HOTEL DE SERS

Panoramic Suite at Hôtel De Sers - Photograph by Adrien Ozouf

Tucked away in the heart of Paris' golden triangle, in the prestigious 8th arrondissement, we arrived at the Hôtel de Sers, an establishment rich in history. It was once the private residence of Henri-Léopold Charles, Marquis de Sers, who commissioned this classic four-story Haussmannian mansion to be built in 1880, and was said to be favoured for entertaining Parisian high society. Even today, the hotel retains the intimacy of a grand private residence. Upon entering, the impressive lobby opens into a 22-meter-long portrait gallery of the Marquis de Sers' lineage, where a grand, sweeping staircase ascends at the midpoint of the promenade, anchoring the space with remnants of old-world grandeur.

Back in the present day, the hotel recently emerged from a full-scale renovation by interior designer Pascal Allaman and owners Anne and Agathe Jousse. Their approach was more about extending the house's soul rather than transforming it; preserving and restoring old curtains and furnishings rather than replacing them. The space is intentionally intimate; it feels more residential, like stepping into a private Parisian home than a typical hotel.

Words by Alton Hetariki.

Situated perfectly for exploring Paris, The Hôtel De Sers is just a few steps away from the Champs-Élysées, while the boutiques of Avenue Montaigne and the cultural treasures of the Grand Palais are practically at your doorstep. The moment you step outside, you can't help but feel dialled in to the pulse of Paris. But that's outside; back inside, you are blissfully cocooned in elegance and serene calm.

With 43 rooms and nine suites, each space is cultivated with an atmosphere of quiet, lived-in luxury, light oak parquet flooring, made-to-measure furniture in wenge wood,  wraparound furniture with rounded shapes. On the walls, stretched black fabrics feature Japanese motifs or stylised landscapes with coppery highlights. On the floor, large geometric rugs and curtains in velvet, cognac or beige linen, reinforce the hushed atmosphere. Over half of the guest rooms now boast private balconies, some offering highly coveted postcard-worthy views of the Eiffel Tower. 

Fortunately, we were here for the Panoramic Suite, a hidden gem perched at the very top of the hotel. Bathed in light, it was conceived as an apartment to be suspended above the rooftops of Paris like a glass and stone observatory. The extended balcony offers breathtaking, sweeping panoramic views over the Eiffel Tower, the Cathédrale Américaine de Paris, the domes of Les Invalides, and even the distant silhouette of the Sacré-Cœur are all framed by classic Parisian mansard-style rooftops. The view is unbeatable, and so quintessentially Paris. Capturing the city’s skyline for our Cinema issue from the Panoramic Suite’s balcony was a dream.

Marquis Apartment - Photograph by Adrien Ozouf

Guests can enjoy breakfast on the patio courtyard under a modular glass roof, hanging vines give it the sense of a tropical greenhouse, with natural daylight streaming in through all four seasons. Nestled in the heart of the hotel, the newly-renovated wellness area is a haven designed for guests to reconnect and relax. Offering a wide array of amenities, including a fitness room, sauna, and massage suite.

Restaurant Hôtel De Sers. Photographs by Adrien Ozouf

The service at Hôtel de Sers is a stand-out feature, highlighted by a seasoned team of expert concierges and led by a prestigious Clefs d’Or member. The hotel prides itself on offering a bespoke service of unscripted itineraries. The staff are dedicated to creating your ideal, individual Parisian experience, from securing a coveted last-minute table at a hidden bistro to meticulously arranging an exclusive private gallery tour. Hôtel de Sers doesn't just display luxury; instead, it whispers it through every meticulously tailored detail and quiet corner. Respectfully honouring its aristocratic past while embracing the present, offering guests the unique pleasure of feeling both at home and thoroughly indulged. In a city celebrated for its legendary addresses, Hôtel de Sers secures its place not through grandeur alone but with an abundance of grace, discretion, and an unwavering dedication to style.

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Deluxe Rooms - Photographs by Adrien Ozouf