Push open the 19th-century carved door and step into the hidden luxury of Paris

In the quiet streets of the 16th arrondissement, lies a noble mansion from the Napoleonic era — Hôtel Saint James. Princess Diana and Churchill once stayed here. The 3,000㎡ garden hides an outdoor pool, and the arcade afternoon tea seats offer views of the Eiffel Tower’s tip, discreet like a private estate. 🛏️ Sleep in a century of history, where details hide royal-level comfort "Royal Terrace Suite" 👑: Open the door to find gilded candelabras, a Louis XVI style four-poster bed with Egyptian cotton bedding, and a B&O hidden sound system at the headboard. The terrace rattan chairs face the Eiffel Tower; at dusk, the butler prepares champagne and macarons, with an ice bucket embossed with the hotel crest. "Garden View Room" 🌸: Floor-to-ceiling windows overlook a plane tree courtyard, an antique desk with a crystal lamp stands nearby, and a cashmere shawl is tucked in the drawer. The marble bathroom features a built-in bathtub and L'Occitane toiletries, with mirror lights simulating natural daylight. "Secret Path Suite" 🕯️: Comes with a private courtyard entrance, 19th-century original oil paintings hang in the room, Hermès custom sofas, a minibar with complimentary Burgundy red wine, and truffle mashed potatoes can be ordered for late-night room service. Every room has invisible thoughtful touches: bedside touchscreens control curtains and lights, wardrobes stocked with custom umbrellas and slippers, Wi-Fi passwords engraved on brass plates, and tea bags are a Mariage Frères collaboration. 🍴 A Parisian feast for the palate Michelin-starred restaurant✨: The chef once cooked for presidents; must-try dishes include truffle onsen egg and the "Paris Night" chocolate dessert. Garden afternoon tea☕: Limited to 20 servings daily, the three-tier silver stand includes foie gras and lobster sandwiches, paired with the princess’s favorite Darjeeling tea. 24-hour room service🥐: Freshly baked crepes in the morning, and French onion soup to warm you up late at night. 🗼 Nearby highlights to check off 15-minute walk to the Champs-Élysées, 20 minutes to the Arc de Triomphe, and the butler can arrange VIP access to the Louvre. Recommended is the hotel’s exclusive Eiffel Tower sunset cruise, served with champagne and caviar; nearby, a 5-minute walk to a Provençal restaurant and 10 minutes to Avenue Montaigne. ⚠️ Ultimate luxury stay guide Book the terrace suite one month in advance, note anniversaries for cake and decoration. The Michelin restaurant requires formal attire; gentlemen can borrow jackets. Guests have free access to the antique collection, including crystal tea sets used by the princess. ✨ This is the ultimate way to experience Paris Wait for the Eiffel Tower lights to turn on from the century-old mansion’s terrace, savor the chef’s private menu at the Michelin restaurant. Wrapped in a cashmere shawl sipping champagne in the night, luxury is the romance of time slowing down. 📍Address: 3 Rue du Commandant René Mouchotte, 75016 Paris