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The five-star Crillon, with 103 guest rooms and 44 suites, occupies one of two identical stone buildings, divided by the [[rue Royale]], constructed in 1758 under the auspices of architect [[Louis François Trouard]] as a result of a commission from [[Louis XV of France|King Louis XV]]. Initially, both structures were built as government offices, and the eastern one continues to this day as Headquarters of the ''Royale'', the [[French Navy]]. |
The five-star Crillon, with 103 guest rooms and 44 suites, occupies one of two identical stone buildings, divided by the [[rue Royale]], constructed in 1758 under the auspices of architect [[Louis François Trouard]] as a result of a commission from [[Louis XV of France|King Louis XV]]. Initially, both structures were built as government offices, and the eastern one continues to this day as Headquarters of the ''Royale'', the [[French Navy]]. |
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In 1788, François-Félix-Dorothee Berton des Balbes, the Count of Crillon, acquired the hotel, only to have it confiscated shortly thereafter by the government of the [[French Revolution]]. It was eventually returned to the Count of Crillon's family who ran it until 1907, at which time it underwent a two-year-long refurbishing by the [[Société du Louvre]] under the supervision of architect [[Gabriel-Hippolyte Destailleur]]. Until 2005, through the Concorde Hotels & Resorts, the Crillon was part of the Société du Louvre whose shares are listed on the [[Paris Stock Exchange]] and was controlled by the [[Taittinger family]] holding company. Thereafter, Starwood Capital(US based company) bought the hotel from the former Taittinger group in 2005, saying it wanted to launch a luxury hotel chain under the Crillon brand, but in 2008 the group changed strategy and said it wanted to sell its luxury assets. As of 2010, many rumours surronded the hotel over Arabic interests in purchase throughout the years, as well as publicized court disputes with JJW Marriot throughout 2009. Ultimately on November 1, 2010 the Le Figaro newspaper has reported that a sale is in its final negotiations to a Saudi group related to the Saudi Arabian Royal Family. |
In 1788, François-Félix-Dorothee Berton des Balbes, the Count of Crillon, acquired the hotel, only to have it confiscated shortly thereafter by the government of the [[French Revolution]]. It was eventually returned to the Count of Crillon's family who ran it until 1907, at which time it underwent a two-year-long refurbishing by the [[Société du Louvre]] under the supervision of architect [[Gabriel-Hippolyte Destailleur]]. Until 2005, through the Concorde Hotels & Resorts, the Crillon was part of the Société du Louvre whose shares are listed on the [[Paris Stock Exchange]] and was controlled by the [[Taittinger family]] holding company. Thereafter, Starwood Capital(US based company) bought the hotel from the former Taittinger group in 2005, saying it wanted to launch a luxury hotel chain under the Crillon brand, but in 2008 the group changed strategy and said it wanted to sell its luxury assets. As of 2010, many rumours surronded the hotel over Arabic interests in purchase throughout the years, as well as publicized court disputes with JJW Marriot throughout 2009. Ultimately on November 1, 2010 the Le Figaro newspaper has reported that a sale is in its final negotiations to a Saudi group related to the Saudi Arabian Royal Family. On November 23, 2010 the French online newsource 'Challenges.fr' reported the sale of the Crillon to the Saudi Arabian royal family member Prince Mitab Ben Abdalah ben Abd al-Aziz Al Saoud<ref>http://www.challenges.fr/actualites/entreprises/20101122.CHA0415/le_crillon_vendu_au_fils_du_roi_darabie_saoudite.html</ref> |
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==Special Events== |
==Special Events== |
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The Hotel Crillon hosts many events within its multiple conference and meeting rooms. This includes repeating annual events such as hosting the cocktail hour of the European Private Equity Conference. The hotel is also a magnet for some music and |
The Hotel Crillon hosts many events within its multiple conference and meeting rooms. This includes repeating annual events such as hosting the cocktail hour of the European Private Equity Conference. The hotel is also a magnet for some music and Hollywood celebrities, including those in Paris to attend movie openings or performances(e.g. The 'Twilight' cast in 2008). |
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In the past, the Crillon has been the location of the little known annual 'Bal des Débutantes' (Debutante Ball). |
In the past, the Crillon has been the location of the little known annual 'Bal des Débutantes' (Debutante Ball). |
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Revision as of 07:45, 28 November 2010
| Hôtel de Crillon | |
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 Hôtel de Crillon | |
  Location within Paris | |
| General information | |
| Location | Paris, France |
| Address | 10, place de la Concorde 75008 Paris, France |
| Owner | Concorde Hotels & Resorts |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Louis François Trouard Gabriel-Hippolyte Destailleur |
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| Number of rooms | 103 |
| Number of suites | 44 |
| Website | |
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The Hôtel de Crillon in Paris is one of the oldest luxury hotels in the world. It is located at the foot of the Champs-Élysées on the north side of Place de la Concorde.
History
The five-star Crillon, with 103 guest rooms and 44 suites, occupies one of two identical stone buildings, divided by the rue Royale, constructed in 1758 under the auspices of architect Louis François Trouard as a result of a commission from King Louis XV. Initially, both structures were built as government offices, and the eastern one continues to this day as Headquarters of the Royale, the French Navy.
In 1788, François-Félix-Dorothee Berton des Balbes, the Count of Crillon, acquired the hotel, only to have it confiscated shortly thereafter by the government of the French Revolution. It was eventually returned to the Count of Crillon's family who ran it until 1907, at which time it underwent a two-year-long refurbishing by the Société du Louvre under the supervision of architect Gabriel-Hippolyte Destailleur. Until 2005, through the Concorde Hotels & Resorts, the Crillon was part of the Société du Louvre whose shares are listed on the Paris Stock Exchange and was controlled by the Taittinger family holding company. Thereafter, Starwood Capital(US based company) bought the hotel from the former Taittinger group in 2005, saying it wanted to launch a luxury hotel chain under the Crillon brand, but in 2008 the group changed strategy and said it wanted to sell its luxury assets. As of 2010, many rumours surronded the hotel over Arabic interests in purchase throughout the years, as well as publicized court disputes with JJW Marriot throughout 2009. Ultimately on November 1, 2010 the Le Figaro newspaper has reported that a sale is in its final negotiations to a Saudi group related to the Saudi Arabian Royal Family. On November 23, 2010 the French online newsource 'Challenges.fr' reported the sale of the Crillon to the Saudi Arabian royal family member Prince Mitab Ben Abdalah ben Abd al-Aziz Al Saoud[1]
Special Events
The Hotel Crillon hosts many events within its multiple conference and meeting rooms. This includes repeating annual events such as hosting the cocktail hour of the European Private Equity Conference. The hotel is also a magnet for some music and Hollywood celebrities, including those in Paris to attend movie openings or performances(e.g. The 'Twilight' cast in 2008). In the past, the Crillon has been the location of the little known annual 'Bal des Débutantes' (Debutante Ball).
48°52′02″N 2°19′17″E / 48.86722°N 2.32139°E
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