Here is our local guide to the best Hotels in Paris!
Before booking museum tickets or making restaurant reservations, you have to know where you’re spending the night. There are so many hotels in Paris that it can often be difficult to know where to start your search. If you’re looking for a guaranteed safe, comfortable, and stylish room to relax in after a long day on the streets of Paris, this is the place for you.
After all my years planning weddings at some of these insitutons or reviewing them for other press publications I’m happy to share my curated list with you.
COQ Hotel Paris
Location: 13th arrondissement, 2.7 km from city center
Features to note: air-conditioning, free WiFi, breakfast available
Hôtel COQ (Community of Quality) is all about location. Less than a kilometer from seven metro stops, you have plenty of options for finding your way around Paris using public transportation and the Place d’Italie is only a three minute walk away. The atmosphere at the COQ Hotel is warm and inviting and the 24-hour reception, bar, and concierge service works literally around the clock to make sure you enjoy your stay.
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Hôtel Particulier Montmartre
Location: 18th arrondissement, 3.7 km from city center
Features to note: air-conditioning, free WiFi, terrace at each room, restaurant and room service
Hôtel Particulier Montmartre is a great choice, especially if your trip includes work and play. Here, every room has a desk and free WiFi, and a fax machine and photocopier are available to guests. These amenities, along with the on-site restaurant and available breakfast, makes this a great practical spot, without compromising on atmosphere. The white stone building, lush gardens, and terraces all make this a charming place to stay, all less than one kilometer from three metro stops.
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Le Terrass Hotel
Location: 18th arrondissement, 3.6 km from city center
Features to note: air-conditioning, elevator service, free WiFi, rooftop view
During your stay at Le Terrass Hotel, make sure to visit the Le Terrass Restaurant Bar on the rooftop terrace to admire the panoramic view of Paris; make sure to visit on the hour to see the Eiffel Tower lights. The views, from rooftop and bedroom alike, make this hotel worth considering. Le Terrass Hotel provides 24-hour concierge service, boasts of its elegantly decorated rooms, and is less than a kilometer from five metro stops.
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Hotel Bachaumont
Location: 2nd arrondissement, 1.2 km from city center
Features to note: air-conditioning, free WiFi, café, restaurant, and breakfast available
The Hotel Bachaumont is less than one kilometer from three metro stops, but the hotel itself is in one of the oldest parts of Paris. The Louvre is less than one kilometer away and Notre Dame is 1.5 kilometers away. This stay will have all of the charm of vintage Paris with all of the modern amenities, including air conditioning and elevators, which can be rare in Paris.
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Hôtel National Des Arts et Métiers
Location: 3rd arrondissement, 1km from city center
Features to note: air-conditioning, breakfast available, restaurant on site, rooftop bar, free WiFi
The Seine is one short kilometer from the Hôtel National Des Arts et Métiers, and is a perfect spot for a picnic lunch during your stay in Paris. The Louvre, Notre Dame, Sacré-Coeur, and the Arc de Triomphe are also nearby and easily accessible on the metro; there are five metro stops within one kilometer from the hotel. Make sure to check out the restaurant and rooftop view during your stay from a great meal and iconic view.
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9Confidentiel
Location: 4th arrondissement, .4 km from city center
Features to note: air-conditioning, free WiFi, allergy-free property, breakfast options available
The list of nearby attractions seems endless; Notre Dame is .7 km away, Opéra Bastille 1.3 km, Saint-Chapelle Cathedral 1.45 km, the Louvre 1.5 km, on and on. Many of the well-decorated rooms offer wide, sweeping views of Paris and all are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, and a desk.
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Hotel Panache
Location: 9th arrondissement, 1.9 km from city center
Features to note: air-conditioning, free toiletries and hair-dryer, buffet breakfast available
Less than one kilometer from five metro stations and walking distance from the famous Galaries Lafayette Department Store, Hotel Panache is located in the heart of Paris and puts you in perfect position to enjoy the city. Rooms are bright and cozy and the building itself has that trademark Parisian stone feel. This hotel is praised for its extra comfy beds, which should not be overlooked when finding a place to sleep during what will (probably) be a walking-heavy trip.
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Hôtel Gramont
Location: 2nd arrondissement, 1.9 km from city center
Features to note: Air conditioning, free WiFi, buffet breakfast available, airport shuttle, parking
At the Hôtel Gramont, breakfast is served at a buffet under a beautiful, vaulted ceiling. After breakfast, catch the metro at one of the five stops within one kilometer; the Quatre Septembre Metro Station is just 1000 meters away! Reviews call the Hôtel Gramont kid friendly, clean, and in a perfect location for travel.
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The Hoxton
Location: 2nd arrondissement, 1.5 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, on site restaurant, 24-hour front desk service
The Hoxton offers two options for breakfast: room service and the breakfast bag. Having more options for your morning meal gives you more options for the direction of your day. Do you want a full day in the hustle and bustle of the city, visiting the numerous sites and museums within walking distance? The breakfast bag is your best bet. If you’d rather have a relaxing, slow-starting day, admiring the view from outside your window? Order room service! Details like these are what sets The Hoxton apart.
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La Maison Favart
Location: 2nd arrondissement, 1.9 km from the city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, sauna, fitness room, and pool, buffet breakfast
Complete with free fitness and wellness areas and classically Parisian inspired decorating, La Maison Favart has everything you need to be just as comfortable here as you would be at home. Every room has an MP3 player and a Nespresso coffee machine, although tea and coffee are available at the bar. There are five metro stops within a half kilometer of La Maison Favart.
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Villa Beaumarchais
Location: 3rd arrondissement, 1.2 km from the city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, on site breakfast and bar
To make your stay at the Villa Beaumarchais even more luxurious, stop by the gardens before enjoying the classic French décor in your room and throughout the hotel. The full American breakfast includes allergen friendly and organic options and is an easy, healthy way to start your day in Paris. There are six metro stops within one kilometer of the property and he Musé2 National Picasso-Paris is within walking distance.
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Hotel des Grands Boulevards
Location: 2nd arrondissement, 1.6 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, buffet breakfast, on site restaurant
Your room at the Hotel des Grands Boulevards is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine with organic coffee, a radio, a telephone, and a dimmer switch for relaxing, ambient lighting. The hotel is a twenty minute walk from the Louvre and less than one kilometer away from five metro stops, if you’d rather ride than walk. The on site restaurant offers a delicious Italian menu that includes vegetarian options.
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Brach Paris
Location: 16th arrondissement, 5.6 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, breakfast and restaurant on site, fitness facilities
Brach Paris claims to offer the celebrity treatment, and we absolutely agree. The Brach offers easy access to the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, but is also located within one kilometer of five metro stops. The restaurant serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes around the clock and the on-site pastry shop serves classic French desserts and cocktails.
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Le Pigalle Hotel
Location: 9th arrondissement, 3 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, 24-hour front desk service
The Sacré-Coeur is only 801 meters from Le Pigalle Hotel, so make sure to make a visit to see one of the best (free!) views of Paris. There are four metro stops within one kilometer of the hotel, but possibly the most interesting aspect of this stay is the eccentric, themed decorating inspired by the surrounding neighborhood. Each room is decorated with specific, individual souvenirs, secondhand furniture, and trinkets to make your stay even more special and specific to you.
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Grand Pigalle Hotel
Location: 9th arrondissement, 2.9 k from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, elevator service, on-site restaurant
The Grand Pigalle Hotel offers a more classic stay in the Pigalle neighborhood. The facilities are warm and inviting and the meals are highly rated by visitors. The hotel is also within one kilometer from four metro stops, for an ideal location in a fun, exciting corner of the city with easy access to all other neighborhoods.
Masion Bréguet
Location: 11th arrondissement, 1.5km from city center
Features to note: air-conditioning, free WiFi, on-site breakfast available, gardens
Located only 500 meters from the Place de la Bastille, the Masion Bréguet situates you in a historic corner of Paris with all the modern necessities. Rooms include free toiletries and slippers and come equipped with flat-screen TVs. Continental breakfast is served hot every morning and the in-house restaurant specializes in French cuisine.
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Hotel and Spa La Belle Juliette
Location: 6th arrondissement, 2.4km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, on site breakfast, pool
The Hotel and Spa La Belle Juliette offers luxuries in and outside your room. Each room is equipped with satellite TVs and an iMac with internet access. The spa offers beauty treatments, massages, and traditional Chinese treatments. Feel free to also relax in the pool or grab a drink at the bar.
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Hotel OFF Paris Seine
Location: 13th arrondissement, 1.9 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, buffet breakfast and brunch
With views of both the right and left banks, the Hotel OFF Paris Seine literally floats on the Seine. The bar and breakfast areas offer panoramic views of the river. Make sure to check out the Sunday brunch, where they serve classic French pastries and cheeses alongside fresh juices and egg dishes. Order wine, tapas, and French cuisine from the bar and restaurant and relax at one of their three parties throughout the week.
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Mama Shelter Paris East
Location: 20th arrondissement, 3.8 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, restaurant, buffet breakfast, amusement area
The Mam Shelter Paris East offers seating to relax inside and outside, including a traditional French restaurant, pizzeria, bar, and breakfast buffet. The amusement area offers a space to make memories even after you’ve finished your day in Paris. There are seven metro stops within one kilometer from the hotel and is a short metro ride away from all your bucket list stops.
Hotel Monge
Location: 5th arrondissement, 1.3 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, wellness center, bar and tea room
Located in the historic Latin District, the Hotel Monge is in a great neighborhood to experience the culture of Paris without sacrificing on distance to and from your favorite iconic Parisian stops. Step outside and see the Arènes de Lutèce, the ruins from a Roman arena, and walk half a kilometer to the Panthéon. There are four metro stops within one kilometer of the hotel to venture outside of the neighborhood.
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Moxy Paris Bastille
Location: 11th arrondissement, 1.4 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, outdoor terraces and garden, bar
During your stay at the Moxy Paris Bastille, explore the terraces, garden, library, and coffee house on the property. In your room, though, you’ll find USB charging ports, handy for international travelers, and a smart TV with a full HD and high-quality sound system. The Moxy Paris Bastille is less than one kilometer away from six metro stops.
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citizen Paris Champs-Élysées
Location: 8th arrondissement, 3.7 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, restaurant, bar, buffet breakfast, terrace
The citizen Paris Champs-Élysées is in an iconic location. The outdoor patio has a view of the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe is only 800 meters away. The hotel is also a short distance from Tuileries Garden, Orsay Museum, and Rodin museum, and has three metro stops within one kilometer.
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Hôtel Fabric
Location: 11th arrondissement, 1.7 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, breakfast buffet
Hôtel Fabric used to be a textile factory, but has since been converted to a modern hotel with contemporary décor. The hotel has a playful atmosphere and offers free access the fitness room. For an extra charge, you can also get a massage or enjoy the steam room. There are six metro stops within one kilometer from this location.
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Hotel Sookie
Location: 3rd arrondissement, 1.1 km from city cener
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, 24 hour front desk service, bar
The Hotel Sookie has a bright, modern flair in an ideal location. The hotel is an 11 minute walk of the Pompidou Center, which houses one of the best collections of modern art in the world and is within one kilometer of seven metro stops. The Musée National Picasso-Paris is also a short 300 meters away. All rooms at the Hotel Sookie are equipped with an electric tea pot, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom.
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Shangri-La Paris
Location: 16th arrondissement, 4.3 km from the city center
Features to note: Air conditioning, free WiFi, two restaurants, bar, fitness spaces
If you’re looking for luxury, this is your place to be. Shangri-La Paris features and mixes both French and Asian aesthetics in its décor, restaurant menus, and hospitality. Several of the rooms offer views of the Eiffel Tower and Seine, and all rooms have marble bathrooms with heated flooring, bath and shower, and custom furniture throughout. The two restaurants are overseen by Michelin starred Chef Christophe Moret and feature French and Chinese dining. All of this and more, less than a kilometer from the Modern Art Museum, Place du Trocadéro, Eiffel Tower, and four subway stops.
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Hotel Les Bains Paris
Location: 3rd arrondissement, .8 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, breakfast, restaurant, 24 hour reception
The Hotel Les Bains Paris is only 400 m from the Popidou center and a five minute walk from the Marais district. The hotel’s beds were highly-rated for comfort and luggage storage is provided. There are five metro stops within a half kilometer from the hotel, so you will have ease of access to your city throughout your stay.
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Sonder l Atala, Champs-Élyseés
Location: 8th arrondissement, 4 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, fitness center
Songer l Atala, Champs-Élyeés is in the heart of Paris: 100 m from the Avenue de Champe-Elysées, 500 m from the Arc de Triomphe, and 600 m from Boulevard Haussmann. Some rooms even have views of the Sacré-Coeur and the Eiffel Tower. Location is the really attraction of this hotel, but the interesting architecture and friendly service are also important to mention.
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Saint James Paris
Location: 16th arrondissement, 5.5 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, private garden, fitness room and spa
The Saint James Paris is stunning, inside and out, with its classic Parisian architecture and careful decorating. Breakfast can be enjoyed in your room and the gourmet restaurant serves delicious meals, served outside on he terrace in good weather. Guests have free access to the fitness room and massages are available.
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Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris
Location: 8th arrondissement, 3.9 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFI, private terraces, three restaurants
The three restaurants at the Four Seasons Hotel George V Paris have a combined five Michelin stars and serve French and Mediterranean cuisine popular among locals. The spa includes a swimming pool, vitality pool, hydro-massage, fitness room, and hair salon. The rooms themselves are fitted with a smart TV, library, and espresso machine. Many have private terraces. There are two subway stops within one kilometer of the property.
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Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
Location: 8th arrondissement, 4.3 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WIFi, breakfast available, two restaurants, spa
The Hôtel Le Royal Monceau Raffles Paris is a five star hotel with everything from a modern Japanese restaurant to a 99-seat cinema. Rooms include a living area, flat screen TV, shower or bathtub, bathrobe, and toiletries. Breakfast meals can be made gluten free or vegetarian and there are Japanese and Italian restaurants on site, both serving classic French pastry for dessert.
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Hotel The Peninsula Paris
Location: 16th arrondissement, 4.5 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, rooftop restaurant, free long distance calls
Each room at Hotel The Peninsula Paris has expansive dressing and luggage space, which can be difficult to find in a city like Paris. The restaurant terrace is also one of the largest in Paris. The two restaurants serve French and Chinese cuisine. The Seine is a short 300 meters from the property and there are four metro stations within half a kilometer.
Le Meurice – Dorchester Collection
Location: 1st arrondissement, 2 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, restaurants, bar, fitness center
Le Meurice is located in the oldest neighborhood in Paris and in one of the best locations. Notre Dame, Musée de l’Orangerie, the Louvre, and Ministry of Justice are all less than a kilometer from the hotel and the Tuileries Metro Station is 200 meters away. Each room is decorated in the bright, dramatic style of 18th century French royalty and the 2-star Michelin restaurant serves gourmet French cuisine.
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Hôtel National Des Arts et Métiers
Location: 3rd arrondissement, 1 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, restaurant and bar, buffet breakfast, fitness room
Guests at the Hôtel National De Arts et Métiers have two options for dinner: the Italian restaurant that serves indoor and on the terrace, or the rooftop bar that offers a full-circle view of the Parisian skyline. Other than delicious food with breathtaking views, the hotel also offers fitness rooms with group fitness classes. Take your pick of any of the five metro stops within half a kilometer from the property.
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Le Bristol Paris – an Oetker Collection Hotel
Location: 8th arrondissement, 3.2 km from city center
Features to note: Air conditioning, free WiFi, garden, rooftop pool, 2 Michelin star restaurants
The rooftop swimming pool at Le Bristol Paris offers a view of the Eiffel Tower. If that isn’t enough to win you over, the hotel has two Michelin star restaurants and elegant rooms decorated with Bourbon Dynasty style furniture. Rooms offer a view of the inner courtyard or of the nearby street. There are four metro stops within half a kilometer of the hotel.
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Le Pavillion de la Reine and Spa
Location: 3rd arrondissement, 1.1 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, free parking, elevator, buffet or in-room breakfast
The façade of Le Pavillion de la Reine and Spa is stunning, but the rooms and common areas are just as special. Each room has a flat-screen TV with cable and all are serviced by an elevator. The fitness center features a hot tub and spa. There are five metro stops within half a kilometer of the hotel.
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Hôtel Plaza Athénée
Location: 8th arrondissement, 3.6 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, garden, spa, 5 restaurants, seasonal ice skating
At the end of a long day in Paris, chose from five available pillow types and 200 on-demand movies on you plasma TV and settle in for the night. Or, if you have a little time, visit the spa or one of five restaurants, which serve everything from American breakfasts to French cuisine. Some rooms have views of the Eiffel Tower, but it is also a 15 minute walk away or available through the two metro stops within a half kilometer of the hotel.
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Sinner Paris
Location: 3rd arrondissement, .9 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, restaurant, continental breakfast
The Sinner Paris features stained glass, intimate lighting, a Greek and Roman inspired spa, and a restaurant serving a fusion of North African and South American cuisine. All in all, the décor and atmosphere creates an intimate, relaxing experience. Breakfasts can be gluten-free or vegetarian. There are four metro stops within half a kilometer of the hotel and the Pompidou Center and Musée National Picasso-Paris are 500 meters from the property.
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Cheval Blanc Paris and Dior Spa Cheval Blanc Paris
Location: 1st arrondissement, .7 km from city center
Features to note: air conditioning, free WiFi, indoor poor and fitness center, four restaurants
Located in the first arrondissement, the Cheval Blanc Paris and Dior Spa Cheval Blanc Paris are in the oldest part of the city, meaning that it in a prime location to access the oldest and most popular attractions in Paris. Pont Neuf, the Louvre, and Notre Dame are all under 1 kilometer away. The museum itself is bright, airy, and full of amenities like the spa, fitness center, pool, and four restaurants. Rooms are fitted with a kettle, bathrobes, slippers, and an iPad.
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