Originally Posted by MikeFromTokyo

I think you made a smart choice given the exceptional value. S-L Paris is an interesting property because it has such stunning aspects to it, like the public spaces, swimming pool, and the fabulous Pierre Yves Rochon designed Imperial Suite (which is sadly largely irrelevant to me as I can’t afford/justify a stay in it). On the other hand it suffers from certain drawbacks. I don’t like the decor or color pallet of the rooms, your Deluxe Suite is actually the most appealing to me in the hotel short of the Imperial Suite. And trying to always transfer a call is not luxury in my opinion. At a luxury property, at least the majority of the time, the person who picks up the telephone should be able to process and follow through with the request. If I wanted to be transferred to someone else, I would call the operator in the first place...

If I lived in Europe I would probably make a point of a “staycation” there, but as it is I probably won’t stay. Like the Peninsula, I’ll probably just go for a meal and to have a look around.