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Le MeuricevsHotel Raphael

Both Le Meurice and Hotel Raphael are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Le Meurice scores significantly better than Hotel Raphael. Le Meurice is ranked #4 in Paris with endorsements from 20 reviews including Oyster, Forbes Travel Guide and Travel + Leisure.

Le Meurice
9/10
228 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
From $543/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Palatial opulence in the style of Louis XVI, with unsurpassed vistas over Paris and superlative en suites."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This landmark lies between the place de la Concorde and the Grand Louvre, facing the Tuileries Gardens." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Le Meurice still has a vaguely decadent and artistic tone that sets it apart from other high-priced Parisian gilt trips."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Since 1835, the Meurice has welcomed royalty and celebrities... and Paris' first palace hotel continues to please with service, style, and views." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Elegant, 18th-century-style salons and a Michelin-starred res­taurant are among the many assets of this historic grand hôtel."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Meurice is a perfect example of successful restoration, with excellent replicas of the original plasterwork and furnishings."
Time Out Time Out
"With its extravagant Louis XVI decor, mosaic tiled floors and modish restyling by Philippe Starck, Le Meurice is looking grander than ever." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Reviled by some, beloved by others, this lavish wedding-cake-of-a-place is colored up with an ungodly amount of icing, its extravagant baroque sensibility teasing the best duds out of your luggage. " Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Part of the prestigious Dorchester group, Le Meurice is one of Europe'€™s most highly regarded hotels."
BlackBook BlackBook
"Reminiscent of a palace, offers spacious suites in the style of Louis XVI. Pricey amenities are worth every penny."
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Hotel Raphael
8/10
17 Avenue Kleber, 16 Arr., 75116 Paris
From $408/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"A magnificent hall with wood panelling, refined guestrooms, a fine dining restaurant and an elegant English style bar."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This discreet palace-like hotel was built in 1925 to cater to travelers spending a season in Paris, so every space is generously sized for long, lavish stays." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located two blocks from the Arc de Triomphe in the heart of aristocratic Paris, this old-world, 83-room palace hotel has remained in the same family since its founding in 1925." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"A panoramic view of the Eiffel Tower to one side and the Arc de Triomphe on the other doesn’t come cheap; Le Raphael is on of the most luxurious terrace bars in Paris." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"The amiable, meritorious staff provides personal attention to a largely North American and European guest list with a taste for luxurious, calm surroundings." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Unparalleled views over Paris from the rooftop garden are a real delight, while eating and drinking options are world class." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Elegant british bar, a must see (drink)..."
Gayot Gayot
"Oriental rugs on the marble floors, fine woodwork, old paintings and period furniture translate to ultra-luxury and a wealthy, well-bred clientele."
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"An antiques-filled palace in the heart of Paris with a swooningly romantic rooftop terrace." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"French style and service, by a family that gets both right that keeps the discerning coming back." Full review
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