Hôtel Plaza Athénée is a bucket-list destination for any global traveler. The renowned property—instantly recognizable for its bright red awnings and ivy-clad courtyard—draws visitors in to a serene space for rest, relaxation, and inspiration. From indulging in treatments at the Christian Dior spa to savoring bites at any one of its esteemed restaurants, the hotel hits an array of high marks, balancing luxury standards with contemporary needs.
What’s New at Hôtel Plaza Athénée
Royale Suite, photo by Mark Read, courtesy of Hôtel Plaza Athénée.
Most recently, Hôtel Plaza Athénée unveiled 49 renovated rooms and suites, including the Royal Suite. Imagined by the French interior design firm Moinard Bétaille, the style has retained the 18th-century style of the property, yet has been updated with a contemporary touch. The project marks the continuation of a partnership between the hotel and Bruno Moinard and Claire Bétaille of the firm, who also oversaw the design of many other spaces within the hotel, including the Lobby, The Gallery, La Cour Jardin, and Le Relais Plaza.
Courtesy of Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Dorchester Collection.
Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée, courtesy of Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Dorchester Collection.
The hotel’s street-facing terrace, La Terrasse Montaigne, is also open for the summer season. With remarkable view of the Eiffel Tower, the restaurant features a seafood-focused menu—including dishes such like tuna tartare, lobster spaghetti, and curry-spiced trout salad—which can be enjoyed daily on the terrace.
Culinary Art at Plaza Athénée
Le Relais Plaza, courtesy of Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Dorchester Collection.
Also at the hotel, Chef Jean Imbert is reshaping the narrative of haute cuisine, marking a return to grandeur within several spaces: Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée, an opulent Versailles-style dining room; La Cour Jardin, the hotel’s iconic outdoor courtyard; and Le Relais Plaza, an Art Deco restaurant with a classic Parisian brasserie feel. In each, unforgettable bites inspired by France’s rich culinary history, travel, and Imbert’s own memories unfold.
Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée, courtesy of Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Dorchester Collection.
For the summer season, Imbert unveiled a menu that paid tribute to Brittany—a region close to his heart and one he’s spent a lifetime visiting. Available through September 14 at Le Cour Jardin, guests are treated to dishes that reflect the richness of the Breton terroir, including grilled John Dory fish, crab toast, artichoke carpaccio, buckwheat crêpes, and even tableside-flambéd lobster.
