famous from abroad when they visit Paris, includingErnest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, andElton John, plus Coco Chanel who lived there. It has 159 rooms, many of which are huge suites, and a two-Michelin-starred restaurant. In 1979 Mohamed Al-Fayed bought it, and spent a fortune renovating it into the luxury retreat it is today. The Hôtel Ritz is probably most famous these days for being the departure point for the fatal ride for Princess Diana, Dodi Al-Fayed, their inebriated driver Henri Paul, who was the hotel's head of security. It's still one of Paris's finest hotels, though Mohamed Al-Fayed is said to be trying to sell it. Restaurants and bars Health club and spa Meetings and events http://www.ritzparis.com/# · Superior Room: US$888 · Deluxe Ritz Suite: US$3581 London Savoy Hotel · Savoy Queen Room: US$524 · Signature Riverview Deluxe One Bedrooom Suite: US$4,273
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