Plaza Athénée

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The Plaza Athénée is a hotel in Paris, France. It is located at 25 Avenue Montaigne, near the Champs Elysées and the Eiffel Tower. It is part of the Dorchester Collection group of international luxury hotels.

Opened in 1911, the hotel has 145 rooms and 43 suites. Among the best-known of the latter are the Eiffel Penthouse Suite, with its stunning views of the tower, the city and the Seine; and the 437 m² (4,850-square foot) Royal Suite. To serve its guests, the hotel employs 520.

There are several restaurants in the building. In 2000, Alain Ducasse chose the Athénée for his haute cuisine restaurant, named after himself. It serves dinner on weeknights and lunch on Thursdays and Fridays. Other eateries include the Relais Plaza (classical French cuisine), La Cour Jardin (Riviera-style cooking), La Galerie des Gobelins (breakfast, light lunch, tea and pastries) and Le Bar du Plaza, a popular night spot.

Other amenities include a sauna and steam room.

Famous guests who have stayed at the Athénée over the years include Josephine Baker, Rudolph Valentino, Grace Kelly, Gary Cooper, Jackie Kennedy, Mary Kate Olsen, Ashley Olsen, Matt Lauer, Katie Couric, Oprah Winfrey, Anna Wintour, Salma Hayak, and Penelope Cruz.