Ritz Paris France
Ritz Paris
15 place Vendôme 75001 Paris
France
www.ritzparis.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Shareholders
Privately Owned
Date of Creation
June 1st, 1898
Hotel General Manager
Laurent Herschbach
Hotel Positioning
5-star luxury hotel, member of Leading Hotels of the World
RITZ PARIS
History & Story
On June 1st, 1898, the Swiss hotelier and entrepreneur César Ritz and his wife, Marie-Louise, inaugurated an extraordinary hotel of dazzling refinement and exceptional modernity at 15 Place Vendôme: the Ritz Paris. Since its opening, the Ritz Paris has been a symbol of elegance and the understated luxury of French art de vivre. The privacy and glamour of this unique environment immediately made it a gathering place for the greats of this world, royalty, artists and writers, first among them Marcel Proust and Ernest Hemingway. Ever loyal to the Ritz Paris, Coco Chanel, Audrey Hepburn and Maria Callas all contributed to the mystic of Place Vendôme. The Ritz Paris was created to “offer all the refinements a prince might wish to find in his own residence.” In 2023 the Ritz Paris celebrated, with its legendary panache, its 125th anniversary.
VISIONARY MINDS
César Ritz was an ambitious, impassioned genius possessed of avant-garde ideas. From his time working in a number of palaces, and as the former director of the Grand Hôtel de Monte-Carlo and the Savoy Hotel in London, he conceived an exclusive luxury hotel model based on comfort, the latest in modern hygiene, gastronomy, and impeccable service. Auguste Escoffier, the first chef at the Ritz Paris, professionalized haute cuisine and instituted kitchen brigades. César and Marie-Louise Ritz’s revolutionary ideas saw the Ritz Paris become the first hotel to offer electricity on every floor, an elevator, telephones and air conditioning; to equip every room with a spacious, fully functional bathroom, dressing tables for storing hair accessories and makeup, intelligently lit closets and wardrobes, and bells for summoning chambermaids and valets.
DATE RENEWAL
For the first time in its history, the hotel closed its doors from 2012 to 2016 for a titanic restoration and expansion by the New York based interior designer Thierry W. Despont. A dialogue between past and future was central to the project, which was supervised by COS architectural studio; legions of master artisans rose to the challenge. Among other things, the renovation included 1,500 square meters of roofing; among the features preserved were 95% of original lighting fixtures and 180 square meters of trompe-l’oeil sky over the indoor pool, while 78 different colors were created exclusively for the Ritz Paris. Leading-edge technology embraced Grand Siècle style with unprecedented accuracy: televisions were tucked behind mirrors, 21st-century technology was concealed beneath the leather top of a Louis XVI desk. The monumental retractable glass roof over the Bar Vendôme terrace, which can transform the space into a winter garden, was a technical feat that reconciled heritage and environmental constraints. The hotel was further enhanced by shaded private terraces adjoining certain apartments overlooking the Grand Jardin.
SERANDIPIANS BENEFITS
Ritz Paris daily American breakfasts
Guaranteed upgrade at time of booking (up to Deluxe Suite)
VIP Greeter upon arrival & Roundtrip transfer (flight details to be provided in due time)
Special “no check-in and no check-out time” offer which guarantee the rooms available on arrival as far as the arrival time is provided on booking time
Complimentary fiber optic Wi-Fi access
Full access to the Ritz Club & Spa
TRANSPORTS
Charles De Gaulle, Paris (CDG) – 45-60 minutes driving
Orly, Paris (ORY) – 30-45 minutes driving
Le Bourget Airport : 30-45 minutes driving
Eurostar and TGV stations : 20-45 minutes driving
Metro stations : Opéra, Concorde
SUSTAINABILITY
The Ritz Paris has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first hotel in France to be awarded the GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council) certification, following a comprehensive audit of its sustainable business practices. The GSTC, a non-profit organization recognized by the UN and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), sets the highest standards for sustainable development in the global tourism sector. These standards ensure that an establishment meets the highest social and environmental norms in the market. Additionally, the renowned Espadon restaurant at Ritz Paris has been awarded the prestigious 3-macaron Ecotable certification, signifying the highest level of commitment to eco-friendly dining practices according to this French label. A thorough ecological study of the gardens and terraces at Ritz Paris has been conducted to create an action plan aimed at preserving the local fauna and flora. Furthermore, we actively engage our employees through workshops during dedicated weeks focused on Quality of Work Life (QWEL) and Sustainable Employee Development Days (SEDD), offering various training programs such as the Climate Mural to raise awareness and promote sustainable practices among our team members.
HOTEL FEATURES
ROOMS AND SUITES
• 71 large rooms equipped with the latest technology
• 71 suites including 16 historic Prestige Suites, home to the Ritz Paris’ most illustrious
guests:
Impériale, Coco Chanel, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Windsor, Vendôme, César Ritz, L’ Appartement Ritz, Grand Jardin, Maria Callas, Opéra, Chopin, Mansart, Prince de Galles, Ernest Hemingway, Charlie Chaplin, Chopin and Marcel Proust
• Spacious bathrooms in Italian marble with natural light
• Connecting rooms and suites
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• “The Ritz Paris follows your schedule”: check-in and check-out at your convenience
RESTAURANTS AND BARS
Espadon
• Fine dining restaurant at the Ritz Paris
• Recently awarded for 1 Michelin Star
• French cuisine with mediterranean and african influences by Cheffe Eugénie Béziat
• A new culinary journey with a five or eight-course menu
• An intimate atmosphere – 30 seats – and an open kitchen
• A beautiful terrace overlooking the hotel’s Grand Jardin
• Open from Tuesday to Saturday for dinner only, from 7pm
• Reservation mandatory
Bar Vendôme
• The Ritz Paris brasserie à la française
• Cozy atmosphere
• Terrace service on the patio which turns into a spacious winter garden
• Open from 10am to 1am for drinks and dining throughout the day
• Reservations strongly recommended
Salon Proust
• Historic salon that embodies luxury and Parisian refinement
• Working fireplace, large library and comfortable armchairs
• Afternoon “goûter à la française” with gourmet creations by Pastry
Chef François Perret
• Open daily from 2:30pm to 6pm
• Champagne bar from 6pm to 8pm
• Reservations strongly recommended
Ritz Bar
• An elegant Parisian bar with an astral theme
• A whimsical, sensorial experience that reinterprets the spirit of the Belle Époque
• Signature cocktails, exceptional liqueurs and small tapas plates for sharing
• Open from Tuesday through Saturday, from 5:30pm to 12:30am
• No reservations
• Closed in August
Bar Hemingway
• The emblematic bar at the Ritz Paris
• A large selection of aged spirits and signature cocktails
• Open daily from 5:30pm to 01:30am
• No reservations
Ritz Paris Le Comptoir
• The Gourmet boutique of Chef François Perret, named best pastry Chef in the world in 2019
• A contemporary and elegant lifestyle space, to enjoy on site or to take-away
• A complete offer : iconic madeleines, viennoiseries, sandwiches, French pastries and cake shakes
• Open from Monday to Saturday from 8am to 7pm
• Accessible from the hotel or 38 rue Cambon 75001 Paris
RITZ CLUB & SPA
• 1,560 square meters on two levels dedicated to beauty and wellness
• Heated indoor pool (17m x 8m; 30°C)
• Hammam, sauna, experience shower
• Fitness room with state-of-the-art equipment
• Two private fitness rooms for personal coaching
• Five treatment rooms, including one double treatment room
• Ritz Paris and Biologique Recherche treatments (also available in-room)
• Natural-finish manicure and pedicure by Manucurist
• Makeup and perfumes by Serge Lutens
• Hair salon and spa by David Mallett
• Beauty boutique and Private Club
• Open daily from 6:30am to 10pm
THE GALLERY AND THE CONCEPT STORE
• A bright shopping gallery designed in the spirit of Paris’ covered passageways
• 3 exclusive boutiques: TASAKI, TWG TEA and BACHA COFFEE
• 96 display windows for the latest collections of Ready-to-Wear, Haute Couture,
High Jewelry and Watchmaking, Accessories and Spirits
• The Ritz Paris Concept Store, dedicated to the legendary hotel, offers an array of fashion and travel essentials
• A Ritz Paris pop-up space measuring 16.73 square meters opens onto the Grand Jardin and is available for temporary rentals to showcase an exclusive or a new collection
• Open everyday from 10am to 7pm
ECOLE RITZ ESCOFFIER
• Cooking and pastry courses for all levels
• Intensive cooking and pastry courses for professionals
• Kitchens may be privatized for groups or special events
• Simultaneous translation in English
• Open from Monday to Saturday
• Closed in August
RECEPTION AND CONFERENCES
• 7 beautifully appointed banquet rooms for every occasion: meetings, conferences or private receptions
• Custom-designed events: weddings, fashion shows, garden parties or private dinners
• Private access to the Grand Jardin (1,600 square meters) for exclusive events
• Every room offers free Wi-Fi and the latest technology
• Custom designed menus created by our talented team of private event Chefs
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE
• Jewelry, fashion and accessories boutiques on the Place Vendôme, Rue Saint-Honoré and Rue de la Paix
• Les Galeries Lafayette and Le Printemps (10 minutes)
• The Musée du Louvre, Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Tuileries Gardens and Opéra Garnier
• The Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe (10 minutes)
• The Eiffel Tower (15 minutes)
ACCESS TO TGE RITZ PARIS
• Airports: Orly Airport: 30-45 minutes
Roissy-Charles de Gaulle Airport: 45-60 minutes
• Le Bourget Airport : 30-45 minutes
• Eurostar and TGV stations: 20-45 minutes• Metro stations: Opéra, Concorde
SERVICES
• Private round-trip airport transfers with VIP meet & greet at the aircraft door, upon request
• Mercedes Classe S courtesy car
• Parking