The Bar/Lounge at Le Bristol Paris

"Although steeped in tradition, the hotel has cutting edge moments, such as allowing guests to use eco-friendly Smart cars for shopping excursions, or presenting "Fashion Saturdays" in the stylish bar, where guests can view the latest designs from renowned houses such as Versace and Givenchy"

"One hardly needs to go out, as the hotel’s restaurants, winetastings, fashion shows, and weekend live DJs at The Bar at Le Bristol anchor French high society"

"It boasts a restaurant and a brasserie, each decorated with Michelin stars as well as a stellar cocktail bar, making it a hot spot for travelers and locals alike"

"Mingle with a stylish crowd at the bar Thursday through Saturday evenings, when a DJ spins in the glamorous hot spot"

"A major renovation in 2014 resulted in brighter common areas, new marble bathrooms, and a new bar"

"Fresh flowers adorn elaborate lounges appointed with Louis XVI armchairs, sofas upholstered in Lyon silk, wonderful Gobelins tapestries and a gorgeous 19th-century Savonnerie rug"

"Themed Tuesday night parties screen films on the behind-bar mirrored screen and louder music for a livelier crowd"