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What could be more romantic than an incredible trip to the heart of the City of Lights with your other half? Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris is pulling out all the stops for your visit to their Palace, a custom stay including a  timeless, intimate experience at one of the city’s most emblematic monuments. 

The most Parisian of palaces has curated a variety of exclusive experiences, both for couples in love and singles.

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Contemplate the stunning view of Paris from the top of the Arc de Triomphe with a tour that will  introduce you to the monument’s history and significance, followed by a Parisian sunrise breakfast or a sunset aperitif. You won’t need to queue or battle the crowds, this is a unique setting for two! 

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A Romantic Weekend in Paris at Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris.

This special package includes return airport transfers in a Range Rover, a minimum of two nights in the Royal Monceau Suite where you can enjoy an intimate, gourmet Italian-inspired dinner with a private Chef, and a couple’s treatment  at the Clarins & myBlend spa or in your room. 

“The Time of Your Life” an iconic moment inspired by dance 

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Looking for a magical experience for two? The most Parisian of Palaces unveils its latest experience, “The Time  of Your Life” taking place over the weekend of the 18th and  19th February 2023. 

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Once you’ve settled into your room, your stay begins with the latest exclusive creation by Pastry Chef Quentin Lechat, re-creating the famous Dirty Dancing lift, then a moment of well-being with a couple’s treatment at Clarins & myBlends Spa or in your room.

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This will be followed with an aperitif at Le Bar Long where you can try an exclusive watermelon cocktail, followed by an Omakase dinner at Matsuhisa Paris.

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Nobu’s first restaurant in France is a trendy and gastronomic encounter between Asia and Latin America, and offers a a highly contemporary vision of Japanese cuisine bringing Peruvian notes.

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The Chefs also uses exquisite delicacies originating from France to create dishes such as seaweed tacos with black truffle, crispy oysters with caviar and Wagyu beef ravioli with foie gras. All dishes are enhanced by a selection of sake and cocktails designed to pair perfectly with Nobu’s culinary masterpieces.

The evening will then continue in the Katara Cinema, where you can watch the cult film, Dirty Dancing.

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To make this enchanting escapade even more unique, you can enjoy a Dirty Dancing themed dance lesson with famous dancer Christophe Licata on Sunday morning. 

It’s all in the details

This romantic break is all about the little details, a treat or two in your room, including heart-shaped sweet treats by Quentin Lechat, a Valentine’s themed setting in the hotel and a selection of gifts at La Librairie des Arts selected by Julie Eugène, the Art Concierge at Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris.

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The Suites

Guests will be housed in the prestige Royal Monceau Suite.

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This immense suite is the ultimate in luxury, with two wonderfully spacious bedrooms featuring sleek custom-made furniture.

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It has a vast living room, a dedicated workspace and dining room, a walk-in closet and a wealth of artworks on display.

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It has a light-filled bathroom, straight out of an interiors magazine, with both a bathtub and a steam shower.

However, as Paris is always a good idea for a romantic weekend, here are some of the other suites at Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris.

Penthouse Suite

Accessed by private lift, this top-floor luxury suite offers sweeping views over the rooftoops of Paris, and is bathed in natural daylight.

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It has two bedrooms, a workspace, living room and well-equipped kitchen, and combines all the advantages of a private residence with the benefits of exclusive luxury services.

Prestige Suite

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This sleek forties and fifties inspired interior has all the space and comfort you need to feel at home including a kitchen area, workspace and home cinema.

LifeStyle Suite

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Each of the vast Lifestyle Suites has its own character, although they all share the same Art Deco-inspired styling, with carefully selected art giving these suites exceptional style.

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An acoustic guitar is on hand to encourage musical creativity, and the Ray Charles Suite, where the legendary singer-songwriter once stayed, is now home to a magnificent piano.

Signature Suite

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Decorated in refined artistic style redolent of the forties and fifties, each Signature Suite also has its own separate living room, and like all their suites, the Signature provides an acoustic guitar for guests.

Gallery Suite

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This spacious suite perfectly captures the mood of an artist’s gallery with paintings, photos and custom-made furnitures.

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No two Gallery Suites are alike, although each enjoys a beautiful lounge area furnished with a table, and a workspace, acoustic guitar, stylish bathroom and state-of-the-art technology seamlessly integrated into the interior design.

Junior Suite

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Imbued with forties and fifties glamour, the Junior Suite offers a lounge area and workspace along with a generous bathroom and walk-in closet.

Hotel Rooms

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The hotel also offers Studio Rooms, Deluxe Rooms and Executive Rooms.

Quentin Lechat’s creations for a perfect romantic weekend in Paris

Just as they are every Valentine’s Day, couples are the central theme for Quentin Lechat’s creations, and this year he is paying homage to originality and duality.

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Our Pastry Chef has given free rein to his imagination with not one, but two exclusive individual pastries with flavours known for their aphrodisiac qualities. One is shaped like the symbol for male, blending chocolate, ginger and mustard seed, and the other is the female symbol with touches of vanilla and saffron.

Man & Woman? Man & Man? Woman & Woman? Woman? Man? Choose the symbols you prefer, mixing and matching at will. These creations are available on Click & Collect and as part of our Gourmet Break at Le Bar Long.

Platines without Valentin(e)s!


If you haven’t yet found your other half (and even if you have), Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris has a night for you. Join us on 14th February from 7pm in Le Bar Long for our “Platines without Valentin(e)s!”.

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Celebrate in a welcoming atmosphere, toast life and meet new people over sleek cocktails, and a new delicious Tapas menu.

Enjoy a fun night out with friends and a DJ set late into the evening.


Gourmet Dinner at Il Carpaccio

Il Carpaccio is a Michelin-starred restaurant serving Italian cuisine in a convivial atmosphere, and their Chefs duo Alessandra Del Favero and Oliver Piras have created a special Valentine’s Day menu for an unforgettable moment of romance.

Elevated gastronomy will be on the menu, paired with a welcoming atmosphere. “Our mission: complexity presented in simplicity”.

The duo will be present not only in the kitchen but also in the dining room, interacting and delighting guests with a tableside preparation of their signature dishes.


Clarins & myBlend Spa


Make the most of a moment of well-being with a variety of unique Valentine’s Day packages in the Clarins & myBlend Spa on 14th February.

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This unique haven of peace and relaxation in the heart of Paris is a paradise of pure white. The 1,500 square meter space is both calming and elegant, and includes a 23 meter pool, one of the longest ever built in a Paris luxury hotel.

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The exclusive treatments, relaxation rooms – including a hammam, laconium room and sauna, and dedicated fitness coaches – make this spa a temple of tailor-made luxury.

Final Thoughts about A Romantic Weekend in Paris at Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris.

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Although this feature is timed to coincide with Valentine’s Day, Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris is the perfect place to enjoy a romantic weekend in Paris at any time of year, and with its perfect location, stunning suites, beautiful setting and relaxing facilities, you will have an amazing stay in the City of Lights.

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