Trianon Palace Versailles

Tucked into a three-acre wooded park on the edge of the Royal Domain, Trianon Palace Versailles is an exceptional retreat charged with history, now part of the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Collection. This regal French setting just outside Paris is paired with stately contemporary décor and an exclusive array of amenities, including Spa Guerlain, a kingdom of wellness dedicated to body and spirit. Make sure not to miss the exclusive and exquisite on-site Gordon Ramsay restaurant, Gordon Ramsay au Trianon for fine dining. You might stay in the modern Pavilion Building, or choose the historic Palace Building, where you can throw your windows open to centuries-old trees, lush gardens and stunning views of landscape once dominated by Louis XIV. In fact, the Treaty of Versailles was actually written in Trianon Palace Versailles's Clémenceau Room.

Naturally, you will want to dedicate the majority of your time to Chateau de Versailles. You can spend days exploring this extravagant palace, whose treasures include the celebrated gardens, Grand Canal, and Opera which was once lit by 3,000 candles. Because you are also just 13 miles from Paris, an excursion to the City of Light is a must. As you savor the view from the Eiffel Tower, explore Monet's gardens at Giverny, or play a round at one of the area's exceptional golf courses, the royal treatment is always waiting when you return.