Hotel Balzac

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“A luxurious stay, just off the Champs-Élysées in Paris’ 8th Arrondissement. Interiors craft a timeless, minimalist feel with natural wood, velvet, and stone. With a chic bar, balconies overlooking the Eiffel Tower and the incredible Ikoi Spa.”

Hotel review

Hotel Balzac combines stylish living with 19th century Parisian elegance in a beautiful Haussmann building, which was once the site of novelist Honoré de Balzac’s last residence. Neutral tones, wooden and velvet finishes, and warm muted lighting feature throughout the hotel, from the welcoming lounge area to the bedrooms, all carefully designed by a well-known Parisian architect-interior design duo.

The 58 rooms and suites, some with views of the Eiffel Tower as well as balconies, are all extremely well presented with high ceilings, smart furnishings and incredibly comfortable beds. There are different categories of room, from the smallest Boudoir Rooms to the airy top floor suites which have large rooftop terraces. The bathrooms, many with both shower and bath, have Diptyque products and the minibars resemble an artisanal deli, with a wonderful selection of Angelina chocolates, cheese biscuits and a good variety of drinks.

The breakfast menu is extensive and can be enjoyed either in-room or downstairs in the comfortable lounge area where, in winter months, the open fire place makes a warming addition. Delicious pastries and bread from a renowned bakery are on offer while there are also cooked dishes, as well as cold meats, Scottish smoked salmon and refreshing fruit salad. At other times of the day, there’s a bar menu and the helpful team at Hotel Balzac can also make restaurant recommendations and bookings.

Remarkably quiet, especially given the hotel’s proximity to the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Élysées, the hotel feels like a luxury oasis and that’s before entering the Japanese-inspired Ikoi Spa. Here, guests can use the sauna, plunge pool and opt for pampering treatments too.

Helena Hamlyn

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Stroll through the charming streets near the Champs-Élysées, where you’ll find hidden cafés and iconic landmarks at every turn

  • Other Activities

    • Enjoy a rejuvenating Kobidô facial, an ancient Japanese technique designed to lift and firm the skin for a radiant complexion

  • Total relaxation

    • Relax in the tranquil Ikoi Spa, where bamboo massages and green tea oil treatments offer a true escape from the bustling city

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Spend a relaxing evening at the hotel’s discreet bar, sipping expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate setting

  • Sights nearby

    • Take a short stroll to the iconic Arc de Triomphe, and admire views of Paris from its famous rooftop at sunset

  • Close to nightlife

    • Located in the chic 8th Arrondissement you are surrounded by trendy bars, restaurants and cafes

  • Museums

    • Explore the nearby Grand Palais for art exhibitions and events just a short walk away

  • Designer Shopping

    • Steps from the Avenue Montaigne, packed with designer boutiques and haute couture

  • No restaurant

    • At lunchtime the lounge serves light bites and breakfast is served daily

  • Child friendly

    • Babysitting services are available.

  • Views

    • Views of the Eiffel Tower.

  • Downtown

  • Conference facilities

  • Family Suites

  • Romantic

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Opulent

  • 5* Luxury

  • Townhouse

  • Grand Hotel

  • Artworks

  • Historic

  • Antiques

  • Air conditioning

  • Disabled access

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Intimate

Facilities

  • Rooms

    58 rooms in this hotel

  • No restaurant

    At lunchtime the lounge serves light bites and breakfast is served daily

  • Parking

    Parking avaliable on site at EUR 30 per day.

  • Child friendly

    Babysitting services are available.

  • Airport transfer

    Surcharge applies.

  • Bar

  • Car not required

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Outdoor dining

  • Meeting Room

  • Massage

  • Family Suites

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Room service

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Sitting Room

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Business Centre

  • Conference facilities

  • Safe

Activities

  • Other Activities

    • Enjoy a rejuvenating Kobidô facial, an ancient Japanese technique designed to lift and firm the skin for a radiant complexion

  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Spend a relaxing evening at the hotel’s discreet bar, sipping expertly crafted cocktails in an intimate setting

  • Sights nearby

    • Take a short stroll to the iconic Arc de Triomphe, and admire views of Paris from its famous rooftop at sunset

  • Close to nightlife

    • Located in the chic 8th Arrondissement you are surrounded by trendy bars, restaurants and cafes

  • Museums

    • Explore the nearby Grand Palais for art exhibitions and events just a short walk away

  • Designer Shopping

    • Steps from the Avenue Montaigne, packed with designer boutiques and haute couture

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