Hôtel Alfred Sommier

5 Star Hotel

8.7

Élysée (8th), Paris

About Hôtel Alfred Sommier

Set in an 1860 Haussmannian hôtel particulier, Hôtel Alfred Sommier delivers intimate five‑star hospitality with restored period interiors and a private walled garden. Signature features include a sweeping marble staircase and a glass‑roofed dining salon, crafted for discerning travelers.

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 12:00

Breakfast

Continental, Buffet

Hotel Information

Full Address

20 Rue de l'Arcade, 8th arr., 75008 Paris, France

Neighborhood

Élysée (8th)

Guest Rating

8.7/10

Hotel Amenities & Features

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Wellness

Fitness centre

On-site fitness room open 24 hours a day (24-hour gym available to guests).

Wellness treatments (massage, facial, hydrotherapy, etc.)

On-site beauty and massage treatment room operated in partnership with HYSOPE PARIS; treatments and massages available on request via concierge.

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Dining

Fine dining restaurant(s)

Les Caryatides: historic dining room and canopy serving breakfast, lunch and dinner; restaurant opens onto the private garden and may be extended to the Louis XV Salon or terraces; family/owner-led menu and 'owner's table' experience available by reservation.

Bar / lounge

Bar occupying the former smokehouse; opens onto the private garden with an intimate, historic lounge atmosphere (bar open to non-residents; evening hours listed on site).

Rooftop bar / terrace dining

Privatisable rooftop (Paname rooftop, ~60 m²) and multiple terraces/garden areas that can be used for dining or events with panoramic views of Paris monuments; garden and terraces also extend the restaurant for outdoor dining.

Private dining room

Historic salons, the restaurant and private garden/terraces can be privatised for private dining and events; 'owner's table' private lunch/dinner with the hotel's owner available by reservation.

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Unique Features

Historical building / heritage architecture

Located in a restored 19th‑century 'hôtel particulier' (built 1860) with preserved period salons and classified elements (Salon Doré and caryatids linked to historical heritage); hotel conversion completed in 2018.

Art or curated design collection

Hotel displays a curated collection (family portraits, busts, tapestries and large mounted photographic/textile works by artists including Nicolas d'Ursel and Fabien de Cugnac) integrated into the interior and garden façades.

Prime location (landmark adjacent, riverfront, iconic neighbourhood)

Situated near Place de la Madeleine in Paris 8th arrondissement, within walking distance of Opéra Garnier, Champs‑Élysées and major department stores (Printemps, Galeries Lafayette); central business and landmark neighbourhood.

Sustainability / eco-certified operations

Hotel publishes a sustainability program: district heating/cooling with a reported share of renewable energy, LED lighting, water-saving measures, selective waste sorting, progressive elimination of single-use plastics, local/seasonal sourcing for breakfast and 2023 internalization of laundry to reduce transport and consumption.

Exclusive access (e.g. members-only club)

‘Alfred's Circle’ — curated, concierge‑arranged access to an exclusive collection of châteaux, vineyards and private estates (private visits, guided experiences and access/overnight stays arranged on request).

Panoramic or landmark views

Privatisable rooftop 'Paname' and select event/room configurations provide panoramic views over Paris monuments; some suites/rooms can offer views toward the Eiffel Tower and Montmartre for events or photo shoots.

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