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Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, an SLH Hotel — Paris
Hilton Honors · SLH HotelUpdated 2026-06-30 · cash rates, engine-checkedParis, France

Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, an SLH Hotel Paris

Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal is a small 5-star SLH boutique hotel in Paris’s 1st arrondissement, set beside the Palais Royal Gardens and a short walk from the Louvre. Its strongest draws are the central yet discreet location, wellness facilities and Café 52’s healthy seasonal dining.

5-star boutique SLH hotel in Paris’s 1st arrondissementDiscreet rue de Valois setting beside the Palais Royal Gardens and near the LouvreSmall-scale property with roughly 59 rooms and suitesHolidermie Spa with hammam, jacuzzi, treatment cabin and relaxation areaCafé 52 restaurant and bar with healthy seasonal cuisine and a quiet Place de Valois terracePalais Royal–Musée du Louvre metro station about 150 meters away
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Booking this stay

Bookable with Hilton Honors points. Award pricing varies by date and category, so we link straight to the official Hilton Honors award chart for current rates rather than publishing a number that can go stale. Cash rates below are our own observed rack rates, not what the program charges in points.

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Historic, upscale Palais-Royal/Louvre area in Paris’s 1st arrondissement, close to museums, gardens, shopping and central metro access.
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The verdict

“Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal is a small 5-star SLH boutique hotel in Paris’s 1st arrondissement, set beside the Palais Royal Gardens and a short walk from the Louvre. Its strongest draws are the central yet discreet location, wellness facilities and Café 52’s healthy seasonal dining.”

Best for
  • Ideal for culture-focused travelers who want to walk to the Louvre and Palais Royal Gardens
  • Ideal for couples seeking a small 5-star boutique hotel in central Paris
  • Ideal for wellness-minded guests who value a spa, hammam, jacuzzi and fitness center
  • Ideal for travelers who prefer independent SLH-style character over a large chain hotel
Key takeaways
  • This is a small 5-star boutique hotel in the Palais-Royal/Louvre area of central Paris.
  • The location is a major draw: it sits by the Palais Royal Gardens and about a 2-minute walk from the Louvre.
  • Wellness is a core theme, with Holidermie Spa, hammam, jacuzzi, fitness center and healthy dining at Café 52.
  • The hotel does not advertise a full swimming pool or a dedicated club lounge.
  • Its SLH affiliation and intimate scale suit travelers who want independent luxury rather than a large chain-hotel feel.
Diamond breakfast benefit
No · Breakfast or food credit for Diamond members.
Suite upgrade eligibility
No · Suite upgrades for Diamond members where available.
Free Wi-Fi for members
Yes · Complimentary internet for members.
Pay with points

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About the property

What makes Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, an SLH Hotel worth the points.

Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal is a 5-star boutique hotel and member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World in Paris’s 1st arrondissement. Set at 4 rue de Valois, it occupies a discreet position between the Palais Royal and the Louvre, with the Palais Royal Gardens, Louvre Museum and Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre metro station all very close by. The property is known for its intimate scale, with sources describing about 59 rooms and suites, including a breakdown of 37 rooms and 22 suites. Its interiors are described as classic contemporary with references to 18th-century architectural style, and Michelin notes that the limited number of accommodations supports a more personalized style of service. Wellness is a defining part of the hotel experience. The Holidermie Spa includes a treatment cabin, hammam, jacuzzi and relaxation space, while the fitness area offers gym equipment and personal coach options. Dining is centered on Café 52, a restaurant and bar focused on healthy seasonal cuisine, organic-leaning dishes, cocktails and light bites, with a quiet terrace on Place de Valois.

Rooms & suites

Where you'll actually stay.

Superior Room

Superior Rooms are described as elegant and refined, with approximately 19 square meters of space. They are positioned as a practical option for short stays for two people in the heart of Paris.

Approximately 19 square metersElegant refined décorSuitable for two guests on a short stayCan interconnect with another Superior Room
Interconnecting Superior Rooms

This configuration uses Superior Rooms that can connect, making it a more flexible option for small families or groups who want to stay close together. It keeps the same refined style while adding the convenience of adjacent rooms.

Interconnecting Superior Room optionUseful for small families or groupsCentral rue de Valois settingAccess to the hotel’s spa, fitness center and Café 52
Rooms with Rue de Valois, Rooftop or Sacré-Cœur Views

Some rooms feature views over rue de Valois, Paris rooftops or toward Sacré-Cœur, according to hotel material cited in the research. These view-oriented room options are best for guests who want a stronger sense of place from the room.

Possible rue de Valois viewsPossible Paris rooftop viewsPossible Sacré-Cœur viewsClassic contemporary design
Suites

Suites make up a significant share of the hotel’s accommodation mix, with one source listing 22 suites. They are positioned as more spacious luxury options within the hotel’s small overall inventory.

Part of the hotel’s boutique suite inventoryMore generous space than standard roomsPotential rooftop, city or landmark views in higher categoriesPersonalized service supported by the hotel’s small scale
Dining & club lounge

Where to eat, and where to unwind.

Café 52 Restaurant
Healthy seasonal cuisine

Café 52 is the hotel’s main restaurant, with a healthy, seasonal concept guided by chef Maxime Raab and an emphasis on balanced organic dishes. It opens onto a quiet terrace on Place de Valois and also serves a Sunday brunch with seasonal dishes.

Café 52 Bar
Cocktails and light bites

The Café 52 Bar extends the restaurant’s contemporary wellness-minded approach with cocktails and finger food that change seasonally. Guests can use the indoor lounge setting or the secluded terrace on Place de Valois.

Timing

When to go.

Live · you're in July
Best time
Mar–May, Sep–Oct

March–May and September–October offer mild 10–21°C temperatures, long daylight and fewer extremes, while still outside the most expensive high-summer period and suitable for sightseeing.

Avoid
Jul–Aug, Dec

July and August bring peak crowds, price spikes and frequent heat waves with daytime temperatures in the 80s°F (upper 20s–30°C), while late December is high season with elevated rates around Christmas and New Year, making points redemptions poorer value.

From the analysis

A few more timing notes.

Warmer months are best if you hope to spend time on Café 52’s quiet outdoor terrace on Place de Valois.
Spring and early autumn are appealing for pairing the hotel’s Palais Royal Gardens setting with comfortable walking to the Louvre, Tuileries and Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
Consider a Sunday stay if Café 52’s Sunday brunch is a priority, as the hotel specifically highlights a brunch service.
For a wellness-focused trip, the spa, hammam, jacuzzi and fitness center are year-round amenities, making the hotel practical beyond fair-weather sightseeing seasons.
Fine print
  • · Sources differ slightly on the exact room count, citing 59 total rooms and suites or a breakdown of 37 rooms and 22 suites.
  • · No dedicated club or executive lounge is advertised in the available hotel information.
  • · The wellness facilities include a jacuzzi and hammam, but no full swimming pool is listed.
  • · Detailed names and sizes for every suite category were not available in the provided research and should be confirmed directly with the hotel for a specific booking.
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Tours & activities in Paris.

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Around the property

Historic, upscale Palais-Royal/Louvre area in Paris’s 1st arrondissement, close to museums, gardens, shopping and central metro access., decoded.

The neighborhood

Historic, upscale Palais-Royal/Louvre area in Paris’s 1st arrondissement, close to museums, gardens, shopping and central metro access.

Palais Royal GardensLouvre MuseumTuileries GardensSaint-Germain-des-PrésPalais Royal–Musée du Louvre metro station
On property
Holidermie SpaHammamJacuzziFitness centerPersonal coach optionsCafé 52 restaurantCafé 52 barQuiet terrace on Place de Valois
  • · Only luxury hotel directly by the Palais Royal Gardens according to the provided research
  • · Small 5-star boutique SLH property
  • · Discreet rue de Valois and Place de Valois setting
  • · Healthy seasonal dining concept at Café 52
  • · Wellness facilities with spa, hammam and jacuzzi
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  • // last checked 2026-06-30
  • // award pricing: see official Hilton Honors award chart
  • // source: www.hilton.com

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