Don’t leave Paris without having visited its splendid permanent collections or its fascinating temporary exhibitions !

Hotel near the Louvre: welcome to the Hotel Britannique

An absolute must if you are staying at the Hotel Britannique :

With almost 9 million people passing through its doors each year, the Louvre Museum is the most visited museum in the world. If it attracts so many art lovers, it is above all because it houses 3500 remarkable works some of which date back to Antiquity.

Every region of the world is represented, with paintings and sculptures created in Europe as well as some exceptional works from the Near East and Asia.

The world-famous paintings on display at the Louvre include the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci (1503-1506), as well as Liberty Leading the People by Eugène Delacroix (1830) and the the Raft of the Medusa by Theodore Géricault (1819).

How to get to the Musée du Louvre?

• By metro: Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre station, lines 1 and 7
• By bus: lines no. 21, 24, 27, 39, 48, 68, 69, 72, 81 and 95
• By bike: Velib’ stations 2 place André Malraux, 165 rue Saint-Honoré, 5 rue de l’Echelle, and 186 rue Saint-Honoré
• By boat: Louvre stop with the Batobus, on Quai François Mitterrand
• Museum opening times: Open every day from 9 am to 6 pm, Wednesdays and Fridays until 9.45 pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
• Further information : Musée du Louvre

Romantic hotel in Paris: choose the Hotel Britannique

If you are dreaming of a romantic hotel in Paris for Valentine’s Day ? then prepare to fall for the charms of our Special Romantic Package. Thanks to this original offer, you will find a bottle of champagne, roses and chocolates awaiting you in your suite. From the moment you arrive at the Hotel Britannique, the staff will do all they can to make your stay magical!

For Valentine’s Day, your wedding anniversary, or your honeymoon, we will be delighted to create with you the perfect romantic break. Share your ideas with us and we’ll take care of the rest!

During your stay at the Hotel Britannique take time to discover the capital’s nearby emblematic bridges: they are the perfect places for a romantic stroll and some souvenir photos. On the Pont des Arts, over the years lovers have left thousands of padlocks of all shapes and colours as a declaration of their eternal love!

On the Pont de l’Archevêché, you can have your photo taken with the Notre-Dame as a backdrop. Finally, cross the Leopold Sedar Senghor footbridge covered in Brazilian exotic wood and leading directly to the Tuileries Garden, the perfect place for a picturesque walk, hand in hand of course.

Hotel Britannique: why choose the Junior Suite?

Like all the rooms at the Hotel Britannique, our Junior Suite will appeal to you for its charming decor, its luxury bed, the numerous stylish little touches as well as its designer-style bathroom. In this room, as spacious at it is intimate, available from €304 a night, you will appreciate the harmony of the tones and the subtle lighting which enhances the various shades of beige, yellow and red, bestowing on the room a warm and relaxing atmosphere.

A perfect mix of comfort, elegance and generous dimensions, the Junior Suite also boasts the full range of facilities for your enjoyment: Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, flat-screen television, courtesy tray, Annick Goutal welcome products, soft towels and dressing gowns.

Canaletto-Guardi: almost fifty works on display

This highly informative Canaletto-Guardi exhibition is divided into six sections. The first looks back at the origins of the veduta genre – this very realistic pictorial art, based on the precise representation of perspectives and topographic details – and the early career of Canaletto, influenced by his illustrious predecessors.

The exhibition continues with a side-by-side comparison of works by Canaletto-Guardi, who began his career a few years later, to highlight their similarities as well as their differences. Venetian squares and canals are painted in amazing detail and with a remarkable representation of the light at different times of the day.

The third section is devoted to the triumph of Guardi and his most emblematic works. The visitor is then invited to reflect on works evoking the allure of the lagoon, Venetian festivals and ceremonies and the capricci, fascinating imaginary views of the city.

Canaletto-Guardi at the Jacquemart-André Museum – Official Website

Grand Tasting: a preview of the programme

The Grand Tasting is first and foremost a gathering of dozens of exhibitors representing all of France’s winegrowing regions and listed in the famous Guide Bettane & Desseauve des Vins de France. Among them, you will find wineries whose reputations are well-established brought together in the tasting area. You can also discover talented up-and-coming winegrowers and high quality estates from lesser-known appellations taking centre stage at the round tables.

The Grand Tasting also organises a number of exceptional events, led by leading wine experts. If you want to learn how to pair food and wine, take part in the Gourmet Workshops! If you would love to listen to a top winegrower talk about his creations, don’t miss the Master Class! And if you want to learn all about a particular appellation, the School of Terroirs is for you!

Grand Tasting Official Video

More Informations on : Grand Tasting 2012 Official Website

Hotel Britannique: the anti-crisis remedy!

To take advantage of our best rates, book your stay directly on our website! Valid exclusively online, our 3-night package enables you to make up to 5% savings on any stay of 3 nights or more at the Hotel Britannique. The cost of a single room falls from €176 to €167 a night, the classic double room is €215 instead of €226, and the Classic King Size room is €229 rather than €241. Don’t miss this chance of an extremely comfortable stay at very attractive prices at the heart of historical Paris!

Book Now and get the Best Rates for the Hotel Britannique

Hotel Britannique: with its charming decor

After a day of strolling hand-in-hand through the city, nothing beats the comfort of the Junior Suite at the Hotel Britannique to relax and unwind. The large, air-conditioned and fully soundproofed room offers modern amenities, luxurious bedding and a warm and stylish decor that makes every intimate moment an unforgettable one! And to make your stay even more pleasant, you can avail of our Romance Package which includes roses, chocolates, fruit and champagne.

Paris fashion week: 9 days of catwalk shows in the city

Every day, numerous catwalk shows are held throughout the city: museums, hotels, shopping centres and other unusual places welcome fashionistas from around the world who gather to preview the latest creations of the great fashion houses. Dior, Jean Paul Gaultier, Hermes, Yves Saint Laurent and Givenchy: all of the top brands will be present in Paris to unveil their latest collections! Paris Fashion Week also introduces young talented designers who will probably influence tomorrow’s fashion trends…

Fashion Week Ready to wear 2012

Tuesday 25/09> Wednesday 03/10
Spring Summer 2013

Hotel Britannique Paris, Hotel de Charme Paris, Boutique Hotel Paris

To keep you informed about the actuality our beautiful capital and our hotel, or to help you prepare your next stay in Paris, don’t miss our newest articles on following link:

News – Hotel Britannique Paris.

Hotel Britannique Paris, Hotel Britannique Paris, Charming Hotel Paris, 3 star Hotel Paris

Impressive scale maps from the reign of Louis XIV to the end of 19th century at the Grand Palais Paris

Exhibition visitors learn about France and its eventful past through the 16 spectacular pieces from the Musée des Plans-reliefs collections.

The impressive models on display depict the evolution of the borders and the difficult art of war.

The 1/600 scale maps were used for military and prestigious reasons as they provide an educational and realistic view of the towns as they were. These include Brest, which has since been disfigured by World War II’s bombs, the Italian town of Exilles which was once French and Saint-Omer, which was once Italian.

Not only do these incredible reproductions teach us about military strategies at the time, they present urban planning, the environment and stun us with their precise and numerous details.

La France en relief (1668-1870)

• January 18th – February 17th 2012
• Nef du Grand Palais
• Main entrance: Avenue Winston-Churchill – 75008 Paris
• Access : Metro lines 1, 9 and 13 – Champs-Élysées Clemenceau ou Franklin-Roosevelt stations
• Open: Daily except Tuesday, from 10am to 20pm
• Further information: here

Hotel Britannique Paris, Romantic Paris Hotel, 3 star Hotel Paris