1 / 4 Learn more Home page The charme of the past with modern comfort Once the residence of Louis XIV -- the 'Sun King' -- the Pavillon Henri IV offers an exceptional panoramic view of the Seine Valley all the way to Paris. The hotel, which opened in 1850, has the feeling of an ancient manor, 42 rooms, a restaurant and reception rooms. History and tradition The Pavillon Henri IV is built on the Saint-Germain Terrace, on the very site of the first royal castle. Philibert Delorme began working on a new castle ("Château Neuf") in 1556 under the reign of Henri II. Further work to enlarge and embellish the Château Neuf was begun in 1589 under King Henri IV and directed by architects Jean de Fourcy, J.B. Androuet du Cerceau and Louis Metezeau. The buildings were completed and the court moved in around 1603. The Château Neuf became the royal residence under Henri IV and remained so under Louis XIII and Louis XIV up until 1660, when the court was forced to move into the ancient castle until they were able to move to Versailles. During the night of 4 September 1638, Anne of Austria went into labor and gave birth to Louis Dieudonné, the future Louis XIV, on 5 September 1638. The salon in which the Sun King was born is now one of the salons of the Pavillon Henri IV and is classified a historical monument. With the arrival of Louis XIV, Saint Germain entered into the richest phase of its history. The castle was the King's preferred residence from 1666 until 1682, when Saint Germain was abandoned in favor of Versailles. In 1777 the Château Neuf became the property of the Count of Artois, Louis XVI's brother and the future Charles X. By that time, however, the castle was in complete disrepair. The Count decided to have a new residence built in its place on more solid foundations, and demolition of the Château Neuf began in 1779. Services 42 rooms Restaurant with panoramic view A bar in the gallery Banquet rooms Meeting rooms with natural light Terrace with panoramic view over the Seine Valley Ample private and free parking Lift Night receptionst Wireless internet Laundry service Hairdresser (with reservation) 1 hour massage (with reservation) Contact Us Book online Gift box Special offers PAVILLON HENRI IV 19-21 rue thiers 78100 SAINT-GERMAIN-EN-LAYE Tel. : +33 1 39 10 15 15 Fax. : +33 1 39 73 93 73 reservation@pavillonhenri4.fr NEWSLETTER I accept the privacy policy This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. BOOKING Book your stay Specials offers Gift boxes Book your table Organize your event FOLLOW US SITEMAP Home Photos Rooms & Suites Wellness Seminars Wedding & Receptions Panoramic Restaurant & Terrace Rates & Reservations Tourism Access Special offers Gift boxes Contact Legal notice Privacy SHARE THIS PAGE DESIGN AND SEO WWW.API-AND-YOU.COM - ｢∫｣ OFFICIAL WEBSITE News TourismAccessContact +33 1 39 10 15 15 reservation@pavillonhenri4.fr Sitemap By clicking on the button "Ok, accept everything", you accept the use of cookies. To find out more, click here. OK, ACCEPT EVERYTHING