Hôtel Littéraire Le Swann, a hotel in the 8th district in Paris

An original hotel experience dedicated to the world of Marcel Proust

As soon as you enter the hotel, immerse yourself in the world of the man who created the famous work: À la Recherche du Temps Perdu. On each floor, immerse yourself in a different place from the novel: Illiers-Combray, Balbec, the posh Faubourg Saint-Germain or even Venice. In your room, meet one of Marcel Proust's favorite characters or painters, through a chosen quote and a watercolor that nicely decorate the room.

Visit the International Library of Marcel Proust within the hotel. Here you will find his works in many languages. You can also browse through studies on his life to learn more about this amazing character.

The hotel is an ideal place to discover Marcel Proust and his work: books, paintings, photographs and even pieces of haute couture transport you into the Proustian world.

A comfortable and modern hotel

In a Haussmannian building with typical architecture, with a decoration inspired by the Belle Époque, the Hôtel Littéraire Le Swann takes you back in time.

Single room, double room or Junior suite for families: find the ideal Proustian cocoon for your stay. You will be welcomed by the famous madeleines, as well as a book by the author.

Have a complete and tasty breakfast in the Jacques Guérin room, a pretty room decorated with a luminous Art-Deco glass roof. The rest of the day, enjoy its calmness to rest or work. Feel like a little snack? The elegant and friendly lounge bar serves tea and madeleines at any time.

Discover the City of Light

The hotel offers several walks in Paris in the footsteps of Marcel Proust. Take a trip back in time through the emblematic addresses of the aristocratic salons of the Faubourg Saint-Germain and the places where the author lived.

The 8th arrondissement is a prime location to fully immerse yourself in the Parisian atmosphere. Several iconic places are to be discovered:

• The Arc de Triomphe: climb to the top and enjoy one of the most beautiful views of Paris. Embrace the Defense, the Champs-Elysees avenue, the Eiffel Tower and the Sacré-Coeur with a splendid 360 degree panorama;
• The Grand Palais. Dating back to the 1900 Universal Exhibition, facing the magnificent Alexander III Bridge, let yourself be seduced by its incredible glass roof and discover its artistic and cultural events;
• The Petit Palais. Through its majestic entrance, enter this building that houses the Museum of Fine Arts.
• Parc Monceau. Take a breath of fresh air in this green setting surrounded by opulent mansions.
  

Explore the Ile-de-France region

From the 8th arrondissement, you can easily reach several Parisian sights by public transport:

• The majestic Palace of Versailles and its large wooded park;
• The castle of Saint-Germain-en-Laye and its breathtaking view of Paris;
• The Regional Natural Park of the French Vexin is full of pedestrian and cycling paths to go green in the Oise.
  

So are you tempted by a stay in this hotel in the 8th arrondissement in Paris? Discover the world of Marcel Proust and the City of Light during your next city-trip in the capital.