Paris, France
Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris: Philippe Starck art palace on Avenue Hoche with Michelin-Starred Il Carpaccio, Matsuhisa, and 23m pool
Reigning with whimsical artistic distinction along Avenue Hoche in the prestigious 8th arrondissement of Paris, France (just steps from the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, and Parc Monceau, 30 minutes from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport), Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris opened in 1928 as France’s premier luxury art-and-culture grand palace (holding official French "Palace" distinction). Masterfully redesigned by visionary French designer Philippe Starck, the 149-room luxury palace is a vibrant cultural temple housing its own contemporary art gallery (Art District), a dedicated Art Concierge, a private 99-seat Katara Cinema, and an acoustic guitar in every room. Featuring the Michelin-Starred Italian dining institution Il Carpaccio, the acclaimed Japanese-Peruvian dining room Matsuhisa Paris by Chef Nobu, Paris’s largest luxury hotel swimming pool (a monumental 23-metre indoor heated freshwater pool bathed in natural light), and the Forbes Five-Star Spa Clarins, this property is Paris’s ultimate luxury grand palace.
Arrival introduces travelers to unvarnished Parisian artistic glamour and Palace distinction grandeur: liveried Raffles Butlers greet guests beneath the monumental illuminated glass canopy on Avenue Hoche before entering Philippe Starck’s whimsical lobby with over 300 custom Murano crystal chandeliers, acoustic guitars, and chilled French Champagne. Day-one logistics focus on coordinating bespoke Parisian artistic, cinematic, and couture pursuits: exploring the hotel’s private Art District gallery with the Art Concierge (steps away), private guided tours of the Louvre Museum and Fondation Louis Vuitton (10 minutes away), private private screenings in the 99-seat Katara Cinema (in the hotel), swimming in Paris’s largest 23-metre daylight-filled indoor pool, indulging in bespoke My Blend and Clarins therapies at the Forbes 5-Star Spa, taking traditional afternoon tea by Pierre Hermé at Le Bar Long, and reserving dinner at Michelin-Starred Il Carpaccio.
Palace living balances active Parisian cultural immersion with serene subterranean wellness: Spa Clarins spans 1,500 square metres featuring private luxury treatment suites, crystal steam rooms, saunas, the 23m daylight-filled heated pool, and therapies utilizing organic botanicals. Dining is an extraordinary Italian-Japanese-French culinary summit: Michelin-Starred Italian gastronomy at Il Carpaccio (featuring handmade pastas, beef carpaccio, and Italian Grand Crus), Japanese-Peruvian creations at Matsuhisa Paris by Nobu, pastries by Pierre Hermé, and cocktails at Le Bar Long.
Accommodations comprise 149 rooms, luxury executive suites, and private presidential apartments styled by Philippe Starck in curated art books, acoustic guitars, retro photo booths, and private furnished balconies framing Avenue Hoche ranging from 36 to 350 square metres. Each residence features dedicated 24-hour Raffles Butler service, plush king beds with custom linens, and marble bathrooms with deep soaking bathtubs, embedded TV mirrors, and custom amenities.
Art purists, cinema lovers, and luxury travelers seeking Avenue Hoche location, Michelin-Starred Il Carpaccio dining, and 23m indoor pool luxury in Paris should book Le Royal Monceau without hesitation. Grounded review consensus confirms legendary standing with a 4.9 out of 5 on Tripadvisor across 4,800 reviews and a 4.8 out of 5 on Google across 6,400 reviews.
First day
- Arrive on Avenue Hoche in Paris, meet your Raffles Butler in the Starck lobby, and check in.
- Check into your Signature Suite, tune your acoustic guitar, and visit the 23m pool.
- Dine at Il Carpaccio.
What guests say
Hotel Flock Score
Exceptional
Based on 9.6k published ratings
Category breakdown
Guests Love
Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris Location & World-Class Facilities
Guests revere the spectacular setting, world-class dining, pools, and staff.
Gastronomy & Luxury Spa
Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, serene wellness treatments, quiet suites, and comfortable beds.
Guests Warn
Premier Luxury Heritage Palace
Visitors love the extraordinary architectural authenticity and top-tier hospitality.
Five-Star Luxury Hospitality
Travelers celebrate the warm, attentive service and immaculate room comfort.
The overall score is a review-count-weighted average of named public platforms, normalized to /10. Category scores — including cleanliness and location — are Hotel Flock editorial readings of those reviews, not a platform's private formula. Hotel Flock is not affiliated with Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Trivago, or any other review site.
Awards & Recognition
Historic Avenue Hoche & Arc de Triomphe Landmark
8th Arrondissement Paris
Il Carpaccio Michelin-Starred Italian Gastronomy Landmark
MICHELIN Guide
23-Metre Heated Indoor Pool & Clarins Spa Sanctuary
Forbes Travel Guide
In the stay
- Dedicated 24-hour Raffles Butler service, 23m pool, Spa Clarins steam rooms, and 24-hour gym
- Full cooked-to-order gourmet Parisian and continental breakfast buffet daily at La Cuisine
- High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the palace and 24-hour dedicated concierge assistance
Usually extra
- –Il Carpaccio multi-course Michelin-Starred tasting dinners and sommelier wine pairings
- –Spa Clarins customized My Blend therapies and private massage sessions
- –Private chauffeured airport transfers from Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and private Katara Cinema screenings
Good to Know
- The luxury hotel property sits in Paris, France, Raffles.
- Includes multi-venue dining, comprehensive luxury spa, and outdoor swimming pools.
- Located in Paris, providing world-class luxury service and amenities.
Editor's Note
Book a Signature Suite with an acoustic guitar, private art library, and mirror-clad Philippe Starck bathroom, and order the famous tiramisu at Michelin-Starred Il Carpaccio.
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Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026