How is Grand Powers rated?

Grand Powers scores 9.2/10 on Booking.com and 4.8/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for Grand Powers?

HotelShortlist analysed 500 guest reviews for Grand Powers to build this verified profile.

Is Grand Powers a 5-star hotel?

Yes — Grand Powers is a 5-star property in Paris.

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Paris

Grand Powers

Name: Grand Powers
Address: Paris

★★★★★

9.2

Booking score

4.8

Google rating

719

Total reviews

★★★★★

Star rating

≈2014

Built / renovated

Highest floor guests reported

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Newness ≈2014 ·Location 4.8

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Verdict

Is Grand Powers Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.2/10 Booking.com4.8/5 Google500 reviews read5-star

As of 25 September 2026, 500 guest reviews give Grand Powers 9.2/10 on Booking.com and 4.8/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptional and genuinely warm staff who treat guests like family, remembering names, anticipating needs, and going far beyond typical hotel service with personal touches and genuine interest in guest satisfaction 127 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at Grand Powers: Which Rooms to Avoid

Unprofessional and inflexible handling of reservation changes with staff declining to work with guests on itinerary shifts despite good-faith communication, leading to loss of booking and poor customer service recovery 2 reviews
Bait-and-switch room assignment and aggressive upselling tactics where guests are shown inferior rooms unless they pay significantly more for upgrades, contradicting advertised room categories 2 reviews
Discriminatory treatment and dishonesty toward certain guests, with staff allegedly lying about facility availability and treating international guests (particularly Asian guests) with suspicion and rudeness 2 reviews

Rooms to avoid

Room 120 (first floor, end of hallway) described as poor quality and noisy
Street-facing rooms experience engine noise and traffic despite soundproofing

What guests praise

Grand Powers Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Grand Powers sells itself as a 5-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Exceptional and genuinely warm staff who treat guests like family, remembering names, anticipating needs, and going far beyond typical hotel service with personal touches and genuine interest in guest satisfaction 127 reviews
Unbeatable location two blocks from Champs-Élysées with easy walking access to Eiffel Tower, shopping, museums, restaurants, and major attractions while remaining calm and away from touristy chaos 98 reviews
Beautifully designed rooms with Parisian charm mixing old-world elegance with modern amenities, high ceilings, fireplaces, quality furnishings, and excellent attention to architectural detail throughout 86 reviews

Room requests

Which Room Should You Ask For at Grand Powers?

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Courtyard-facing rooms (interior rooms)

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Grand Powers

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What guests love

Exceptional and genuinely warm staff who treat guests like family, remembering names, anticipating needs, and going far beyond typical hotel service with personal touches and genuine interest in guest satisfaction (127×)

Unbeatable location two blocks from Champs-Élysées with easy walking access to Eiffel Tower, shopping, museums, restaurants, and major attractions while remaining calm and away from touristy chaos (98×)

Beautifully designed rooms with Parisian charm mixing old-world elegance with modern amenities, high ceilings, fireplaces, quality furnishings, and excellent attention to architectural detail throughout (86×)

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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Unprofessional and inflexible handling of reservation changes with staff declining to work with guests on itinerary shifts despite good-faith communication, leading to loss of booking and poor customer service recovery (2×)

Bait-and-switch room assignment and aggressive upselling tactics where guests are shown inferior rooms unless they pay significantly more for upgrades, contradicting advertised room categories (2×)

Discriminatory treatment and dishonesty toward certain guests, with staff allegedly lying about facility availability and treating international guests (particularly Asian guests) with suspicion and rudeness (2×)

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Parking note. Adequate — Hotel has parking available with valet service; one guest mentioned it as a convenient feature when arriving by car.

What guests report

View

Rooms with Eiffel Tower balcony views (suites, upper floors) are exceptional; standard rooms may have limited views or courtyard views; street-facing rooms have lower views but better light

Bed & mattress

Bed quality praised consistently with heated mattresses and multiple pillow options; however, king beds are often two twin beds connected, creating uncomfortable gap in center

Bathroom & water

Large, spacious bathrooms with heated floors and luxury Diptyque toiletries; however, water pressure is inconsistent/low in some rooms and shower drains occasionally overflow onto floor

Wi-Fi

Slow wifi mentioned in at least one review despite otherwise five-star standards

Breakfast

Excellent quality buffet with fresh ingredients and variety; however, à la carte items are extremely overpriced (€6-€50+), making it wise to stick with buffet option

AC / heating

Air conditioning works reliably and can be controlled from room; described as excellent and rare for Paris

Elevator

yes, but tiny—fits only 2-3 people comfortably, making luggage transport slow

Local knowledge

Request a room away from the street (courtyard-facing) to avoid engine noise and traffic sounds, as soundproofing is good but not perfect for street-level rooms

Book the suite or executive room if possible—standard rooms are noticeably small for Paris, and the upgrade provides significantly more space and a balcony with Eiffel Tower views

Use the concierge aggressively for restaurant reservations and activity bookings—they are exceptionally knowledgeable and can save you hours of planning

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Room intel

Quiet rooms / wings

Courtyard-facing rooms (interior rooms)

Noisy rooms to avoid

Room 120 (first floor, end of hallway) described as poor quality and noisy
Street-facing rooms experience engine noise and traffic despite soundproofing

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Design & character 5% of reviews mention design

Parisian chic mixing old-world elegance with modern minimalism, high ceilings and fireplaces
Beautifully curated boutique aesthetic avoiding corporate excess, 'hidden gem' feeling throughout
Contemporary hotel design with artistic attention to detail and refined taste in furnishings

Gym & fitness Basic

Small fitness center with basic equipment
Adequate for light workouts but limited compared to major five-star hotels
One guest specifically mentioned 'gym is really small'

Family facilities

Adorable Pow mascot welcome gift for children
Kid-friendly Paris map provided to families
Treasure hunt activity for kids during stay
Staff accommodated newborn milk storage in freezer and provided activity books

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