We recently spent a couple of nights at the 124-room Hotel de Crillon Paris, a Rosewood Hotel. This is such an iconic and historic property — it’s like stepping back in time, without compromising on modern comforts. There’s a lot to like about this hotel, from the location, to the impressive selection of restaurants and…
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Amazingly detailed write-up Ben! Really captures the essence of the finest hotel in all of Paris.
I do love this hotel… but..the last time I stayed there , the biggest rat I’ve ever seen came out of the heating vent (in the back bar) and laid on my foot like it was a Q Suite- Naturally, I named him Ratatouille - and I thank Mr Rat to this day because the picture of him lounging on my shoe in the beautiful bar took €1900 off our bill at checkout.
@Monk- so the biggest rat you’ve seen came out of the vent (as you watched it…because you know where it came from) and rested on your foot(as you didn’t move and took a picture) and they said oh, let’s pick a random number of 1900 to give you?
Interesting!
How many times do we need to tell you it's not full disclosure if you don't tell us the price you paid?
I imagine its commercially sensitive and he has disclosed the fact it’s a reduced rate, what difference does it make to a member of the public what the actual $ is?
What does the Monogrammed pillow case mean? Do they put your initial on it? Fun but what a waste as well for something unnecessary.
So beautiful. Many years ago, it was about 800 usd a night and I savored every moment. Lovely memories.
Indeed. See the relevant Paris luxury hotels thread on Flyertalk for a more objective take, polyblend towels and all. The recent TripAdvisor review are more realistic too.
There is zero chance I would pay the rates this hotel is charging when there are literally 10-15 better luxury hotel choices in Paris.
Ben - Why do you no longer review Service (in a separate review section) in your hotel reviews?
They probably have piles of pillow cases with every letter of the alphabet (since there's only the first name letter), I doubt they make new pillow cases for each guests.
Beautiful hotel, but the gray walls in the room are a little depressing. Looking forward to when the greige interior design trend ends.
@Clem that is typically the case, and you'll receive either your first or last initial (one letter), however there have been two times where I had my actual initials (first and last name) monogrammed on the pillow case - the Ritz Paris and Mandarin the Ritz Madrid. Having that was quite a treat.
@monk. Haha! So did you watch it from this vent and then watch it on your foot long enough to take a picture because you were waiting to ask for compensation?
Very interesting. We had a mouse issue in 2007 when staying there, in the Ambassador Bar. There was a mouse running around the bar floor and when we reported it to the bartender, he simply said, "Yes, but it is a very classy mouse".
@chris w - there is no "we" here. Do not associate anyone else with your rudeness.
The statement about Paris being the most competitive luxury market - is Kyoto catching up? That city is stuffed to the gills now with luxury hotels.
Also... are those skateboards in the lobby of the Hotel de Crillon?
As a travel advisor I can tell you we cannot disclose prices. It's part of the rules!
rudeness aside, there is a very clear WE of readers on this site that would like to know how much is paid for these, always glowing reviews of multi-thousand USD/night stays.
Why you don't publish rate you paid?
Disclosure, that your husband got a special rate does not help how review is perceived.
Just be honest.
During the summer of 2022, I had the occasion to stay 3 times in Paris, each at a different deluxe "palace" hotel, all priced about the same. I found that the Crillon came in a distant third, the Plaza Athenee was an excellent number 2, and The Ritz, of course, is, was, and probably always will be, the best. What I like most about The Ritz is that they seem to really want your business, without the snootiness so prevalent in other Paris hotels.
This makes me so sad. In an earlier position I went to Paris almost monthly, and the Crillon was my go-to. I loved everything about it, its beauty and history and especially the fabulous staff.
This was before the Saudi takeover and "modernization", after which they sold off the furniture, beddiing, art, everything... The bedrooms and every corner of the hotel used to be decorated and furnished with antiques and chandeliers, and reflected the building's design and history.
The hallways, your room, and other spaces in your ictures look totally bland and generic. Could be anywhere.
Right, It happens! Love the hotel though- the staff were amazing as always & don’t know the above think story is a “bit off” to a few - whatevs- I’m still thankful to the cute rat -
When you're staying at a high end property the pricing seems less relevant. If you need. pricing information then this is probably not for you.
“Thank goodness” nobody hides on the internet. In addition, Ben could quote the retail price when he stayed and let us know if he felt it is worth that. I would guess not because my memory believes he stays at these very nice ($$) places only on a deal.
As my spouse works in the hospitality industry, we have benefitted from “family & friends” rates at a few hotels.
It is around 50% off the official rate from my experiences (NYC, Vegas, Mexico City).
Assume that travel agents get similar discounted rates.
If you want classical, the Peninsula has much nicer rooms and if you want modern and a great location it's Cheval Blanc
Always the most thorough and thoughtful hotel reviews. Detail not bland generalities.