Airelles Chateau de Versailles, Le Grand Controle

I came with my daughters (6 and 4) and we are still glowing from our stay. Magical doesn’t even begin to describe it. The hotel staff all went above and beyond to make my daughters feel like real princesses, from little details like standing up when the “princesses” entered the room and setting up our room with so many toys, to bigger things like helping me hide little gifts and clues all over the hotel for their birthday scavenger hunt. I’ve stayed at many luxury hotels but this one is truly a cut above the rest in every way. First, the private tours of Versailles are worth the price of the rooms alone. Nothing can describe the surreal majesty of dancing down the hall of mirrors alone with your kids. Driving around the gardens in the golf cart was also really fun and makes seeing the garden with small children such a breeze. We skipped the dinner service (3 hours is quite a lot for small kids) but they gave us the private room for dinner and breakfast which was so kind. And they gave us the world’s best hotel room upgrade which we will be forever shocked and grateful for - there are not enough words for how special this stay was for us! Just beware, there are so many macarons and treats on every table surface and every corner, your kids will be on a sugar high the whole time 😂

We stayed two nights at Airelles Chateau de Versailles. Our magical time there was memorable. We stayed in the L’Orangerie our first night. The room is spacious and the patio was wonderful. Our second night we stayed in the Necker Suite. It is what dreams are made of. Blessed to have had the opportunity to stay in such a stunning suite. The staff here, without exception, were gracious, professional and kind. The overall experience at this property is so spectacular, we are planning our next trip. Without giving away too much, we were amazed with so many things they offer. Each day, from morning to night, we just looked at each other and smiled. Thank you to every staff member for your hard work and kindness.

Airelles Le Grand Contrôle is an exceptional retreat that masterfully blends 18th-century grandeur with impeccable modern luxury. Nestled within the Château de Versailles grounds, this jewel offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience with exclusive after-hours palace tours—including the iconic Hall of Mirrors—and personalized service. With only 13 rooms, it often feels like there are more staff than guests—every interaction marked by an extraordinary attention to detail that elevates the experience to what I can only describe as six-star hospitality. The rooms are exquisitely decorated in period style while still offering modern comforts. Dining is an absolute highlight—dinner at the Alain Ducasse restaurant was unforgettable, with each course a work of art. Afternoon tea was equally indulgent, served with elegance and charm. The serene spa, complete with sweeping views of the Orangerie, provided the perfect retreat after exploring the palace grounds. Yes, it’s a splurge—rates start at €3,000 per night—but for a once-in-a-lifetime stay, especially with the private after-hours access to Versailles, it’s worth every centime. This is more than a hotel—it’s an immersion into history, luxury, and world-class service. Unforgettable in every way.

This was one of the most special experiences we've ever had at a hotel. It's really not just a hotel (but it is an exquisite one), but a historic property with unparalleled exclusive access to the Chateau and the gardens, with private tours before and after regular hours so you can experience and learn about the history without ANY crowds. The team went above and beyond, particularly Dominque, Huge and Quentin. It's a bucket-list splurge type hotel but it was worth it.

I honestly don’t know what could be done differently to make it better. A part of being luxurious, entire team being extremely attentive, it offers exceptional experiences! To see Versailles empty worth every cent spent. We also did Giverny tour with the classic car and will have those memories forever. We definitely will be back again to discover things we didnt this time during our two nights stay. Thanks to the entire team for this special moment shared with us.