Romantic hotel guide

Gourmet and cultural season kicks off: the Lancaster unveils its Producers' Dinner and '7 Days, 7 Arts'

At the Lancaster, September is shaping up to be decidedly cultural and culinary. The CopperBay Lancaster inaugurates “7 Days, 7 Arts,” a weekly program designed as a journey: each day of the week threads a different artistic discipline, turning the bar into a destination in its own right. Book your September 23 around a menu crafted by Chef Sébastien Giroud. Each month, the Lancaster Hotel opens its doors to creators. A producer, a product, a region, a shared passion.

Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne: we tried a night perched in the trees near Moret-sur-Loing

Only an hour from Paris and just a short drive from Fontainebleau, Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne offers a unplugged escape in the heart of a preserved 95-hectare natural estate. A chance to spend a premium night in a perched cabin, with a private Nordic bath and 100% locally sourced gourmet baskets.

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.

Jenny, the couture hotspot on the Champs-Élysées: lunch, cocktails and an elegant tea time.

Under the iconic glass roof at Paris Marriott Champs-Élysées, the Jenny bar-restaurant unveils a unique experience that fuses couture heritage with contemporary gastronomy. Refined lunches, elegant tea time, signature cocktails and inspired dinners: a Parisian address where every moment becomes an exceptional one, open daily until midnight.

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.

L'Hôtel du Domaine des Vanneaux for a green break in the Val d'Oise near l'Isle Adam-95

Just 35 minutes from Paris, the Domaine des Vanneaux Hôtel Golf & Spa MGallery offers a rural getaway in the Val d'Oise, a stone's throw from L'Isle-Adam. Set in the heart of a verdant golf course, this 4-star establishment combines well-being, gastronomy and outdoor activities, ideal for a relaxing romantic weekend or a family getaway.

Hôtel Daline Eiffel, a discreet boutique hotel, opens near the Eiffel Tower

En octobre 2026, l'Hôtel Daline Eiffel ouvrira rue Malar, dans le 7e arrondissement de Paris. This 27-room, 4-star boutique hotel, envisioned by Régis Botta for the Malone group, is betting on an intimate address between the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower.

Le Cardinal: a hidden hotel and an offbeat immersive room in Paris’s 9th arrondissement.

In a private, tree-lined cul-de-sac in Paris’s 9th arrondissement, just minutes from the Opéra Garnier, Galeries Lafayette and Saint-Lazare station, lies a discreet address that reinvents the art of a Parisian stay: Hôtel Le Cardinal Paris ****.

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.

In Deauville, the perfect hideaway for a weekend for two, with the sea at your doorstep

In Deauville, Le Royal Barrière remains in 2026 the top choice for couples: sea view, spa, outdoor pool, a cosy bar, a fine table, and a chic getaway facing the Planches.

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.

In Seine-et-Marne, charming cottages for a romantic, relaxing getaway.

In Seine-et-Marne, the Domaine de Bellevue offers cottages for a charming, idyllic getaway. Located near Disneyland Paris, the property also features a spa and a restaurant open to non-residents.

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.

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.

Hôtel de Crillon, the timeless palace on Place de la Concorde

Facing the Tuileries gardens, the Hôtel de Crillon embodies timeless elegance. From its construction in the 18ᵉ century to its bold renovation, the Crillon has weathered revolutions, wars and the mutations of luxury. Discover this palace-turned-palace, rooted in the soul of Paris.

Le Meurice, secrets and splendor of the palace favored by kings and artists on rue de Rivoli

Opposite the Tuileries, Le Meurice stands as a living witness to the evolution of Parisian luxury. From its origins in the 19ᵉ century to contemporary renovations, this hotel has seen kings, artists, fashion designers and mythical chefs come and go.

Le Bristol Paris, a luxury legend in the heart of Faubourg-Saint-Honoré

Facing the Élysée Palace, between haute couture and the prestigious Parisian thoroughfares, the Bristol Paris has stood as one of the capital's finest palaces since 1925.