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Spa-tacular break: top hotels with spas near the Arc de Triomphe
After a day on the streets of Paris, what better way to unwind than in a spa sanctuary? Here are five wellness addresses to give you a break from the hustle and bustle of Paris, just a stone’s throw from the Arc de Triomphe.
Overlooking the majestic avenues of the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe is enthroned with panache at the crossroads of Paris’s most elegant districts. This emblematic monument, which preserves the memories of French heroes, offers a spectacular panorama of the City of Light from its summit. At the foot of this imposing arch, the avenues radiate, punctuated by luxury boutiques, historic cafés and sumptuous tree-lined avenues leading down to the banks of the Seine. Here’s a selection of the most prestigious spa hotels near the Arc de Triomphe, where luxury and Parisian charm meet for an unforgettable experience.
1. Norman Hotel & Spa
The Norman Paris, located in the chic 8th arrondissement just off the Champs-Élysées, is a boutique hotel that captivates with its unique style, blending the modern aesthetic of the 1960s with graphic art. This new hotel and spa near the Arc de Triomphe, flagship of the Bertrand Hospitality group and member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection, was designed by architect Thomas Vidalenc as a tribute to the American modernist artist Norman Ives. The group has just launched its Vivre - Les Maisons Bertrand collection. The 5-star establishment has been designed "for travelers who don't like formatted places, far from fake Parisian codes, who want to experience Paris like a local, in a hotel that is culturally similar to them, that brings extra interest to the destination", says Vidalenc.
The atmosphere is sophisticated and warm, with noble materials such as rosewood, oak, stone, aged leather and marble, enhanced by touches of stainless steel. After passing through the elegant circular entrance, you leave behind a luxurious velvet curtain to enter the welcoming Norman Hôtel & Spa. Here, far from the hustle and bustle of a conventional reception, a spacious library lounge with fireplace invites you to relax. The 29 rooms (superior and deluxe) and 8 suites feature the same materials as the living spaces, with custom-designed furniture enhanced by vintage armchairs and antique pieces. Everywhere, abstract paintings of modernist inspiration, a nod to the emblematic style of Norman Ives, renowned for his graphic, vibrantly colored works.
The hotel's spa, 400 m from the Arc de Triomphe, managed by Omnisens, offers a sporty experience (with its lovely gym) and revitalizing treatments and massages. We love the sleek, mineral decor of the two treatment rooms, where the protocols of the renowned, committed French brand will be dispensed. The restaurant Thiou, where chef Apiradee Thirakomen, a benchmark of Thai cuisine in Paris, offers dishes that skilfully blend the flavours of Thailand and France, is also in the spotlight.
Hotel Norman
From €471 per night
9 -11 Rue Balzac, 75008, Paris
2. Hôtel Balzac, spa hotel near the Arc de Triomphe
Ready for a chic flashback in time? On June 1, 2024, the legendary Hôtel Balzac, just off the Champs-Élysées, reopened its doors, reinvented in the pure tradition of the French hotel trade. Imagined by the artists of Festen Architectes, this spa hotel near the Arc de Triomphe swings between the clean lines of the 30s and 40s and the comfort of today's urban adventurer. With its 58 rooms, some with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower, and terraces that defy the rooftops of Paris, this is the kind of spot where you'll quickly feel at home!
At the heart of this refined, neutral-toned space, the bar and spa enhance the experience. While the former promises moments of gourmet conviviality over a cocktail, the latter boasts Japanese flavors that ensure you get back on your feet with an ancestral treatment, or take a break in the pool, sauna or hammam.
Hotel Balzac
From €611 per night
6 Rue Balzac, 75008, Paris
3. Grand Powers Hotel
Located on the corner of Rue François 1er and Rue Pierre Charon, the Grand Powers has just celebrated its centenary with an elegance that never goes out of fashion, despite its venerable age. This 5-star hotel, nestled in a sublime turn-of-the-century Haussmann-style building, has been refurbished to rival the local palaces, and has nothing to envy the giants of luxury. The 50 rooms and suites, spread over 6 floors, offer views of the capital's rooftops from their small balconies, evoking the atmosphere of a Parisian apartment with marble fireplaces and herringbone parquet flooring.
The Thala private spa, though modest with a single treatment room, offers a bubble of serenity where sauna, hammam and jacuzzi can be privatized for absolute relaxation. Plus? a gym open 24 hours a day! Here's a spa hotel near the Arc de Triomphe that won't just make you feel at home, it'll make you wish you were!
Hôtel Grand Powers
From €504 per night
52 Rue François 1er, 75008 Paris
4. Maison ELLE
A stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, on a quiet street in the 17th arrondissement, Maison ELLE goes beyond the concept of the Parisian boutique hotel to embody elegance and well-being à la française. Inspired by the spirit of the famous fashion magazine, this 4-star hotel, opened by the Valotel France group at the end of 2022, offers a refined experience with its 26 keys, including 10 suites. Each room, inspired by an emblematic element of the Parisian wardrobe such as Jean-Paul Gaultier's marinière or Coco Chanel's beloved tweed, pays tribute to these fashion icons with unique decors. The interior design combines furniture, lighting, drawings and sketches designed specifically to reflect the hotel's aesthetic. But the highlight is undoubtedly its organic spa, the fruit of an exclusive collaboration with the House of Dr Hauschka. This sanctuary of beauty and relaxation offers tailor-made cosmetic treatments using 100% natural ingredients, available at any time upon reservation. The spa encourages extended relaxation with its bath and heat path, where hammam and sauna sessions celebrate tranquility and time. For those seeking a more intimate escape, privatization of these spaces is available, ensuring a solitary experience in elegant surroundings.
Maison ELLE
From €236 per night
14 rue Brey, 75017 Paris
5. The Peninsula Paris, spa hotel near the Arc de Triomphe
Just a stone's throw from Place de l'Étoile, The Peninsula Paris stands proudly on Avenue Kléber, in an illustrious building where every element is designed to impress. A gigantic lobby, frescoes, gilding, sumptuous galleries housing luxury boutiques... the meticulous attention to detail reflects The Peninsula's ambition to redefine the standards of contemporary luxury. And the spa is no exception! A veritable temple to well-being, it covers 1,800 square meters, making it the largest of the Parisian palaces.
Between its granite and marble walls, a luminous, refined atmosphere transports you almost immediately. The twenty-meter swimming pool, six private treatment rooms, two VIP couples' cabins and changing rooms equipped with steam rooms, saunas and experience showers all combine to make this one of the capital's most exclusive and sought-after palace's spas.
The Peninsula Paris
From €1,590 per night
19 avenue Kléber, 75016 Paris