If you’ve ever looked up “best swingers clubs in Paris” chances are Les Chandelles is one of the first names you came across. It’s legendary, highly selective and for many couples it feels like a true rite of passage.

My husband and I have visited this venue many times, most recently on a Friday night in September 2025. Below you’ll find my honest, detailed review including what you really need to know about the dress code, door policy, prices and what it actually feels like once you’re inside. So if you’re curious (or maybe a little nervous) about stepping through that blue door for the first time, this guide should answer all your questions.

Location & Opening Times

Address: 1 Rue Thérèse, Paris 1st arrondissement (a few minutes from the Louvre).
Opening hours: 10:30 PM – 5:00 AM. Wed–Sat are couples-only; Sun & Mon are open to couples + singles. They are also open for afternoons on Mon–Sat from 3:00–8:00 PM. (They do adjust times occasionally, so always double-check before you go.)

Prices

On Fridays and Saturdays, the couples ticket is €120. It includes admission + one drink per person. Everything you order goes on a tab card that you settle at the end.

Drinks by the glass are around €30, bottles range between €300-€1000.

They also offer a “Chandellissime Package” for €390 that is available Wednesday to Saturday and includes:

Dinner at their restaurant with 2 main courses + 2 desserts + 1 bottle of Moët & Chandon Champagne
Club entry for the couple + 2 drinks

Dress Code

One reason Les Chandelles has such a low Google review score (around 2.9) is its strict dress code. Many bad reviews come from couples who were turned away at the door.

This is not the place for jeans, casual dresses or “designer labels as a pass.” They truly don’t care if you’re wearing Gucci or Zara — they care about the overall look.

The official requirements are:

Women: Skirt or dress with high heels. Stockings and lingerie underneath are common. Pants, boots or wedges will almost certainly get you turned away.

Men: Long-sleeve shirt, tailored trousers and dress shoes. A blazer or suit is the safest choice. Sneakers are never allowed; loafers are generally fine.

In most cases, rejections usually happen because the male partner isn’t dressed correctly. For women, there are rare occasions when the club will lend a pair of heels if the couple looks otherwise elegant. But I would never rely on that.

Atmosphere & First Impressions

You won’t find a glowing neon sign on the street announcing Les Chandelles. Instead, it’s a discreet dark blue doorway with the number 1 next to the door.

A doorman greets you outside and lets you into a small reception area. Some say you’re scanned by a camera before you step inside…. I can’t confirm that, but I do know that we were out of the taxi and at the reception desk in less than ten seconds.

At reception, phones a required to be left there, along with women’s purses. You’ll be handed a card with your names, which the bartender uses to track your drinks for the night.

From there, you descend into a world of red velvet, chandeliers and mirrors. I remember that before our first visit, I expected something like a velvet dungeon. In reality, the ceilings are normal height, the space is clean and while I think parts of the décor could use an update, it still feels elegant and intimate.

At the bottom of the stairs you’ll notice a snack table with sweets, fruit and fresh berries. It’s a small detail, but very Parisian.

From there, if you turn right you’ll find the dance floor with a bar area. And if you turn left you’ll reach the bathrooms and playrooms. Just note: there is only one toilet for men and one for women, so queues are normal.

It’s also worth mentioning that despite some negative reviews online, in our experience all the staff — from the doorman to the bartender — have always been polite, professional and fluent in English.

Timing Your Arrival

On our most recent visit we arrived around 11:00 PM, knowing it was going to be a busy night. This gave us time to have a drink and chat with a few couples, but the truth is most people don’t show up until 1:00 AM.

Personally, I’d skip the club’s restaurant — the food is nice, but the wait between dinner and the real atmosphere picking up can feel too long. That said, if you want a slower build-up and some time to enjoy the club with not too many people in the playrooms, dining there can be a good option.

The Crowd

Our latest visit took place on a Friday and previously we have also attended on Saturdays. So we have only experienced couples-only nights and really enjoyed them. The crowd has been mixed in age but leaned toward 30s–50s, with most couples looking fit, attractive and stylish. Even if some couples had a few extra pounds (like most of us do), the strict dress code really makes everyone look polished and attractive.

We talked with several couples and they all felt very approachable. People mingled at the bar and in the tables around the dance floor and we had no problems communicating in English. In the dance floor area some kisses were exchanged, but anything further from that was kept for the playrooms.

Playrooms & Consent

By 1:30–2:00 AM, the playrooms are getting full. There are small alcoves and slightly larger group spaces, but overall the rooms are compact. So it’s easy to find yourself part of the action. If you want more space, head in earlier in the night.

Condoms are available, but I‘d recommend bringing your own lube.

One important note on consent: in Paris (and much of Europe), physical touch is often used as a way of asking. People rarely ask verbally — instead, a light touch on your arm or leg is how someone shows interest. If you’re not interested, simply don’t respond and it’s understood as a no. And if needed, you can gently move the hand away or politely say, ‘no, thanks.’

Final Thoughts

If you and your partner want to explore the libertine lifestyle in Paris with a crowd that is attractive, well-dressed and elegant, Les Chandelles is absolutely worth a visit.

Just remember:

• Follow the dress code (especially the shoes).

• Don’t arrive too early.

• Expect playrooms that can get crowded.

For us, Les Chandelles is probably the best swingers club in Europe and a place we’ll happily return to whenever we’re in Paris.

But beyond the clubs, our most memorable nights have always been at the truly special, members-only libertine events — the kind hosted in private villas, historic châteaux or luxury hotels. These gatherings attract a very selective, elegant crowd and offer a completely different level of experience.

If you’d like to know more, I share everything in my guide “How to Access High-End Libertine Events” including the event calendar with all the upcoming events in Europe and the US.

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