More photosThe Ritz Paris, located on the prestigious Place Vendôme, is perhaps the most iconic hotel in the world. Founded in 1898 by visionary hotelier César Ritz, it was a true pioneer, famously becoming the first hotel to provide electricity, telephones, and private en-suite bathrooms in every room. The building itself is a masterpiece of classic French architecture, originally designed as a grand townhouse by Jules Hardouin-Mansart.
The hotel has long been a sanctuary for legendary figures. Coco Chanel lived here for over three decades, and the writer Ernest Hemingway was such a fixture that the hotel’s famous cocktail bar now bears his name. Today, the hotel maintains its opulent charm with interiors that blend various French styles, featuring rich woodwork, marble, and chandeliers. A recent multi-year restoration even preserved 95% of the original lighting fixtures to ensure its historic character remained intact.
One of the hotel’s most charming quirks is its commitment to specific details—such as the iconic peach-colored towels and robes, which are said to be more flattering to the complexion than white. Guests can also enjoy the Grand Jardin, a serene inner courtyard that offers a rare, tranquil escape from the bustling city streets.
For those looking to explore, the hotel is perfectly positioned. It is just a short walk from world-class attractions like the Louvre Museum, the Tuileries Garden, and the high-fashion boutiques of the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Staying here places you at the very heart of Parisian history and elegance.
Expert reviews
“The Ritz remains, merci au bon Dieu, the Ritz, demonstrating that sometimes the most spectacular renovations are the least spectacular, though the hotel is as opulent today as at any time in its 122-year history.”
“When dreaming of Paris — of its centuries of history resulting in grand institutions, paeans to art, instantly identifiable architecture and sublime food — few modern-day edifices tie itself to the city as closely as the legendary Ritz Paris, opened by Cesar Ritz in 1898.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Excellent Wifi
Location
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Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Currency exchange
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre (additional charge)
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Fitness classes
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Cooking class (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
Parking
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Pool bar
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - Fire extinguishers
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