Paris Palaces: Which One to Choose? Complete Guide 2025
Bristol, Plaza Athénée, Ritz, George V, Meurice, Crillon — a complete comparison of Paris's 6 legendary palaces.
Paris is home to the world's most prestigious palaces. But faced with Le Bristol and its 3-Michelin-star Epicure, Plaza Athénée on Avenue Montaigne, the mythical Ritz Place Vendôme, George V with its 5 Michelin stars in total, Le Meurice à la Versailles, and Le Crillon — an 18th-century historic monument — how do you choose?
Each Paris palace has its own unique personality, history, clientele, and key strengths (gastronomy, spa, location, architecture). Some are flamboyant (Plaza Athénée), others discreet (Le Bristol). Some are living historic monuments (Ritz, Crillon), others temples of gastronomy (George V with 5 Michelin stars).
In this complete 2025 guide, we break down all 6 legendary Paris palaces — their Michelin-starred restaurants, exclusive spas (Dior, Chanel), their history, and most importantly: which one to choose based on your profile (gourmet, fashionista, history lover, art enthusiast, romantic couple).