04. Hotel Residence Maxims

When we talk about Maxims, many of you may think about the legendary restaurant Maxims de Paris. This time, we visited the luxurious hotel; Hotel Residence Maxims near the avenue des Champs-Elysées. In fact, the owner of both the hotel and the restaurant is Pierre Cardin, the world famous designer. The hotel, opened in 1982, was entirely designed by Pierre Cardin himself. As you know, he is a multi-talented creator who designs not only clothes but also furniture and everyday items. Please discover Hotel Residence Maxims and its luxurious suites with us.(2007-05-19)

Hotel Residence Maxims, Pierre Cardins universe

The hotel is located on 42 Avenue Gabriel in the 8th district of Paris, near the Elysées Palace (French Presidents official residence) and the avenue des Champs-Elysées. A doorman welcomes you at the entrance, where you admire the golden logo of Maxims. The first thing we saw in the entrance hall was a big vivid green butterfly. It was, in fact, furniture designed by Pierre Cardin. We could already feel the difference from other hotels where we usually see front desk at first. Its not an accident that the hotel is called residence. Its decorated not as a hotel but as someones residence so that clients feel at home. Many clients stay for more than one month, says Sergio, who guided us in the hotel. One month stay in this luxurious residence near Champs-Elysées, its like a dream for most of us, isnt it?

The entire top floor of the hotel is the Pierre Cardin Suite, which was originally reserved for Pierre Cardins personal use. All the rooms are painted in vivid colors, in red, blue or turquoise and decorated with contemporary furniture signed by Pierre Cardin. From the windows you can admire an extraordinary view of the most iconic sights of Paris. The atmosphere there is definitely futuristic and creative. Its no wonder this suite is often used for photo shoots for fashion magazines.

Presidential Suite

Suite with beautiful wood paneling

Suite with oriental touch

Royal Suite

Deluxe Room

Curtain belt hand-made
by dressmakers

Deluxe Room, Junior Suite and Suite Each room is decorated in a different theme, so that you feel as if your friend has invited you to his house. The rooms are generously sized; even the smallest is 60 square meters (650 square feet). Modern furniture designed by Pierre Cardin creates a very original and attractive space like no other hotel in Paris. Monsieur Cardin didnt forget details like curtain belts, either. Each curtain is tied with a ribbon of a different style all hand-made by dressmakers.

All bathrooms are in marble, with original wall painting. And youll have the privilege to use the toilet signed by Pierre Cardin! The suites also have spacious walk-in closets. And a mini-kitchen is available in certain rooms; ideal for those who are lucky enough to stay longer.

Sarah Bernhardt Suite, stay in a veritable museum

The most prestigious of all the 33 rooms of the hotel is Sarah Bernhardt Suite. Sarah Bernhardt was a great French actress of the late 19th and the early 20th century. The suite houses exceptional Art Nouveau furniture from Pierre Cardins private collection.

Bed, wardrobe and nightstand all the items we can only find in the Decorative Art Museum! Whats amazing in this hotel is you can really touch and use true museum pieces, says Sergio. Its a rare experience to use a bed or nightstand that we wouldnt be allowed to touch if they were displayed in a museum. It gives you a luxurious feeling and at the same time, demands a respect for these beautiful and historical objects.

You can also find splendid furniture designed by Pierre Cardin in the landing and the corridor. We even found the famous Evolution, which we could admire only in art books until then. In this hotel, art is never far from you. Pierre Cardin sees and creates art everywhere, in every moment of our lives.

	The green bar is on the left side of the entrance, and the red restaurant on the right. Both of them are decorated by a lacquered wall in graduated color, which gives a fantastic atmosphere. Works by the famous illustrator René Gruau are presented in Art Nouveau style frames. And you will appreciate the terrace in summer!
The red restaurant, Atmosphere, offers a refined French cuisine. Appetizers from 13 to 25 , main courses from 19 to 32 , and desserts from 10 to 12 . Enjoy your lunch, tea or dinner in an Art Nouveau setting.

For those who are interested in staying in this luxurious and artistic hotel located only steps from Champs-Elysées, here are the room rates. *Prices can be changed according to the season. See details in the Hotel Residence Maxims official site.

Deluxe rooms 600.00 EUR
Single rooms 500.00 EUR
Junior Suite 800.00 EUR
Suites 60m˛ (650 ft˛) 1,200.00 EUR
Suites 80m˛ (860 ft˛) 1,400.00 EUR
Suite Sarah Bernhardt 2,000.00 EUR
Suite Royale 2,700.00 EUR
Suite Presidentielle 2,700.00 EUR
Continental Breakfast 25.00 EUR
American Breakfast 35.00 EUR

The hotel also offers some promotional packages:

Week-end Offer
This offer comprises: a continental breakfast for two people - a cocktail "Maxim's" served at the bar "Verte" in the Residence Maxim's - the RED HEART (a box, original and elegant, of chocolates) - the parfum Maxim's de Paris for men and the parfum Maxim's de Paris for women. Condition: a minimum stay of two nights for two people

Deluxe rooms 650.00 EUR
Junior Suite 850.00 EUR
Suites 60m˛ 1,200.00 EUR
Suites 80m˛ 1,400.00 EUR
Suite Presidentielle 2,700.00 EUR

Offer L'univers Maxim's de Paris
this offer comprises: a continental breakfast for two people a bottle of Maxim's champagne in your room a box of Maxim's chocolate a visit to the Arts Nouveau Museum a dinner at the famous restaurant on the street Royal Maxim's in Paris. Condition: a minimum stay of two nights for two people

Deluxe rooms 850.00 EUR
Junior Suite 1,050.00 EUR
Suites 60m˛ 1,450.00 EUR
Suites 80m˛ 1,650.00 EUR
Suite Royale 2,850.00 EUR

Offer Amour de l'art
This offer comprises: a continental breakfast for two people - a visit to the "Arts Nouveau" Museum - a dinner at the famous restaurant on the street Royale Maxim's in Paris - the book "Pierre Cardin évolution : Meubles et design". Condition: a minimum stay of two nights for two people

Deluxe rooms 750.00 EUR
Junior Suite 950.00 EUR
Suites 60m˛ 1,300.00 EUR
Suites 80m˛ 1,500.00 EUR
Suite Sarah Bernhardt 2,150.00 EUR

Maxims Art Nouveau Museum was founded in 2004 on the first floor of the restaurant Maxims de Paris in order to show the Art Nouveau masterworks that Pierre Cardin collected over 60 years. More than 550 pieces signed by the most prestigious creators such as Emile Gallé, René Lalique are presented. Its a must see for Art Nouveau lovers.

Hotel Residence Maxims official site (online booking available)
Maxims de Paris official site
Maxims Art Nouveau Museum official site
Pierre Cardin official site

We were very happy to visit this magnificent place full of history and art. We all know Pierre Cardin is an artist who has designed a large range of objects from the geometrical clothes of 60s to the modern furniture of 70s, to even slippers and towels. Our visit to his Hotel Residence Maxims reminded us of his visionary and inventive talent once again. The Pierre Cardin Suite with its vivid color and futuristic furniture, the Sarah Bernhardt Suite of the Belle Epoch, the suite with Japanese paintingsThis hotel is a wonderful mixture of tradition, modernism and many different styles, just as Pierre Cardin himself, who has traveled all over the world to connect with different cultures and people. We recommend this hotel to those who love Pierre Cardins works and Art Nouveau. To those who simply love art!

Hotel Residence Maxim's

42 Avenue Gabriel 75008 Paris

Tel: 01 45 61 96 33

Metro station: Franklin-Roosevelt (line #1)

http://www.hotelresidencemaximsparis.com/