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Palace of Versailles opens hotel for first time in 387 years

For the first time in its 387-year history, you can now sleep like royalty at the Palace of Versailles, which opened its first-ever hotel on June 1. 

Known as Le Grand Contrôle, the hotel features 14 rooms and suites and one signature suite, all designed by architect Christophe Tollemer. The interior is inspired by the late 18th-century opulence of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI.

Guests will have full access to the grounds of what the French refer to as the Château de Versailles and its surrounding areas, including spaces usually closed to visitors. 

Guests will also be able to enjoy dinner prepared by Michelin-starred French chef Alain Ducasse, do some serious R&R at the spa and take a dip in the indoor swimming pool.

Designed by architect Christophe Tollemer, the interior was inspired by the opulence of the infamous Marie Antoinette. Renée Kemps
The main hall leading up to the bedroom suites. Renée Kemps
The Necker Suite. Renée Kemps
Another view of the Necker Suite. Renée Kemps
The design is inspired by the 18th century and each room holds a fireplace and desk. Renée Kemps
The bathroom boasts Palace views. Renée Kemps
The expansive indoor pool. Renée Kemps
Guests will enjoy dinner made by Michelin-starred French chef Alain Ducasse. Renée Kemps
The hotel features 14 rooms and suites, and one signature suite. Renée Kemps
Exterior views of the Palace of Versailles. Renée Kemps

But as expected, it doesn’t come cheap. 

You will have to shell out about $2,000 per night to stay at the national landmark. But, the cost does include a personal butler and private tours of the palace and its grounds.

Renée Kemps, who has made a name for herself photographing famous sites, had the opportunity to shoot the hotel. 

“It is so exciting,” Kemps told The Post.  “Airelles Château de Versailles, Le Grand Contrôle is a magical place.” 

The breakfast room. Renée Kemps
The indoor dining area. Renée Kemps
Another bedroom. Renée Kemps
Another view of the bathroom. Renée Kemps
Another dining area. Renée Kemps
Guests will have access to the Château de Versailles and its surrounding grounds during their stay, including areas usually closed to visitors. Renée Kemps
A smaller suite. Renée Kemps
A smaller bathroom in one of the main suites. Renée Kemps