"A luxury Parisian property that recently appointed chef Arnaud Faye to refresh its culinary direction, leaning more on plant-based and seasonal ingredients at the three-Michelin-starred Épicure. The hotel also maintains a one-star brasserie serving French classics and a light-hearted café for high tea, while celebrating a milestone centenary this year." - Rachel Chang
"An iconic Right Bank luxury hotel long praised by Travel + Leisure; the guest relations manager—who has worked at the property for 32 years—offers practical, insider packing tips born of that experience: keep your suitcase light to leave room for Parisian shopping and pack a tie for some of the posher restaurants where it may still be required. The hotel’s reputation underscores traditional Parisian expectations for polished service and travel-ready formality balanced with practicality." - Annie Gabillet Annie Gabillet Annie Gabillet is a seasoned traveler and editor. Through research and adventures, she uncovers the best travel products and insider tips. Having lived in Paris with her family, Annie now resides in San Francisco. She's been published in the NYT and PopSugar, where she began her career in 2007. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A storied luxury hotel since its opening in 1925, Le Bristol has more suites than guest rooms, a stunning teak lined swimming pool with sweeping Paris views, an actual mill for producing its own flour, and a Three-MICHELIN-Star restaurant. Known for its legendary status and having been frequented by celebrities over the last century, Le Bristol is a historical and living institution in Paris." - Georges Rouzeau
"Dating to 1925, this iconic Parisian Palace is celebrated for its longstanding commitment to excellence and continual innovation in luxury hospitality; an early recipient of the Palace distinction, it embodies classic French savoir‑faire, outstanding service, and an ongoing effort to surprise and delight guests." - Mary Winston Nicklin
"In a city that inspires millions, what makes a hotel stand out? For me it’s a property that will transport me into a new world, to live out a fantasy of a different life in a different location—a “main character moment,” as the TikTok generation might say. Le Bristol sets the scene for a stay that’s a world away from daily monotony and embraces what most hope and dream a trip to Paris will be: grand, storied, and luxurious, with Michelin-starred restaurants, top-class service, and a courtyard garden so peaceful you’ll forget you’re in one of the world’s busiest cities. Next year Le Bristol will celebrate its 100th anniversary with parties, but there’s no doubt its Parisian allure is timeless. From $2,000. —Abigail Malbon" - CNT Editors