Hotel WestminstervsHotel Plaza Athenee
Hotel Westminster and Hotel Plaza Athenee are both praised by writers. Overall, Hotel Plaza Athenee scores significantly better than Hotel Westminster. Hotel Plaza Athenee ranks #1 in Paris with endorsements from 19 sources such as Jetsetter, Gayot and Insight Guides.
Hotel Westminster
13, rue de la Paix, 75002 Paris
From $180/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
Star
"The Celadon becomes the Petit Celadon at the weekend, with a simplified menu and more relaxed service."
Fodor's
"On one of the most prestigious streets in Paris, between the Opéra and Place Vendôme, this former inn was built in the mid-19th century and happily retains its old-world feel." Full review
Gayot
"This attractive mid-size luxury hotel is advantageously situated near the Tuileries Gardens and the Louvre."
Oyster
4.0
"In a location that's convenient for both tourists and business travelers, it provides luxury accommodations and a level of service comparable to its five-star neighbors." Full review
Star Service
"Between the Mercure Paris Opera Garnier and Hotel Stendhal Place Vendome Paris, and a few doors from the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome, this property in the 2nd arrondissement remains a Parisian classic." Full review
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Tip: avoid rooms in the -05 series: These are the smallest in the house.
Lonely Planet
"At this Parisian classic, 80% of the rooms are decorated in historical styles (Louis XV and Louis XVI to Napoleon III and Regency), with richly patterned wallpaper and curtains, while 20% have a streamlined, contemporary decor." Full review
Time Out
"The building was once a private townhouse but became a hotel in 1905 and following a welcome makeover in 2015, it now boasts 101 rooms, comprising 80 rooms and 21 suites." Full review
Hotel Plaza Athenee Show All Reviews
25 avenue Montaigne, 75008 Paris
From $806/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
Star
"This luxury Parisian hotel par excellence opened its doors in 1911... the essence of comfort!"
Frommer's
"The Plaza Athénée, an 1889 Art Nouveau marvel, is a landmark of discretion and style." Full review
Concierge
"The world's young, rich, and titled check in here to check out one another, disporting themselves in one of the city's hottest bars and two of its highly rated restaurants."
Fodor's
"Superlative; the word sums up the overall impression of this glamorous landmark hotel on one of the most expensive avenues in Paris with luxury shops." Full review
Insight Guides
"This palatial hotel, featuring lavish Versace decor, offers 190 soundproofed rooms, a disco, a restaurant and suites furnished in Louis XVI or Regency style."
Oyster
Luxury
"The world-renowned luxury hotel Plaza Athenee -- a part of the Dorchester Collection -- is synonymous with Parisian elegance and good taste." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The legendary Plaza Athénée is popular with honeymooners, aristocracy, and haute couture shoppers."
Time Out
"This palace is ideally placed for power shopping at Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior and other avenue Montaigne boutiques." Full review
Star Service
"Families are welcomed to the hotel with special packages and offerings such as cherry-red minicars, private boat rides, an ice rink in winter, and a menu of age-appropriate welcome amenities and gifts." Full review
BlackBook
"It's here where you'll find the hotel balcony that gave Carrie Bradshaw, in the final episode of Sex and the City, a view of the Eiffel Tower and a wee orgasm."