Contemporary flourishes like perfume-bottle lamp bases and a Japanese garden give this former Spanish nobleman's town house a refreshing, modern atmosphere. Not everything is contemporary, though: room keys and doorbells are vintage, and there are more than 1,000 antiques and 18th-century paintings throughout the hotel. Free Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations in every room cater to high-tech travelers. Rooms are elegant—the Emile Wolf Suite has a baby grand—with a mix of antiques and updated fabrics, marble bathrooms, and walk-in closets. The fitness room has a splendid view of Sacré-Coeur. Pros: sunday brunch with organic farm products; just steps away from the Champs-Elysées. Cons: street-facing rooms can be noisy; size of rooms varies greatly.
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