Christmas, “the most beautiful time of the year” is just around the corner. For those who like to spend their holidays abroad, the city of lights shines with its Christmas decors. From the iconic avenue Champs Elysées to the legendary square Place Vendome or the chic St Germain des Prés, Paris is always a good destination. Here’s a selection of the best hotels in Paris for a magical holiday.
CHEVAL BLANC PARIS
Cheval Blanc Paris
Facing Le Pont Neuf and just a few steps from La Samaritaine, Cheval Blanc Paris is definitely a splendor in itself. The urban property owns the first Dior Spa in the heart of the French capital.
Inside Dior Spa Cheval Blanc Paris created by architect Peter Marino
Created by American architect Peter Marino, guests are invited to enter a cosy and luxury Parisian apartment. If you are a fan of Dior, this spa is a tribute to Christian Dior’s Life.
RITZ PARIS
Ritz Paris
The most iconic hotel in the City of Light, considered as the second home of Coco Chanel, Francis Scott Fitzgerald and Marcel Proust is ideally located on Place Vendome. Tea time in the Salon Proust is magical.
Thé à la française inside Salon Proust, Ritz Paris
LE MEURICE
The two Michelin-starred Restaurant le Meurice Alain Ducasse
This palace probably enjoys the perfect Parisian location, between Place de La Concorde and The Louvre and overlooks the Tuileries Gardens. If you are looking for one the most beautiful suites in the city, book La Belle Etoile. On the 7th floor, La Belle Etoile Suite offers an extraordinary 360-degree view of the capital.
Spectacular views from La Belle Etoile Suite
HOTEL DE CRILLON
Hotel de Crillon
French Neoclassical Hotel de Crillon radiates as the most important creation of the Enlightenment on the biggest square of the capital: Place de La Concorde, also part of Unesco World Heritage.
One of the bathrooms of The Grands Appartements by Karl Lagerfeld
If you want to experience a stay in a palace, in the most unique suites around the world , opt for Les Grands Appartements designed by genius Karl Lagerfeld. It is the quintessence of the chic “à la francaise”, mixing haute couture, fashion, books and sumptuous decors.
PENINSULA PARIS
Peninsula Paris
The imposing Peninsula Paris owns 200 luxurious rooms inspired by Haute Couture. With its big size, the palace is a real cocoon. Two starred Michelin L’Oiseau Blanc restaurant is exceptional.
L’Oiseau Blanc
On the rooftop, the restaurant pays tribute to Charles Nungesser and François Coli who were the first pilots to attempt a Trans-Atlantic non-stop flight. From your table, you can admire the replica of the original aircraft with an eleven meter wingspan floating in the Parisian sky with the Eiffel Tower in the background .
MAISON VILLEROY
This five star hotel is situated in a refined Parisian mansion.
Lobby at Maison Villeroy
This very discreet and small property (only 11 apartments) is located in a quiet street, just a few steps from Avenue Montaigne.
You will feel like at home with all the comfort, service and amenities that go with it. Note that it is possible to book the entire mansion. A unique tailored experience.
BVLGARI HOTEL
Bvlgari Paris on 30 Avenue George V
Located just a few steps from the Champs Elysées, in the heart of the “Golden Triangle” on Avenue George V, the Bulgari Hotel combines French art de vivre and Italian glamour. The 25 meter pool is spectacular.
Vitality Pool at Paris
A reminiscence of the Roman baths with mosaics in myriad shades of emerald, jade and malachite, and gold ripples. The most beautiful swimming pool in the city.
FOUQUET’S PARIS
Brasserie Fouquets Paris
Le Fouquet’s Paris is renowned for its iconic Brasserie on the Champs Elysées.
View from Hôtel Barrière Le Fouquets Paris
With its central address, right on the Champs Elysées, the five star hotel is a great place to stay to be immersed into the world of French Parisian lifestyle.
LUTETIA
Lutetia
Located on the left bank, this five star hotel is ideally located in St Germain des Près, close to Le Bon Marche and Musée d’Orsay.
The Penthouse by Coppola
If you are a cinema lover, opt for The Coppola suite, the view over Paris is magical. Francis Ford Coppola stays here when he is traveling to Paris.
LE BRISTOL
Le Bristol
Le Bristol is located in one of the city’s most prestigious streets: rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
Succulent bread at Le Bristol
For pastry lovers, the oldest Parisian Palace produces its own flour in its mill, and they bake 192 “croissants” and “pains au chocolat” per day!
