Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi, Paris - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

6 Rue Balzac, Paris, France, 75008

Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi, a five-star luxury boutique hotel just off the Champs-Elysées, puts guests at the heart of Paris' vibrant city center with Pierre Gagnaire's flagship 3 Michelin Star restaurant.

Luxurious Room Amenities

Each of Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi's 69 rooms and suites features a marble bathroom, international TV channels, minibar, and safe. Special extras include designer toiletries, complimentary Wi-Fi, and LCD screens.

Michelin-Starred Dining Experience

Pierre Gagnaire's 3 Michelin Star restaurant serves modern French cuisine. The first floor offers a 300-capacity events space and Le 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant with chic picnic basket lunches.

Business & Family Features

The children's gallery at the Centre Pompidou provides interactive art experiences. Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi offers conference facilities with Eiffel Tower views and VIP welcome gifts.

Central Paris Location

Located 0.5 miles from Charles de Gaulle-Etoile and 0.1 miles from Georges V stations. The Arc de Triomphe is 0.5 miles away, with Avenue Montaigne and Avenue George V within a two-minute walk.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Air conditioning

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Superior Connecting King Room

Max:

2 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Air conditioning

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Paris 2.0 mi

Airports

Orly (ORY) 11.9 mi

Paris (CDG) 17.7 mi

Train

Gare Saint-Lazare 1.2 mi

Metro stations

George V700 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Spa & Leisure

Spa & wellness center
Sauna

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Location

6 Rue Balzac, Paris, France, 75008

Map view

street view

6 Rue Balzac, Paris, France, 75008

City landmarks

Mall

Eiffel Tower

1.4 mi

Museums

Louvre Museum

1.9 mi

Museums

Musee d'Orsay

1.5 mi

Garden

Champ de Mars

1.3 mi

Garden

Tuileries Garden

1.4 mi

3 Avenue du Général Eisenhower

Grand Palais

5000 ft

Square

Place de la Concorde

1.2 mi

Avenue Winston Churchill

Petit Palais

5000 ft

Church

Sacre-Coeur

2.2 mi

Bridges

Pont Alexandre III

1.1 mi

Museums

Musee Jacquemart-Andre

2900 ft

Museums

Musee Rodin

1.4 mi

Museums

Musee du quai Branly

1.0 mi

Church

Notre Dame

2.6 mi

Parks

Luxembourg Gardens

2.5 mi

Church

Saint Augustin Church

4900 ft

35 Rue du Chevalier-De-La-Barre

Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre

2.2 mi

Museums

Paris Museum of Modern Art

3800 ft

Museums

Musee Guimet

3700 ft

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Seine River

1.9 mi

1 Pl Trocadero Et du 11 Novembre

Palais de Chaillot

1.0 mi

Museums

The Army Museum

1.3 mi

Church

Les Invalides

1.3 mi

Museums

Palais de Tokyo

4300 ft

Church

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

2300 ft

Church

Eglise Saint-Philippe-du-Roule

2500 ft

Square

Place du Trocadero

1.0 mi

Public Building

Elysee Palace

4800 ft

Nearby

Landmark

Arc de Triomphe

1600 ft

Square

Champs-Elysees

1900 ft

Restaurants

Pizza Vesuvio

700 ft

144 avenue des Champs-Elysees

Le Fouquet's

800 ft

99 avenue des Champs Elysees

Chez LY

100 ft

8 rue Lord Byron

Kok Ping

200 ft

4 rue Balzac

George V de l'Alma

500 ft

1 avenue George V Place du pont de l alma

Penati al Baretto

200 ft

9 rue Balzac

Cafe George V

500 ft

120 avenue des Champs Elysees

Bistro des Champs

500 ft

122 avenue des Champs Elysees

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

7.2

Location

9.8

Service

7.0

Dining

6.4

Mia

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.4/10

My stay at Hotel Balzac was a mix of highs and lows. The location is fantastic, right near the Champs-Élysées, but the service didn't match the five-star expectations. The room was nice but on the smaller side, and some details like the breakfast could be improved. Overall, I’d rate it a solid experience but with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable, with a pleasant view of the Eiffel Tower, but it felt a bit small for a five-star hotel.

Service

6.0

The front desk staff were super friendly, but the service could be hit or miss. For a five-star hotel, I didn't expect to carry my own luggage.

Location

10.0

Absolutely loved the location! It was just a short walk to major attractions like the Arc de Triomphe and offered a peaceful street vibe.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was decent but could use more variety. I found the prices a bit steep for what was offered.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel’s facilities were nice, but I faced some hiccups with room service and water charges.

Sawyer

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.8/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay at Hotel Balzac. While the location was fantastic with easy access to the Champs-Élysées and other attractions, the service and room quality left much to be desired. My check-in felt rushed, the room was outdated, and the breakfast was disappointing. I expected more from a five-star hotel, especially given the price. 🌟😞

Rooms

5.0

The room was outdated and worn out, with scratches, water stains, and a squeaky bed that made it hard to sleep comfortably.

Service

5.0

The check-in process was hasty and I felt neglected, with no assistance offered for our bags. Overall, service during our stay lacked attention and detail.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is superb, just with meters of the Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe, making it ideal for exploring Paris.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was quite disappointing, with a limited selection and poor quality items; this is something I expected more variety from in a five-star hotel.

Facilities

5.0

Though there were basic amenities available, like room service and housekeeping, the overall condition of the room affected my experience.

Tommy

United Kingdom, January 2025

7.0/10

I had a mostly enjoyable stay at Hotel Balzac, highlighted by the friendly and resourceful service from Christopher and his team. The hotel's location near the Champs-Élysées was fantastic, making it easy to explore Paris. However, I encountered minor issues like delays in room service and a few hiccups with housekeeping that detracted from the overall luxury experience. While the decor was charming and fresh, I felt some areas needed refinement.

Rooms

7.0

The superior room was nicely decorated and felt fresh, though I found it a bit small for my taste. I appreciated the comfort of the bed, but the lack of tea and coffee amenities was disappointing. Additionally, the heating system made the room excessively warm at times.

Service

8.0

The service was generally warm and helpful, especially from Christopher who sorted out several requests effortlessly. However, I did experience a delay with room service when my order was overlooked, which was a letdown.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was perfect, just off the Champs-Élysées, making it super convenient for sightseeing. Access to metro stations nearby also made travel around the city a breeze.

Dining

6.0

I found the dining options at the hotel to be somewhat limited with no evening restaurant facilities. The breakfast was decent, but a wider variety of food options would have added a touch of excitement to the dining experience.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate, including room service and housekeeping. However, I felt that the lack of tea and coffee in the room was a missed opportunity for full five-star comfort, and I was surprised by the minibar deposit requirement.

Harry

United Kingdom, January 2025

7.0/10

I had a pleasant experience at Hotel Balzac, enjoying the prime location just a block from the Champs-Élysées and the comfortable room. However, the service had hiccups, particularly during breakfast where staff seemed overwhelmed. The decor in my suite felt quite stark and could benefit from warmer touches to feel more inviting overall.

Rooms

8.0

The suite was spacious with high ceilings and comfortable furnishings, but the decor felt sparse and the bathroom was unexpectedly lacking in amenities like a double vanity.

Service

7.0

While most of the staff, especially at the front desk, were friendly and accommodating, I did encounter some service lapses, particularly with breakfast where the staff struggled to keep up with demand.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, just minutes from the bustling Champs-Élysées, making it easy for me to explore Paris.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast menu was a mix of high-quality options, but on one occasion, the food did not meet expectations, and the overall experience felt a bit disorganized.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel's facilities were adequate, with promises to address issues promptly, though I found the absence of tea and coffee amenities in my room surprising for a place of this caliber.

Theodore

United Kingdom, December 2024

7.4/10

I had a lovely stay at Hotel Balzac Paris & Spa Ikoi, which is conveniently located near the Champs-Élysées. The decor had an elegant traditional charm, although I felt some areas needed a bit of upkeep. The staff was friendly and helpful, especially the concierge, who provided valuable local insights. While the breakfast was beautifully presented, there were minor inconsistencies in quality on different days.

Rooms

8.0

The room was charmingly decorated, but it did show signs of needing updates. The bathroom was nice, but I noticed some issues with the shower tiles. Overall, it was comfortable, especially the bed, though it could use a new mattress.

Service

9.0

The staff was exceptionally friendly and attentive. I had great interactions with the concierge, who helped me navigate the city effectively, particularly during a protest that made transportation tricky.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, just a short walk from the Champs-Élysées and other major attractions. I felt I was right in the heart of Paris, making it easy to explore the city.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast offered a good variety and was well-presented, especially the omelettes. However, there were some inconsistencies in quality, which could use some improvement.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay, including room service and housekeeping, although I wish the toiletries were restocked automatically.