In the heart of the city, the hotel is located just a few metres from Opéra Garnier and Vendôme square, a short walk from the Louvre Museum or the Champs-Élysées. From the hotel guests will also enjoy the perfect location for shopping, just one block from department stores and 3 blocks from the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Access to public transport is around 50 m from the hotel and the nearest train station, Gare du Nord, is roughly 4 km away. Airports in the area include Paris-Charles de Gaulle (approximately 25 km) and Paris-Orly (approximately 25 km).

The hotel was built in 1861. The hotel has 4 junior suites, 9 suites, 1 single room and 200 double rooms, which are located on 6 storeys and are reachable by 3 lifts. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected. The hotel offers various facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (for a fee). Further services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, medical assistance, room service (for a fee) and a laundry service. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine, projector and photocopier is available. 4 conference rooms are available for lectures, presentations and meetings.