17 suites with restored period elements including marble fireplaces, gilded mirrors, and oak flooring. The property's 'Les Caryatides' restaurant, named after two impressive entrance statues, serves meals in a historic dining room adorned with Louis XV decorations and Gien tableware bearing Alfred Sommier's monogram. Five daylight-filled meeting spaces accommodate up to 250 guests, while a private garden offers outdoor dining and relaxation. Located on a quiet street near Madeleine, Hotel Alfred Sommier stands 328.1 ft from high-end shopping at Faubourg Saint-Honoré and major department stores. Guest rooms showcase high ceilings and Hungarian point parquet floors, with select fifth-floor accommodations offering Eiffel Tower views.

Pros

Original 19th-century architectural details preserved throughout, including gilded woodwork and period cornices

Private entrance for event guests, separate from the main hotel lobby

High-speed fiber optic internet (100MB) with secure access in all meeting spaces

Guerlain bathroom amenities and in-house laundry service

Cons

Some rooms face busy city streets rather than the garden

Limited fitness facilities compared to similarly rated properties