Saint-Lazare · Stay in Paris
Maison Albar – Le Diamond
Daylight illustration of Le Diamond’s Haussmann façade near Saint-Lazare.
The Atlas take
About Maison Albar – Le Diamond
Maison Albar – Le Diamond is a five-star hotel near Saint-Lazare with 72 rooms and suites, crystal-heavy interiors and a planted patio. Its practical strengths are a 24-hour gym, round-the-clock room service and several suites with steam showers.
Best for
- Shopping around the department stores
- Trips using Saint-Lazare station
- Travelers who like ornate contemporary interiors
- A suite with a private steam shower
Know before you book
Check-in is from 15:00 and checkout is at noon. Le Diamond has no on-site pool or spa; the advertised Spa Pont Neuf and pool are at the separate Maison Albar – Le Pont-Neuf hotel. Balconies, twin beds and accessible layouts apply only to selected rooms or suites; arrange the required features directly before booking.
- Rooms and suites
- 7252 rooms and 20 suites, from 20 m² Superior rooms to the 47 m² Incomparable Suite.
- Outdoor space
- Planted patioThe Diamond Bar opens onto the hotel’s leafy patio.
- Fitness
- Open 24 hoursThe on-site gym has cardio equipment; a trainer can be arranged on request.
The pale stone Haussmann façade gives little indication of the decoration inside. Black granite, velvet, crystal chandeliers and mirrored ceilings run through the public rooms and accommodation. This is a deliberately ornate hotel, with a bar and patio for a quieter break from the streets around Saint-Lazare.
The room choice matters here. Superior rooms start at 20 m², while the Diamond suites add steam showers and the 47 m² Incomparable Suite has a balcony overlooking the Saint-Lazare esplanade. Some categories offer twin beds, balconies or accessible layouts, so request the feature you need when reserving.
The address suits trips built around the department stores, Palais Garnier and rail connections from Saint-Lazare. Breakfast can be taken in the hotel, in your room or as a takeaway. The hotel has its own fitness room, while the pool and spa advertised through its concierge belong to the separate Maison Albar – Le Pont-Neuf hotel.
Choose the right fit
Rooms at a glance
Compare the hotel’s room categories, then check your preferred configuration and dates when booking.
01 / ROOM CATEGORY
Superior Room
20 m² with a king-size bed.
Room details
Crystal headboards and either dark or red-and-white decoration, with a minibar and screen-sharing facilities. Accessible Superior rooms are available on request.
02 / ROOM CATEGORY
Executive Room
23–25 m², with twin beds available on request.
Room details
A little more room than the Superior category, plus a Nespresso machine. The decoration keeps the hotel’s crystal details and mirrored surfaces.
03 / ROOM CATEGORY
Junior Suite
25–30 m² with a desk area and walk-in shower.
Room details
This category adds space for working and a larger bathroom layout. Accessible Junior Suites are available on request.
04 / ROOM CATEGORY
Executive Suite
27–30 m² with a rain shower and bench.
Room details
Murano lighting, a mirrored ceiling and a Nespresso machine. The Executive Suite & Sofa category adds a convertible couch; some of those suites have a balcony overlooking the street.
05 / ROOM CATEGORY
Diamond Suite
33–35 m² with a steam shower.
Room details
The larger bathroom is the main distinction. Some suites have a balcony with a city view, and some steam showers include music and colored lighting; confirm the particular layout before booking.
06 / ROOM CATEGORY
Incomparable Suite
47 m² with a balcony overlooking the Saint-Lazare esplanade.
Room details
Four tall windows light the suite, which includes a lounge area, a steam shower with colored lighting and a Devialet speaker. The hotel lists valet service and 24-hour concierge assistance for this category.
The practical details
Amenities & guest services
- Planted patio
- Diamond Bar
- 24-hour fitness room
- 24-hour room service
- Steam showers in Diamond and Incomparable suites
- Accessible Superior rooms and Junior Suites on request
- Valet service to supervised public parking
Breakfast and room service
Breakfast is served from 7:30 to 10:30 on weekdays and until 11:00 at weekends. It includes bread, pastries, cheese and charcuterie. Room breakfast and takeaway options are available, and room service runs 24 hours a day.
Bar and patio
The Diamond Bar is open daily from 7:00 to 23:00. Velvet armchairs and the adjoining planted patio provide indoor and outdoor seating.
Fitness and treatments
The gym is open around the clock, with a treadmill, elliptical trainer and exercise bike. A personal trainer or an in-room massage can be arranged. Spa Pont Neuf and its pool are at the separate Maison Albar – Le Pont-Neuf hotel.
Parking and assistance
Valet service operates from 9:00 to 20:00 and uses supervised public parking. The hotel does not have its own car park. Small pets are accepted; confirm the current charge and arrangements with reception.
The Paris Atlas · Beyond the booking
History & cultural connections
From Opéra Diamond to Maison Albar
The hotel opened in August 2009 as the Best Western Premier Opéra Diamond. A press file published by its hotel group records 30 rooms at the same address, 4 rue de la Pépinière. The original four-star property was already aimed at visitors to the department stores, businesses and Saint-Lazare station.[1]
For the Hôtel Opéra Diamond’s 2009 opening, designer Alexandre Danan created interiors inspired by jewelry. The hotel group described black quartz, Bohemian crystal chandeliers and Swarovski crystal details. Bedrooms combined imitation crocodile-skin wallpaper with curtains reproducing a portrait by photographer Jean Clemmer. These were contemporary additions inside the older Parisian facade.[1]
The current Maison Albar hotel is larger, with 52 rooms and 20 suites, and is presented as a five-star property. Crystal, dark polished surfaces and patterned fabrics still define its interiors. Its accommodation now extends to suites with steam showers and a 47 m² top category overlooking the Saint-Lazare esplanade.[2][3][4]
See where you’ll be
Paris, just outside the door
The neighborhood: Saint-Lazare
Maison Albar – Le Diamond is in Saint-Lazare, near Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
Where to Stay in Faubourg Saint-Honoré
Places to discover nearby
theatre · Opéra
Palais Garnier
The Paris opera house — Charles Garnier's Second Empire palace on the place de l'Opéra, inaugurated on 5 January 1875 and the home of the Paris Opera ever since.
Explore this place
theatre · Opéra
L'Olympia
The boulevard music hall where Colette played the title role in La Romanichelle in 1906, during her run as a professional performer.
Explore this placeBefore you go
Useful questions, clear answers
Does Le Diamond have a pool or spa?
Its advertised Spa Pont Neuf and pool are at the separate Maison Albar – Le Pont-Neuf hotel. Le Diamond itself has a 24-hour gym, can arrange in-room treatments and offers steam showers in its Diamond and Incomparable suites.
Which rooms have a balcony?
Some Executive Suite & Sofa and Diamond suites have balconies. The Incomparable Suite has a balcony overlooking the Saint-Lazare esplanade. Confirm the exact room when reserving.
Are accessible rooms available?
The hotel lists accessible Superior rooms and Junior Suites. Contact it directly with your access requirements to confirm the room and bathroom layout.
What are the arrival and departure times?
Check-in begins at 15:00 and checkout is at noon.
Does the hotel have parking?
There is no private hotel car park. Valet service operates from 9:00 to 20:00 and uses supervised public parking.
Can I order food late at night?
Yes. The hotel lists room service 24 hours a day. The Diamond Bar closes at 23:00.
The details behind this page
Sources & image credits
Hotel information reviewed .
Hotel information & sources
Image credits
Illustrations and reconstructions are labelled throughout this page.
- Daylight illustration of Le Diamond’s Haussmann façade near Saint-Lazare.The Paris AtlasSource & reference
Your next Paris chapter
Find your room. Discover the story.
Plan your stay at Maison Albar – Le Diamond.