Le Grand Contrôle

Written By Kelley Bertoli

Filed under: Luxury

Located in: Château De Versailles, France

A Royal Retreat

Travel back to the time of French kings with a stay at Le Grand Contrôle, an upscale hotel adjacent to the Château de Versailles. This elegant and traditional former private home, built by Louis XIV’s favorite architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart, offers privileged access to the Château and its grounds. Enjoy customized experiences that ensure an unforgettable royal stay, immersing you in French history. Over the years, this spectacular building has welcomed European political and cultural elites.

Distinctive Experiences & Special Touches

Experiences at Le Grand Contrôle are unique, personal, and tailored to guest preferences. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • Privileged access to Château de Versailles and its grounds

  • Dedicated butler service from check-in to check-out (no request too big or small)

  • Chef-prepared luxury picnics

  • Horseback riding in the gardens of the Château

  • Day excursion in an iconic 1960s Jaguar MK2 to explore the picturesque Chevreuse Valley

  • Marie-Antoinette Day: begins with a prepared bath and ends with royal afternoon tea in a private salon, complete with Court-era costume, hair, and makeup

  • Nine-course feast and theatrical experience crafted by multi-Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse

  • Flight over the Seine, Paris, and Grand Canal, ending with a glass of champagne while watching the planes take off

  • Tailor-made ‘shopping day’ with a personal stylist in the exclusive setting of the guest’s suite

  • Royal Awakening Experience: A butler gently wakes you with a soft knock, entering your room illuminated by lantern light and chamber music. He perfumes the air, offers orange-scented milk, draws a hot bath, and welcomes the day with a weather report as he opens the curtains.

Why is Le Grand Contrôle a Posh Pick?

When you visit Le Grand Contrôle, you're not just embarking on an ordinary trip; you're stepping into a different world, a different era. It's an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in a life you've never lived before—a chance to explore the opulence and grandeur of French royalty in a way that few ever do. From the moment you arrive, every aspect of your experience is meticulously crafted, ensuring that each detail, every sensation, is nothing short of extraordinary. At Le Grand Contrôle, they don't just believe in hospitality; they believe in creating unforgettable moments that linger in their guests memory long after they’ve departed.

To learn more about Le Grand Contrôle, visit their website or head over to their Instagram.

Photo credits: @airelleschateaudeversailles

Kelley Bertoli