Originally Posted by
vuittonsofstyle
Brilliant assessment, Scented. Love the phrase 'People don't spa the same way they shop' - I may steal that!
Horrified about the fluorescent lighting, but not really surprised. If you look around Paris hotel spas, most are stuck in the 1980s or 1990s.
So pleased you liked it, thank you. The lighting is probably the worst, it would make a huge difference if they'd come to their senses in this regard.
Originally Posted by
Goodmorning2U
We wanted to enjoy the live piano music at the Ritz Bar and ordered a club sandwich, two scoops of ice cream, and two bottles of water. Our bill was 98 euro. I thought the 14 euro bottles of water were over priced but otherwise I was happy with the quality. The food at the Gallerie George V was far superior, actually everything was better at the Four Seasons.
My bench mark is the Four Seasons in Paris. I was hoping to be blown away by the Ritz but instead it met expectations. The Ritz currently exceeds the Four Seasons with regards to its physical location in Paris, and the size of its pool, on all other counts I prefer the George V.
Great observations. I think FS George V is vastly superior in just about every aspect these days. Especially F&B. The decision to promote Quentin to F&B director was well deserved for him and good for the entire hotel, really boosted staff morale and spirit. The current set up is better than anything I ever expected. I was skeptical about Le Squer at first but Le Cinq is at its best. And both Le George and L'Orangerie are so delightful, the fare is so fresh and tasteful. I prefer this over any Asian/Japanese/Nobu/Chain/Hip... they could have come up with. And just wait until you see their new pool, I saw the concept -- will be easily the best in Paris!