Airelles Chateau de Versailles

To cross the threshold of Le Grand Contrôle is to step back in time. Commissioned by King Louis XIV himself, this storied residence is an invitation to the heyday of the French court, when these gilded rooms played their own part in the history of France. Unique in Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle is a hotel honoured by its privileged location within the grounds of the Château de Versailles. Built in 1681 by Jules Hardouin-Mansart – the genius behind Versailles’ spectacular Hall of Mirrors, the Grand Trianon, and the Palace’s Royal Chapel – this magnificent building is a hymn to the grandeur and elegance of its 18th-century zenith. In 2021, Airelles proudly opened the doors to Le Grand Contrôle, the only hotel on the grounds of the Château de Versailles. Honouring centuries of history, the maison was meticulously restored to its former glory under the careful direction of architect and interior designer, Christophe Tollemer. More than a hotel, Le Grand Contrôle is an immersive, enchanting experience. Our guests are invited to explore the Palace after the doors have closed to the public, when the Hall of Mirrors glitters only for you. Our fine-dining restaurant, helmed by Chef Alain Ducasse, reimagines the gourmet traditions of the 17th century in unforgettable feasts and once-in-a-lifetime banquets.