A successful wellness weekend in Paris revolves around the spa: a treatment tailored to your skin type or stress levels, time in the hammam, gentle exercise, light meals, and restful nights—all without having to cross the city. In Paris, Fauchon L’Hôtel Paris, a 5-star hotel on Place de la Madeleine, brings all of this together under one roof: a Beauty Spa offering PAOMA facial and body treatments, a hammam, a 24-hour fitness center, and packages that combine spa treatments with FAUCHON fine dining.
What makes for a successful wellness weekend?
A wellness weekend isn’t just a series of appointments. It’s based on a balance between treatments, warmth, exercise, nutrition, and sleep. Ideally, plan for one or two spa treatments during your stay, a daily visit to the steam room, a gentle workout, and truly indulgent breaks, enjoyed at a leisurely pace. The fewer trips you have to make, the deeper your relaxation will be—which is why a hotel with an on-site spa is the best choice.
How do you choose a facial care product?
The right treatment depends first and foremost on the skin’s needs at the time of your stay. At the Beauty Spa at Fauchon L’Hôtel Paris, facials feature products by PAOMA, a French eco-ethical cosmetics brand that is COSMOS Organic certified by ECOCERT, vegan, and made in France. Each treatment includes an LED session.
- Dehydrated, tight, or dull skin: the Beauty-Revealing Ritual intensely hydrates and restores suppleness, comfort, and radiance.
- Tired-looking features, dull complexion: the Glacial Radiance Ritual, inspired by cryotherapy, firms the skin and restores its radiance. Ideal after a trip or a busy week.
- Combination to oily skin with blemishes: The Purity Ritual deeply cleanses and rebalances the skin.
- Loss of firmness, first wrinkles: The Hyaluressence Anti-Aging Ritual targets the visible signs of aging and helps restore elasticity.
- Targeted areas: The “Regard” and “Ovale & Décolleté” treatments can be used as a complement to another treatment or on their own for a shorter session.
Treatments are available for both women and men. If you’re unsure, the spa team will help you choose the most appropriate treatment.
What is the purpose of LED in a facial treatment?
LED therapy, or photomodulation, uses lights of different wavelengths—without heat or UV rays—to enhance the effectiveness of active ingredients. Depending on the color, it is used to boost radiance, soothe the skin, or smooth its appearance. When incorporated into a treatment, it prolongs its effects without causing any discomfort. At the Beauty Spa, it is included in all PAOMA facials.
Massage or body treatment: Which should you choose?
- To relieve tension (in your back, neck, and shoulders) after a week of work or a long trip, a massage is the best option. Let us know which areas are tender and how much pressure you'd like.
- For softer skin and a truly relaxing experience, a body treatment that combines exfoliation and a body wrap is ideal, especially in winter.
- 45 minutes or an hour? 45 minutes is enough for a targeted treatment; an hour allows for a more comprehensive treatment and a real chance to unwind.
- As a duo treatment, you can enjoy it side by side—as a couple, with friends, or as a mother and daughter.
The Hammam: Benefits and Best Practices
The humid heat of the hammam opens the pores, relaxes the muscles, and prepares the skin for a treatment. It’s also a moment of calm, perfect for slowing down before or after a massage.
- Duration: 15 to 20 minutes is enough, in one or two sessions with a break in between.
- Before a treatment, the hammam softens the skin and relaxes the muscles; afterward, it prolongs the feeling of relaxation.
- Stay hydrated before and after, and avoid a heavy meal right before.
- Precautions: If you are pregnant or have heart or circulatory problems, consult your doctor before using the steam room.
At Fauchon L’Hôtel Paris, the hammam is open to hotel guests during spa hours.
What is a spa visit like?
- Book in advance, especially for the weekend: Saturday afternoon slots fill up quickly.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your treatment to get changed and wind down.
- Talk to your practitioner about your skin type, any tension you may be feeling, allergies, and your preferred level of pressure.
- Enjoy the steam room before or after your treatment.
- Take some time to rest and drink something after your treatment, before getting back to your day.
Le Beauty Spa It is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. for treatments, massages, hair services, and manicures. Services outside these hours may be available for an additional fee. Reservations: +33 1 87 86 28 30 · beautyspa@fauchonhotels.com.
Sports and Recovery
A gentle morning workout helps you get the most out of your spa treatments and sleep better. The fitness center at Fauchon L’Hôtel Paris, located on Level -1, is open 24 hours a day and features treadmills, elliptical trainers, stationary bikes, cable machines, dumbbells, and exercise balls. A personal trainer or a Running Culture Coach—to help you explore Paris while running—can be arranged upon request. For complete relaxation, follow your workout with a visit to the hammam and a massage.
Well-being and Fine Dining: Eating Well During Your Stay
Well-being also starts with what’s on your plate—without sacrificing enjoyment:
- The Wellness Breakfast (€38) to start your day off right.
- The Épicier Brunch at the Grand Café Fauchon, Saturdays and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- FAUCHON’s Five O’Clock Tea, served from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., featuring the House’s signature teas.
A 48-hour wellness program
Friday. Arrival late in the day, a visit to the hammam before 7 p.m., followed by a light dinner and an early night.
Saturday morning. Workout at the fitness center or a run with a trainer, followed by a wellness breakfast.
Saturday afternoon. Hammam, followed by a PAOMA facial tailored to your skin type. For two, the Five O’Clock Tea & Relax package combines a one-hour couples’ treatment, the hammam, and FAUCHON’s Five O’Clock Tea.
Sunday. A massage or body treatment, followed by brunch. With Brunch & Relax, you can enjoy a 45-minute treatment and the steam room either before or after brunch at L’Épicier.
What spa packages does Book offer?
- Brunch & Relax: a 45-minute personalized treatment (face or body), a hammam, and the Épicier Brunch, Saturdays and Sundays. €205 per person, €410 for two.
- Five O’Clock Tea & Relax: a one-hour treatment for two, including a hammam and Five O’Clock Tea, available Friday through Sunday. 430 € for two.
- Christmas Lights by PAOMA: Through December 31, 2026, enjoy a 60-minute “Beauty Revealer” facial treatment, a complimentary LED session and hand mask, and a 30-minute steam bath. €150 per person.
- The Christmas Wellness Getaway: December 1–31, 2026—one night’s stay, breakfast, and a couples’ treatment or massage. Starting at €1,130 for two.
Give the gift of a spa experience
Treatments, Brunch & Relax, Five O’Clock Tea & Relax, and hotel stays are available as gift certificates valid for one year through the Fauchon L’Hôtel Paris online store.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to plan a wellness weekend in Paris?
Choose a hotel with a spa to avoid traveling, plan for one or two treatments tailored to your needs, a daily visit to the hammam, a gentle workout, and light meals. Book your treatments in advance, especially on weekends.
Which hotel with a spa and hammam should you choose in Paris?
Fauchon L’Hôtel Paris, located on Place de la Madeleine, features a Beauty Spa open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering PAOMA treatments, a hammam with free access for guests, and a 24-hour fitness center.
Which facial treatment should you choose?
Depending on your skin type: the Beauty-Revealing Ritual for dehydrated skin, Éclat des Glaces for a tired complexion, Pureté for combination to oily skin, and Hyaluressence for signs of aging.
How long should you stay in the hammam?
15 to 20 minutes is enough, spread over one or two sessions. Be sure to stay well-hydrated, and consult your doctor if you are pregnant or have heart problems.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
No. Fauchon L’Hôtel Paris features a Beauty Spa with a hammam and a 24-hour fitness center.
Where can you enjoy a spa treatment and brunch in Paris?
Place de la Madeleine, with “Brunch & Relax”: a 45-minute treatment, the hammam, and brunch from L’Épicier at the Grand Café Fauchon, on Saturdays and Sundays, for €205 per person.
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