The Grand Hôtel du Boulevard, the latest five-star establishment in Bucharest, will open its doors on Monday, March 24, as part of the global luxury Corinthia chain. This prime spot has been among the city’s most prestigious locations for approximately 150 years.
The hotel, emblematic of the city, has undergone complete renovation and now adheres to the global standards set by an international hotel group while still maintaining the historical essence of the structure. Originally inaugurated in 1873 as Hotel Herdan, named for its owner at the time, Jacques Herdan, it adopted the title Grand Hôtel du Boulevard just six years later, a designation which persists even today.
Currently, the hotel provides guests with 30 suites along with two dining establishments, a Heritage cafe, a grand ballroom, a wellness center, and a gymnasium. Even after the refurbishment, it preserves several original design features like marble accents, woodwork, and ornate ceilings from its inception.
The primary dining venue at this hotel will be branded as SASS’ Restaurant & Lounge, known for its high-end status in Monaco. Established in 1993 by Salvador Treves “Sassa” along with his spouse Yolande, the place has become one of the premier destinations within the tiny, elite nation. Currently, the business is venturing beyond Monaco’s borders; they have launched a temporary eatery in Saudi Arabia and secured a fixed site in Bucharest.
The eatery, designed for 45 guests, expands to include an additional 20 seats in the lounge space. It will be open every day from 7:00 PM until 2:00 AM, featuring live acts by musicians. Post-midnight, specifically after 11:00 PM, the venue transitions to DJ-led entertainment.
The restaurant management has stated that the location is open to guests who are not staying at the hotel, including walk-ins, subject to table availability. Additionally, the venue reserves the right to select its clientele.
The other eatery, Boulevard 73, fuses French and Romanian culinary traditions and adheres to the farm-to-table concept.
Throughout its history, the Grand Hôtel du Boulevard has welcomed notable visitors including Austria-Hungary’s Emperor Franz Joseph, renowned Romanian poet Tudor Arghezi, prominent politician Octavian Goga, celebrated sculptor Constantin Brâncuși, and many more distinguished individuals.
The hotel will cater primarily to international visitors, offering rooms priced from €580 per night for a 31-32 square meter Junior Suite and reaching as high as €2,570 nightly for an expansive 115-116 square meter Signature Suite, which is the top-tier option available.
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(Photo source: the hotel)