Paris: the capital’s finest luxury hotels

Le Cinq Codet | Invalides | Paris ^7th

Le Cinq Codet is nestled on the corner of two side streets in the very bourgeois 7th arrondissement, at number 5 rue Codet, from which it takes its name. Rue de Grenelle is just a stone's throw away, and the Invalides can be seen from some of the rooms. The hotel opened six years ago, in a former telephone exchange dating from the 1930s. The surprising building takes the form of an ocean liner's bow. The decor is by Jean-Philippe Nuel, a French interior designer with a long track record in the luxury hotel sector (Molitor, Indigo Paris, InterContinental Marseille Hôtel Dieu, La Clef Champs-Elysées...).

Inside

From the very first moment you enter the lobby, you're struck by the delicacy and elegance of the setting. And what an impression of space, with its discreet desks and contemporary sofas! The building houses 67 rooms and suites. The 29 different types have one thing in common: light and the omnipresent light oak. The decor breaks with the codes of the traditional hotel business and is closer to that of an apartment. No fewer than 400 works of art decorate the establishment. The boutique hotel aims to be a "Parisian pied-à-terre". On the top floor, the private terraces are spectacular. You can admire the Dôme des Invalides or the Eiffel Tower.

What about common areas?

The attention to detail and finishing touches are perfect throughout the hotel. Le Cinq Codet boasts a chic restaurant, the aptly named "Chiquette", one of the finest tables close to Invalides, which adjoins an informal bar-lounge area. Here, you can enjoy breakfasts, club sandwiches and other hotel menu classics at any time of day, as well as refined dishes such as scallops cooked with binchotan and Jerusalem artichoke coconut curry, or semi-cooked organic king prawns with koshi hikari rice and lemongrass broth. When the weather's fine, the patio is very pleasant, and lunch is enjoyed in royal calm. The spa is intimate, with a herbal tea room, a massage room for two, a hammam and a fitness area. The wellness area features a surprising outdoor Jacuzzi, a rarity in Paris.

Le Cinq Codet Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
67 keys, from €300 per night.
5 Rue Louis Codet, 75007 Paris

Hôtel Fouquet's Paris | Champs-Elysées | Paris 8^th

At the corner of the Champs-Élysées and George V avenues in Paris's 8th arrondissement, the Barrière group has set up its palace above the legendary Brasserie Fouquet's, frequented by movie stars since the 1930s. The luxury hotel in Paris had to live up to the reputation of the famous restaurant, a glamorous address renowned the world over for its red velvet and photographs signed by Studio Harcourt. The challenge was met for this splendid vessel, which has everything it takes to seduce a palatial clientele.

The décor plays a major role in the chic, Parisian ambience. Designed by Jacques Garcia, it is contemporary and almost minimalist, contrasting with Garcia's usual passion for Grand Siècle tapestries and gilded woodwork. The 101 elegant rooms and suites of the Fouquet's Paris, decorated in beige and gold tones, feature marble bathrooms. Some rooms boast a breathtaking view of the Arc de Triomphe, adding an extra touch of luxury to guests' stay.

The restaurant offer is another highlight of the establishment. The Brasserie Fouquet's, whose menu is designed by three-starred chef Pierre Gagnaire, continues to attract gourmets from all over the world. Next to the pretty interior garden, the Le Joy restaurant offers a 100% "Made in France" menu, highlighting the expertise of local producers. In the basement, the 700 m² Diane Barrière Spa is a first-rate oasis of well-being. It features a 15-metre pool, where guests can relax with products and expertise from the Odacité brand, as well as make-up techniques from the renowned Studio Harcourt.

What sets it apart? Its rooftop and speakeasy, Le Marta, for a trendy Parisian experience with panoramic views of the City of Light. We also love the interior garden, perfect for relaxing just a stone's throw from the bustle of the Champs-Élysées.

Hotel Fouquet's Paris
101 keys, from €700 per night
46 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris

Saint James Paris | Avenue Foch | Paris ^16th

This former private mansion reopened its doors in 2023. Hotel Saint James Paris is located in the heart of Paris's "beaux quartiers", just off Avenue Foch and not far from Place de l'Étoile. Inside, Laura Gonzalez has sublimated the neoclassical architecture to create a cocoon of timeless Parisian chic. Guests are pampered with the services of Clefs d'Or concierges. In the Bellefeuille restaurant, chef Grégory Garimbay creates a gourmet menu. At the bar, you'll find a hushed, "so British" ambience, where you can sip a cocktail surrounded by the antique leather-bound books in the large library. The spa offers treatments by Guerlain.

Saint James Paris
50 keys, from €420 per night
5 Place du Chancelier Adenauer, 75116 Paris

Grand Powers Hotel | Avenue Montaigne | Paris ^8th

At the corner of Rue Pierre Charron and Rue François 1er, the Grand Powers boasts 50 rooms spread over six floors, including 12 junior suites, 18 superior rooms, 19 deluxe rooms and a prestigious 75^m2 suite on the top floor overlooking the Eiffel Tower. Located in the heart of the Golden Triangle, the hotel's atmosphere is Anglo-Saxon. The spa is designed by holistic skincare brand Holidaymie. It features an XXL Jacuzzi, sauna, hammam and fitness room. At the Café 52 bar-restaurant, guests can enjoy classic or healthy dishes at any time of day, finishing with a gluten-free pastry from pastry chef Christophe Michalak. The Grand Powers is one of Paris's most discreet luxury hotels close to the Champs-Élysées.

Grand Powers Hotel
50 keys, from 430€ per night
52 Rue François 1er, 75008 Paris

Hôtel Raphael | Place de l'Étoile | Paris ^16th

The hotel with its sculpted façade stands proudly just a few meters from the Arc de Triomphe. Inside, you'll admire classical refinement. Numerous details evoke château life: woodwork, moldings, paintings, Louis XV and Louis XVI furniture... The refined draperies and fabrics signed "Rubelli" and "Lelièvre" transport you to Paris' glamorous past. The restaurant offers round-the-clock service. Guests enjoy the English bar and lounge, with excellent cocktails and delicious tea time. On the 7th floor, the rooftop terrace of the Hôtel Raphael is a marvel with its 360° view of Paris: the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Sacré-Cœur....

Hôtel Raphael
54 rooms and 29 suites, from €270 per night.
17 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris

Château Voltaire | Palais Royal | Paris ^1st

A collegial project orchestrated by Thierry Gillier, this private mansion in the 1st arrondissement, between the Opéra and the Tuileries, has succeeded in combining historic tradition and Parisian lifestyle. The charm of the old buildings and the elegance of the 31 sleek rooms - the work of the Festen duo - combine to make this 5-star hotel a cocoon of warmth and cosiness. The Brasserie l'Emil, the Coquille d'Or bar and the wellness area complete the offer in the spirit of the Château Voltaire.

Château Voltaire
32 keys, from €500 per night.
55 Rue St Roch, 75001 Paris

Le Narcisse Blanc Hôtel et Spa | Invalides | Paris ^7th

In homage to the early 20th-century muse Cléo de Mérode, this 5-star hotel offers a stay that combines modernity, romance and relaxation. This jewel in the heart of the Invalides district combines modern comfort with historic cachet. The 37 rooms and suites of Le Narcisse Blanc are decorated in a monochrome of beige and brown, with beautiful wall moldings and gilded lighting fixtures that enhance their elegance. The menu at the Cléo restaurant, created by chef Bruno Aubin, revolves around irreproachable products and spices from around the world, which he blends without false note. Relaxation is guaranteed at the spa by Anne Semonin.

Le Narcisse Blanc Hotel and Spa
37 keys, from €480 per night.
19 bld de la Tour-Maubourg 75007 Paris

Maison Albar Hotels Le Vendome | Opéra | Paris ^1st

Between Opéra and Place Vendôme, the beautiful late 19th-century façade of the former Lyon d'Or is now home to this 5-star hotel, which perpetuates the tradition and splendor of Parisian private mansions. Blue furniture and green accents meet gold and marble throughout Maison Albar Le Vendome, which features 51 refined rooms, some with a view of the Opéra. At the Le Yakusa restaurant, due to open in late 2021, chef Olivier Da Costa fuses the best of Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine. The Japanese table extends onto a zen, plant-filled patio designed by KI NO BI, where signature cocktails and spirits are served. On the wellness front, the Spa by La Colline is dedicated to relaxation and features an indoor pool.

Maison Albar Hotels Le Vendome
51 keys, from €450 per night.
7 rue du Helder, 75009 Paris

Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal | Palais-Royal | Paris ^1st

Nestled in the heart of historic Paris, the Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal is a haven of peace like few others. In its 68 rooms and suites, decorated by Pierre-Yves Rochon, soft, woody or acidic hues create an intimate, restful atmosphere. From the huge terrace of the Rooftop Suite on the 7th floor, with its charming private elevator access and chic furnishings, you can admire the view of the Palais Royal and the capital's historic monuments. Chef Maxime Raab, in the kitchen at Café 52, prepares healthy dishes that reconcile well-being and gastronomy. On the second floor, the spa offers Holidermie treatments and invites guests to enjoy a hammam, a fitness room and a hairdressing salon.

Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal
59 keys, from €450 per night.
4 rue de Valois 75001 Paris