Le Meurice vs Hotel Plaza Athenee
Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hotel Plaza Athenee ranks slightly better than Le Meurice. Hotel Plaza Athenee comes in at #1 in Paris with approval from 19 reviewers like Jetsetter, Fodor's and Oyster.
Le Meurice
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228 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
From $543 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Palatial opulence in the style of Louis XVI, with unsurpassed vistas over Paris and superlative en suites."
Frommer's
"This landmark lies between the place de la Concorde and the Grand Louvre, facing the Tuileries Gardens."
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Concierge
"Le Meurice still has a vaguely decadent and artistic tone that sets it apart from other high-priced Parisian gilt trips."
Fodor's
"Since 1835, the Meurice has welcomed royalty and celebrities... and Paris' first palace hotel continues to please with service, style, and views."
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Insight Guides
"Elegant, 18th-century-style salons and a Michelin-starred restaurant are among the many assets of this historic grand hôtel."
Hotel Plaza Athenee
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25 avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris
From $806 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
Star
"This luxury Parisian hotel par excellence opened its doors in 1911... the essence of comfort!"
Frommer's
"The Plaza Athénée, an 1889 Art Nouveau marvel, is a landmark of discretion and style."
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Concierge
"The world's young, rich, and titled check in here to check out one another, disporting themselves in one of the city's hottest bars and two of its highly rated restaurants."
Fodor's
"Superlative; the word sums up the overall impression of this glamorous landmark hotel on one of the most expensive avenues in Paris with luxury shops."
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Insight Guides
"This palatial hotel, featuring lavish Versace decor, offers 190 soundproofed rooms, a disco, a restaurant and suites furnished in Louis XVI or Regency style."