The 12 Parisian Palaces

The Palace distinction is the highest and most prestigious honor in the French hospitality industry. It is awarded to exceptional hotels that embody excellence and perfection. Out of the 31 Palace-designated establishments in France, Paris is home to 12 extraordinary hotels.**

Discover the 12 Parisian Palaces, ambassadors of Parisian hospitality and French excellence, and iconic landmarks of the capital.

La Réserve Hotel

La Réserve Paris joined the exclusive circle of Palaces in 2016. It is a very unique five-star hotel with a spa and wellness area, located in the heart of the 8th arrondissement of Paris, just steps from the Champs-Élysées. The hotel’s restaurant, which holds two Michelin stars, invites you to a culinary exploration in a relaxed, contemporary atmosphere.

Le Bristol Hotel

The Bristol Paris has held the Palace label since 2011. Located at 112 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, it is a historic hotel with unparalleled Parisian style and elegance, created in 1925. The Bristol features two Michelin-starred restaurants (3 stars + 1 star in the Michelin Guide). This Parisian Palace perfectly combines luxury with charm.

Meurice Hotel

Since 2011, the Hotel Le Meurice has also received the Palace distinction. Located at 228 Rue de Rivoli, in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, Le Meurice embodies a serene elegance and the art of living at its finest, infused with the magic and spirits of artists. The restaurant Le Meurice Alain Ducasse is awarded two Michelin stars. The Chef reinterprets the classics of French haute gastronomy in a setting inspired by the Peace Room of the Château de Versailles.

Other Palaces in Paris

Mandarin Oriental Hotel

Located at 251 Rue St Honoré, in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, the Mandarin Oriental Hotel has held the Palace distinction since 2014. The rooms of this 5-star luxury hotel are decorated in a blend of Chic and Art Deco styles. The hotel features an indoor garden, 900m2 of wellness space, and a 2-star Michelin gourmet restaurant.

Park Hyatt Vendôme Hotel

The Park Hyatt Paris Vendôme Hotel joined the exclusive circle of Palaces in 2011. The hotel is located at 5 Rue de la Paix, in the heart of the 2nd arrondissement of Paris. It is a historic setting just a few steps from Place Vendôme in Paris. The hotel’s ambiance is a blend of classic architecture and contemporary décor. The hotel’s restaurant is also Michelin-starred.

Lutetia Hotel

The Lutetia Hotel is located at 45 Bd Raspail, in the legendary Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, in the heart of the 6th arrondissement of Paris. It is a 5-star luxury hotel, an ambassador of the French art of living, which has been awarded the Palace distinction since 2019.

Hotel de Crillon

Located on Place de la Concorde in Paris, Le Crillon was awarded the Palace distinction in 2018. It is a Rosewood hotel, featuring a spa and wellness area, and a Michelin-starred restaurant.

George V Hotel

Four Seasons George V Paris is an iconic hotel just steps away from the Champs-Elysées. The hotel has held the Palace distinction since 2011. It is unique for its beautiful terraces overlooking Paris and its 3 Michelin-starred restaurants, including one with 3 stars.

Plaza Athénée Hotel

Located on the prestigious Avenue Montaigne, home of French Haute Couture, the Plaza Athénée Hotel has been a Palace in France since 2011. The hotel’s rooms blend luxury and comfort in an elegant and tranquil setting. The hotel is partnered with Dior Spa.

Royal Monceau Raffles Hotel

In the heart of the 8th arrondissement of Paris at 37 Avenue Roche, the Royal Monceau Raffles Hotel offers a unique stay in rooms or suites dedicated to contemporary art. The hotel has held the highest French distinction as a Palace since 2013.

The Peninsula Paris

The Palace The Peninsula Paris is located at 19 Avenue Kléber Paris, just steps from the Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe. This 5-star hotel offers rooms decorated in a haute couture theme and has been classified as a Palace since 2016. The hotel’s restaurant is Michelin-starred.

Shangri-La Hotel Paris

The Shangri-La Hotel is a former princely residence in Paris. Located at 10 Avenue d’Iéna, just steps from the Trocadéro Gardens and the Eiffel Tower, the rooms are elegant and unique, offering royal luxury. The hotel joined the exclusive circle of Parisian Palaces in 2014.

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