Le Damantin Hotel & Spa

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Le Damantin: A Parisian Stay That Felt Like a Warm Hug💜🐝 My stay at Le Damantin Hotel & Spa was one of the most wonderful hotel experiences I have ever had. From the moment I arrived until the day I left, every detail of the experience felt thoughtful, warm, and genuinely welcoming. The staff made this stay truly special. Each day when I walked into the hotel, I was greeted warmly by the doormen and front desk team. Roman and I exchanged cat stories and I even got a new recipe that my cat loves. That level of hospitality made the hotel feel less like a place I was staying and more like a place I was returning home to. I have to give a special thank-you to Kelly at the front desk, who went above and beyond to make my visit exceptional. She helped me find great restaurants and entertainment in the surrounding neighborhood and always greeted me with such kindness and enthusiasm. At the end of my stay, she even gifted me a beautiful keepsake; such a thoughtful gesture that meant a lot. My room was absolutely fabulous. I had a room overlooking the Eiffel Tower, which made waking up every morning feel magical. The room itself was beautifully designed; modern, elegant, and still very Parisian in style. The bathroom was immaculate and luxurious, with an incredible bathtub and sleek modern finishes. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the entire space felt cozy and peaceful. Walking into my room each evening truly felt like stepping into a warm hug. Breakfast at the hotel restaurant was another highlight. The croissants were delicious, the omelette was perfect, and I still remember how refreshing the cranberry juice was. Everything was fresh, beautifully prepared, and served with excellent hospitality. One evening I stopped by the bar and restaurant for a late-night snack and ordered the turkey club sandwich, which was excellent. To my surprise, they also included a drink on the house; a lovely touch that made the experience even more memorable. The wellness facilities are also outstanding. I spent time at the pool, sauna, and workout studio, and everything was beautiful and spotless. The fitness area, with its warm cedar wood design and excellent equipment, felt like a private luxury gym. After using the rowing machine, I enjoyed a swim in the pool, which was perfectly clean and maintained at a wonderful temperature. Everything about this hotel, the staff, the rooms, the food, and the spa facilities, made for an unforgettable Paris stay. This was not my first time in Paris, more like 5th or 7th time. However, I will absolutely return to Le Damantin the next time I am in Paris. Thank you again to Kelly and the entire team for making my visit so special.

Unfortunately my stay did not meet the standards I would expect from a five-star hotel. The main issue was the private spa booking. I paid to privatise the pool area at 12:00 for 45 minutes, which is already a short slot for a paid service. When we arrived, no staff were present and the area had not been prepared. I had to call reception myself to ask someone to come. Staff arrived late and only started setting up once we were already there. The pool was not heated and the space clearly had not been prepared in advance. As a result we only had around 30 minutes of actual use. No apology or acknowledgement was offered, which made the experience feel like a waste of money. There was also confusion about the price of the spa. I had initially been told €100 over the phone, but was told €150 upon arrival. Although this was eventually adjusted, it created unnecessary confusion. The room itself lacked several basic amenities. Bathroom items had to be requested individually, the bathrobe provided was damaged, and the USB charging port in the room was not working. As I was travelling from London with limited adaptors, this was inconvenient. I was told I had been upgraded as “guest of the day”, but the room remained extremely small. I understand that boutique hotels in Paris often have smaller rooms, but the upgrade did not feel particularly meaningful. Checkout was also handled poorly. Because the spa appointment started late due to staff delays, our schedule was already impacted. Despite having a late checkout until 13:00, I received a phone call shortly after that time and then a WhatsApp message warning that €100 per hour would be charged if the room was not vacated immediately. The tone felt unnecessarily pressuring and not in line with the level of service expected from a five-star property. Additionally, the €150 security deposit remained blocked on my card for the full 30 days after checkout and required multiple follow-ups with both the hotel and my bank before it was finally released. Guests using debit cards or fintech banks may want to be aware of this. On a positive note, the luggage attendant was very welcoming and helpful throughout the stay and was the most consistently professional member of staff I encountered. Breakfast was also offered complimentary, although the selection was fairly limited. Overall, the service, organisation and attention to detail did not reflect five-star standards and unfortunately I would not choose to stay here again.

A truly wonderful and beautiful hotel. The service is first-class! The gym has very unnecessary equipment! Thank you, see you again soon.