Emile Wolf

For generations, the discreet ancienne regime style building at 7 Rue du Berri has housed one of the last bastions of traditional hospitality - Hotel Lancaster.

Since it opened in 1930, the hotel has had just three operators, the legendary hotelier Emile Wolf, the Savoy Group and Grace Leo-Andrieu. Works of art and fine pieces purchased by Emile Wolf in the 1930’s are seamlessly combined with the works of carefully chosen and briefed contemporary artisans. The feeling is that of the private home of a connoisseur, with painstaking attention to detail and taste apparent in every aspect of the hotel’s refurbishment, from the beautifully restored marble staircase patinated by a century of use, to contemporary sandblasted white oak panelling in the reception set off by the stained Iroko architraving and skirting boards. Contemporary and traditional elements are integrated with such finesse that one is conscious of only the comfort, quality and elegance of the whole. Beautiful fabrics abound throughout the hotel - carefully chosen Toiles de Jouy, Damassé and Indienne, many with their own themes - "Voyage en Chine", "Marchands d'Etoffes", "Le Singe Savant" and, the specially woven Braquenié carpets which enhance the curtains.

A serious collection of 18th century marquetery cabinets along with the commode and a baby grand piano complete the scene. Today, the Hotel Lancaster is a home for those who appreciate quality over ostentation and elegance over fashion.

 Enjoy your stay in at the Hospes Lancaster in the SUITE PRESTIGE EMILE WOLF.