Holiday Suitcase
LE ROYAL MONCEAU
Parisian Holiday Elegance
LE ROYAL MONCEAU - Raffles Paris is known as the city's most vibrant and contemporary Palace hotel. For the holiday season, the property infuses its classic Parisian elegance with culinary artistry and exceptional high-society celebrations, adorning itself in deep crimson and velvet to celebrate Christmas in the manner of a Haute Couture house. In ode to the Parisian Art de Vivre and the world of Couture - the lobby Christmas tree rises as a monumental textile sculpture composed of royal red velvet cushions, stacked and embellished with gilded botanical accents and crystalline tassels. Beneath the Marquise and along the entire façade, trees dressed in ribbons and deep red ornaments welcome guests upon arrival, while a ribbon embraces the terrace basin, crowned at its centre by a majestic bow.The New Year's Eve 'Avenue Hoche' countdown is one the property's most high-energy curations of the year. Rather than navigate crowds on the Champs-Élysées, guests are treated to a multi-concept dinner with a pristine vantage point of the Arc de Triomphe fireworks and countdown to 2027 with Champagne toasts and dance floor celebration at Le Bar Long.
​The Bûche de Noël Reveal: every year, the hotel unveils a highly anticipated Christmas Log - "L'Envoutée du Bar Long" by Pastry Chefs Yazid Ichemrahen and Alexandre Favre. 2026's edition: a double vanilla mousse from Madagascar and Tahiti, flowing with Piedmont hazelnut praline, mandarin marmalade, hazelnut biscuit and feuilletine with Guérande sea salt fleur de sel.
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La Galette des Rois: The magic of the festive season gives way to something equally enchanting: Épiphanie and the Galette des Rois (seasonal puff pastry). Bearing 65 hand-scored lines, traced one by one by the Chefs, crafted with Isigny butter and enveloped in almond frangipane - one of France's most beloved traditions.
Il Carpaccio: Michelin-starred restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine prepared by Chefs Oliver Piras & Alessandra Del Favero.
​To welcome in the New Year, the restaurant has put together an unforgettable evening where fine Italian cuisine is accompanied by the spellbinding power of gospel music.
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Le Bar Long: is an elegant Parisian brasserie designed by Philippe Starck. Gathered around its iconic long table - Le Bar celebrates reinvented French classics from breakfast through dinner.​​
T A S T E S
Festive Treats
SOUNDS
Jazz Soirée
A sensory journey through music and gastronomy as you relax and be captivated by the soulful melodies of a jazz pianist or a jazz trio, carefully curated to enhance your evening. In the refined ambiance of the Ray Charles Guest Suite, you will be indulged in a gourmet selection of Champagne and handcrafted savory and sweet canapés, prepared by the property's world-class Chefs. Inspired by legendary jazz icons, this exclusive experience is ideal for those seeking a luxury music event in Paris, offering an evening of sophistication and conviviality at Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris.
S T R O L L
The Champs-Élysées
The Champs-Élysées Christmas Market: returns to Paris after a ten-year absence, Nov. 22-Jan. 4. 200 chalets will take over the newly renovated gardens in the lower section of the avenue from Place de la Concorde to the Champs-Élysées roundabout. From 'Made in Paris' vendors to food chalets that must meet the event’s standards: 100% organic flour, French meat, French mulled wine made by maceration only and at least one vegetarian option.
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Place Clemenceau: where families can enjoy rides on the carousel, the Pavillon Ledoyen ice skating rink and Santa's House photo booth along with Christmas Light effects to synchronized sound.
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Christmas Windows: boutiques of the Champs-Élysées and the Parisian department stores contribute to the festive atmosphere with seasonal windows as you stroll one of the most famous avenues in the world while enjoying the shops, cafes and monuments. ​
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SIGHTS
of the Season
​Arc de Triomphe New Year’s Eve 2027, Champs-Élysées will once again host the traditional midnight countdown with video-mapping show on the Arc de Triomphe and a spectacular fireworks display.
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Musée d'Orsay This Holiday Season, the museum will celebrate its 40th anniversary with an exceptional program of festive and artistic events to mark four decades of creativity in the heart of the former train station - all set amid Impressionist masterpieces. From poetry readings in November to a big festive weekend. December 5th & 6th - the museum will open its doors to the public free of charge for its anniversary weekend with a program of artistic interventions, offbeat tours, visual performances by actress Christine Bonneton and musical interludes led by the Radio France Philharmonic Orchestra. December 12th, celebrations come to a close with the museum’s main hall to be transformed into a gigantic dance floor anniversary party organized by Thomas Jolly (the director who staged the ceremonies for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games).
​Paris Illuminations take many forms from lavish displays on Champs Élysées to hidden passages and plazas, plus 150+ more city streets.​​​​​​
HOLIDAY SHOP
inspiration Le Royal Monceau
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