The Ritz

NEED TO KNOW

At the heart of the Place Vendome one of the most prestigious squares in Paris

Each of the 159 rooms is full of original features - including fireplaces, mouldings, pictures and tapestries

Many rooms overlook the historic Place Vendome and the famous Column Vendome

The swimming pool is one of the largest in Paris and forms part of the spa

Afternoon tea in Bar Vendome is a city institution

The stunning Ritz-Escoffier School has its home here

The hotel's 'Bar Hemingway' was recently voted as having the world's best barman

THE HOTEL
The Ritz is a hotel everyone has rightly heard of. Located in the plush 1st arrondissement of Paris, the hotel boasts location, history, glamour and luxury. Its distinctive service and discretion have maintained its place at the forefront of the world's best hotels.

The names of the suites give a glimpse of who has been a regular guest both from times past and more recently. Choose from the Coco Chanel suite, the Windsor Suite and the Elton John to name a few. The Imperial Suite is classed as a national monument of France - an indication of the regard the French have for The Ritz as a symbol for their country.

To experience the food in Paris is to experience France. So why not spend 4 hours cooking in the kitchens of The Ritz? The Ritz-Escoffier School attracts chefs from around the world. As you are shown the ropes, the chefs from the hotel will dash around you preparing lunch for the public outside. Afterwards you'll dine in the kitchens. A unique experience in the world's food capital.

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* The Ritz Paris intends to undertake its greatest renovation since its foundation by Cesar Ritz in 1898. The work is planned to commence in August and will enable the Ritz Paris to carry out an unprecedented renovation, innovation and spectacular improvement. The work is expected to carry on for approximately 2 years.