MAISON ALBAR - L'IMPERATOR

France, Occitanie, Nîmes
Located in the heart of Nîmes, steps from the Jardin de la Fontaine and the Maison Carrée, Maison Albar - L'Imperator is the landmark hotel of the Gard's capital city. A 5-star property, member of The Leading Hotels of the World and awarded a Michelin Key since 2024, the hotel offers 54 rooms and suites as well as 7 private maisons within a fully renovated Art Deco building. The patina of the place, its noble materials : ceramic, straw, wrought iron and its centuries-old ginkgo trees in the largest private garden in Nîmes make for a setting unlike any other in the region.

Since its historic opening, L'Imperator has welcomed Ava Gardner, Ernest Hemingway and El Cordobès. This exceptional heritage now meets a world-class contemporary offering: two restaurants signed by Pierre Gagnaire : DUENDE for fine dining and Brasserie L'Impé for convivial dining, a 350 m² Codage spa with indoor pool, an outdoor pool and the Hemingway Bar.

Ideally located to explore the Arènes de Nîmes, the Pont du Gard and the Camargue, L'Imperator is the address of choice for travellers seeking a distinctive stay in the South of France, for families, féria enthusiasts and organisers of prestigious corporate events.
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Hotel information

60 rooms and villas
Luggage room
2-stars Michelin© Guide Restaurant
Restaurant Toques Gault & Millau
Fine dining restaurant
Bistronomic Restaurant
Indoor pool
Spa
Wifi
Concierge service
Parking lot
International program TV
National program TV
Breakfast Room service
Room service
Jacuzzi
Hammam
Sauna
Kids Club
Meeting rooms

recommended for you

A must do

  • Discover another side of Nîmes by taking a walk in the heart of the conservation area
  • For food lovers enjoy the famous brandade de Nîmes accompanied by a good wine
  • Visite of the Square house, the best preserved Roman temple

We like

  • Its central location for discovering Nimes and surrounds
  • Is High standard of service
  • The superb interior garden, meeting place for culture lovers and very animated during the Feria de Nimes

Rooms & suites

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Salvador Dali House

Immerse yourself in the artistic soul of the 150m² Maison Salvador Dalí. This grand duplex features a Junior Suite on the main floor and two spacious bedrooms upstairs. Enjoy the luxury of a 50m² private garden and three full bathrooms, each equipped with both a walk-in shower and a bathtub.

  • Maximum Occupancy: 6 persons
  • Beds Types: Large double bed (190x200) or 2 Twin beds in each room (possibility to add 1 or 2 baby cots)

  • Amenities:
    • 50m² Private Garden
    • 3 En-suite bathrooms with both walk-in shower and bathtub
    • Junior Suite on the ground level (attached to kitchen and lounge)
    • Two spacious upstairs bedrooms with independent entrances
    • Fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and large lounge

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    Suite 1923

    Experience the myth in Suite 1923, a 64m² designer loft nestled on the hotel's top floor. This airy sanctuary features a spacious lounge and a bedroom with a private bathroom, offering breathtaking views of both the hotel gardens and the city skyline. Your stay includes premium services: daily breakfast, valet parking, and a complimentary minibar.

  • Maximum Occupancy: 2 persons
  • Beds Types: Large double bed (190x200) possibility to add 1 or 2 baby cot

  • Amenities:
    • Panoramic terrace with garden and city views
    • Top-floor location (3rd floor) for ultimate privacy
    • En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub
    • Fully equipped kitchen and designer lounge
    • Inclusive Services: Breakfast, Valet Parking, and Minibar

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    Imperator House

    The sumptuous Maison Imperator is brought to life by the legendary soul of the hotel, where luxury meets warmth. This individual house features a 50m² private garden and a quiet duplex layout. Enjoy a ground-floor suite connected to the lounge and two additional bedrooms upstairs, all designed for a serene and prestigious stay.

  • Maximum Occupancy: 6 persons
  • Beds Types: Large double bed (190x200) or 2 Twin beds in each room (possibility to add 1 or 2 baby cots)

  • Amenities:
    • 50m² Private Garden & Entrance
    • Duplex layout with access from the interior patio
    • Ground-floor bedroom with walk-in shower & bathtub
    • 2 Upstairs bedrooms with walk-in showers
    • Fully equipped kitchen & cozy lounge
    • Quiet garden views and independent house feel

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    Jean Cocteau - House

    Tribute to legendary filmmaker Jean Cocteau. This unique 80m² single-story house, located on the 2nd floor, features a private terrace with garden views. A quiet retreat ideal for families, offering two bedrooms with flexible bedding and private bathrooms.

  • Maximum Occupancy: 4 persons
  • Beds Types: Large double bed (190x200) or 2 Twin beds in each room (possibility to add 1 or 2 baby cots)

  • Amenities:
    • En-suite shower room
    • 1 En-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower
    • Private terrace
    • Garden View
    • Fully Equipped Kitchen

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    Ernest Hemingway house

    The Ernest Hemingway House is as legendary and captivating as the explorer and writer who gave it his name. This grand duplex features a luxurious top-floor suite opening onto a large lounge and private terrace, offering a truly unique and immersive experience.

  • Maximum Occupancy: 8 persons
  • Beds Types: Large double bed (190x200) or 2 Twin beds in each room (possibility to add 1 or 2 baby cots)

  • Amenities:
    • Top-floor Luxury Suite with walk-in shower & bathtub
    • 3 Bedrooms on the 1st floor with walk-in showers
    • Private terrace with panoramic feel
    • Fully equipped kitchen & grand lounge
    • Mythical and enchanting atmosphere

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    Gingko House

    Facing the centennial Ginkgo Biloba in the heart of the garden, Ginkgo's House promises a stay as luxurious as it is peaceful. This unique 100m² duplex features a private terrace, a fully equipped kitchen, and two upstairs bedrooms with independent entrances and walk-in showers.

  • Maximum Occupancy: 4 persons (possibility to add 1 or 2 baby cots)
  • Beds Types: Large double bed (190x200) or 2 Twin beds in each room

  • Amenities:
    • 2 En-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers
    • Duplex layout (bedrooms located upstairs)
    • Independent room entrances for extra privacy
    • Private terrace with garden view
    • Fully Equipped Kitchen & Lounge

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    Ava Gardner - House

    Reflecting the legendary Hollywood actress, this elegant 100m² single-story house, located on the 1st floor, features a terrace with garden views. A peaceful retreat ideal for families with young children, offering two bedrooms with private bathrooms, both equipped with a bathtub and a shower.

  • Maximum Occupancy: 4 persons
  • Beds Types: Large double bed (190x200) or 2 Twin beds in each room (possibility to add 1 or 2 baby cots)

  • Amenities:
    • 2 En-suite bathrooms with both bathtub and shower
    • Private terrace
    • Garden View
    • Fully Equipped Kitchen and Lounge

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    El Cordobes House

    Inspired by the iconic matador, the 120m² house El Cordobes stands out with its majestic decor and grand atmosphere. This unique duplex features a ground-floor suite opening onto the lounge and terrace, providing a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience overlooking the peaceful garden.

  • Maximum Occupancy: 4 persons
  • Beds Types: Large double bed (190x200) or 2 Twin beds in each room (possibility to add 1 or 2 baby cots)

  • Amenities:
    • 2 En-suite bedrooms with independent entrances
    • Ground-floor suite with direct terrace access
    • Majestic and iconic interior design
    • Private terrace with garden view
    • Fully Equipped Kitchen and Spacious Lounge

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    Suite

    Lavish 57 sqm suite with a lounge area.. The suite has a King Size bed and a bathroom with a bathtub/shower combo. You have access to L'Imperator CODAGE Spa, including a luxurious indoor pool and an outdoor pool bathed with sunlight. Watch your content using your TV equipped with Chrome Cast. Connecting rooms with the Suite are available upon request. Baby crib available on request.

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    Junior Suite

    Spacious and luminous 30 sqm suite with a sitting area. The suite features a King Size bed and a lavish separate bathroom with a walk in shower. Treat yourself at L'Imperator CODAGE Spa, accessing the indoor and outdoor pools. Watch your content using your TV equipped with Chrome Cast technology. Baby crib available on request. Extra bed available on request to accommodate more guests.

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    Executive Room

    Elegant and comfy 25 sqm room with an enjoyable balcony upon availability.. The room features a King Size bed separate bathroom with walk-in shower. Make the most of your free access to L'Imperator CODAGE Spa, including indoor and outdoor pools. Connecting rooms available on request. Baby crib available on request. Room suitable to people with reduced mobility upon request.

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    Deluxe Room

    Spacious 23 sqm room with city view. The room features a King Size bed and a separate bathroom with walk-in shower. Make the most of your free access to L'Imperator CODAGE Spa, including indoor and outdoor pools, steam room and hot tub. Connecting rooms available on request. Baby crib available on request. Room suitable to people with reduced mobility upon request.

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    Superior Room

    Comfortable and luminous 20 sqm room with a cosy decor and an intimate atmosphere. The room features a separate bathroom with walk-in shower and a King Size bed and a minibar. Experience L'Imparator CODAGE Spa with your free access and relax in the indoor and outdoor pools. Baby crib available on request. Television with Chrome Cast to stream your personal content.

    Hotel services

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    restaurant

    At the heart of Maison Albar - L'Imperator, the culinary experiences blend creativity and conviviality in spaces open onto the gardens and filled with Southern light.

    The gastronomic restaurant DUENDE, led by Chef Pierre Gagnaire, offers a bold and creative cuisine inspired by Mediterranean and Iberian influences. Set within an intimate atmosphere in the heart of Nîmes, the menu showcases exceptional ingredients elevated through a free-spirited and inventive approach.

    Open for lunch and dinner, Brasserie L’Impé celebrates seasonal cuisine crafted from locally sourced ingredients from the Gard and Languedoc regions. With its garden terrace, lunch menus, and selection of regional wines, it offers a more relaxed setting, equally suited for business lunches or laid-back dinners.

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    spa

    The L’Imperator CODAGE Spa offers a luxury wellness experience in the heart of Nîmes. This 350 sqm luxury spa combines CODAGE Paris expertise with a refined atmosphere inspired by the Mediterranean lifestyle.

    An indoor pool, hammam, whirlpool bath, Mediterranean patio, and treatment rooms, including two double cabins, create the perfect setting for relaxation and rejuvenation. Signature massages, personalized face and body treatments, yoga, and Pilates complete this wellness retreat within one of the finest spa hotels in Nîmes.

    seminars

    For over 20 years, Hôtels & Préférence has been successfully organizing your seminars and meetings. All our hotels have meeting rooms and modern equipment to host your conferences, incentives and working days. According to your budget and the type of event you wish to organize, our advisors will accompany you throughout your project and provide you with all the solutions to guarantee the success of your event.

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    MAISON ALBAR - L'IMPERATOR 15 rue Gaston Boissier 30900 Nîmes, France
    +33 (0)1 78 94 90 40

    GDS Codes :

    Amadeus : IW FNIIMP, Apollo : IW 87392, Sabre : IW 14530, Worldspan : IW COIMP

    By car
    Highway A9 (9 km / 13 min) - Highway A54 (4,5 km / 10 min) - Avignon (51 km / 46 min) - Montpellier (56 km / 46 min) - Marseille (126 km / 1h30 min)
    By plane
    Nîmes-Arles airport (10km / 15 min)
    By train
    Nîmes TGV station (2,5 km / 8 min) - Avignon TGV station (53 km / 47 min) - Marseille Saint-Charles train station (124 km / 1h20 min)

    Conditions of the establishment

    Breakfast :
    Breakfast buffet € 19 - Children under 12 years old € 8,5
    Reservation / Cancellation :
    Reservation and cancellation conditions vary according to the type of rate and room. They can be consulted at the time of reservation.
    Means of payment :

    Types of credit cards accepted : Visa, American Express, Mastercard, Maestro

    Cheques and gift cards accepted: Please contact the central reservation office Hôtels & Préférence for these payment methods