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Paris Ups its Luxury Game

By Siobhan
Last updated at 17:32:00 PM on 10 February 2012

When Paris is mentioned, you probably assume that it is oozing with luxury accommodation options. Its reputation for romance and elegance certainly imply it. However, while it does have some high-class hotels, luxury Paris hotels are something that has been lacking. Now, this is all about to change.

A number of luxury hotels chains including, Mandarin-Oriental and Shangri-La hotel groups have announced hotel openings in Paris. If you're planning to visit the city this summer and are looking for a Paris hotel with the best services, you will be able to stay at the Mandarin-Oriental, which opened just last summer. In the autumn of 2012 the Le Prince de Galles, owned by Starwood's, will open after an extensive, plush, and expensive refurbishment.

If you're looking for a last-minute romance break in the city of love, one Paris hotel you should definitely check out is the W Paris - Opéra Hotel. This is the first W hotel to open in France and it will welcome its first guests on Valentine's Day 2012. It is located in an ideal part of Paris near some of the best attractions. The design combines, lights, contemporary style and historic features in an attempt to provide guests with a relaxing, yet invigorating atmosphere. It is sure to impress that someone special in your life, so why not consider a surprise break to show them how much.