Built in 1913, at the height of the Belle Epoque era, when Deauville was a magnet for the wealthy and stylish of Europe, the impressive façade of the hotel still presides over this elegant town. It was renovated in 2006 and offers 252 rooms spread over 7 floors. The impeccable standards of service exceed those expected in a luxury hotel and are matched by the magnificence of the decor. As the nearest resort to French capital, Deauville remains a favourite destination for fashionable Parisians. The clientele now also includes the international jet set when the American Film Festival is hosted here each September. 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, currency exchange facility, lift access, hairdresser's salon, a bar, casino, restaurant, conference facilities, Internet access (subject to fees) and cycle hire all feature. Room and laundry services are also offered, though both are subject to fees. Parking facilities are available for guests arriving by car. The lobby is large and luxurious and there is also a comfortable bar.

This luxury hotel is located around 2 hours from Paris in the heart of Deauville, the most exclusive French seaside resort. It is situated in front of a superb 3 kilometre-long sandy beach, bordered by the famous Deauville's Planches, and a stone's throw from the shopping centre, allowing guests to enjoy the famous French Haute Couture names. Fine dining, nightlife venues and refined bars can all be found in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, less than a 10-minute walk away. It is about 15 km from the famous painting city of Honfleur, as well as being an hour from the D-Day Landing beaches and the Mont St Michel. For guests arriving by plane Deauville Saint-Gatien International Airport is 15 minutes away, while the nearest railway station (Trouville/Deauville) is just 3 minutes away. Caen is some 50 km away.

Whether you wish to have a casual brunch by the water's edge, a light meal in your room, to taste the delights of local market produce in a sunny conservatory, or experience haute cuisine in an intimate setting, every type of culinary experience, catering for the most simple to the most sophisticated of tastes, is available for the duration of a stay at the resort. The excellence of the Etrier restaurant cannot be surpassed. With its magical red striped decor, it constitutes a stage for Eric Provost to display his culinary artistry and talents for transforming the best seasonal products into cuisine with that certain something. The Piano bar stays open till 01:00 am.