Some years ago I had attended a Conference at this Hotel when it was still owned by the Sheraton Group and I wanted to go back and see if it was as special as I remembered. It was!
We booked a room in the Palace (a must) which was located on the 3rd floor with a most beautiful view. We obtained a great rate through a hotel site but what I didn't realise was the fact that for a small additional amount we could be upgraded to one of their most spacious suites according to availability. Irrespective of your room you can be assured of a wonderful nights sleep as the rooms are quiet and the beds are very comfortable.

Whilst there we enjoyed an excellent dinner at L'Angelique a one star restaurant located in Versailles which was great value Euro40/head for a 3-course meal.

A must see, beside the Palace of Versailles is a visit to Le Petit Trianon which has only reopened to the public and an easy walk from the Hotel.

Gorgeous building, fab decor, lovely grounds. Rooms a bit disappointing, need upgrading.

From where do I start? Ok … I will retrace our paths.
My girl made the reservations on her name; it was a surprise for me she wanted to make. I was completely unaware of our destination.
Upon arrival I realized it was a Hilton so I flashed my HH membership card expecting some special courtesy or upgrade or whatever but all got was cold frown in return. The attendant seemed to be very displeased to add my name and HH membership info.
Arriving to the room was something funny to describe. That’s a palace so we have high expectations immediately killed by the contemporary deco. No mistakes here, we were at the palace, NOT at the pavilion.
Room is well sized, still not a palatial dimension. Bed is super king size with comfortable mattress and pillows.
Bathroom is spacious with a very nice tub and separated shower box.
Alright, it is just a spacious luxury hotel, not a palace per se. So lets enjoy it.
The surprise package included one hour SPA treatment for both of us. That was very relaxing and interesting. Everything at the SPA worked like an orchestra.
Back to the room we decided for a nap before dinner at one of the inside restaurants.
-What is that whir? Do you hear that?
-I sure do!
-Let me check … hmm it seems to be the fan on top of the toilette. Call the front desk.
A few minutes later a maintenance guy materialized in our door, reviewed everything and came with the diagnostic: It is the heating. Solution: Turn off the heating while you are inside the room and leave it on while you are away.
Alright! Brilliant! You can’t fix the problem, just ignore it. OK. Turn the damn thing off and let me have my – now – very short nap.
-What is that whir? Do you hear that?
-I sure do!
-Let me check … hmm it seems to come from outside
-Ahhh forget it. I have earplugs.
Time for a dinner at La Veranda.
Tasty…slow…very slow…what do I have to do to get some service here?
Tasty…where is my coffee? ... What do I have to do to get some service here?
Tasty…why everyone else gets a canelé (sweet treat) and we don’t? … What do I have to do to get some service here?
Time to get to bed and have a royal night of sleep…
-Do you feel that smell in the bathroom?
-I sure do! Did you do anything there?
-I sure not! Shall we call the reception desk?
-Ahhh never mind. We’re out of there tomorrow. Sleep well
-I wish I could with that noise coming from outside.
Morning: Breakfast in room.
-Babe I ordered cheese omelet, what in heaven are these red things?
-Just spare them and eat, we are out of here soon
Check out:
-How was your stay?
-Noisy! Smelly! By the way we had a bottle of water from minibar.
Assistant write notes in a scrap book while the invoice is printed.
-No prob, I will make it complimentary given the issues.
-How generous!
Presented the balance and processed the credit card.
-Thanks for staying with us.

The hotel is in an absolute stunning location. Versailles I'm sure can easily be missed with most people concentrating on what central Paris has to offer. You really have to visit this place, it is beautiful and the palace is breathtaking.
The hotel itself is top class. Set in wonderful grounds, you are made to feel special as soon as you walk through the front door. Service is exceptional. Rooms are huge and extremely comfortable. I wish I could have stayed longer and can't wait to go back.