Le Bristol Paris

Booked high tea for a business meeting. British high tea is usually a more down to earth experience with delicious but simple ingredients. But what if you have some high tea in British styled hotel in Paris, France? Well, a world class experience worth every penny and then some. Ham and cheese sandwich with truffle, brioche with lobster, orange with merengue, different pastries with a mature sweetness, and off course scones. Never knew you could make scones looking like luxury pastries. The clotted cream and jam were there off course as well as some world class teas. We skipped champagne and went for tea. 79 euro’s is imo a steal. High tea was originally intended to bridge the wait to supper. After this high tea you do not need supper. Hospitality and friendliness were really great. A very memorable experience.

While at the top of the price range, luxury was evident everywhere. They did not miss a thing....from a grand room with with an elegant bathroom to a concierge staff and front desk that was so helpful they became like family. They even have a complimentary car in the evening to take you to one of the close by restaurants, if it is available. The dining rooms are beautiful and the wait staff extemely professioal and energetic. The breakfasts were all served and in some ways extraordinary. Try tthe smoked salmon with belinis all included in the price. It is some of the best smoked salmon I have ever had. There are two Michelin star restaurants in the hotel. The one star was quite good and not overpriced. There may be some rooms with a view but I believe most face an open coutyard typical of Parisian apartments.

we have had the humble privelage to travel the world. We have never experienced a property like Le Bristol. The hotel associates were kind, humble, sincere, knowledgeable, educated and most importantly all had a sense of humor. The culinary scene was exceptional; nothing I have experienced in the sense of quality and consistency, all made in house from flour to chocolate. We cant stop thinking about it.

Lovely afternoon at Le Bristol for teatime. Staff at the chocolate shop and teatime cafe could not be more warm and generous to us. We don’t have teatime at home in Boston so I was really looking forward to this and after picking Le Bristol out of all the other hotels, it did not disappoint! From the lobster roll with lemon aioli mayonnaise to the lemon tart, chocolate buckwheat pastry, and scone course, every course was spectacular, punctuated by perfect service from such pleasant staff. Bravo to the pastry chef and kitchen staff! Such a wonderful memory in Paris! Will be back.

It was with great anticipation that we returned to Le Bristol Paris. Our previous stays had been nothing short of amazing and this time the hotel surpassed in every way. It is difficult to put into words exactly 'why' Le Bristol stands head and shoulders above other 5 star Paris Hotels. We think it is because of the sense of 'quiet luxury' that prevails. It is also the sense of absolute security that leads to deep relaxation. It may also be the impeccable rooms that create a sense of calm beyond any others. On this occasion we did encounter an issue with our room. Not the fault of the hotel, more a consequence of the old Paris plumbing ! The team at Le Bristol acted promptly and resolved the situation admirably. It is a 'can do' attitude that seems to be the hallmark of everyone who works at LeBristol. Once again the smiling face of Leah Marshall was on hand to greet us. Aurelie Martin (Hotel Manager) is the epitome of grace and professionalism and Dylan made sure everything regarding our room was perfect. The LeBristol breakfast is the best you will ever experience and each morning we welcomed a chat with Oisin and Max. They are living proof that 5 stars plus can also be accompanied by genuine warmth and humour. Our week at LeBristol was filled with highlights and any request or assistance with reservations was handled with ease by the best concierge team you will ever experience. It was also great to meet some new friends including the wonderful Charlotte and re acquaint with old friends , like Jimmy the concierge. I now realise what makes LeBristol stand out. It is the 'generosity of spirit' that we experienced from all these people. They make it a great Hotel and a place we are sad to leave ...but cant wait to return !