Take a look inside the best hotel in Europe, a boutique hotel in the heart of Paris with personal butlers, a hidden smoking room, and views of the Eiffel Tower

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Take a look inside the best hotel in Europe, a boutique hotel in the heart of Paris with personal butlers, a hidden smoking room, and views of the Eiffel Tower

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The private library in La Réserve Paris is home to an impressive collection of books accessible only to guests of the hotel.

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  • U.S. News & World Report recently published their annual lists of top hotels around the world.
  • La Réserve Paris was ranked as the No. 1 hotel in Europe, followed by Hotel Sanders in Copenhagen and Hotel Eden in Rome.
  • The 40-room hotel opened in 2015, but has already received accolades due to its luxury suites, personalized amenities, and prime location.

La Réserve Paris Hotel & Spa is the best hotel in Europe.

U.S. News & World Report ranked the luxury hotel as the No. 1 hotel in Europe in this year's report. La Réserve Paris also previously received accolades from Condé Nast Traveller - including top hotel in Paris and Gold List status - along with a Trip Advisor five-star rating and Certificate of Excellence.

Located in the well-known eighth arrondissement of Paris, the hotel exudes old elegance but is barely four years old. While it is furnished with antique decor, modern amenities make the grand hotel a state-of-the-art stay. As many travelers remain interested in boutique hotels, La Réserve Paris offers luxury resort perks in a small setting.

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The hotel offers a spa, a pool, and many impressive dining options: two luxury restaurants, a wine cellar, and a la carte service. There's also a hidden smoking room with a cigar chest, contributing to recent trends of hotels' secret luxuries.

La Réserve Paris is one of multiple properties of the French hotelier Michel Reybier's group, including La Réserve Genève in Switzerland and La Réserve Ramatuelle, also in France. For the Paris hotel and spa, Reybier once again enlisted the help of star designer Jacques Garcia.

The hotel also notably achieved palace distinction, a status introduced by Atout France, otherwise known as the France Tourism Development Agency. According to the agency's statement, certain five-star hotels deserve additional recognition. La Réserve Paris is the smallest of the current 25 palace hotels.

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La Réserve Paris is located in a renovated mansion in the heart of France's capital city.

La Réserve Paris is located in a renovated mansion in the heart of France's capital city.

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In the 8th arrondissement, one of Paris' most prominent neighborhoods, the hotel sits in a prime location.

In the 8th arrondissement, one of Paris' most prominent neighborhoods, the hotel sits in a prime location.

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La Réserve Paris is walking distance from Jardins des Champs-Élysées ...

La Réserve Paris is walking distance from Jardins des Champs-Élysées ...

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... a short, 10-minute drive from the Arc De Triomphe on the infamous Champs-Élysées ...

... a short, 10-minute drive from the Arc De Triomphe on the infamous Champs-Élysées ...

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... and just across the River Seine from the iconic Eiffel Tower.

... and just across the River Seine from the iconic Eiffel Tower.

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Though barely four years old, La Réserve Paris has worked hard to quickly establish its status as a grand hotel.

Though barely four years old, La Réserve Paris has worked hard to quickly establish its status as a grand hotel.

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When guests first enter the hotel, they are greeted by the Louis XV lounge ...

When guests first enter the hotel, they are greeted by the Louis XV lounge ...

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... which is located near the library, or bibliotheque.

... which is located near the library, or bibliotheque.

Source: La Reserve Paris, Condé Nast Traveller

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La Réserve Paris boasts a beautiful stairway with black-and-white tiled floors, royal purple carpeting, and carefully curated art along the hallway walls.

La Réserve Paris boasts a beautiful stairway with black-and-white tiled floors, royal purple carpeting, and carefully curated art along the hallway walls.

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The spiral structure makes for especially artful photographs ...

The spiral structure makes for especially artful photographs ...

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... as you climb the stairs to your room.

... as you climb the stairs to your room.

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There, televisions are hidden in mirrors to maintain a polished, antique look. Aside from using keys instead of keycards for entry, rooms are up-to-date with modern amenities.

There, televisions are hidden in mirrors to maintain a polished, antique look. Aside from using keys instead of keycards for entry, rooms are up-to-date with modern amenities.

Source: Forbes Travel Guide, Condé Nast Traveller

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Every room includes an antique desk ...

Every room includes an antique desk ...

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... and many offer beautiful views of the Eiffel Tower from their private terraces.

... and many offer beautiful views of the Eiffel Tower from their private terraces.

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Paris' top tourist attraction is also visible from many suite bathrooms ...

Paris' top tourist attraction is also visible from many suite bathrooms ...

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... which are built from Carrara and Turquin blue marble. Linens are monogrammed with guests' initials.

... which are built from Carrara and Turquin blue marble. Linens are monogrammed with guests' initials.

Source: La Réserve Paris Hotel & Spa, Condé Nast Traveller

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Suites, no matter the style, include glamorous, velvet-covered lounges ...

Suites, no matter the style, include glamorous, velvet-covered lounges ...

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... or living rooms for larger accommodations.

... or living rooms for larger accommodations.

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Still others offer fireplaces for cozy gatherings ...

Still others offer fireplaces for cozy gatherings ...

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... along with bars for entertaining guests or enjoying a nightcap.

... along with bars for entertaining guests or enjoying a nightcap.

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The hotel, while small, still includes a pool. Other spa amenities include three treatment rooms and a fitness area with a sports coach.

The hotel, while small, still includes a pool. Other spa amenities include three treatment rooms and a fitness area with a sports coach.

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La Réserve Paris boasts two restaurants. La Pagode De Cos offers more intimate seating with silk-upholstered armchairs ...

La Réserve Paris boasts two restaurants. La Pagode De Cos offers more intimate seating with silk-upholstered armchairs ...

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... while Restaurant Le Gabriel features more traditional dining seating. Chef Jérome Banctel oversees both restaurants, and other services include tea time, a full-service bar, and a wine cellar with over 1,500 choices.

... while Restaurant Le Gabriel features more traditional dining seating. Chef Jérome Banctel oversees both restaurants, and other services include tea time, a full-service bar, and a wine cellar with over 1,500 choices.

Source: La Réserve Paris Hotel & Spa

After sampling wine from the hotel's collection, guests have the option to fly by private helicopter or plane for a 24-hour stay at La Reserve's sister property, Château Cos d’Estournel in Bordeaux.

After sampling wine from the hotel's collection, guests have the option to fly by private helicopter or plane for a 24-hour stay at La Reserve's sister property, Château Cos d’Estournel in Bordeaux.

Source: Forbes Travel Guide

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Back in Paris, guests can order a la carte from their personal butler. Along with dining assistance, butlers can also leave a book by your favorite author on your nightstand or secure tickets to a sold-out show.

Back in Paris, guests can order a la carte from their personal butler. Along with dining assistance, butlers can also leave a book by your favorite author on your nightstand or secure tickets to a sold-out show.

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In warm weather, outdoor seating is available, and breakfast is served on the patio in the summer months.

In warm weather, outdoor seating is available, and breakfast is served on the patio in the summer months.
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While undeniably luxurious, a stay at La Réserve Paris doesn't come cheap: Prices for the hotel range from $1,200 per night for a starting room rate to almost $8,000 per night for a presidential suite.

While undeniably luxurious, a stay at La Réserve Paris doesn't come cheap: Prices for the hotel range from $1,200 per night for a starting room rate to almost $8,000 per night for a presidential suite.

Source: La Réserve Paris Hotel & Spa