{"id":154304,"date":"2022-02-09T17:36:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-09T16:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themust.fr\/the-plaza-athenee-is-a-magnificent-parisian-palace\/"},"modified":"2025-11-20T13:05:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T12:05:32","slug":"the-plaza-athenee-is-a-magnificent-parisian-palace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themust.fr\/en\/the-plaza-athenee-is-a-magnificent-parisian-palace\/","title":{"rendered":"The Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e is a magnificent Parisian palace."},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

The Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e is located on the famous Avenue Montaigne, a hub of Parisian fashion and an international showcase for the most renowned luxury boutiques. The Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es and the Eiffel Tower on the left bank of the Seine are just a few minutes away. Its history is closely linked to that of the House of Dior. It is here that Monsieur Christian Dior used to open his historic boutique just steps away. The Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e belongs to the very exclusive circle of Parisian palaces, such as Le Meurice<\/a> (another Parisian hotel from the Dorchester Collection), the Bristol, Park Hyatt Vend\u00f4me, Four Seasons George V, Mandarin Oriental, Royal Monceau, and Shangri-La.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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The history of the palace.<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1968, another time, another customs. The Od\u00e9on Theater is on fire. On its side, the palace has resisted trends and turned the tide without renouncing its gold: in 1969, the former protocol chief Paul Bougenaux paraded his staff to protest against the threat of the hotel’s sale; in the face of growing competition, significant renovation work was carried out by Franco Cozzo in 1979 and Herv\u00e9 Houdr\u00e9 in 1995.
The twenties, the roaring twenties, after the war. It is time to celebrate and embellish. Architect Jules Lefebvre is responsible for the grand apartments, the Cour Jardin, and the R\u00e9gence and Marie-Antoinette lounges. In 1936, the Relais Plaza restaurant opens: its decoration is entrusted to interior architect Constant Lefranc, who transforms it into an Art Deco temple. 1947! Christian Dior established his fashion house on Avenue Montaigne, near the Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e is the most beautiful palace in the world.<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Just steps away from the Seine and the Eiffel Tower, the Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e truly lives up to its name and is resolutely haute couture, like the most beautiful creations showcased on the nearby runways and in shop windows. From the moment you arrive, you will discover that hospitality and ‘tailor-made’ experiences have been elevated to an art form here: refined decor, restaurants led by Alain Ducasse, festive, intimate, or relaxing spaces – such as the Dior Institut – and personalized service are the hallmarks of this unique Parisian address! Choose the H\u00f4tel Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e from the collection of French palaces. Finally, The Peninsula also boasts the largest spa of any Parisian palace, with a wellness area of over 1,800 square meters. A true invitation to well-being, serenity, and refinement, where the French art of cosmetology and the centuries-old expertise of Asian medicine come together perfectly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Beautiful architecture<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Prestige Room measures 45 m\u00b2 and overlooks the lush courtyard, embodying the refinement of Parisian Belle \u00c9poque. Soft or more intense tones, herringbone parquet flooring, and shimmering brocade fabrics create a bright and warm atmosphere. The spacious bathrooms are entirely marble-clad, featuring double sinks, a bathtub, and a walk-in shower.
On Avenue Montaigne, its famous colorful fa\u00e7ade is instantly recognizable: this magnificent bourgeois building has become a true icon, with its red shutters and geraniums in the windows, creating a vibrant explosion of color that brightens the avenue. Fashionistas come and go in front of Plaza Athena, carrying large bags from the most luxurious ready-to-wear brands. It\u2019s easy to see why fashion fans would leave their luggage at the palace, given the ideal location just steps away from the Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es and the Eiffel Tower.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The H\u00f4tel Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e is part of the very exclusive circle of Parisian palaces. Located in the Golden Triangle, near the Champs-\u00c9lys\u00e9es, it highlights Art Deco and the spirit of haute couture, in harmony with the neighborhood where great designers have settled. A symbol of French hospitality, this extraordinary address offers unparalleled dining and an equally exclusive Dior spa. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":154956,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[676],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-154304","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hotel-en"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nThe Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e is a magnificent Parisian palace. | TheMust.fr<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.themust.fr\/en\/the-plaza-athenee-is-a-magnificent-parisian-palace\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"The Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e is a magnificent Parisian palace. | TheMust.fr\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"The H\u00f4tel Plaza Ath\u00e9n\u00e9e is part of the very exclusive circle of Parisian palaces. 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