The lobby of the Hôtel Hermitage in Monte-Carlo.
The lobby of the Hôtel Hermitage in Monte-Carlo. [CC] credit.

The Hotel Hermitage luxury palace from the Belle Époque period. It is located in the center of the city of Monte Carlo in the small country of Monaco by the French Riviera. It has a spectacular view over Monaco's port and the Mediterranean Sea.

It was constructed from 1890 to 1896 by architect Nicolas Marquet and 'La coupole du jardin d'hiver' is signed by Gustave Eiffel. It is considered one of the top palaces in Monaco.

The Hermitage Hotel Glass Ceiling by Gustave Eiffel.
The Hermitage Hotel Glass Ceiling by Gustave Eiffel. [CC] credit.