Prince Alwaleed: "George V hotel is the best & most prestigious in the world"

HRH Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Bin Abdulaziz Alsaud, Chairman of Kingdom Holding Company (KHC) said that "George V hotel is the best & most prestigious in the world" as Paris's Four Seasons Hotel George V was awarded the best business hotel in Western Europe in the Business Traveller Magazine by The Business Traveller Award, 2012 for three consecutive years. George V, Paris was also recognized as one of the best companies in the digital world by Fondazione Altagamma Digital Luxury Index, 2012.

The George V's luxurious and elegant interior and architectural design has made it unique. The décor is a combination of classical designs with a modern touch. The hotel's interiors are adorned with magnificent tapestries and spectacular flowers. The hotel houses the famous Le Cinq restaurant that provides guests with an exceptional experience.

The George V has received numerous recognitions: In 2011, Paris's Four Seasons Hotel George V was awarded the Palace rating by The French tourism authorities. In 2010, the George V was ranked Best City Hotel Worldwide in Ultratravel magazine, the hotel was also ranked Best International Business Hotel by Conde Nast Traveler in 2006, "When it comes to catering for business travelers, hotels are finding that convenience and flexibility count as much as luxury. Paris's Four Seasons Hotel George V … will send a representative to greet you at the plane and expedite your way through customs," described the survey.

Furthermore, the George V was ranked Best City Hotel Worldwide for 8 consecutive years, and ranked Best European City Hotel in Europe for 10 consecutive years in Gallivanter's Guide, the hotel was also ranked the World's Best International City Hotel in Andrew Harper's Hideaway report 2008 and Best International City Hotel in Andrew Harper's Hideaway report in 2005. The George V has also been rated the world's number one hotel by the ZAGAT Survey in its 2004 Top International Hotels, Resorts & Spas edition. The Survey described George V as a "jewel in the Four Season's crown" The hotel was also ranked World's Best Hotel in the same year, in the Institutional Investor. In September 2002, L'hôtellerie magazine published a report entitled: "Four Seasons George V Hotel Best Luxurious Hotel in the World in 2002-2003."

In March of the same year, Forbes Global published a survey of 25,000 executives who frequently travel to international destinations. The number one choice of these sophisticated travelers was the Four Seasons George V Hotel in Paris.

Prince Alwaleed acquired the George V in 1996 for $178 million. A two-year $125 million comprehensive renovation was started in December 1997. The total cost of acquiring the hotel and renovation amounted to $303 million, reflecting the Prince's dedication to restore the glory of this landmark.

Since its reopening in December 1999, the Four Seasons George V has become internationally-renowned for its top notch services. When the hotel reopened Prince Alwaleed commented saying, "I am confident that the George V with its new look will be the crown jewel of hotels in the world. Great efforts have been exerted to offer the best luxury services. I am sure that guests of the George V will experience unparalleled service."

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