Paris, France
The five-star palace Hotel Fouquet’s Barriere on the corner of the Champs-Elysees combines Parisian glamour, a world‑famous brasserie and an indulgent destination spa
Our review
The joy of Fouquet’s Barriere is its prime position at the junction of Champs Elysees and Avenue George V and the half a dozen or more eating places and bars within the hotel, thus affording ideal conditions for people watching and celebrity spotting. From wonderful dining to afternoon tea, to a glass of champagne or just an ice cream, it’s all possible here.
Doormen wear striking frock coats in cream edged with black and pork pie type boaters.
The establishment is one of the few ‘palace’ hotels in the city and was the first to gain five star status. It has its history intertwined with the performing arts and cinema in particular – evidenced by the back and white prints on display– so is a popular meeting spot for creative types. Jeanne Moreau, Orson Welles and Maurice Chevalier have all stayed here.
Provision for children is very good, with their own passport, special toiletries, treasure hunt and special menus in the restaurants.
The spa has seven treatment rooms and uses Decorté products. There is a large indoor pool and a good gym with portholes overlooking the swimming pool, hammam and sauna.
There are 100 rooms and suites. Complimentary Wi-Fi is offered in all rooms and most have a hallway. Bathrooms are black marble with mahogany, all have separate bath and shower and the suites have Hermes toiletries as well as better views. Suites also enjoy a dedicated butler service where your every whim (or almost all your whims) is ascertained before your stay and carried out while you are there.
This is a good choice if you want to be centrally situated and like to have several dining and bar options within your hotel. It also has a good spa, gym and pool and welcomes children.
Rooms
Hotel Fouquet’s Barrière offers just over 100 rooms and suites, all designed by Jacques Garcia. Accommodation is notably spacious by Paris standards, featuring refined fabrics, marble bathrooms with separate bath and shower, soundproofing and views over Avenue George V, the Champs‑Élysées or the hotel’s private garden.
Food and Drink
Fouquet’s Brasserie is the hotel’s legendary dining venue, an institution of Parisian life serving classic French brasserie cuisine in an iconic setting.
Le Joy Restaurant, led by the hotel’s culinary team, offers contemporary seasonal French cuisine within an elegant interior garden. The property also features several bars, including L’Escadrille, célèbre for creative cocktails, and Le Marta, a discreet late‑night bar with a speakeasy atmosphere.
Wellness
The Diane Barrière Spa is a 750‑square‑metre wellness sanctuary featuring an indoor swimming pool, sauna, hammam, ice room and relaxation spaces. Treatments use premium skincare products developed for the spa, while a fully equipped fitness centre supports an active stay in the city.
Facilities
- Destination spa with indoor swimming pool
- Fitness centre and wellness facilities
- Historic brasserie and additional restaurants
- Three bars including speakeasy venues
- Private interior garden and terraces
- Meeting and banquet spaces
- Concierge and valet parking services
- Pet‑friendly accommodation
- Free Wi‑Fi
Location
Hotel Fouquet’s Barrière is located at the corner of the Champs‑Élysées and Avenue George V. The Arc de Triomphe, luxury boutiques, Avenue Montaigne, the Eiffel Tower and key museums are all within walking distance or a short drive.
Getting there
Address: 46 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris, France
Arriving by train: Metro station George V – 1 minute walk
Arriving by air: Charles de Gaulle Airport – Located 16 miles (27 km) 36 minutes by carOrly Airport – Located 15 miles (24km) – 30 minutes by car
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