Since 1913, the elegant limestone facade of the Victoria Palace Hotel has been a landmark at the heart of Paris' Left Bank. Located on a quiet street just off the bustling rue de Rennes, it embodies the enduring qualities of a neighbourhood renowned throughout the world for its mix of luxury, artistic vitality and sheer enjoyment of life. Katherine Mansfield was among the hotel’s guests in the past and James Joyce has lived there for almost a year after receiving a large inheritance, which enabled him to enjoy Victoria’s luxury. Today more than ever, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between traditional elegance and exceptional comfort. Its lavish, plush lounges are as warm and cosy as any in a grand country house, yet they are in the centre of one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities. The exquisite deluxe bedrooms and junior suites are the epitome of French taste with their Louis Seize decor. Everything is designed with guests’ comfort in mind. The hotel's function room can accommodate 20 people for a meeting, or 50 for a reception. It opens directly onto a private courtyard with a garden; the room's luminous, yellow stretched-silk walls and dazzling, gilt stucco-work will make any event unforgettable. Last, but by no means least, the hotel even has its own, private garage for guest parking. Honeymooners are welcomed with a bottle of champagne.