Hotel chic luxury guide

Louis Vuitton on the Champs-Élysées: 7 ultra-VIP rooms, a club… what the giant trunk could be hiding

Rumors pointed to Louis Vuitton’s first hotel on the Champs-Élysées. At 103–111 Avenue, a different plan is taking shape for 2027, and new details are starting to emerge: ultra-VIP rooms, a restaurant, a club… Here’s what’s being whispered.

Parent-and-Child Treatment at Hôtel Lancaster: A First Wellness Experience to Share

The Hôtel Lancaster, just steps from the Champs-Élysées, is introducing a parent-and-child treatment in its private spa. A couples massage designed for children aged 5 to 12, starting at €140. Some firsts are unforgettable. A first massage now counts among them. With this unique treatment, the Hôtel Lancaster invites parents to give their child their very first wellness experience—and, above all, to share it with them.

Sleeping in the stables of Fleury Castle in Seine-et-Marne.

Sleeping in the old stables of a 16th-century castle is now possible in Fleury-en-Bière, in Seine-et-Marne. Since September 2026, the estate’s outbuildings at Château de Fleury have welcomed new apartments and even a reception hall. We’ve tried them and here’s the full report.

La Fondation, restaurants, spa, rooftop et mur d'escalade, Paris 17e

The Foundation houses a five‑star hotel, two restaurants, a 360‑degree rooftop with views, a spa, a semi‑Olympic pool, and a climbing wall in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. We’ve toured the site (and our feet are killing us) and we’re unveiling every space.

Shangri-La Paris, a princely palace combining imperial heritage and Asian luxury on Avenue d'Iéna

Avenue d'Iéna, in the 16ᵉ arrondissement, the Shangri-La Paris embodies a bold and successful reconversion, from the private palace of Prince Roland Bonaparte to a listed Monument Historique and distinguished palace hotel.

Le Fouquet's Paris, the now-Palace, what is this discreet hotel hiding?

Discreetly located at 46 Avenue George V, just a stone’s throw from its legendary Champs-Élysées brasserie, Hôtel Fouquet’s Paris has just earned in 2026 the Palace label awarded by Atout France, joining the very exclusive circle of 33 exceptional properties in France. If you haven’t heard of it, we tell you everything you need to know about a venue that has more than its fair share of assets.

La Clef Tour Eiffel Paris: the 5-star hotel and its artistic bar Le GustaV just steps from the Trocadéro

La Clef Tour Eiffel Paris, this five-star address in the 16th arrondissement, houses a genuine creative hub in addition to its 112 upscale rooms. In homage to the Exposition Universelle and to the Gustaves who left their mark on the capital, the bar blends art with bespoke mixology in an intimate atmosphere, just steps from the Trocadéro.

Le Cheval Blanc Paris joins the ranks of official palaces

Set in the former Samaritaine, renovated along the Seine, Cheval Blanc Paris has just earned the Palace label in 2026 from Atout France, a distinction that caps five years during which this address has profoundly reshaped Paris’s luxury landscape. Here’s why this lofty honor is fully deserved.

Near the Champs-Élysées, the Bulgari Paris Hotel is now a palace.

It's official: Bulgari's seventh hotel, which opened in 2021 near the Champs-Élysées, is now a palace. Restaurant, bar, spa, penthouse—here's what awaits guests.

George V, the story of a timeless Parisian palace in the Golden Triangle

On the eponymous avenue, in the shadow of the bright lights of the Champs-Élysées, the Four Seasons Hotel George V has embodied Parisian hotel elegance since 1928. From its opening in the Art Deco era to its most recent contemporary renovations, this palace has been both a witness to and a player in Paris's heyday.

Hôtel L'Aventure: a discreet, luxurious five-star haven with views of the Arc de Triomphe

Across from the Arc de Triomphe, Hôtel L'Aventure unveils a dreamlike, theatrical world designed by Vincent Darré. An exclusive address with just fifteen rooms in the heart of the Golden Triangle for those seeking to experience Paris like nowhere else, blending a chic restaurant with a private club just steps from the Champs-Élysées.

Star Hotel Champs-Élysées****: A stylish retreat just steps from the Arc de Triomphe

Just a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, the Hôtel Star Champs-Élysées**** offers a truly distinct Parisian experience. This four-star boutique hotel, with its intimate and sophisticated atmosphere, features vibrantly decorated rooms designed as immersive sensory journeys.

Just steps from the Champs-Élysées, the Hôtel Balzac hides a hidden bar and a tranquil Japanese-style spa

Just a stone’s throw from the Champs-Élysées, Hôtel Balzac offers a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of Paris. Behind its elegant façade lies a hidden gem in the 8th arrondissement: refined rooms, an intimate bar, and a serene Japanese spa. This is a hotel where guests come not only to rest but also to indulge in the quintessential Parisian way of life.

Prince of Conti: An Exclusive Hôtel Inspired by the Grand Century in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

The Prince de Conti Hotel opens its doors in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. This boutique hotel, featuring 23 rooms, reimagines the classic Parisian townhouse with a modern take on baroque décor, a curated collection of art spanning from the 17th century to today, and an intimate, welcoming atmosphere.

NH Collection Paris Ponthieu Champs-Élysées: a 4-star hotel located just off the world's most beautiful avenue

Tucked behind a classic Haussmann-style façade, the four-star NH Collection Ponthieu Champs-Élysées hotel welcomes travelers just steps from the world’s most famous avenue and iconic Paris landmarks. Guests can also enjoy dining at its stylish neo-bistrot, L'Angle des Champs.

Maybourne Saint-Germain: a super-luxurious palace-style hotel arriving in 2027 in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Paris is gearing up to welcome a new titan of luxury: the Maybourne Group is set to establish itself in the heart of the 7th arrondissement. Scheduled to open in 2027, the Maybourne Saint-Germain promises to turn the Îlot Saint-Germain into a sanctuary of elegance on the Left Bank.

Banke Opéra Paris: The hotel, housed in the former headquarters of a bank, is set to undergo transformation in 2026

The iconic Banke Hotel, housed in the former headquarters of a bank from the early 20th century, is set to embark on a new chapter under the Radisson Collection label. This architectural gem is expected to reopen its doors in the third quarter of 2026.

The Ritz Paris, the timeless legend of Place Vendôme

Overlooking Place Vendôme, the Ritz Paris is an institution, a landmark of French luxury and refinement. Since its inauguration in 1898, the hotel has weathered aesthetic revolutions, historical crises and hotel renaissances.

Le Lutetia, a century of history between luxury, art and resistance

Among the great addresses on the Left Bank, the Hôtel Lutetia (now Mandarin Oriental Lutetia) stands out for its rich history. From its beginnings in 1910 to its spectacular renovation and dark wartime days, this palace alone tells the story of Paris.

Mandarin Oriental, a former circus turned palace on rue Saint-Honoré

Located on rue Saint-Honoré, between Place Vendôme and the Tuileries Gardens, the Mandarin Oriental Paris is a modern palace with a new take on Art Deco architecture. The result of a bold renovation, it embodies the balance between Parisian heritage and contemporary design.