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Mama Shelter Paris EastvsHotel Plaza Athenee
Both properties are highly recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Hotel Plaza Athenee scores significantly higher than Mama Shelter Paris. Hotel Plaza Athenee is ranked #1 in Paris with accolades from 19 reviews including Departures, Star Service and Gayot.
Mama Shelter Paris East
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109 Rue de Bagnolet, 75020 Paris
From $91/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide Star
"One of the most talked about hotels in Paris, Mama Shelter... justifies the hype."
Michelin Guide "Philippe Starck is behind the refined, fantasy decor in this huge hotel, which is at the cutting edge of contemporary design."
Frommer's "The low rates make the rooms a great value. This is a place for the young and hip, and the bar is a local hot spot." Full review
Fodor's "Don't expect an ounce of classical Parisian charm—the hotel is an experiment in quirky postmodern countercultural cool." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Designed by Philippe Starck, Mama Shelter is located in 20th arrondisement not far from Père Lachaise Cemetery." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This concept hotel designed by Philippe Starck offers exceptionally low prices for nonrefundable reservations; if you require flexibility the prices double."
Gayot "Shelters its guests with chic and distinctive design combined with creature comforts."
BlackBook "Rooms... cater to the young set with iMacs, unlimited new-release in-room movies and an on-premise eat-in or takeout pizza counter."
Condé Nast Traveler "Located in a funky eastern Paris neighborhood, this sassy hotel is an instant hit for its low prices and tongue-in-cheek Philippe Starck decor." Full review
Lonely Planet "Coaxed into its zany new incarnation by uberdesigner Philippe Starck, this former car park offers what is surely the best-value accommodation in the city." Full review
Hotel Plaza Athenee Michelin Guide Frommer's
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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."
OysterLuxury
"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."
