10/10
Great friendly staff! Great central location! Great Breakfast Buffet!
Paris · head to head
Le Roch Hotel & Spa vs Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Le Roch Hotel & Spa is $63 a night less. They are 476 metres apart.
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
$1,208/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $139 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal is $904 a night with a 10/10 rating across 527 reviews, against Le Roch's $1101 with only 77 reviews and no published score. Palais Royal also offers pet-friendliness and a bar that Le Roch's listing doesn't mention. Le Roch counters with a full spa, indoor pool and steam room, which is a real difference if wellness is the point of the trip, but on price, review volume and rating alone, Palais Royal is the stronger booking.
The look and the feel
Le Roch Hotel & Spa
Le Roch sits on a quiet street just off Rue Saint-Honoré, a boutique five-star built around dark wood panelling, brass fittings and a moody, clubbish palette that leans more Left Bank library than Belle Époque salon. The spa and indoor pool are below street level, lit low, tiled in stone, the kind of space designed for a long soak rather than a quick lap. Maison 28 opens onto a small garden courtyard, which softens the otherwise fairly masculine, tailored interior. It reads as a hotel for people who want discretion over spectacle.
Guests who want a spa day built into their stay and don't mind paying more for fewer, less-verified reviews.
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
The Palais Royal address puts this hotel inside an actual 18th-century building on Rue de Valois, steps from the arcades and gardens of the Palais Royal itself, and the interiors lean into that history with period detailing, fine art on the walls and designer rooms that mix antique bones with flat-screen TVs and modern comfort. It's a shorter walk to the gardens' clipped lime trees and the Comédie-Française than Le Roch, and the buffet breakfast and à la carte restaurant suggest a more classically hotel-run operation than a boutique concept. Five hundred plus reviews at a 10/10 average is a strong, consistent signal for a hotel this size.
Guests who want the atmosphere of an 18th-century building by the Palais Royal gardens, with a bar and pet-friendly rooms, at a lower price with a longer track record.
Booking the cheaper Palais Royal over Le Roch means giving up the full spa, indoor pool and steam room that Le Roch's listing describes; there's no pool or spa credited to Palais Royal's own facility list.
Palais Royal's actual 18th-century building beside the Palais Royal gardens is the more characterful place to be, though Le Roch's spa and pool give it an edge for anyone who wants to disappear for an afternoon rather than look out the window.
The numbers
| Le Roch Hotel & Spa | Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,145 | $1,208 |
| Guest rating | — | 10/10 |
| Reviews | 77 | 527 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 3 | 5 |
| Distance apart | 476 m |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Le Roch Hotel & Spa has
Nothing on our list that Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal lacks.
Only Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal has
- Pet
- Bar
What guests actually say
Le Roch Hotel & Spa
- friendly attentive staff
- central location
- comfortable well-appointed rooms
- small standard rooms
“The cheaper rooms are quite small, but that's Paris.aWe upgraded to a more expensive suite and were VERY happy.aThe staff (from housekeeping to front desk to management) are wonderful and accommodating.aWe would stay here again.','' - actually skip”
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
- excellent central location
- warm attentive staff
- luxurious quiet atmosphere
“Truly, one of the most luxurious, quiet, special luxury hotels in all of Paris.”
Both hotels' guests leave delighted, but B's reviewers use stronger superlatives like 'magical' and 'luxurious', suggesting slightly higher satisfaction than A's consistently warm but more measured praise.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Le Roch Hotel & Spa
- Deluxe RoomRoom Only$1,145
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe Room)Room Only$1,145
- Deluxe HammamRoom Only$1,145
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
- 02 Superior Room with Balcony - Superior Room with Balcony - 19 Sqm - Queen or King - ShowRoom Only · free cancellation$1,208
- 04 Executive Room - Executive Room - 26 Sqm - King or Twin - Tub or Shower - AC - Free WifRoom Only · free cancellation$1,370
- Room Assigned on ArrivalRoom Only · free cancellation$1,398
In guests' own words
Le Roch Hotel & Spa
10/10
Gessa was wonderful and her warm greetings each and every day made this experience special. Hotel is central and well located. Rooms are well appointed and in very good condition.
10/10
“Wonderful stay”
We had a wonderful stay. Only thing that we suggest is to have a folded up blanket in the closet. The comforter was too warm without excessively turning down room temperature so wouldve been nice to have a separate blanket and pull comforter back. The staff is friendly and attentive. Our room was super charming and the pool with hamman is perfect for relaxing after long days of sightseeing.
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
10/10
“Top boutique hotel in the heart of the city”
One of the best hotels we've stayed! It's super well located, super beautiful and it feels very intimate. The staff was amazing, the rooms were super comfortable and the bed was amazing. Would definitely stay again in the hotel without hesitation. Thank you Séverine and staff for make our stay so memorable and can't wait to be back!
10/10
“Above and beyond expectation”
From arrival to check out the hotel did not disappoint us. We were well cared for, including front desk at check in and the concierge who answered our many questions about tours, transportation, directions, restaurants, etc. Germane was especially helpful and very pleasant to talk to. The superior room was very comfortable and roomy enough. Coffee maker and mini fridge are provided. Breakfast in the restaurant was go
10/10
“We look forward to visiting again”
Excellent location, clean, comfortable and very friendly. I plan to stay again.
About each
Le Roch Hotel & Spa
Luxurious Spa Experience Indulge in massages and facials at our full-service spa. Relax in the indoor pool, steam room, or fitness center for the ultimate rejuvenation. Culinary Delights Experience exquisite French cuisine at Maison 28 with a charming garden view. Enjoy a drink at the bar or opt for 24-hour room service for a cozy night in. Prime Location…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
Luxurious 18th-Century Grand Hotel in the Heart of Paris Fine Art and Spa Amenities : The Grand Hotel boasts fine works of art and a luxurious spa by Holidermie for a truly indulgent stay. Elegant Designer Rooms : Experience luxury in every detail with designer rooms featuring modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, HD flat-screen TV, and some with stunning…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
Le Roch Hotel & Spa
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- Fireplace in lobby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Full-service spa
- Smoke-free property
- Turkish bath/Hammam
- Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Accessible shuttle
- No accessible shuttle
- Full-service spa
- Fitness facilities
- Fireplace in lobby
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
Where they are
28 rue Saint Roch, Paris, Paris, 750014 Rue De Valois
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