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Le MeuricevsLe Bristol Paris
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Le Bristol Paris scores marginally better than Le Meurice. Le Bristol Paris ranks #3 in Paris with endorsements from 17 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, Oyster and Gayot.
Le Meurice
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
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Star Service
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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." Full review
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." Full review
Insight Guides "Elegant, 18th-century-style salons and a Michelin-starred restaurant are among the many assets of this historic grand hôtel."
DK Eyewitness "The Meurice is a perfect example of successful restoration, with excellent replicas of the original plasterwork and furnishings."
Time Out "With its extravagant Louis XVI decor, mosaic tiled floors and modish restyling by Philippe Starck, Le Meurice is looking grander than ever." Full review
Star Service "Reviled by some, beloved by others, this lavish wedding-cake-of-a-place is colored up with an ungodly amount of icing, its extravagant baroque sensibility teasing the best duds out of your luggage. " Full review
Gayot "Part of the prestigious Dorchester group, Le Meurice is one of Europe's most highly regarded hotels."
BlackBook "Reminiscent of a palace, offers spacious suites in the style of Louis XVI. Pricey amenities are worth every penny."
Le Bristol Paris Rough Guide
Michelin Guide Frommer's Insight Guides DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Forbes Travel Guide
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
112 rue du Faubourg Saint Honore, 8th Arr., 75008 Paris
From $353/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "Arguably the city’s most luxurious and spacious hotel, Le Bristol remains discreet and warm, with consistently good service."
Michelin Guide Star
"This luxury hotel, built in 1925 and boasting a new wing added in 2009, is arranged around a magnificent garden."
Frommer's "Personalized old-world service is rigidly maintained here -- some guests find it forbidding; others absolutely adore it." Full review
Insight Guides "This is a discreetly upmarket 1920s hotel with period furniture in all 195 rooms. Lovely gardens complete an extremely pleasant experience; expensive, but worth it. ."
DK Eyewitness "One of Paris’s finest hotels, the Bristol’s large rooms are sumptuously decorated with antiques and magnificent marble bathrooms."
Star Service "Across from the Elysee Palace in the 8th arrondissement, in the high-fashion and highly guarded diplomatic zone, this is one of the world's most impressive hotels." Full review
Gayot "One of the world's finest hotels, Hótel Le Bristol displays authentic Parisian élan."
Travel + Leisure "A delicate $130 million renovation in 2009 retained the 19th-century paintings and gilded ceilings dating back to 1925, but infused the space with a lighter, welcoming sensibility." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Situated on the right bank of the River Seine in the 8th arrondissement, Le Bristol is located in one of Paris’ most well-known districts thanks to the Arc de Triomphe, Grand Palais and Champs-Élysées." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"One of the best joints in town. A long-established and distinguished hotel in one of the city’s most fashionable streets with excellent service. " Full review
