Located at the heart of the Versailles estate, Le Grand Contrôle was built in 1681 by Louis XIV's favourite architect, Hardouin-Mansart. After a complete restoration, Le Grand Contrôle has been reborn to reveal the exclusive world of the Château de Versailles.
From a modest hunting lodge built by Louis XIII in 1623, it was under the impetus of Louis XIV that the Château de Versailles became the magnificent palace known the world over.
Louis XIV that the Château de Versailles became the magnificent palace known the world over.
Over the course of more than 100 years, it was embellished and enlarged to successively house the Courts of Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI. Considered to be one of the finest achievements of French art, the Château de Versailles remains in the culture as a symbol of the royal pomp of the time.
Located at the heart of the Château de Versailles estate, Le Grand Contrôle was built in 1681 by Louis XIV's favourite architect and a benchmark of French classicism, Jules Hardouin-Mansart. This spectacular building once played host to members of Europe's political and cultural elite, from ambassadors and artists to the musicians, writers and scientists of the Age of Enlightenment.
More than two centuries later, after a complete restoration, Le Grand Contrôle has been reborn to reveal to its guests the exclusive world of the Château de Versailles. Stroll through its 800-hectare gardens, follow in the footsteps of illustrious figures and discover the rooms and flats of the Château in a whole new light. The 14 rooms and suites have been restored with the greatest respect for the original spirit and furnished with period furniture, immersing guests in history with all the modern comforts of today.
From the Spa Valmont and its indoor swimming pool to the gourmet restaurant designed by Alain Ducasse, the service is revisited and takes up the royal classics. At Le Grand Contrôle, the French art of living and service are reflected in the special attention paid to recreating the atmosphere of yesteryear.
Louis XIV that the Château de Versailles became the magnificent palace known the world over.
Over the course of more than 100 years, it was embellished and enlarged to successively house the Courts of Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI. Considered to be one of the finest achievements of French art, the Château de Versailles remains in the culture as a symbol of the royal pomp of the time.
Located at the heart of the Château de Versailles estate, Le Grand Contrôle was built in 1681 by Louis XIV's favourite architect and a benchmark of French classicism, Jules Hardouin-Mansart. This spectacular building once played host to members of Europe's political and cultural elite, from ambassadors and artists to the musicians, writers and scientists of the Age of Enlightenment.
More than two centuries later, after a complete restoration, Le Grand Contrôle has been reborn to reveal to its guests the exclusive world of the Château de Versailles. Stroll through its 800-hectare gardens, follow in the footsteps of illustrious figures and discover the rooms and flats of the Château in a whole new light. The 14 rooms and suites have been restored with the greatest respect for the original spirit and furnished with period furniture, immersing guests in history with all the modern comforts of today.
From the Spa Valmont and its indoor swimming pool to the gourmet restaurant designed by Alain Ducasse, the service is revisited and takes up the royal classics. At Le Grand Contrôle, the French art of living and service are reflected in the special attention paid to recreating the atmosphere of yesteryear.
