Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris

George V

In a city packed full to the rafters with top class historic hotels, it can be hard to stand out. The George V manages the trick, however. Since it was bought by Saudi Prince Al Waleed and subsequently revamped, it has earned a reputation as one of the finest hotels in Paris, and even the world. It also has an interesting history, having notably housed General Eisenhower during the liberation of Paris.

The History
The Present

How the Stage was Set HISTORY IN BRIEF 1928: Opening year. 2007: Today operating as part of the Toronto-based Four Seasons Group HISTORY IN DETAIL: 1928: Located on Avenue George V, a stone’s throw from the Champs-Elysées, the hotel opened for business. Its construction was financed by American Joel Hillman, at a cost of US$31 million. 1944: During the Liberation of Paris, The George V housed Dwight D Eisenhower. 1996: The hotel was purchased by Saudi Prince Alwaleed. 1998: After a two-year renovation project, the hotel reopened as part of Four Seasons.

The hotel has long been a favourite Parisian haunt for the luminaries and icons of the world, with famous guests including: From the World of Politics General Eisenhower Gerald Ford From the World of Entertainment Marlene Dietrich Greta Garbo Gene Kelly Gary Cooper Vivian Leigh Sophia Loren John Wayne

Peter Birchall

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184 rooms + 61 suites (30 with private terrace) Rooms

All news cable network CD player Clock radio Complimentary newspaper with breakfast Down pillows Fax machine on request Hair dryer Hypo-allergenic pillows on request In-room safe Iron and ironing board on request Multi-line telephone(s) with voicemail On Command television Refrigerated private bar Thick terry bathrobes Twice-daily housekeeping service Wired or wireless Internet access