Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo 2026: The Exclusive “Hôtel des Connaisseurs” Program of Culture, Gastronomy and Signature Events

The Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, an iconic Belle Époque palace overlooking the Principality of Monaco, reaffirms its identity in 2026 as the “Hôtel des Connaisseurs”, positioning itself as one of the Mediterranean’s most prestigious venues for high-level cultural, artistic and gastronomic events.

Combining historic architecture, Michelin-starred culinary experiences, and a refined cultural program, the hotel continues to attract an international audience seeking exclusive experiences in Monaco.

Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo: A Belle Époque Icon in the Heart of Monaco

With its famous Eiffel-designed dome (Coupole Eiffel) and its status as a listed historical monument, the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo has been a symbol of Monegasque elegance for over a century.

Throughout its history, it has hosted major cultural and artistic figures such as Marcel Pagnol, Joséphine Baker, Maria Callas, Aristotle Onassis, and Francis Bacon, reinforcing its reputation as a privileged retreat for artists and intellectuals.

Today, this legacy continues through a refined experiential offering including world-class restaurants such as Pavyllon Monte-Carlo (Yannick Alléno) and L’Abysse Monte-Carlo, as well as the new Gustave Bar, inaugurated in the Jardin d’Hiver.

2026 Cultural Program: Philosophy, Art and Exclusive Signature Events

The 2026 season at the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo stands out for a rich calendar of cultural and gastronomic experiences blending philosophy, art, and haute cuisine.

The season opened with the first edition of Monaco Poésie Nuit et Jour, featuring acclaimed actor Lambert Wilson under the artistic direction of Thierry Consigny.

PhiloMonaco 2026: The Theme of Desire at Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo

One of the most anticipated highlights is PhiloMonaco 2026, hosted in the prestigious Salon Excelsior, featuring a series of conferences dedicated to the theme of desire.

PhiloMonaco 2026 Program

June 26 – 7:00 PM / 9:00 PM
Title: Not Yielding on One’s Desire
Featuring Charlotte Casiraghi, Raphaël Zagury-Orly, and Clotilde Leguil.

June 27 – 2:30 PM / 5:30 PM
Title: Writing Desire
Featuring Raphaël Zagury-Orly, Alice Ferney, Laurent Gaudé, and Cécile Ladjali.

June 27 – 7:00 PM / 9:00 PM
Title: Between Desire and Addiction
Featuring Sarah Chiche, Thérèse Hargot, Camille Charvet, and Johann Zarca.

Admission is free with prior reservation via PhiloMonaco.

Music & Gastronomy Evenings: Haute Cuisine Meets Classical Music at the Prince’s Palace

From July to August 2026, the highly anticipated Music & Gastronomy evenings return in collaboration with the Monte-Carlo Philharmonic Orchestra.

Guests will enjoy an exclusive experience including:

• A gourmet dinner at Pavyllon Monte-Carlo
• A classical music concert in the Cour d’Honneur of the Prince’s Palace
• Private transfers included

📅 Dates: July 9, 12, 26 & 30 – August 2 & 6
💶 Price: €390 per person
🎩 Dress code: city attire (jacket and tie required)

Art & Gastronomy: A Private Experience Between Fine Dining and the Grimaldi Forum

Two exclusive evenings combine haute cuisine and contemporary art:

📅 July 25 and August 8, 2026

Program includes:

• Dinner at Pavyllon Monte-Carlo
• Private guided visit of the summer exhibition at the Grimaldi Forum: Monaco and the Automobile
• Transfers included

💶 Price: €490 per person
⏰ Start time: 7:00 PM

Festival des Étoilés Monte-Carlo: A Four-Hands Michelin-Starred Dinner

📅 September 19, 2026
📍 L’Abysse Monte-Carlo

The two-Michelin-starred restaurant L’Abysse Monte-Carlo, led by Yannick Alléno and Naoki Kikuchi, hosts an exclusive four-hands dinner with Italian chef Martino Ruggieri (Maison Ruggieri – Palais Royal, Paris).

💶 Price: €700 per person (beverages included)

L’Abysse Monte-Carlo and the New “Matataki” Menu

Among the latest gastronomic highlights is the new Matataki menu, available Tuesday to Thursday.

The name, meaning “blink of an eye,” reflects a short yet poetic journey through contemporary Japanese cuisine.

The menu includes:

• 2 savory courses
• a selection of sashimi
• 4 sushi nigiri
• “Amami” dessert
• Signature Lavazza coffee “Petal Storm” (Cold Brew Collection 1895)

💶 Price: €195 per person (+€90 wine and sake pairing)

Gustave: The New Bar at Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo

Located in the Jardin d’Hiver beneath the spectacular Coupole Eiffel, Gustave is the new bar of the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo.

Designed as an elegant 18th-century-inspired salon, it offers:

• Signature Art Nouveau-inspired cocktails
• Rare and rediscovered spirits
• An exceptional champagne selection

A sophisticated new space dedicated to conversation, refinement, and sensory experience.

Practical Information

📍 Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo
Square Beaumarchais – MC 98000 Monaco

📞 Phone: +377 98 06 40 00
📧 Email: hh@sbm.mc

📞 Reservations: +377 98 06 98 98 / +377 98 06 98 99