Elite Traveler September-October 2018

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The Penthouse FOUR SEASONS HOTEL GEORGE V 8TH ARRONDISSEMENT

A veritable institution, this landmarked Art Deco hotel casts an imposing shadow in the Golden Triangle. Its classic architecture and opulent lobby with marble floors, a staggeringly large chandelier, antique mirrors and tapestries, as well as decadent floral arrangements, set the stage for the grandeur to come. Its restaurants hold fiveMichelin stars between them— the only European hotel to have this distinction — and earlier this year, it revamped its spa with a delicate design by Pierre-Yves Rochon. With a 55-ft swimming pool, two luxury hammams, fitness roomwith Technogym equipment and couple’s spa suite, it’s the perfect place to while away an afternoon. The triangular- shaped Penthouse soars above the city. It has two large balconies where you can enjoy 360-degree views that include the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Coeur Basilica. One balcony even has a four-poster daybed where you can have a truly luxurious cocktail hour for two. The one-bedroom suite has modern and welcoming decor that is overflowing with white orchids and flowers; even the drapes in the charming conservatory are made with a white floral fabric. Another highlight is the full-marble bathroomwith infinity-edge tub with jets, chromotherapy and sculptures. L’Art de Vivre After you’ve eaten in each of the Michelin-starred restaurants, have a romantic dinner for two on the terrace of the Penthouse. Order the dishes you missed, and relax as you watch the city’s lights — you’ll have a prime location for the Eiffel Tower’s hourly light show. Size 1,630 sq ft Nightly rate from $26,500 Contact Gaëlle Houdusse, director of reservations, gaelle.houdusse@fourseasons.com, +33 149 527 100, fourseasons.com