Le Palais Beaumont
The Palais Beaumont, a splendid Belle Epoque building from 1899, in the heart of Parc Beaumont lies in the city center of Pau, against the backdrop of the Pyrénées. Restored as a conference venue in 1999 the historic centre now boasts extensive state-of-the-art meeting facilities, a casino and two restaurants. There are 22 halls with a capacity of 800 persons.
Le Palais Beaumont
Pau is set in splendid countryside, close to the mountains and associated with many of France's great leaders. The “Winter Capital” of 19th century British aristocracy is still known for its leisurely atmosphere. Located one hour from Biarritz, the Atlantic beaches and Spain, Pau has an international airport and a TGV (high-speed train) station within five minutes walking distance.
Services and Facilities:
1 Avenue Édouard VII
64000 Pau
France
Closest Airport: Pau-Pyrenees International
Distance from Airport (km): 23
Distance from Train Station (km): 1
Phone Number: +33 (0)559 112 000
Fax Number: +33 (0)559 112 001
Website: http://www.pau-congres.com
The conference venue has two auditoria, a number of smaller rooms, which can be connected for larger groups with a maximum of 750 persons in theatre style. All facilities have natural daylight.
There two different exhibition spaces, one of 900 sq.m and one of 400 sq.m.
Various rooms can be used for banquets and cocktail receptions, including a prestigious salon accommodating up to 560 for banquets and 600 for cocktails. Maximum capacity is 800 in the Salle Henri Faisans.
| Halls - Garden floor | Total sqm |
Theatre |
Classroom |
Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alphonse de Lamartine Auditorium | n/a | 200 | n/a | n/a |
| Paul-Jean Toulet Hall | 400 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Aristide de Monpezat | 190 | 150 | 100 | 100 |
| Adolphe Alphand | 190 | 150 | 100 | 100 |
| Roger Grenier | 28 | 20 | 18 | n/a |
| Henri Russel | 30 | 20 | 18 | 16 |
| Ernest Gabard | 90 | 60 | 50 | 50 |
| Gérard de Nerval | 50 | 35 | 30 | 40 |
| Lautréamont | 90 | 60 | 50 | 50 |
| Saint-John Perse | 30 | 20 | 18 | 16 |
| Louis Blérlot | 28 | 20 | 18 | n/a |
Halls - Ground floor |
Total sqm |
Theatre |
Classroom |
Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna de Noailles Hall | 525 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Alfred de Vigny Auditorium | n/a | 550 | n/a | n/a |
| Francis Jammes Hall | 95 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Henri Faisans Showroom | 900 | 800 | 550 | 650 |
| Henri Faisans Terrace | 400 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ambassadeurs Hall | 750 | 500 | 400 | 560 |
Halls - First floor |
Total sqm |
Theatre |
Classroom |
Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W. & O. Wright Leisure Area | 500 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paul Valery Organiser's Office | 23 | 20 | 14 | n/a |
| Maurice Barres Organiser's Office | 30 | 27 | 18 | n/a |
| Paul Mirat Media Lounge | 50 | 45 | 30 | n/a |
| Joseph Peyre | 46 | 40 | 30 | n/a |
The Palais Beaumont has hosted many grand galas and festivals. Thanks to careful renovation, the needs of a third millennium conference centre are now met. This venue’s advantages: convenient between Bordeaux and Toulouse; An international airport and high-speed railway station within walking distance; Beautiful setting with a view of the Pyrénées; State-of-the-art equipment; Pleasant, interior design; Natural daylight rooms; A casino and two fine restaurants and a Belle Epoque atmosphere.
The Palais Beaumont has two restaurants on the premises, and has arrangements with the best local caterers. Coffee breaks, lunches, gala dinners, cocktails and theme parties can be arranged and tailored to the client’s needs.
We recommend the following hotels: Hotel Parc Beaumont & Spa, Hotel Villa Navarre, Hotel Continental; Hotel Kyriad; Hotel Mercure; Hotel Novotel.