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Hôtel Plaza Athénée vs Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris is $671 a night less. They are 1.1 km apart.
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
$2,420/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $252 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
$1,749/ night, 2026-10-10
Free cancellation
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The honest take
Both sit at 9.4 with similarly small review counts, so guest satisfaction is a wash. Le Royal Monceau has the pool and hot tub the Plaza lacks, and comes in at $1,552 against $2,414. Book the Plaza Athénée for the Avenue Montaigne address and its five-restaurant scale; book Le Royal Monceau if a swim and a lower rate matter more than the couture postcode.
The look and the feel
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
The Plaza Athénée is the Paris of red awnings and grey balconies, its facade dressed each summer in red geraniums opposite the couture houses. Inside, the Bar du Plaza Athénée glows amber and the Galerie des Gobelins runs the length of the ground floor under a coffered ceiling, all crystal, mirror and pale grey boiserie in a style closer to Second Empire revival than anything experimental. Rooms lean classic French: toile, marble bathrooms, gilt detailing, with a handful of upper rooms looking straight at the Eiffel Tower. It draws an old-money and fashion-week crowd who want the address as much as the room.
Right for guests who want the classic Right Bank grand-hotel experience and the Avenue Montaigne address itself.
Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
Le Royal Monceau was gutted and rebuilt by Philippe Starck, and it shows in every room: black-and-white checkerboard floors, fur throws, gold leaf next to raw concrete, framed contemporary art leaning against the walls rather than hung. The lobby feels more like a private club or gallery than a hotel, with a bookshop and an art-house cinema tucked into the building. The 23-metre pool sits beneath a glass roof, lit blue at night, and the restaurants split between Matsuhisa's sushi counter and Il Carpaccio's Michelin Italian. It suits guests who want design as entertainment and don't need the Avenue Montaigne postcode.
Right for guests who want a swim, a spa afternoon, and interiors that feel more like an art project than a period piece.
At $1,552 against $2,414, Le Royal Monceau gives up nothing on the facility list against the Plaza and in fact adds the pool and hot tub the Plaza doesn't have; the Plaza's edge is really the Avenue Montaigne address and its five in-house restaurants.
Le Royal Monceau is the more interesting room to sit in, because Starck's mix of raw concrete, gold and fur still feels considered rather than plush for plush's sake, while the Plaza's grandeur is beautiful but familiar.
The numbers
| Hôtel Plaza Athénée | Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $2,420 | $1,749 |
| Guest rating | 9.4/10 | 9.4/10 |
| Reviews | 350 | 178 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 6 | 8 |
| Distance apart | 1.1 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Hôtel Plaza Athénée has
Nothing on our list that Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris lacks.
Only Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris has
- Pool
- Hot tub
What guests actually say
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
- location and the bed
- faultless food and service
- outstanding rooms
- no pool, gym improvised
- booking cancelled without notice
Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
- attentive, friendly staff by name
- calm, beautiful ambiance
- original cocktail menu
“Fantastic experience! The Caesar salad was delicious, and the desserts were amazing.”
Le Royal Monceau guests seem happier overall, praising consistently attentive named staff and ambiance with no complaints, while Plaza Athénée guests note booking issues and a missing pool despite strong location and comfort.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
- Superior RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$2,323
- Superior RoomRoom Only$2,414
- Superior RoomBreakfast Included · free cancellation$2,416
Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$1,749
- Deluxe Collection RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$1,758
- CollectionRoom Only · free cancellation$1,777
In guests' own words
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
10/10
“The perfect hotel.”
Everything was faultless. The perfect hotel. Food, location, staff, rooms were all outstanding.
7/10
“Constrangedora”
Localização e a cama.
O hotel não tem piscina, academia é improvisada e o lobby pequeno. Outra coisa que me deixou bastante chateada foi sobre a reserva. Fiz a reserva com quase um mês de antecedência e se eu não tivesse ligado um dia antes eu não teria sabido que minha reserva tinha sido cancelada, alegando que meu cartão tinha sido recusa
Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
10/10
“It was really nice”
Fantastic experience! The Caesar salad was delicious, and the desserts were amazing. A huge shoutout to our server, Jesus, who was super friendly and patiently walked us through all the dessert choices. We’ll definitely be back!
10/10
“Long bar”
Thank you Romain at the long bar for your excellent service.
10/10
“Amazing”
Matteo was a great host, thoroughly really enjoyed his service.
About each
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
Luxurious Accommodation and Amenities Located on the prestigious Avenue Montaigne in Paris, Hôtel Plaza Athénée offers elegant accommodation with marble bathrooms, plasma screen TVs, and personalized minibars. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi, free spa access, and stunning views of the Eiffel Tower from select rooms. Dining Experience Indulge in a…
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Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
Luxurious Design by Philippe Starck Hôtel Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris stands out as a 5-star luxury hotel refurbished by the renowned designer Philippe Starck, offering a sophisticated and stylish ambiance throughout. Gourmet Dining Options Indulge in a culinary journey at Hôtel Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris with a variety of breakfast choices and…
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Facilities, in full
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
Where they are
25 Avenue Montaigne37 Avenue Hoche
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