Hotel Le Bristol, Paris
More photosHôtel Le Bristol, located on the prestigious Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, is a true Parisian legend. Opened in 1925, the hotel was named after the 18th-century traveler Bishop Frederick Hervey, the 4th Earl of Bristol, who was famous for his demanding standards. During World War II, the property famously served as the American Embassy, allowing it to maintain its status and integrity even through the conflict.
The hotel is celebrated for its classic French elegance, featuring interiors adorned with 18th-century Louis XV and XVI furnishings. A unique highlight is the rooftop indoor swimming pool, which was designed to resemble a 1920s luxury yacht and offers incredible panoramic views of the city skyline, including the Sacré-Cœur and the Eiffel Tower. The hotel also boasts a stunning interior courtyard garden, meticulously maintained as a peaceful, leafy escape.
Gastronomy is at the heart of the experience, with the three-Michelin-starred restaurant Epicure drawing food lovers from around the world. Interestingly, the hotel is quite self-sufficient; it houses its own gourmet workshops where artisans craft everything from fresh pasta and bread to exquisite chocolates on-site.
Its prime location in the 8th arrondissement puts you within easy walking distance of major landmarks. You are just minutes away from the Champs-Élysées, the Tuileries Garden, and the Louvre Museum. Whether you are strolling to the nearby Élysée Palace or exploring the iconic shops of the fashion district, the hotel provides a perfectly central yet serene base.
Expert reviews
“Utterly immaculate yet playful, Le Bristol is much like the pampered Birman cat Fa-Raon, who roams its halls. There are sensational new rooms, and the lobby restaurant remains fashion-power-breakfast central.”
“The fine interiors, Michelin-starred dining (ask to see the cheese cave), exceptional service, and one of the most beautiful indoor pools in Europe combine to create a stay that one reader described as traditional but with a touch of modernity.”
“The storied Le Bristol Paris has a long and illustrious past. Situated in the heart of Paris’ fashion district on Rue Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Le Bristol became a dedicated hotel in 1925 and served as the American embassy during World War II.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Excellent Wifi
Location
Recent guest reviews
18 September 2024
Exceptional
7 July 2024
Expensive but fine
4 June 2024
Exceptional
15 March 2024
Fabulous
6 January 2024
Exceptional
10 November 2023
Fabulous
30 September 2023
Exceptional
30 September 2023
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24 September 2023
Fabulous
14 September 2023
Fabulous
26 August 2023
Exceptional
5 July 2023
Exceptional
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals
- - Wine/champagne
- - Fruits
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Packed lunches
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Grocery deliveries
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Lockers
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Solarium
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage
- - Hammam
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Walking tours
- - Bike tours
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
- - Bicycle rental (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment & family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
- - Board games/puzzles
- - Strollers
Cleaning services
- - Laundry
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Transport
- - Public transport tickets (additional charge)
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Pool and wellness
- - Pool with view
- - Heated pool
- - Pool cover
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Fence around pool
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
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