Mandarin Oriental, Paris *****

Located in Paris city centre, Mandarin Oriental, Paris is a 1930s palace hotel located in a historic building from the 30s. It offers an indoor landscaped garden, a 900 m² spa area and a gourmet restaurant awarded with 2 Michelin stars. It boasts a minimalist décor inspired by haute couture and renowned fashion houses. Parisian elegance joins Oriental refinement in the rooms and suites, which each have a unique décor. Tea and coffee making facilities, hair straighteners and a spacious bathroom feature in each accommodation and some of the suites also have a terrace and a panoramic view over Paris. The hotel offers a bar with a terrace and 2 restaurants, firstly the Camélia, where you can sample simple dishes prepared with fresh produce all day long and secondly the Sur Mésure Restaurant serving 5 to 9-course gourmet meals in a design atmosphere. A counter selling patisserie cakes is available on site. Several types of breakfast are available each morning including Chinese and Japanese options. A welcome drink is also offered upon arrival. Set on 2 levels, the spa and wellness centre is complete with an indoor pool, a steam room and spa suites with private steam shower and changing room. In this peaceful setting, a wide range of Mandarin Oriental Signature Guerlain® facial and body treatments can also be enjoyed. Other facilities include a fitness centre, valet and concierge service, as well as meeting and banquet facilities with dedicated staff. Additional items such as a laptop, PlayStation 3®, children's high chair and DVD player can be provided upon request. Mandarin Oriental, Paris is ideally located 150 metres from the elegant Place Vendome, 250 metres from the Tuileries Garden and just a 10-minute walk from the famous Champs Elysées.