L'Aigle Noir, Fontainebleau's historic hotel for a royal stay

In the heart of Fontainebleau, a town steeped in history between royalty and Empire, stands the majestic L'Aigle Noir Fontainebleau - MGallery, a 4-star hotel where past and present intertwine with elegance. Less than an hour from Paris, opposite the famous Château de Fontainebleau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this former private mansion, built in 1470, invites you to take a journey through the centuries.

With 54 luxurious rooms, 2 meeting rooms and magnificent neoclassical architecture, L'Aigle Noir offers a unique experience. Warm colors and decor inspired by the Second Empire style create a cosy, refined atmosphere. The rooms, ranging from the single to the Rosa Bonheur suite in shades of blue, purple and green, offer unrivalled comfort for everyone, from families and couples to solo travelers.

Spacious and exquisitely decorated, the rooms strike the perfect balance between modern comfort and personalized charm. Okay, you've got to love blue and bees galore, Napoleon obliges, but my goodness, it's chic. We love the large bathtub for relaxing with Sothys luxury products, in the Deluxe room. A king-size bed, a private lounge with a minibar stocked with original juices and a breathtaking view of the Place Napoléon Bonaparte and its carrousel, we're well and truly at home.

In the evening, if you feel like having lunch on the premises, the café opens up to you with a small, limited menu. Lobster roll, entrecôte maturée or poultry supreme are on the menu for a no-frills meal.

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A hearty breakfast features local products such as rose and poppy jams, to delight the taste buds of gourmets. Pancakes, cakes, cereals, scrambled eggs and other breads and pastries are on the menu to get your day off to a good start. Although the hotel doesn't have a spa, there are partnerships for relaxing treatments just a stone's throw away.

L'Aigle Noir is more than just a place to stay; it's an immersion in the history of Fontainebleau and the neoclassical style, from the 18th century to the present day. The establishment has evolved with the times, becoming a tourist hotel in 1764, before being renamed in 1810. Renovation in 2021 harmoniously blended the splendor of yesteryear with contemporary requirements, offering an upscale experience.

The interior design, combining sobriety and opulence, embodies the essence of French neoclassicism. The hotel, witness to visits by the nobility and Napoleon Bonaparte, is distinguished by its art of entertaining and its inspiring setting. The Empire style, influenced by the Emperor, with its return to Antiquity and its taste for symmetry and detail, is celebrated throughout the hotel.

The experience is complemented by modern, responsible artistic touches, such as the use of upcycling. The lobby, breakfast room and bar each offer a dive into French history and art de vivre, from key personalization to signature cocktail tastings.

In short, if you're looking for the ideal location for a charming weekend, with spacious, comfortable rooms that make you feel like an emperor or empress, make a note of theAigle Noir Fontainebleau.