A season of artistry at Hôtel de Crillon

History, elegance, culture, and a festive cheer all collide at the doorstep of the Parisian landmark—Hôtel De Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel. Especially with the festive flair knocking on our doors, the breeze demands an enlightened spirit, and Hôtel De Crillon gets the memo. For the 2025 holiday season, Hôtel de Crillon welcomes Christofle, a luxury silverware and tableware brand by visionary jeweller and entrepreneur Charles Christofle, for a prestigious collaboration and celebration combining the art of hospitality and creative audacity. Beginning late November, the hotel unveils a festive scenography enhanced by the craftsmanship and silversmithing expertise of Christofle. 

Sparkling façades and two monumental trees, adorned with gold and silver ornaments, greet the guests at the entrance. Inside, the Christmas trees, embellished with ornaments from Christofle’s Bouquet Givré collection, pay tribute to winter’s vegetal beauty and culminate in a majestic tree set at the foot of the Heritage Staircase. In the lobby, the silversmithing Maison also showcases its Perspectives collection, the result of a unique collaboration with artist Mathias Kiss, whose work has previously graced the hotel. And at the heart of Bar Les Ambassadeurs, a Haute Orfèvrerie masterpiece depicting a horse, is exhibited in celebration of the Chinese New Year 2026—making the property a perfect visit this holiday season. 

Majestic and grand in its architecture by Ange-Jacques Gabriel, Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel, has attracted a refined, cosmopolitan clientele of celebrities, statesmen, artists, and royalty ever since its inception. Over time, it has become a legend, and continues to be a jewel of luxury hospitality and a living symbol of the French art de vivre. 

Hôtel de Crillon is well-versed in curating exclusive cultural experiences, making the property a perfect spot for immersive experiences where history, craft, and contemporary luxury seamlessly meet. Back in autumn, the hotel invited Parisians, travellers, and in-house guests to step into the enchanting world of Marie Antoinette with a programme that included cultural and culinary experiences celebrating the French queen’s timeless legacy and refined art of living. Legend has it that the young queen once took piano lessons in the hotel’s salon, which still bears her name along with its adjoining suite, offering sweeping views over Place de la Concorde. In her honour, Hôtel de Crillon transformed into a regal stage, unveiling an exclusive series of experiences, including a singular afternoon tea and installation by shoe designer Manolo Blahnik. Fashion lovers, history enthusiasts, and gourmets alike were transported to the elegance of the 18th century.

Guests discovered a display of Blahnik’s new exclusive capsule collection, inspired by Marie Antoinette, in the hotel’s lobby and boudoir. Pastry Chef Matthieu Carlin introduced a Marie Antoinette Afternoon Tea in partnership with Manolo Blahnik in the hotel’s Jardin d’Hiver.  The menu was inspired by the queen’s refined tastes.

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