Grand Hôtel du Boulevard

The Grand Hotel du Boulevard is a multi-story neoclassical building standing at the intersection of Calea Victoriei and Regina Elisabeta Boulevard in central Bucharest. Its facade features characteristic neoclassical architectural details with ornamental elements that emphasize its role as a prominent urban structure.

The building was constructed in 1873 as Hotel Herdan and received its current name in 1877. It became the first hotel in Bucharest to feature water supply in all rooms, setting a new standard for urban accommodation.

The name Grand Hôtel du Boulevard reflects the street where it stands, and visitors today notice the ornate neoclassical details carved into its facade that speak to the elegance of late 19th-century hotel design. These decorative elements show how buildings competed to impress wealthy travelers passing through the city.

The building sits at a major transportation junction in Sector 5, making it easily accessible by public transit and surrounded by museums and cultural institutions. The central location allows visitors to explore the neighborhood on foot and visit the city's main attractions.

During World War II, the building served as headquarters for German troops from 1941 to 1944 during the occupation. After the war it transitioned to governmental administrative use and remained under state control until 1974.

Location: Bucharest

Architects: Alexandru Orăscu

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Address: Bd. Elisabeta 21 sector 5, municipiul București

GPS coordinates: 44.43459,26.09790

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:43