Inside Paris: A Look Behind the Curtain of the City’s Most Romantic Hotels
  • The Most Romantic Hotels in Paris for an Unforgettable Getaway

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    Paris has more than its fair share of romantic getaways. Here are the City of Light's most luxurious suites.

  • Quintessence Suite, Cheval Blanc Paris

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    The Quintessence Suite here is a 7,000-sq-ft duplex that's a vibrant homage to Art Deco and the iconic Lalanne artists. The four bedrooms have lavish ensuites, while elsewhere you'll find a private cinema, fitness suite, and even your own swimming pool – a true Parisian rarity.

  • The Bulgari Penthouse

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    Perched atop the Bulgari Hotel in Paris's Golden Triangle, the Bulgari Penthouse has 4,300 sq ft of space where you can enjoy 360-degree views from floor-to-ceiling windows and a private terrace. The primary bedroom features an emperor-sized bed and marble-clad bathroom with a private hammam and fitness room. You also get a dedicated butler and private chef on tap.

  • Royal Suite, Hotel Plaza Athenee

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    Inspired by 18th-century classicism, this four-bedroom, four-bathroom suite features gilded moldings, Versailles parquet floors, and that all-important balcony with views of Avenue Montaigne and the Eiffel Tower. Dressing rooms, an office, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spa-like bathroom with a steam room and jacuzzi are all part of the package.

  • Suite Impériale, Ritz Paris

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    The Suite Impériale offers 2,347-sq-ft channeling the glamour of the French royal court. Inspired by Versailles, the bedroom is modeled after Marie Antoinette's own, complete with a silk-draped canopy bed and period furnishings. The panoramic views of Place Vendôme are something to behold, too.

  • Suite Coco Chanel, Ritz Paris

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    Step into the world of Coco Chanel as these rooms are inspired by her apartment at 31 rue Cambon. The designer's style is obvious in the suite's black, ivory, and white décor, crystal lamps, and Coromandel screens, while there are plenty of decorative details nodding to Chanel's iconic designs.

  • Belle Etoile Penthouse Suite with Terrace, Le Meurice

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    Overlooking the Jardin des Tuileries, Le Meurice's Penthouse Suite offers 360° views of Paris from its wraparound rooftop terrace. Inside, there's a good-sized living area, dining room, and primary bedroom, while the marble bathroom gives you Eiffel Tower views from the whirlpool bath.

  • Les Grands Appartements, Hotel de Crillon, a Rosewood Hotel

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    These suites, designed in collaboration with the Carre Rive Gauche Association, come with panelled walls, elaborate chandeliers, and bespoke furniture. There's plenty of pomp in its formal sitting area that overlooks the Place de la Concorde.

  • Suite Bernstein, Hotel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel

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    Once a cherished retreat for Leonard Bernstein, the Suite Bernstein at Hotel de Crillon's wow factor is its 1,205-sq-ft terrace with views over Place de la Concorde and the Eiffel Tower. Because you have to come inside eventually, there's also a good-sized living room, a dining area for six, and a grand piano, so you can pay your own tribute to Bernstein's love for Paris.

  • The Penthouse, Four Seasons Hotel George V

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    Natural light is your friend throughout this 1,630 sq ft suite with its airy palette with gilded flourishes. There's a private bar, Baccarat crystalware, and a collection of antique books, as well as a private rooftop terrace with sweeping views of the Eiffel Tower.

  • Honeymoon Suite, Le Bristol Paris

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    It's all about romance at the Honeymoon Suite, with balconies offering sweeping views of Paris's iconic landmarks, just right for gazing at over a bottle of Champagne. The suite features a stunning bas-relief sculpture by Dimitri Rybaltchenko, hand-blown glass chandeliers, and a private kitchen for candlelit dinners.

  • Katara Presidential Suite, Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris

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    This Parisian pied-à-terre has three bedrooms, a large living room, and a private kitchen. Enjoy handcrafted furniture by Philippe Starck, art from the hotel’s exclusive collection, and an in-suite gym.

  • The Peninsula Suite, Peninsula Paris

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    This suite is nicknamed 'Little Versailles' thanks to its ornate aspect. This one-bedroom suite features a dining room, full kitchen, and impressive art collection, set off by high ceilings, rich silks and brocades – and you have your own entrance for added privacy.

  • La Suite Shangri-La, Shangri-La Paris

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    The Eiffel Tower looms large beyond the floor-to-ceilign windows here at the Shangri-La. Designed in classic French Directoire style with refined Art Deco accents, the suite features a huge living and dining area and a fully equipped kitchenette.

  • Grand Appartement Rive Gauche, Hotel Lutetia

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    Lutetia's Grand Appartement Rive Gauche is a 1,820 sq ft suite with two luxurious bedrooms, a rainfall shower, and a marble bathtub, with views of the Eiffel Tower and Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

  • Suite Vendome Etage Noble, Hotel Costes

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    Nestled on rue Castiglione, the sublime Suite Vendôme Etage Noble is somewhat calmer than others on this list. Designed by Christian Liaigre, this 1,722 sq ft suite has clean, minimalist interiors, a private balcony with views over Rue de Castiglione, and a bathroom with a private steam room.