On the west side of the Lower Park, near the shore, the Hermitage is a two-storey pink-and-white box featuring the ultimate in private dining: special elevators hoist a fully laid table into the imperial presence on the 2nd floor, thereby eliminating any hindrance by servants. The elevators are circular and directly in front of each diner, whose plate would be lowered, replenished and replaced.

The entry ticket here also includes admission to the modest Marly Palace, further to the west, inspired by a French hunting lodge.