Five of the Top Hotels in France for 2015

Best French Hotels

France is one of the most popular travel destinations for those coming to Europe. The country is rich with culture and history, and offers much to do. From the amazing food, arguably the best wine, and the spectacular countryside, France is just extremely beautiful. You can come to Paris and enjoy all it has to offer from shopping the premium outlets or visiting the Louvre, or you can head to the South of France to enjoy nice weather and beautiful beaches. The French are known for their luxury and style, amongst other things, and that is very evident in the various hotels throughout the country. Whether it’d be an expansive chateau or a modern hotel, the luxury hotels in France are truly remarkable. Since there are so many amazing hotels in France, here are five of the best ones in the country.

5. The Grand Hyatt Cannes Hotel Martinez – Cannes

Hotel Martinez

Home to both a prestigious film festival and yacht festival, Cannes is and absolutely beautiful city. There’s much to do, the weather is great, and the beaches are some of the best in the country. If you come to the amazing city, one of the best hotels to stay in would be the Grand Hyatt Hotel Martinez. This hotel is well known for being one of the best around, and it has much to offer. First of all, it is located right on the ocean, so the views here are absolutely spectacular. Since the hotel was built in 1929, it also has a very rich history. The entire hotel features art deco styling, and all of the 409 rooms and suites are spacious and luxurious. There are three restaurants, multiple bars, a heated pool, private beach access, an expansive spa, a fitness center, world class service, and everything else you would expect from a hotel of this class.

4. The Mandarin Oriental – Paris

Mandarin Oriental

The Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is a global hotel investment and management group that has many luxury hotels and resorts. One of their nicest hotels would be the Mandarin Oriental Paris. Often described as a “modern Parisian haven”, this five star hotel is top-of-the-line. The hotel is elegant and sleek, and every room is expertly designed. The Mandarin Oriental Paris was also constructed in 2011, so everything is extremely new as well. The hotel’s location is also amazing as it is in the first arrondissement of Paris, which is dead-smack in the center of the city. The hotel offers 99 guest rooms and 39 suites, and their larger suites are some of the biggest in the entire city. The hotel has a 9,700 square foot spa (one of the largest in Paris), two pools, three restaurants and bars (run by award winning chef Thierry Marx), a cake shop, an exclusive courtyard garden, and much more. If you demand luxury, this is a great hotel to stay in.

3. The Tiara Chateau Hotel Mont Royal – Chantilly

Tiara Chateau Hotel Mont Royal

If you want to look for an extremely posh hotel in a beautiful area where you will be treated like royalty, the Tiara Chateau Hotel Mont Royal should suffice. The hotel is located in Chantilly inside a historic Chateau that is absolutely beautiful. This is a great destination for those looking for a romantic weekend away. The hotel offers 108 rooms and suites that range from pretty great, to rooms fit for a king. The scenic countryside location is also a plus. The hotel offers great service, two restaurants, a spa, and a fitness center.

2. Le Royal Monceau-Raffles – Paris

Le Royal Monceau-Raffles

If you could imagine a place that was half an art gallery and half a luxury hotel, Le Royal Monceau-Raffles would essentially be the hotel that you would think of. The hotel is located maybe two or three blocks from the Arc de Triomphe is one of the most premium areas in Paris. This hotel receives many awards and is highly praised and reviewed by both critics and guests alike. The hotel has multiple, award winning restaurants, a few bars and lounges, an art gallery, and more. It is really worth checking out their website to see more about this hotel, as one really could go on forever about how nice it is. The rooms and suites here are all extremely beautiful, and if you have the money to stay here (it’s really expensive), you absolutely must.

1. Hotel Le Bristol – Paris

Le Bristol

Hotel Le Bristol in Paris was recently just named the best hotel in the world by The Gallivanter’s Guide, and it is yet another premium and luxurious hotel. The hotel first opened its doors in 1925 and it is located in heart of the fashion, design, and art district of Paris: Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Celebrities from Charlie Chaplin to George Clooney have stayed at this hotel, and it has a rich history. The hotel offers some of the best service in the world, premium rooms and suites, a terrific spa, four restaurants and bars, a pool, roof-top gardens, and much more. The hotel is also very expensive as the most basic rooms go for $800-$1,000 dollars depending on the rates.

Photos from Mandarin Oriental, Grand Hyatt Martinez, Tiara Hotels, Le Royal Monceau-Raffles, Le Bristol

Written by Sebastian Hensiek

From Philadelphia, Sebastian is a fan of music, writing, art, and entertainment.