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Four Seasons Hotel George V vs Le Bristol Paris
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-10: Le Bristol Paris is $815 a night less. They are 1.1 km apart.
Four Seasons Hotel George V
$3,484/ night, 2026-10-10
+ $359 taxes & fees · Free cancellation
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The honest take
At $3,318 vs $2,444 a night, the George V carries a roughly $874 premium for a marginally higher guest score (9.8 vs 9.6) and one more restaurant. Both sit in the 8th arrondissement within a kilometre of each other, both have spa, indoor pool and multiple dining rooms, so the gap is mostly about that specific address on Avenue George V and the scale of the flower displays. Book Le Bristol if you want the same tier of service for less money and don't need the Champs-Élysées doorstep; book the George V if that address and Le Cinq are the point of the trip.
The look and the feel
Four Seasons Hotel George V
The George V occupies a 1928 building remade inside by Pierre-Yves Rochon, all pale stone, gilt mirrors and vast Jeff Leatham floral arrangements that change weekly and dominate the lobby like sculpture. The scale is theatrical: high ceilings, courtyard gardens, a lobby that functions as a stage for people watching people. Le Cinq, the hotel's three-star restaurant, sits under a glass rotunda with Régence-style panelling. It draws a crowd that wants to be seen as much as housed.
Right for guests who want to be in the thick of the Champs-Élysées and treat the hotel itself as part of the sightseeing.
Le Bristol Paris
Le Bristol occupies an 18th-century townhouse on rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, and it reads calmer and more genuinely aristocratic than its neighbours: French antiques, boiserie, a rooftop pool with a wraparound Paris view, and a garden courtyard that keeps the street noise out. The interiors, done under the Oetker Collection with a lighter hand than some palace rivals, favour soft greys and creams over gilt. It suits people who want the palace-hotel level of service without the Champs-Élysées spectacle outside the door.
Right for guests who want palace-level comfort with a quieter, more residential street outside.
Le Bristol's facility list matches the George V's almost item for item; what it gives up is the George V's extra restaurant and that specific Avenue George V address, not any category of amenity.
The George V's lobby is the more spectacular room to walk into, but Le Bristol's rooftop pool and quieter courtyard make it the more beautiful place to actually spend a slow afternoon.
The numbers
| Four Seasons Hotel George V | Le Bristol Paris | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $3,484 | $2,669 |
| Guest rating | 9.8/10 | 9.6/10 |
| Reviews | 88 | 82 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 6 | 6 |
| Distance apart | 1.1 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Four Seasons Hotel George V has
Nothing on our list that Le Bristol Paris lacks.
Only Le Bristol Paris has
Nothing on our list that Four Seasons Hotel George V lacks.
What guests actually say
Four Seasons Hotel George V
- exceptional attentive staff service
- special touches for celebrations
- top-tier dining at Le Cinq
- non-guests treated with disrespect
“Non-guests are treated in a very condescending manner, looked at with disrespect, and eventually asked to leave the hotel.”
Le Bristol Paris
- outstanding kind French staff
- perfect location
- excellent dining and breakfast at Epicure
- dark lobby with no wow entry
- maintenance issues like water damage
“OUTSTANDING STAFF. All French. So solicitous. Lovely.”
Guests at Four Seasons George V come away happier, since even critical reviews centre on non-guest treatment rather than the hotel experience itself, while Le Bristol reviews note a dim entrance and maintenance lapses like ceiling water damage.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-10
Four Seasons Hotel George V
- Superior Room Two TwinsRoom Only · free cancellation$3,479
- Superior Room KingRoom Only · free cancellation$3,479
- Double Room King Bed - Superior - ViewRoom Only · free cancellation$3,483
Le Bristol Paris
- Executive RoomRoom Only$2,670
- Executive RoomBreakfast Included$2,670
- Executive RoomRoom Only · free cancellation$2,674
In guests' own words
Four Seasons Hotel George V
10/10
“40th Anniversary Stay”
Absolutely wonderful experience celebrating our 40th Anniversary. Thank you to Anna from Guest Experiences for creating the most wonderful special surprise in our suite. The handwritten cards we will treasure forever and our grandchildren will adore the soft toys . Our dessert treats were incredible as was the never know Sparkling Tea from Copenhagen and the Champagne for us to have with our room service dinner. Our
10/10
“Absolutely exquisite”
It was my birthday today and my partner reserved a table at this exquisite hotel and the legendary Le Cinq restaurant. From the moment we arrived, we were treated like royalty, nothing was ever too much trouble for the staff. We had dinner at Le Cinq, the hotel’s three-Michelin-star restaurant, and it truly deserves every single star. The food was extraordinary, and the service absolutely sublime. Frank was exceptio
Le Bristol Paris
10/10
Great
10/10
“Finest hotel. Without question. ”
OUTSTANDING STAFF. All French. So solicitous. Lovely.
10/10
Very nice luxurious hotel with excellent dining
About each
Four Seasons Hotel George V
Indulge in Luxury at the Spa where you can unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. For recreation, enjoy the health club, indoor pool, and steam room. Fine Dining Experience awaits at Le Cinq, one of the palace's 4 restaurants. Enjoy French cuisine or opt for 24-hour room service. End your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Convenient Amenities…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Le Bristol Paris
Luxurious Spa Experience Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at the spa. Recreational Amenities Enjoy the indoor pool, sauna, and fitness center. Dining and Entertainment Choose from 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a coffee shop/cafe for a delightful culinary experience. To experience the epitome of luxury and comfort, book your stay at Le…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
Four Seasons Hotel George V
- Elevator
- Free airport transportation
- Conference space
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Health club
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Full-service spa
- Wedding services
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free wired internet
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- 24-hour business center
- Conference center
Le Bristol Paris
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Shopping on site
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Arcade/game room
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Porter/bellhop
- Full-service spa
- Meeting rooms
- Wedding services
- Express check-in
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free wired internet
Where they are
31 Avenue George V, Paris, Paris, 75008112 rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré, Paris, Paris, 75008
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