In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 67 guest reviews of Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal. Guests in the sample highlight Location, Service & staff and The rooms. The most common complaints: Many rooms and bathrooms are small, even by Paris standards. Thin walls and doors, so you can hear neighbours and the corridor.
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Set within an 18th-century building, the Grand Hotel is located in the heart of Paris, 200 metres from the Louvre museum and Tuileries Gardens. It features fine works of art, a spa by Holidermie, à la carte restaurant and 24-hour reception.
The designer rooms at Grand Hotel Palais Royal include a minibar, free Wi-Fi, en suite facilities and a HD flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms have a balcony with views Paris' monuments.
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal serves a daily American-style buffet breakfast, which can be taken in the guest room upon request. Guests can also enjoy fine dining in the restaurant or relax with a drink in the hotel's bar.
The Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre Metro station (line 1) is only 150 metres from the hotel and provides direct access to the Champs-Elysées, Place de la Concorde and Arc de Triomphe. Charles-de-Gaulle Airport is 23 km away.
Tripplo’s hotel summary
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 21 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal is ideal for art collectors and museum lovers who appreciate curated fine art and eighteenth-century architecture. It sits steps from the Louvre and Tuileries. Highlights include tailored Holidermie spa treatments. Potential guests should note that entry-level rooms are small and there are limited on-site dining options.
Guests score it 9.2 out of 10 — the average across the 20 hotels we list in Paris is 9.2.
- Situated just 200 meters from the Louvre Museum and the Tuileries Gardens, the hotel puts the city's major cultural landmarks and scenic walking paths within easy reach on foot.
- The dedicated spa partners with clean beauty brand Holidermie, providing personalized facial and body therapies alongside a Turkish bath and fitness studio for post-sightseeing rejuvenation.
- Standard guest rooms can feel somewhat cramped, a common trait for historic Parisian buildings. Guests requiring more space should consider upgrading to one of the suites.
- While the hotel features an elegant restaurant and bar, the lunch and dinner menus are compact. However, the surrounding neighborhood is dense with excellent bistros.
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Should you book it?
Book it if you want
- Couples who want a junior suite with a balcony looking onto the Palais-Royal
- Spa-goers who want Holidermie treatments, a hammam and a hot tub on site
- Museum-goers who want the Louvre and the Palais-Royal gardens a short walk away
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Prices at Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal
When we last checked (23 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €2,415 in total (€1,208 per night).
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
Typical price per night: €1,091. Lowest €606 (check-in 16 Nov), highest €2,296 (check-in 6 Nov).
Stays starting on a Friday or Saturday cost about 13% more per night than stays starting Sunday to Thursday.
Price per night for check-ins from 29 Sept to 22 Nov, measured daily by Tripplo for 2 nights and two adults, one month ahead.
What guests say
Reviews from Google“The Grand Hotel du Palais Royal has it all- lovely rooms, attentive staff, and a walkable location just north of the Louvre. It was the perfect home base for our vacation in Paris. The rooms are spacious with comfortable bedding and an updated bathroom. We loved the views from the balcony of our junior suite. We were able to stay in the rooftop suite on our last night, and the terrace view includes the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and even Sacré Cœur in the distance. Everyone on staff was friendly and helpful. We loved our Paris visit, and we highly recommend this property!”
“Our most expensive stay during our 3 city trip and unfortunately did not live up to the expectations. The front desk was very kind and accommodating when we arrived, but were sometimes not available throughout the stay. We did have to go downstairs to order room service as nobody was able to assist on the phone and said they’d call us back(??). When they didn’t, we decided to go downstairs to order. The room service food was not great. The room itself was quite small and worn down with wear and tear, but the bathrooms were very clean and modern. The breakfast buffet was okay, their French toast was great (French toast is not part of the included breakfast). Overall, it was a very convenient location but not quite what we were expecting for a 5 star hotel.”
“Located close to The Louvre, this lovely hotel provided us with a charming introduction to Paris. The staff, from our welcome to servers to concierge to housekeeping were kind and made our trip feel quite special. We were greeted upon arrival with a delicious choise of beverages and comfortable seating whilst our room was being prepared. The concierges were all helpful in assisting us to confidently navigate Paris and the sites we wanted to see. They helped us plan wonderful walking routes and obtained taxis for us when needed. The only limited area, in my view, was the breakfast. Whilst my husband raved of his (and I so enjoyed the coffee!), the offerings were rather limited for me (and that is simply because eggs are not my preferred choice in the morning). However, the serving staff were kind, attentive, and beyond approach! Our room was spacious- we loved the treat of a walk-in closet!- and very well appointed. Luxury amenities and delicious chocolates upon arrival and prior to departure made our stay that much more sweet!”
“If I could give the location a higher rating than 5, I would. It is absolutely perfectly located, the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly, the concierge assisted with finalising a booking for the Museé D’Orsay which I could not complete on my phone in such an effective and friendly manner. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.”
“An outstanding luxury hotel in a perfect Parisian location. Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal combines elegance, comfort, and exceptional service just steps from the Palais-Royal Garden and the Louvre. The rooms are beautifully designed, quiet, and impeccably maintained. The staff is professional, welcoming, and always attentive to every detail. The breakfast is excellent, and the overall atmosphere is refined yet relaxing. A truly memorable stay, I highly recommend this hotel and would be delighted to return.”
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 67 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +A delicious breakfast made with quality produce
- +A breakfast spread with plenty of choice, according to many guests
- –Several guests found breakfast limited or ordinary for a hotel of this standing
- –Lunch and dinner options are limited and pricey
”Breakfast, the room and the selection were very good. The lunch and dinner offer is unsatisfying, both in choice and in price.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Warm, attentive staff, from reception to housekeeping
- +Concierges with excellent tips and bookings
- +Thoughtful touches such as umbrellas on rainy days, chocolates and a room ready early
- –Slow or careless service at breakfast
- –Problems handled poorly by some managers, with little apology
- –Staff entering the room unannounced, and little flexibility when plans change
”The staff are knowledgeable, friendly and available to help with anything you might need.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +A spa that is open around the clock and included in the stay
- –The spa is very small and has no pool
- –The spa and jacuzzi can be booked privately, leaving hotel guests waiting
- –Equipment such as the sauna out of order
”I was disappointed by the spa; there is no spa. There is only a treatment room where treatments can be booked.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Comfortable, tastefully furnished rooms with excellent beds
- +Some rooms have a balcony or a view over the Palais-Royal and the rooftops of Paris
- +Good-quality toiletries in refillable bottles
- –Many rooms and bathrooms are small, even by Paris standards
- –Impractical bathrooms, such as open showers that soak the floor or a bath instead of a shower
- –Dim lighting, and rooms that did not always match what was booked
”The room was very small, even for a city hotel.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +A very clean hotel with a lovely scent throughout
- –Plumbing faults such as a leaking sink, a faulty toilet and no hot water
- –Housekeeping slips, such as hair left in the bathtub
- –Broken fittings, from the air conditioning to the power sockets
”The sink leaked in our room and flooded the floor.” — guest, translated
Location
- +A superb central spot next to the Louvre and the Palais-Royal
- +A metro station right outside, with major sights, cafés and restaurants within walking distance
- +Views over the rooftops of Paris from some rooms
”Perfect location with a metro station right in front, walking distance to major sites and wonderful restaurants all around.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +A calm hotel despite its central location
- –Thin walls and doors, so you can hear neighbours and the corridor
- –Noise from the lift, night-time deliveries in the street and events such as a wedding
- –A false fire alarm in the middle of the night
”Very poorly soundproofed rooms. We could hear everything, as if we were in the same room.” — guest, translated
Value for money
- –Many felt it is too expensive for the room size and the level of service
- –Small extras such as coffee charged on top of a large bill
- –A sense that the hotel falls short of the luxury its price suggests
”The hotel is way too expensive for what it offers.” — guest, translated
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)?
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal is approximately 22 km from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.
How do guests rate Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal?
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal is rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,351 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 9.2/10 from 410 guest reviews.
How many stars does Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal have?
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal offer?
Grand Hôtel Du Palais Royal offers free Wifi, family rooms, spa and wellness center, airport shuttle, non-smoking rooms and fitness center.
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