Palace Hotels in Paris: The Complete List of Distinction Palace Properties

The Editors Answer

Frequently asked

What is a 'Palace' hotel in France?

Palace is a French state distinction awarded by Atout France since 2010, sitting above the five-star rating. To qualify, a hotel must already hold five stars and pass a separate jury review on heritage, location, architecture, service excellence and contribution to French luxury. Around 30 hotels hold the title nationally; Paris currently has twelve.

Which hotels in Paris have the Palace distinction?

The current Paris Palace list: Le Bristol, Le Meurice, Plaza Athénée, Four Seasons George V, Mandarin Oriental, Shangri-La, The Peninsula, The Ritz, Cheval Blanc, Le Royal Monceau – Raffles, Hôtel de Crillon, and Bulgari Hotel Paris. Distinctions are reviewed every five years.

Which Paris Palace has the best spa?

By treatment menu and pool architecture: The Ritz Paris (Chanel au Ritz Paris Spa), Cheval Blanc (Dior Spa with a 30-metre Seine-view pool), Le Bristol (La Prairie suites), and Four Seasons George V. The Bulgari Hotel Paris opened in 2021 with what is arguably the largest hotel pool in central Paris.

Which Paris Palace is best for first-time visitors?

Le Meurice and Le Bristol for Right Bank classicism and Michelin three-star dining; Plaza Athénée for the Eiffel-view rooms; George V for the floral lobbies and the discreet bar. The Peninsula and Shangri-La are the easiest with families.