Le Bristol Paris

The staff is mostly incredibly kind. The location is perfect. It's a great hotel for a special occasion, we got a small upgrade and beautiful daily surprises. The hotel itself is very dark, no wow effect upon entry. While we were there, they had water damage that came through the ceiling on the famous corridor + the gym was unusable. The breakfast at Epicure was divine, however, before our departure, we had lunch at the lobby. I had a bad feeling about my club sandwich. I assumed that the chicken was undercooked but was assured that it was not. I made my husband taste it too. During our travel home we both got sick with food poisoning that lasted a week. This was obviously a very awful ending to an otherwise beautiful trip and should never ever happen at an establishment of this caliber.

Le Bristol exudes excellence, from the moment you enter the Hotel. The friendly, professional staff ensures sure your room is ready and comfortable. The furnishings are elaborate with marble, brass and velvet furniture and accents throughout. We entered the fabulous air-conditioned lobby which had several seating areas available. Our room was beautiful and the bed was very comfortable. The room amenities included high end bath products, bath salts and thick, lush towels and robes. The room service staff was efficient and attentive. The food served in the restaurant and on the room service menu was delivered fresh and hot. The staff left no stone unturned and made sure our setup and meals were to our liking. There were several seating areas throughout the hotel where one could find a reading corner. There is a beautiful swimming pool, a higher end restaurant with reservations required and an outdoor/interior garden cafe. Small touches such as the bell desk staff offering water upon arrival and departure and helpful doormen staff really were especially appreciated. Le Bristol has it all, comfortable rooms, attentive staff, delicious food, in a beautiful hotel, centrally located in the 8eme.

Le Bristol isn’t trying to be anything. It simply remembers what it is. You don’t arrive here. You return, whether or not you’ve ever been. That’s the strange comfort of it. The check-in was brief, polite, low voiced. No over smiling. No flash. Just the kind of welcome that feels like it’s been practiced for generations. The lobby isn’t grand in a loud way. It’s layered. Worn in the best possible sense. Fresh flowers. Light that flatters. And chairs that invite you to sit without ever checking your phone. Our room had real weight to it. The curtains, the carpet, the writing desk, each piece placed like someone actually thought about it. Like it mattered. There was silence when you needed it, and birdsong from the courtyard when you didn’t. Breakfast felt like a scene from a novel. You take your time at Le Bristol because the staff do. Everything arrives when it should, not rushed, not delayed. Just right. At night, the hotel softens even more. Corridors hush. Lights dim. And Paris outside feels like it respects the rhythm inside. If you need trendiness or spectacle, this won’t be your place. But if you love books, careful gestures, and rooms where the past still lingers quietly in the wallpaper, then this is where you stay. Le Bristol doesn’t ask you to be anyone. It simply allows you to be more yourself. And that’s rare.

Our family had the most exemplary experience at Le Bristol. It was the best hotel experience we’ve ever had; with outstanding service from start to finish. Everyone was so kind, helpful, and professional. A special thank you to a few folks who’s work and care made our stay a memorable 5-star experience: - William the bellman was always kind and remembered our name from the first day - Alina and Montserrat at the front desk - Montserrat gave us a friendly tour and was so welcoming and Alina introduced us to Socrates, the hotel mascot (whom my daughter adored) - The amazing concierge team, Noe, Zoe, Fabian, Enzo, and Camille. They were extremely helpful and their dinner reservations and follow-up were exceptional! - The housekeeping team was just awesome! The room was always spotless and so well taken care of and we appreciated the daily treats (our kids’ loved them the most) :-) - The breakfast team of Maxime, Guilhem, and Oisin were a class above anything we’d experienced. Friendly, courteous, and engaging…. And they gave us one of our most memorable moments when we asked if we could take pastries with us for our last day prior to visiting Luxemburg gardens and then promptly forgot our to-go items. When we returned from touring the gardens and were preparing to depart, we found a room service table set up in our room with the forgotten pastries, a flower, and butter & jam. It was amazing! Thanks again for everything. We intend to come back on our next trip to Paris and I’ve recommended Le Bristol to several friends already.

I really enjoyed my stay at Le Bristol Paris. The location is interesting and central, and the hotel itself is beautiful — both classic and bright, with a very comfortable, well-equipped room. While the building feels historic, everything is modern and functional. For example, there was a USB-C port by the bed, which is a nice detail. I was upgraded to a Prestige Room, which had a lovely balcony overlooking the quiet inner courtyard. The bathroom was spacious and well-appointed. I also had dinner at Epicure — an excellent experience — and appreciated the elegant atmosphere. Breakfast was another highlight: I was happy to find freshly brewed filter coffee served in a pot, rather than from a machine. Small touches like that really matter. The bar was also enjoyable, and I’ll definitely consider staying here again on a longer trip.