The Worst 5-Star Hotels in Paris According to Online Reviews

Paris is known for its luxury and refinement. However, even in this prestigious city, some 5-star hotels fail to meet the high expectations set by their customers. Here are the bad apples of the class who, despite their stars, disappoint many visitors.

 

The Dokhan’s

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The Dokhan’s, while charming at first glance, has disappointed many visitors with its overly small rooms. Reviewers point out that the limited space makes it difficult to move around comfortably.

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Bathrooms, especially narrow ones, are a source of frustration for many. Customers feel squeezed, and the overall experience suffers.

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Despite its elegant setting and refined décor, the hotel does not seem to have considered the need for spatial comfort, an essential criterion for a pleasant stay, especially at a rate of €500 per night…

 

The Metropolitan

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The Metropolitan also suffers from room size issues, but it’s the price-quality ratio that’s the main problem. For the requested price, customers expect spacious, well-equipped rooms.

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Unfortunately, reviews claim that the rooms are too small and don’t justify the high rate. Visitors often feel like they’re not getting their money’s worth, resulting in significant disappointment.

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This hotel, despite its ideal location and modern design, fails to convince in terms of value.

 

Grand Hôtel Champs Elysées

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The Grand Hôtel Champs Elysées is mainly criticized for its lack of cleanliness.

Customers report unpleasant experiences with poorly maintained rooms, dirty bathrooms and unclean equipment. You’d expect better from a 5-star hotel…

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Cleanliness is the basic requirement for any hotel, especially a 5-star one, and its absence can quickly compromise the stay experience.

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Reviewers point out that the establishment seems to neglect this crucial aspect, which is surprising for a hotel in this category.

 

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    Marriott Paris Champs Elysées

    Hôtel Marriott Paris Champs Elysées

    The Marriott Paris Champs Elysées is another hotel in urgent need of renovation.

    Customers note that the rooms are old-fashioned and the facilities show clear signs of deterioration.

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    The need for modernization is blatant and contrasts sharply with the luxury image the hotel tries to project.

    Furthermore, the brunches offered by the hotel have been criticized for their lack of variety and quality, contributing to the list of disappointments for customers.

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    Claridge Champs Elysées

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    The Claridge Champs Elysées is repeatedly criticized for its noise.

    The walls seem thin and allow noise from neighboring rooms to pass through, making it difficult to sleep.

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    This makes for a far-from-relaxing and pleasant stay, which is a shame for a hotel located in such a prestigious and expensive area.