Sep 4, 2015, 8:27 pm
Last edit by: margarita girl
Hotel email: [email protected]
Hat tip to TerryK for letting us know exec lounge open. "It is open. Not so impressive lounge with standard continental breakfast. Evening spread is wine and cheese only."
Hat tip to TerryK for letting us know exec lounge open. "It is open. Not so impressive lounge with standard continental breakfast. Evening spread is wine and cheese only."
Le Méridien Etoile, Paris, France [Master Thread]
Jan 12, 2011, 8:17 am
#121
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I am looking to stay at this hotel in mid-March as a Plat. Right now the classic rooms are significantly cheaper than the executive rooms. Do I have a shot at an upgrade here?
The point of the trip is to take my wife to Paris (she's never been) and I thought about staying somewhere closer to the river and Notre Dame but it sounds as though this hotel is a short Metro stop away from all the action.
The point of the trip is to take my wife to Paris (she's never been) and I thought about staying somewhere closer to the river and Notre Dame but it sounds as though this hotel is a short Metro stop away from all the action.
Jan 12, 2011, 5:19 pm
#122
Join Date: May 2006
Programs: Starwood Lifetime Platinum; Hilton HHonors Gold; United Premier Gold
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Doubtful you'll get any significant upgrade.
I've been there twice, I'm Plat, and the best I got was without paying extra for it was a tiny room on the Club level.
I'm going back at the end of next month.
One caution for you: this hotel is not "romantic" in any way, but it is very practical. It caters to business customers, as there is a convention center across the street. So if your wife wants Parisian romance in her choice of hotel, find a different place to stay. OTOH, it is mighty convenient with the Air France bus from CDG stopping right in front of the hotel, and with the supermarket right across the street offering food/beverage at reasonable prices vs. the hotel's extortion prices. And yes, the Metro is right there, too, and the Arche d'Triomphe is a quick 10 minute walk. Very practical hotel.
I've been there twice, I'm Plat, and the best I got was without paying extra for it was a tiny room on the Club level.
I'm going back at the end of next month.
One caution for you: this hotel is not "romantic" in any way, but it is very practical. It caters to business customers, as there is a convention center across the street. So if your wife wants Parisian romance in her choice of hotel, find a different place to stay. OTOH, it is mighty convenient with the Air France bus from CDG stopping right in front of the hotel, and with the supermarket right across the street offering food/beverage at reasonable prices vs. the hotel's extortion prices. And yes, the Metro is right there, too, and the Arche d'Triomphe is a quick 10 minute walk. Very practical hotel.
Jan 13, 2011, 12:34 am
#123
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: YVR
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If you ever bothered to book here, you'll notice that anything higher than an Executive Room can rarely be booked online. Rarely because it's never come up for me but I'm sure somebody will say it's shown up for them. And, that then limits you to the same tiny 24-25 sq m as the regular rooms.
My advice to you is to actually stay in the property before giving useless advice.
My advice to you is to actually stay in the property before giving useless advice.
Jan 13, 2011, 12:59 am
#124
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: San Diego, CA
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If you ever bothered to book here, you'll notice that anything higher than an Executive Room can rarely be booked online. Rarely because it's never come up for me but I'm sure somebody will say it's shown up for them. And, that then limits you to the same tiny 24-25 sq m as the regular rooms.
My advice to you is to actually stay in the property before giving useless advice.
My advice to you is to actually stay in the property before giving useless advice.
Jan 13, 2011, 12:00 pm
#125
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But, I'm assuming the pricing is for 4 adults as well (as that's the norm for European hotels). While I'm not adverse to spending more, I'm not going to flush it down the toilet.
Jan 13, 2011, 1:28 pm
#126
Join Date: May 2010
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You will definitely not get the Paris feeling at this hotel!
I stayed there less than 3 months ago, for the 2nd time, after I read about the renovation. I was not impressed by the changes.
I got a Plat upgrade to a suite, but the suite was like a room and another small room attached to it (2 bathrooms, 2 toilets), but I had to insist to get that suite upgrade.
It is not an uplifting hotel at all. I don't think that I will staying there again.
Paris has many Metro stations and there is a great chance that any hotel will have one at a walking distance.
Not recommended to go with your wife.
I got a Plat upgrade to a suite, but the suite was like a room and another small room attached to it (2 bathrooms, 2 toilets), but I had to insist to get that suite upgrade.
It is not an uplifting hotel at all. I don't think that I will staying there again.
Paris has many Metro stations and there is a great chance that any hotel will have one at a walking distance.
Not recommended to go with your wife.
I am looking to stay at this hotel in mid-March as a Plat. Right now the classic rooms are significantly cheaper than the executive rooms. Do I have a shot at an upgrade here?
The point of the trip is to take my wife to Paris (she's never been) and I thought about staying somewhere closer to the river and Notre Dame but it sounds as though this hotel is a short Metro stop away from all the action.
The point of the trip is to take my wife to Paris (she's never been) and I thought about staying somewhere closer to the river and Notre Dame but it sounds as though this hotel is a short Metro stop away from all the action.
Jan 13, 2011, 3:50 pm
#127
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: SFO
Programs: Hyatt, AA, SPG
Posts: 138
If you ever bothered to book here, you'll notice that anything higher than an Executive Room can rarely be booked online. Rarely because it's never come up for me but I'm sure somebody will say it's shown up for them. And, that then limits you to the same tiny 24-25 sq m as the regular rooms.
My advice to you is to actually stay in the property before giving useless advice.
My advice to you is to actually stay in the property before giving useless advice.
This is my 14th stay here and when I finish it will be my 59th night.
You certainly get to know what the better rooms are and if you book via a friendly Hotel contact
...they will look after you.
Jan 13, 2011, 6:24 pm
#129
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Jan 14, 2011, 7:00 am
#131
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I stayed there less than 3 months ago, for the 2nd time, after I read about the renovation. I was not impressed by the changes.
I got a Plat upgrade to a suite, but the suite was like a room and another small room attached to it (2 bathrooms, 2 toilets), but I had to insist to get that suite upgrade.
It is not an uplifting hotel at all. I don't think that I will staying there again.
Paris has many Metro stations and there is a great chance that any hotel will have one at a walking distance.
Not recommended to go with your wife.
I got a Plat upgrade to a suite, but the suite was like a room and another small room attached to it (2 bathrooms, 2 toilets), but I had to insist to get that suite upgrade.
It is not an uplifting hotel at all. I don't think that I will staying there again.
Paris has many Metro stations and there is a great chance that any hotel will have one at a walking distance.
Not recommended to go with your wife.
"Soul destroying" would not be an inappropriate comment for this hotel in reference to a romantic vacation.
Pick another option- I personally like to stay on the left bank when I am not working- however if you decide to blow some serious money for a romantic getaway- the Four Seasons in Paris is probably the best city hotel in the world....(and it prices that way also).
Jan 14, 2011, 12:31 pm
#132
Join Date: May 2006
Programs: Starwood Lifetime Platinum; Hilton HHonors Gold; United Premier Gold
Posts: 263
But it's true, if you're there for romance, one look out your room window across the street to the ugly business conference center roof will eliminate even the most hopelessly romantic thought you might have.
Jan 14, 2011, 2:13 pm
#133
Join Date: May 2010
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Recommendations
Hotels that I have been to and that I can recommend:
- Pavillon de la Reine - Place des Vosges (Le Marais, 3rd district)
- InterContinental - Avenue Marceau (Champs Elysees, 8th district)
If you choose this one, get a $150 Ambassador card, to be upgraded and to receive a free weekend night certificate.
- The Westin - Rue de Castiglione (near Place Vendome, 1st district)
.... but there are many other very nice small hotels.
- Pavillon de la Reine - Place des Vosges (Le Marais, 3rd district)
- InterContinental - Avenue Marceau (Champs Elysees, 8th district)
If you choose this one, get a $150 Ambassador card, to be upgraded and to receive a free weekend night certificate.
- The Westin - Rue de Castiglione (near Place Vendome, 1st district)
.... but there are many other very nice small hotels.
Jan 14, 2011, 7:49 pm
#134
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Hundreds of them in fact! Visit the France forum to see a good many threads on this subject. I know that people who focus on Starwood are only looking to Starwood for their stays. But Starwood is pretty light these days in France. They have lost several key properties. So your choice is luxury, business or airport when it comes to Starwood Paris.
I should mention that all the other chains are pretty light too, except IHG and Accor which have many, many properties in Paris and the rest of France. Hilton isn't bad though.
I should mention that all the other chains are pretty light too, except IHG and Accor which have many, many properties in Paris and the rest of France. Hilton isn't bad though.
Jan 24, 2011, 7:42 am
#135
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I stayed there less than 3 months ago, for the 2nd time, after I read about the renovation. I was not impressed by the changes.
I got a Plat upgrade to a suite, but the suite was like a room and another small room attached to it (2 bathrooms, 2 toilets), but I had to insist to get that suite upgrade.
It is not an uplifting hotel at all. I don't think that I will staying there again.
Paris has many Metro stations and there is a great chance that any hotel will have one at a walking distance.
Not recommended to go with your wife.
I got a Plat upgrade to a suite, but the suite was like a room and another small room attached to it (2 bathrooms, 2 toilets), but I had to insist to get that suite upgrade.
It is not an uplifting hotel at all. I don't think that I will staying there again.
Paris has many Metro stations and there is a great chance that any hotel will have one at a walking distance.
Not recommended to go with your wife.
Agreed 100%. I have stayed here for work because it is convenient.
"Soul destroying" would not be an inappropriate comment for this hotel in reference to a romantic vacation.
Pick another option- I personally like to stay on the left bank when I am not working- however if you decide to blow some serious money for a romantic getaway- the Four Seasons in Paris is probably the best city hotel in the world....(and it prices that way also).
"Soul destroying" would not be an inappropriate comment for this hotel in reference to a romantic vacation.
Pick another option- I personally like to stay on the left bank when I am not working- however if you decide to blow some serious money for a romantic getaway- the Four Seasons in Paris is probably the best city hotel in the world....(and it prices that way also).