Paris, France -- (SBWire) -- 04/11/2012 --Opening at the end of April – weather permitting - at the heart of the Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris, La Terrasse is a leafy haven a world away from the hustle and bustle of the chic Avenue Hoche. It is the perfect setting for enjoying the first rays of spring sun and people-watching, in the calm of a garden in bloom.

Tables from restaurants La Cuisine and Il Carpaccio spill out softly to share this jewel of a space. The doors of Le Bar Long open here too creating a unique blend of activity and tranquil chatter throughout the day in this luxury hotel Paris.

Philippe Starck’s interior vision is complemented by the consummate skills of a landscape artist, whose garden design works throughout the day and across the seasons. Guests staying at this Paris palace hotel, can enjoy a delectable lunch, sip a smooth coffee, or delight in an exquisite Pierre Hermé patisserie, al fresco.

Joana Vasconcelos’ over-scaled surrealist wrought-iron tea-pot appears from between the leaves – a gentle reminder that art sits at the core of Le Royal Monceau, and a playful addition waiting to be discovered dans le jardin.

- La Cuisine – French fine dining for breakfast, lunch, dinner open 7 days a week, and for brunch on weekends and bank holidays

- Il Carpaccio – authentic gourmet Italian, open for lunch and dinner, closed on Sunday and Monday

- Le Bar Long– This chic and casual bar lounge serves light fare, afternoon tea, elegant finger food and a large selection of refreshments and cocktails

To book tables
+331 42 99 88 00 | http://www.raffles.com/paris
Le Royal Monceau, 37 Avenue Hoche, 75008 Paris, France

Press Information:
Anne-Sophie Bonnisseau, Press and PR Manager
annesophie.bonisseau@raffles.com | 01 42 99 88 36

LE ROYAL MONCEAU, RAFFLES PARIS reopened in October 2010 as a next generation Palace after a dramatic and complete two year transformation by designer Philippe Starck. The hotel has 149 luxurious rooms and suites and is just minutes from the Arc-de-Triomphe and the Champs-Elysées in Paris' 8th arrondissement. Art is a key feature of Raffles Paris - Le Royal Monceau. Food and drink are an art form here too – from the buzz of the Long Bar on the ground floor, to the two restaurants, La Cuisine for gourmet French food and Il Carpaccio for the best Italian in Paris. Not to be missed are the creations by Pierre Hermé, the Picasso of patisserie. http://www.leroyalmonceau.com

About Raffles Hotels & Resorts
Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises eight luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to chic hotels in key locations around the world: in Singapore, Cambodia, China, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles and Paris, each one is an oasis of calm and charm. The company is embarking on a new phase of expansion, with openings in Istanbul, the Maldives, Indonesia, the Philippines and China scheduled over the next two years. While every hotel in the Raffles family has its own personality and story, each one is proud to draw on the timeless essence of Raffles – to deliver thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests. http://www.raffles.com/paris