Mandarin Oriental Lutetia, Paris, Paris

Situated in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, the hotel is a 13-minute walk from Musée d'Orsay and close to Luxembourg Gardens. As the only Palace hotel on the Left Bank, it originally opened in 1910 and served as a meeting place for artists and intellectuals. The renovation preserved Art Nouveau and Art Deco details, and the hotel hosts cultural and artistic events.

Rooms offer balconies with views of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, and some rooms have Eiffel Tower views. Bathrooms are covered in white Carrara marble with walk-in rain showers and double vanities. Electronic controls manage lighting, curtains, and temperature, and guests find pillowcases embroidered with their initials.

Dining options include Brasserie Lutetia, Bar Joséphine, and Le Saint-Germain, offering French and international cuisines. Breakfast includes continental, American, buffet, full English/Irish, and high tea selections. Special diet menus cover vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free needs.

The Akasha spa contains a 17-meter indoor swimming pool, hammam, sauna, and steam room. Fitness facilities include a gym, yoga classes, and a personal trainer. Spa treatments offer massages, facials, body scrubs, and beauty services.

The hotel provides 24-hour concierge service, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage. Family-friendly services include babysitting, kids' meals, family rooms, and special diet menus for children. Pets are allowed with pet baskets and bowls, and the hotel offers accessible facilities for disabled guests.

Location: Only Palace hotel on Paris's Left Bank, 13 min from Musée d'Orsay

Rooms: 177 rooms with marble bathrooms and high-tech controls

Dining: 3 restaurants including Brasserie Lutetia and Bar Joséphine

Wellness: Akasha spa with 17m pool, hammam, sauna

Family: Babysitting services, kids' meals, family rooms

Pets: Pet welcome with baskets and bowls