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About the Hotel

6 Rue Balzac, Paris, France, 75008

Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi, a five-star luxury boutique hotel, provides an exceptional base to explore Paris. The hotel features 69 luxury rooms and suites, a renowned three Michelin-star restaurant, and a spa. Located in the 8th arrondissement, it offers convenient access to the Champs-Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe.

Rooms & Amenities

Guestrooms at Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi are elegantly decorated in a neo-classical style, meticulously blending rich colors and contemporary furnishings. Each room features a large bed, a desk, complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and opulent marble bathrooms. Select rooms provide stunning views of the Eiffel Tower.

Dining Options

Dining at Hotel Balzac includes the flagship restaurant of world-renowned chef Pierre Gagnaire, which holds three Michelin stars. The restaurant offers exceptional modern French cuisine, attracting culinary enthusiasts from around the globe. Additional dining options are available in nearby restaurants such as Le Fouquet's, located just 300 meters away.

Leisure & Services

The Spa at Hotel Balzac offers a range of wellness treatments to enhance guest relaxation. The hotel also features a dedicated meeting room with stunning views of the Eiffel Tower, making it suitable for high-profile business meetings and events. Concierge services are available to assist guests with travel arrangements and local attractions.

Location & Transportation

Hotel Balzac's location places guests a short distance from premier Parisian landmarks, including the Arc de Triomphe, just 500 meters away, and the Musée d'Orsay, located 2.5 kilometers from the hotel. Nearby transportation options include the Georges V and Charles de Gaulle-Etoile metro stations, both within a six-minute walk. The hotel is approximately 40 minutes from Roissy Charles de Gaulle International Airport.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Connecting Boudoir room Superior room

Max:

2 persons

455 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Air conditioning

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Boudoir Room

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2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Paris 2.0 mi

Airports

Orly (ORY) 11.9 mi

Paris (CDG) 17.7 mi

Train

Gare Saint-Lazare 1.2 mi

Underground

George V700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Spa & Leisure

Spa & wellness centre
Sauna

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Location

6 Rue Balzac, Paris, France, 75008

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6 Rue Balzac, Paris, France, 75008

City landmarks

Mall

Eiffel Tower

1.4 mi

Museum

Louvre Museum

1.9 mi

Museum

Musee d'Orsay

1.5 mi

Garden

Champ de Mars

1.3 mi

Garden

Tuileries Garden

1.4 mi

3 Avenue du Général Eisenhower

Grand Palais

5000 ft

Square

Place de la Concorde

1.2 mi

Avenue Winston Churchill

Petit Palais

5000 ft

Church

Sacre-Coeur

2.2 mi

Bridge

Pont Alexandre III

1.1 mi

Museum

Musee Jacquemart-Andre

2900 ft

Museum

Musee Rodin

1.4 mi

Museum

Quai Branly Museum

1.0 mi

Church

Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

2.6 mi

Park

Luxembourg Gardens

2.5 mi

Church

Saint Augustin Church

4900 ft

35 Rue du Chevalier-De-La-Barre

Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre

2.2 mi

Museum

Paris Museum of Modern Art

3800 ft

Museum

Musee Guimet

3700 ft

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Seine River

1.9 mi

1 Pl Trocadero Et du 11 Novembre

Palais de Chaillot

1.0 mi

Museum

The Army Museum

1.3 mi

Church

Les Invalides

1.3 mi

Museum

Palais de Tokyo

4300 ft

Church

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

2300 ft

Church

Eglise Saint-Philippe-du-Roule

2500 ft

Square

Place du Trocadero

1.0 mi

Public Building

Elysee Palace

4800 ft

Nearby

Landmark

Arc de Triomphe

1600 ft

Square

Champs-Elysees

1900 ft

Restaurants

Pizza Vesuvio

700 ft

144 avenue des Champs-Elysees

Le Fouquet's

800 ft

99 avenue des Champs Elysees

Chez LY

100 ft

8 rue Lord Byron

Kok Ping

200 ft

4 rue Balzac

George V de l'Alma

500 ft

1 avenue George V Place du pont de l alma

Penati al Baretto

200 ft

9 rue Balzac

Cafe George V

500 ft

120 avenue des Champs Elysees

Bistro des Champs

500 ft

122 avenue des Champs Elysees

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

60%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

6.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.4

Location

9.0

Service

6.8

Dining

6.0

Alec

United Kingdom, March 2025

7.4/10

I recently enjoyed my stay at Hotel Balzac, which is perfectly located a mere block from the Champs-Élysées. The city access was fantastic, and the concierge service was particularly impressive, providing helpful restaurant recommendations and tour information. However, I faced a few challenges, such as some noise from the street in my initial room, which did impact my sleep, but the management quickly accommodated me by moving me to a quieter room with a stunning Eiffel Tower view. Overall, the experience was charming yet had room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The initial room I stayed in had some noise issues which affected my sleep. However, the hotel managed to relocate me to a higher-floor suite with amazing views of the Eiffel Tower.

Service

10.0

The concierge team, especially Jihad, offered really good service with local insights and made great dining recommendations that enhanced my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is unbeatable, just a short walk from both the Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe, making it very convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed the hotel dining, particularly breakfast, which was good, but it could benefit from a wider selection to match the hotel's luxurious setting.

Facilities

7.0

The overall amenities were satisfactory, though some areas might need updating to reflect the hotel's five-star status, especially regarding the room decor.

Leo

United Kingdom, February 2025

5.0/10

My stay at Hotel Balzac was quite a mix of experiences. While the location near Champs-Élysées was absolutely perfect, making it easy to explore the city, I found the room to be smaller than expected and quite stuffy. The service was friendly, but there were a few hiccups that left me feeling somewhat underwhelmed.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was a superior double room, but it felt cramped and had issues with air conditioning, making it uncomfortable at times. The bedding didn't look fresh, which was disappointing, especially for a hotel of this caliber.

Service

6.0

The staff were certainly friendly and attentive, helping me with concierge needs and providing good recommendations. However, the handling of some requests felt a bit disorganized, which detracted from the overall experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, just a short walk from the Arc de Triomphe and metro stations, making it ideal for getting around Paris. This aspect of my stay was definitely a highlight.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast had decent options, but the selection felt limited for a five-star hotel. I hoped for more variety and a livelier atmosphere during breakfast hours.

Facilities

6.0

While the hotel offered standard facilities like room service and housekeeping, I felt they could improve on the overall presentation. The decor in my room felt a bit lacking, and some services seemed to need tightening up.

Amelia

United Kingdom, February 2025

5.6/10

My stay at Hotel Balzac was mixed. The location near the Champs-Élysées was perfect and the staff was friendly, but the room felt outdated, and the breakfast left much to be desired. I had high expectations, but unfortunately, they weren't fully met.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was quite small and had a worn-out look, with issues like a broken bathroom door handle and hard pillows. It really didn’t meet the five-star standard I expected.

Service

6.0

While some staff were helpful, I encountered moments where the service felt rushed and inattentive. For instance, I was left waiting for coffee during breakfast, which was frustrating.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was superb, just steps away from the Champs-Élysées and other major attractions, making it very convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was quite disappointing. The selection was limited, with poorly presented food that didn’t seem fresh, which was surprising for a hotel of this caliber.

Facilities

5.0

They had the basics covered, but the overall feel of the hotel amenities was lackluster. I hope they follow through with their renovation plans soon.

Oliver

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.4/10

My stay at Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi was quite the mixed bag. The location was superb, being just steps away from the Champs-Élysées and offering a stunning view of the Eiffel Tower from my Junior Suite. However, the service was inconsistent; while the reception staff was friendly, I encountered issues that made the experience less than perfect. Overall, it felt more like a good hotel than a five-star experience. 🏨🌆

Rooms

7.0

I enjoyed the comfort of my Junior Suite, particularly the beautiful decor. However, I found the room on the small side, and it lacked some basic amenities for a luxury hotel, like complimentary tea and coffee.

Service

6.0

While I found the reception staff nice, my experience with the concierge was a bit hit or miss. They were helpful at times but could be unresponsive when I needed assistance with room amenities.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is its standout feature! Just meters away from the Champs-Élysées and close to key attractions, it made exploring Paris a breeze.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast had its ups and downs; on some days, it was good, while other days it failed to meet expectations in terms of quality and freshness.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent, with room service available. However, I was surprised by the €50 deposit for the minibar, which felt a bit excessive and not clearly communicated at check-in.

Reese

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.6/10

My stay at Hotel Balzac was a mix of beautiful decor and service hiccups. The location near Champs-Élysées was fantastic, allowing me to explore Paris easily. However, the breakfast experience was inconsistent, and I encountered minor issues with room service that detracted from the overall luxury feel. I appreciated the friendly staff, although some service aspects could use refinement.

Rooms

7.0

The suite was comfortable with high ceilings and an elegant design. but it felt somewhat empty and lacked decorative touches. I was particularly disappointed with the bathroom's single sink and the absence of a walk-in shower, which should be standard for a hotel of this caliber.

Service

6.0

The staff were mostly friendly and professional, especially the concierge who provided valuable insights. Yet, there were moments of confusion, particularly with room service and breakfast, which indicated some oversight that needs addressing.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is truly superb, just steps from the Champs-Élysées and a short walk to the Arc de Triomphe. This made navigating the city exceptionally easy and enjoyable, especially for a first-time visitor like me.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast offered quality food, but the variability day-to-day was disappointing. One day it was good, while the next it was underwhelming, reflecting a need for better consistency in the kitchen.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities such as room service and housekeeping performed well, yet there were lapses in basic replenishments. The ambiance in the lounge area was nice, though some elements felt dated and could use an update.

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Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi, Paris

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining Options

Leisure & Services

Location & Transportation

Choose your room type

Price and Room Availability

Getting around

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Services

Dining

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Location

Reviews and Ratings