U.S. News has an interesting ranking system. It looks at a variety of other lists, from Conde Nast Traveler to Travel + Leisure and Forbes. With that list of lists approach in mind, we take more of their top picks for Paris and add our choices for the best suites. Enjoy Part 2 of our Paris report.
1. Ritz Paris
2. The Peninsula Paris
3. Le Royal Monceau – Raffles
4. Shangri-la Paris
5. Hôtel de Crillon
1. Ritz Paris
- Fodor’s Choice
- Condé Nast Readers’ Choice List 2020
- Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2020
- Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards 2020
U.S. News reports, “Located in Paris’ 1er arrondissement within walking distance of the Place Vendôme and the Palais Garnier, the historic Ritz Paris invites guests in with its top-notch service and upscale, 18th-century Parisian design. Guest rooms – or apartments, as they’re called by this hotel – feature neutral color palettes with gold accents, chandeliers, and fireplaces, while standard suites offer additional living space.
It continues, “If you desire views of the surrounding city, upgrade to one of the property’s Prestige Suites. Each honors a Parisian landmark, time period, or well-known individual. Noteworthy suites include the Suite Impériale, which is listed as a historic monument, and the Suite Coco Chanel, the former Parisian home of the famous designer. After settling into your accommodations, previous guests recommend grabbing a cocktail in Bar Hemingway or a meal at L’Espadon. You can also take a pastry or gastronomy course through the hotel’s cooking school. Or, if you’d rather lounge poolside or relax during a massage, visit the Ritz Club Paris spa.”
Suite Mansart
Designed as a penthouse, with a vast 420 sq. ft. roof terrace and a view over the Place Vendôme and its surroundings, the 915 sq. ft. Suite Mansart (both images above) is the ultimate luxury in Paris. A long, enfilade configuration lends this 6th-floor suite offers natural light to each room.
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2. The Peninsula Paris
- Fodor’s Choice
- Condé Nast Readers’ Choice List 2020
- Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards 2020
U.S. News writes, “If you’re after quintessential Parisian digs with modern amenities like complimentary Wi-Fi access, tablets, and dual-voltage electrical outlets, consider staying in one of The Peninsula Paris’ accommodations. All 200 guest rooms and suites combine traditional details like spacious marble bathrooms and white crown molding with contemporary features like dark wood headboards and chrome light fixtures. Additionally, each space comes with one-of-a-kind amenities like a LED touch-screen wall panel programmed in 11 languages, a nail dryer, and a hidden valet box for laundry.
“But it’s not just the hotel’s guest rooms and suites that set this property apart. The Peninsula Paris, which is housed within a 19th-century Haussmannian building, is where George Gershwin wrote “An American in Paris” and where the Paris Peace Accords (the treaty that ended the Vietnam War) was signed…When you’re famished, previous visitors recommend returning to the hotel for Cantonese-style bites at LiLi or traditional Parisian meals with an Eiffel Tower view at L’Oiseau Blanc.”
The Katara Suite
Located on the top (6th) floor of the hotel, the 1,990 sq. ft. Katara Suite (both images above) offers lavish interior facilities, Eiffel Tower views, and expansive outdoor spaces including a 1,050 sq. ft. rooftop private garden. Art Déco furniture, exceptional paintings, and both contemporary and antique sculptures combine seamlessly to create a refined and comfortable ambiance. Hues of silver and beige tones gently complement the breathtaking view over Paris and its distinctive zinc rooves. The Katara Suite showcases the very best of the Peninsula lifestyle blended with Parisian glamour.
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3. Le Royal Monceau – Raffles
- Fodor’s Choice
- Condé Nast Readers’ Choice List 2020
- Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards 2020
U.S. News says, “Part hotel, part art gallery, this Raffles property impresses guests with its hospitable staff and art-inspired accommodations. Guest rooms and suites feature neutral color schemes with leather and wood accents, plus amenities like walk-in closets, complimentary Wi-Fi, international artwork and acoustic guitars.
“For more space and perks, visitors can upgrade to one of Le Royal Monceau’s suites. Some include kitchens and private fitness centers, and the Lifestyle Suite even comes with a piano. When you’ve worked up an appetite, choose from the property’s three restaurants. All venues – including the Michelin-starred Il Carpaccio – receive high marks from diners, but if you don’t have time to try them all, grab breakfast at La Cuisine.”
Penthouse Suite
Accessed by a private lift, this top-floor 1,798 sq. ft. Penthouse Suite offers sweeping views over the rooftops of Paris and is bathed in natural daylight. It offers a well-equipped kitchen, workspace, two bedrooms, and living room where you can receive guests and hold dinners.
See more suites at Le Royal Monceau, Raffles.
4. Shangri-la Paris
- TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards 2020
- Fodor’s Choice
- Condé Nast Readers’ Choice List 2020
- Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards 2020
U.S. News reports, “Blending European and Asian aesthetics in a nod to its moniker, the Paris iteration of the Shangri-La Hotel enjoys a prime location just north of the Seine and the Eiffel Tower. In fact, many of the rooms boast views of the iconic landmark. Recent guests suggest springing for accommodations with a balcony or terrace.
“Regardless of whether you choose a room or suite, you’ll be greeted with a blue, ivory, and white color palette and a marble bathroom with heated floors, plus a separate tub, a rainfall shower, and double sinks. Amenities like free Wi-Fi access, an indoor pool, and a spa were a hit with past travelers. The hotel is also home to a fitness center and various dining options, including two restaurants with Michelin stars.”
La Suite Chaillot
Named after the chic neighborhood surrounding the hotel, La Suite Chaillot (both images above) is 1,175 sq. ft. Designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon, this one-bedroom suite is swathed in shades of taupe and jade and features a walk-in dressing room, a separate living room with a guest washroom, a dining area that can accommodate up to six guests, and a wraparound terrace that puts the Eiffel Tower almost at arm’s length.
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5. Hôtel de Crillon, a Rosewood Hotel
- Condé Nast Readers’ Choice List 2020
- Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Awards 2020
U.S. News says, “Hôtel de Crillon – which sits by the Place de la Concorde in Paris’ 8th arrondissement – impresses visitors with its French neoclassical details (think: Baccarat chandeliers and Coustou sculptures). In fact, one former guest called this historic property a “fairy tale.” But this Rosewood outpost’s elegant interior is not its only standout feature. Many previous lodgers appreciated the hotel’s top-notch service and comfortable accommodations. All 124 guest rooms and suites boast neutral tones and custom artwork, plus high-end touches like butler service, Nespresso coffee machines, and beds dressed in Drouault duvets and Rivolta Carmignani linens.
“Standard rooms overlook the property’s courtyard, while signature suites come with up to 3,768 square feet of space and offer breathtaking views of Paris landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Musée d’Orsay. Several recent travelers also heaped praise on the property’s dining establishments. L’Ecrin serves modern dishes, and Brasserie d’Aumont features French fare made with locally sourced ingredients. Other amenities available here include a spa, an indoor swimming pool, a barbershop, and a bar with more than 100 kinds of Champagne.”
Suite Bernstein
Located on the sixth floor, Suite Bernstein (both images above) is named for the great composer Leonard Bernstein, a frequent and cherished guest. The magnificent retreat features a sitting room, a dining room for six, and a 1,205 sq. ft. private terrace overlooking Place de la Concorde with views of the Eiffel Tower and other Parisian landmarks.
See more suites at Hotel de Crillon, a Rosewood Hotel.
