Les Lumières Versailles Taking a 40-minute train from Paris to Château de Versailles, one can enjoy a meal or stay overnight at the newly opened Les Lumières Versailles . This luxury 5-star hotel was recently inducted into Relais & Châteaux, and is located near the entrance of the Palace of Versailles. Translated in English as The Lights of Versailles, Les Lumières melds historic architectural features with contemporary luxury amenities.
From the moment guests check-in, they begin a transformative storytelling journey filled with cultural immersion and personal discovery. Guest suites at Les Lumieres Versailles Taking a tour with Julie Dillard, Assistante chef de réception, I learned this historic property was once given to Édouard Colbert and Antoine III de Gramont by the 'Sun King' Louis the XIV. 'The historic Gramont and Villacerf pavilions date from the 17th and 19th centuries,' said Dillard.
' At one time, this mansion was known as the Hôtel du France, a three-star hotel.' In 2019, the 2L Collection, a family-owned hotel group in France, purchased the property and opened just before the 2024 Summer Olympics. 'The equestrian competitions were held in Versailles and the hotel was sold out,' said Dillard.
'Right now we have 22 Superior and Deluxe guest rooms, plus Junior Suites and Suites. When the Gramont building on the other side is completed, we will have 31 rooms.' Elegant guest rooms.
Photo Jill Weinlein This new hotel in Versailles pays homage to the .
