The restoration of the Le Grand Hôtel has been breathtaking in its scope and painstaking in its details, entailing far more than simply re-silvering the mirrors, re-gilding the columns and cleaning the pictures.  The extensive renovation included the refurbishment of 482 guest rooms, a brand new Club InterContinental wing, three floors of lavish suites with views of L'Opéra Garnier, and a contemporary health club and fitness center. The hotel's spectacular Grand Opéra Salon, beloved by the fashion houses for the launches of their new collections, has also

InterContinental Le Grand Hotel Paris 2 Rue Scribe 75009  Paris, France

The renovation of the InterContinental Le Grand Hotel Paris was carried out by around 1,000 laborers and 100 subcontractors, supported by a design and management team of 65.  The project took 64,000 hours to complete, and required 5,800m² of marble.  Also used was 23,700m² of decorative plasterwork and 89,000m² of fine paint and wall coverings. 

Originally built in 1862 by Napoleon III to reflect the glorious successes of the Second Empire and its strengths in science, art and industry, the hotel continues to attract the city's social and business elite. The internal décor is heavily influenced by the neighboring Opéra Garnier, drawing inspiration from the many famous composers who have frequented the hotel ever since its opening. 

The hotel's Café de la Paix, quite possibly the most famous café in Paris, also underwent extensive renovations.  The Café has always been the place to be seen and a favorite of famous poets, politicians, philosophers, and painters. Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes, and Oscar Wilde were regular customers.  The Café has been entirely restored under the watchful eye of the Beaux-Arts, with special attention paid to the historic ornate ceilings.  The Café de la Paix, now a mythical address, took its name from the collective yearning for peace during the Second Empire.

Le Grand Hôtel is located on one of the boulevards created by Baron Haussmann, which soon became the center of new Paris, and is now known as Place de l'Opéra.  The InterContinental Le Grand Hôtel Paris is the French capital's most exclusive hotel. 

With 20 reception and conference rooms spread over three floors, the InterContinental Le Grand Hôtel Paris is also the ultimate venue for meetings and banquets of all sizes.  The centerpiece, the inspiring Le Grand Salon Opéra, is the city's most historic and significant ballroom.  An officially listed national heritage site, its restoration was carried out under the watchful eye of the French government's Department Beaux Arts who ensured that the designers and architects retained its Second Empire Style.  The Opéra ballroom combines with the adjacent Ravel banqueting hall and the charming Winter Garden to create a spectacular setting for prestigious occasions for up to 1,000 guests.