Hotel Le Bristol in Paris is a tranquil home and garden of understated elegance and personal service with the best address in Paris.

In this city of chic, Hotel le Bristol is the favourite place to stay for the most fashionable of crowds. Seductive sophistication and timeless luxury abound. An individual, intimate comfort characterises the rooms, some of the most spacious to be found in Paris. For the best views of the glorious garden of Paris itself, choose a suite with a private terrace.

The indoor swimming pool, a rarity in Paris, is a delight. Designed to resemble a Belle Epoque yacht, this small but beautiful pool opens up to a solarium offering an incomparable vista over the city rooftops towards Montmartre. Extra pampering is guaranteed with the personalised aromatherapy treatments of the Anne Semonin Spa.

The ‘in crowd’ of Paris adore this hotel, in particular the famed cuisine of the 3 Michelin star restaurant. The new lively 114 Le Faubourge restaurant, housed in the new wing of the hotel, is a fabulous addition. Both restaurants are run by the legendary chef Eric Frechon.

Located on the rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore, Le Bristol is minutes away from the fashionable boutiques and artistic delights of Paris. For the more adventurous hire one of Bristol’s Smart cars to nip around in style.

High Tea meets High Fashion

There is nothing quite so chic as afternoon tea, particularly when it is accompanied by some of the world’s greatest fashion designs. Le Bristol, synonymous with haute couture, transforms Le Bar into the most elegant of catwalks. As models parade the latest creations, sip on delicate teas and indulge in the most delicious pastries created for these monthly events.

Paris epitomises romantic dreams and joie de vivre. Who can fail to be moved by the diamond glitter of the Eiffel Tower and the effortless chic of Parisian fashion? My heart belongs to Paris.

Taste

When the evening is warm the terrace at Brasserie de L’Ile St-Louis is the place to be overlooking the Seine and Notre-Dame. Opened in 1870 and still going strong, it says a lot for its coq au Riesling, cassoulet, and choucroute garnie. Skip dessert and head to Berthillon close by for ice cream!

Sweet Tooth

Can you imagine the delectable experience of biting into a chocolate and passion fruit macaron made by Pierre Herme, dubbed the ‘Picasso of Pastries’? On display now at Pierre Herme Paris.

Seduction

Since 1976 a little light green shop in St Germain has been the place for fabulous lingerie. Movie stars and models have been wearing Sabbia Rosa’s gorgeous lingerie for years – now you can too. Make sure you buy a lingerie bag in silk.

sabbia rosa

Flame

Light your next dinner party with candles from the official supplier to Versailles under Louis XIV. Founded in 1643, Cire Trudon was where Napolean shopped and you can too – their scented candles launched in 2006 are divine.

For those that live in Britain like me or nearby to France in Western Europe, Prague; Kiev and Dubrovnik are all superb for weekend breaks, but they are rather distant for a quick getaway! Paris on the otherhand is very close and is a superb city for a romantic break with your partner over the weekend.

Kate is a Austin Texas based lifestyle blogger that runs thedailykate.org. Check out her latest travel secrets on spas in Cyprus!