Stay here: Prince de Galles, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Paris review

What’s the deal

For nearly a century, this Art Deco hotel has stood at one of Paris’s most distinguished addresses on the 8th Arrondissement. It has welcomed a host of luminaries, including Sir Winston Churchill and Marlene Dietrich, marking its place in history with grace and style. 

Stepping into the Prince de Galles, you’re greeted by an ambiance that balances a refined, quieter luxury with elements of Art Deco maximalism. The brightest jewel in its accommodations is the Suite Lalique, designed by Patrick Hellmann in collaboration with crystal glass manufacturer Lalique. Reached by a private lift or spectacular staircase, this duplex captivates with its spacious interior and terrace, and stunning views of both the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Coeur.

Why stay

Located just off the Champs-Elysées, the hotel’s location is hard to beat, offering easy access to premier shopping and cultural sites and historic landmarks yet away from the busier main thoroughfare. Dining at Prince de Galle can be enjoyed over three venues: with chef Akira Back delivering an inventive twist on Japanese cuisine in his eponymous restaurant, and Restaurant & Bar 19.20 by Norbert Tarayre leading a gilded, whimsical journey through French bistronomy.

Don’t miss

Le Patio, the hotel’s elegant courtyard “cabana bar”, offers a serene al fresco setting away from the city, letting you soak in the authentic Parisian atmosphere.