You don’t have a penny to spend in one of the capital’s prestigious hotels? But that doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in the luxury of a stroll and a drink in one of these top-notch venues. Mouldings, gilding, wood panelling, voluptuous armchairs, places steeped in history… We present our selection of the most splendid hotel bars in Paris, for a real invitation to luxury over a drink…
Hotel Le Marta bar
In summer, the Marta rooftop is decked out in a plant-filled atmosphere. When it gets chilly in Paris, step through the hidden door disguised as a library and sip a cocktail in an intimate, hushed and modern atmosphere. Upholstered walls, velvet carpets and armchairs, gilding, ceiling paintings and neon lights… Welcome to the Hotel Marta bar in Paris!
📍46 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris
The Joséphine bar at the Hôtel Lutetia
An Art Deco mecca, the splendid Joséphine bar at the Hôtel Lutetia in Paris is a fine invitation for contemplation. Sculptures adorning the walls, majestic vaulted ceilings, large bay windows and sumptuous furnishings will immerse you in the Paris of the Belle Époque. At nightfall, enjoy delicious cocktails when the Joséphine transforms into a jazz club…
📍45 Boulevard Raspail, 75006 Paris
The Shangri La Botanist Bar
In the prestigious setting of the Shangri La, the Botaniste bar concocts high-flying cocktails. Inspired by Roland Bonaparte, the explorer who created Europe’s largest herbarium, the Botaniste bar offers daring creations as an ode to the wonders of nature. A fantastic voyage as lush as it is luxurious.
📍10 Avenue d’Iéna, 75116 Paris
Hemingway, the Ritz Hotel bar
It owes its name to the journalist-writer Ernest Hemingway, who used to spend a lot of time here. Upholstered leather armchairs, bookshelves, photos and an old typewriter – you’ll be transported to a timeless atmosphere at the Hemingway, the hotel bar of the famous Ritz. And to make matters worse, Colin Field, twice voted “World’s Best Head Barman “, takes care of your divine beverages. A must-see in Paris at least once in your life!
📍15 place Vendôme, 75 001, Paris
La Réserve Paris
Like a voluptuous jewel box with hints of carmine, La Réserve is one of those Parisian palaces whose beauty takes your breath away. From personalized cocktails to classic cocktails and grands crus, La Réserve Paris has something for every connoisseur of fine wines and spirits. On the decor side, 1800s fireplaces, stains, velvet armchairs and gilding set the tone for this bar d’Hôtel d’excellence.
📍42 Avenue Gabriel, 75008
The Jacques bar at the Hoxton Hotel
Inspired by Marrakech’s famous Majorelle garden, the decor of the Jacques bar at the Hoxton Hotel takes you to the land of delights. In an intimate, hushed atmosphere, signature cocktails on the theme of flavors and scents will be offered to you. Lovers of travel, let yourself be carried away by the scents of spices, citrus and jasmine that will undoubtedly lead you to the Jacques bar…
📍 30-32 Rue du Sentier, 75002 Paris, France
Roxo, the Hôtel Les Bains bar
Roxo is the name of a bird, virile, erotic and festive. In Portuguese, Roxo refers to the color Bordeaux and echoes the Brazilian origins of the Chef of Roxo, the sublime bar in the Hôtel Les Bains. At Les Bains, while cocktails are prepared by the world’s best bartenders, tapas are also served. A hotel bar that sounds like an intoxicating invitation to travel…
📍7 Rue du Bourg-l’Abbé, 75003 Paris
Le Windo, formerly La Vue bar at the Hyatt Hotel
First a jazz bar, then a lounge bar called La Vue, the bar at the Hyatt Regency Hotel has been given a makeover. Last year saw the birth of Windo, a cosy new bar located 140 metres above sea level. A prestigious, vertiginous spot where you can admire the City of Light shining brightly while sipping champagne.
📍34th floor of the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile, 3 place du Général-Koening, 75017 Paris
The Kléber bar at the Hôtel Péninsula in Paris
Oak panelling, gilded mouldings, high ceilings and majestic mirrors mark the historic setting of the Bar Kléber, site of the signing of the peace agreements negotiated by Henri Kinssinger to end the Vietnam War in 1973. A luxurious bar steeped in history, nestled in the prestigious Peninsula Hotel…
📍57 Rue de Courcelles, 75008 Paris
Les Ambassadeurs bar at the Hôtel du Crillon
Set in one of the rooms of the private residence formerly occupied by the Duc de Crillon, “Les Ambassadeurs” is one of the Hôtel du Crillon‘s flagship rooms. In a refined 18th-century decor, over 100 champagne references are available for tasting…
📍10 Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris
Bar 228 at the Hôtel Meurice
Marble countertops, dark wood, painted frescoes and ceilings, velvet curtains… In an intimate and singular atmosphere, what was once a secret bar is now one of the most sought-after venues in Paris. At 228, the bar at the Hôtel Meurice in Paris, enjoy Meurice Millénium, the house specialty made with Cointreau liqueur and champagne, or a selection of wines and spirits. Le 228 is definitely one of those hotel bars where you want to linger late into the night…
📍228 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris