Ahhh Paree! The City of Love, City of Light and the city that will capture your heart. It's the place for gorging on pastries, taking walks along the River Seine and watching the sparkling Eiffel Tower at night – Paris is a true delight. And to help you on your way to an oh-so-chic city break, we've rounded up the very best hotels in Paris to book now.
Just a short hop away on the Eurostar, the French capital is not only one of the best European city breaks but a place you'll want to return to time again. If you're planning ahead for the Paris Olympics in summer 2024, we've got some excellent Parisian hotels to make your base.
A romantic city, like Venice, Dubrovnik and Nice, Paris is one of the best holiday destinations for a Valentine's escape. Romance aside, it's perfect for a trip away with the girls or a mother-daughter holiday, too.
For a real taste of 'je ne sais quoi', here are the best hotels in Paris. From a boutique hotel in Paris with antiques and a balcony, to five-star hotels in Paris's city centre, you'll adore our pick of the finest Parisian stays.
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La Fantaisie
A vision in light and florals, La Fantaisie is a luxury boutique hotel in the Faubourg-Montmartre neighbourhood. A short stroll from Pigalle and Palais Garnier, a glorious 19th-century opera house, La Fantaisie makes the perfect base for a weekend in Paris. After a day of exploring, relax over a co*cktail or two in the heavenly rooftop bar, before a long, luxurious dinner in the Golden Poppy restaurant, which is headed up by three Michelin-starred chef, Dominique Crenn.
The 63 rooms and 10 suites are each decorated in soft, sunny shades; think peaches, avocado and mustards, and even more floral decal. Some suites have private terraces overlooking the gardens. Of course, another way to escape from the bustle of the French capital is in the hotel's secret subterranean spa.
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Le Meurice
With Monet’s water lilies in the Orangerie and the Mona Lisa standing proud in the Louvre, both just a 10-minute stroll away, Le Meurice is the perfect choice for art lovers. Like the city itself, Le Meurice has been shaped by the artists who have called it home – take the Dalí restaurant, for example, with artistic soft furnishings, mirrors and quotes painstakingly painted on the walls above you, or the ornate ceiling and fresco wall panels of Restaurant Le Meurice Alain Ducasse.
Afternoon tea in the Dalí restaurant is not to be missed, with plump, decorative pastries expertly crafted by an award-winning pastry chef. They could almost be housed in the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, which you’ll find just a short stroll down the Rue de Rivoli with wonderful photography, textile and jewellery exhibitions on offer. This is a hotel for indulging your artistic side.
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Hôtel des Grands Voyageurs
Tucked away down an impossibly French street in the heart of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, Hôtel des Grands Voyageurs oozes the elegance of the 1930s and 40s. Well located, it's a short stroll from Musée Bourdelle and the Montparnasse Tower, while the Jardin du Luxembourg is a 10-minute walk away. The restaurant is inspired by 'the golden age of ocean travel' and serves a blend of classic French and American dishes with a big focus on good seafood.
There are 138 rooms and suites, all stylishly decorated with a distinctly mid-century modern vibe – and the generous Diptyque bath products are a real treat. Deluxe rooms and the junior suite also come with a complimentary minibar filled with delights from La Grande Epicerie.
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Cheval Blanc Paris
A Dior spa, Michelin-starred dining and a prime spot on the banks of the Seine, for the ultimate in Parisian luxury look no further than Cheval Blanc Paris, the latest luxury hotel from the LVMH stable. Located steps from the Louvre and a short wander from the Eiffel Tower, Tuileries Gardens and Saint-Germain-des-Prés, it offers a serene oasis in the heart of the city. The Dior Spa is a big draw, thanks to its 30-metre pool and leafy rooftop garden.
Each of the 72 rooms and suites is a design-lover's delight. Light, luxurious and incredibly generous in size, many have floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of the Seine, Notre-Dame or the Eiffel Tower. If you can, stay for lunch in Langosteria, the first overseas outpost of the legendary Milan seafood restaurant. It's a real treat.
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Maison Delano Paris
Steps from Hermes, Chanel and Comme des Garçons, Maison Delano Paris is a swish 18th-century mansion-turned-hotel in the heart of designer Paris. Pale creams and glittering chandeliers bring an air of serenity to the iconic Delano brand. A real highlight is dinner in La Chambre Bleue, the hotel's Michelin-starred French-Andalusian restaurant by chef Dani Garcia.
Elegant high ceilings and a refined, often ornate decor adorn all 56 rooms and suites in Maison Delano. Upgraded rooms feature restored painted ceilings and have views over the Parisian streets. Sneak in a nightcap at the Delano Bar, a warm, womb-like co*cktail lounge which serves classic tipples.
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Pullman Paris Montparnasse
If you’re in search of a Paris hotel with an Eiffel Tower view, Pullman Paris Montparnasse is an excellent choice, since it’s home to the highest open-air rooftop bar in the city. Unsurprisingly, with a vantage point this good, it gets busy on weekend evenings, so be sure to ascend to secure your spot early.
It’s not just the terrace where you can soak up the iconic landmark, though: Parisian panoramas await in lots of the guestrooms as well, and some are perfectly positioned for sunrise. The quiet, contemporary rooms have art deco lighting and unfussy decor.
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Chouchou Hotel
As well as having an impossibly French name (which means ‘little darling’), Chouchou Hotel, just off Boulevard Haussmann in the 9th arrondissem*nt, has suites dedicated to the country’s most celebrated singers, including Edith Piaf and Serge Gainsbourg. It could hardly get any more Gallic, but there are also bedrooms with sloping ceilings that could happily double as a garret, a restaurant named Le Marché that’s your own food market and striped awnings outside.
There’s a trio of private baths in the basem*nt, the perfect destination for soothing sore limbs after overdoing it a little on the sightseeing.
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Le Grand Quartier
In Paris’s 10th arrondissem*nt, Le Grand Quartier is set around a leafy courtyard garden, which serves a dual purpose: not only does it supply the kitchens, but it’s a serene space to unwind in after days out exploring the city.
There are studios and co-working spaces, along with a sociable rooftop terrace where you can enjoy a yoga class. Its location is especially convenient for Eurostar arrivals, since the station is just 15 minutes away on foot. It’s also close to the Saint-Martin canal.
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Bvlgari Hotel Paris
Bagging the fanciest address in Paris, the Bvlgari Hotel Paris on Avenue George V offers the timeless glamour one would expect from the luxury Italian brand. Moments from the Arc de Triomphe, the Right Bank and the luxury boutiques lining the Champs-Elysées, it makes a perfect Parisian bolthole if you're looking to splurge. After pounding the credit cards, why not steam away the afternoon in the subterranean spa followed by dinner in the super-swish restaurant by three-Michelin-starred chef, Niko Romito?
Choose one of 76 rooms and suites, many of which overlook Avenue George V. The decor, of course, is reassuringly stylish and laced with Lalique glass, Italian marble and cashmere. For those looking to make their Parisian break a trip to remember, perhaps consider one the penthouse suites which has direct views of the Eiffel Tower.
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Maison Souquet
The illustrious Maison Souquet was once a Belle Époque pleasure house – and it shows. With red velvet curtains, sculpted wood-panel bookshelves and glinting chandeliers, it’s a real treat playing a spot of backgammon among elaborate gilded wallpapers and renaissance paintings. As one of the best hotels in Paris, Maison Souquet sits at the foot of Montmartre near the iconic Moulin Rouge.
This old-timey location harks back to the cabarets of the literary boom era – and you’ll feel this history throughout the hotel. Whether you’re resting in one of the individually designed silk-lined rooms, savouring craft co*cktails in the dark wood bar or pampering in the darkly indulgent indigo-walled spa, five-star luxury awaits around every exotic corner.
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Hotel Lutetia
Soak up the city’s artistic history in Hotel Lutetia’s smart, colourful bars, classic library and elegant hallways. The grand building, which has housed the hotel since 1910, reflects the period shift from art nouveau to art deco. It's a landmark of luxury and offers treatments from leading therapists in the marble-pillared spa.
It’s no surprise then that hotel has welcomed its fair share of influential residents over the years. James Joyce wrote Ulysses at the hotel in the company of Ernest Hemingway, and Samuel Beckett, Saint-Exupéry, Picasso and Matisse took up residence soon after.
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The Peninsula Paris
Exquisitely Parisian, this five-star hotel is where the staff wear impeccably kept uniforms and ensure the place shines, like its view of Paris's glittering skyline, which you can enjoy from the private rooftop gardens.
Thanks to The Peninsula Paris's fabulous location, some of the world’s most famous monuments can be reached on foot or, courtesy of the hotel, with a ride along the iconic boulevards in a Peninsula Edition car from Mini Copper or BMW. This is Parisian style at its finest.
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Hotel Jeanne D’Arc
Located on the quiet sandstone Rue de Jarente, just along from the Place de Vosges, the Rue de Rivoli and the Seine; Hotel Jeanne D’Arc finds itself in one of Paris’s trendiest districts, the Marais. Delis, cafés, galleries, Renaissance-era hotels and Parisian history museums line the leafy streets, which also now boast hip boutiques and craft co*cktail bars, perfect for a fun mini-break.
Despite the classic location, Jeanne D’Arc, named after France’s ultimate heroine, comes with all the modern amenities you could need during your stay in the city: a kettle in your room, all-hours honesty bar, continental breakfast in the conservatory and a 24/7 multilingual reception desk. It’s favoured for its simplicity and value.
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Hotel du Petit Moulin
Behind the gorgeous heritage storefront of one of the oldest bakeries in Paris lies a mysterious boutique hotel. Hotel du Petit Moulin contains winding corridors, a balustrade staircase and a collage of boldly patterned wallpapers.
Set within two ancient 17th-century buildings, the hotel's 16 unique rooms and one suite offer boldly clashing prints and bright, shining 1960s furniture. This playful, theatrical style has been expertly created by fashion designer Christian Lacroix, mixing lush fabrics and vintage wallpapers in a modestly priced bolthole.
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Four Seasons Hotel George V
If you’re in Paris to treat yourself, the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel George V in the heart of the city's ‘Golden Triangle’ is the ultimate choice. With views of the Eiffel Tower from its oversized suites, designer shops on its doorstep and landmarks like the Champs-Élysees just a five-minute walk away, you can’t go wrong.
The Art Deco hotel has three restaurants – with no fewer than five Michelin stars among them! Plus, there’s a decadent spa where you can rest your feet after a day’s sightseeing and a courtyard where you can enjoy a crisp glass of wine in the evenings. Does it get any better than this?
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Hotel de L'Esperance
Hotel de L’Esperance sits in Paris’s Latin Quarter: home to the Sorbonne, the Pantheon, famous cafés and numerous arthouse cinemas. With so much on your doorstep – including bakeries galore – you might not spend much time at the hotel. But the time you do spend will be in a warm and elegant environment.
This modernist boutique hotel is styled around the best of the 70s, with soft colours, floral motifs and antique furniture preserving the Parisian charm. There’s even a typical Parisian lift to take you to your room. The devil is in the details, with record players, lava lamps and framed prints decorating the rooms and the cosy lounge. A must-do? Taking coffee on the Patio de l'Espérance before a day exploring this wonderful district.
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Hotel Molitor Paris - MGallery
Abundant in parks and lakes, you'll find yourself rubbing shoulders with Parisian high society in the swanky 16th arrondissem*nt. An absolute must-see here is the Louis Vuitton Foundation. There's also contemporary art to be marvelled at in the Palais de Tokyo, and plenty of trendy bars and restaurants in Hilly Passy. But there's one spot that's universally adored by all.
The iconic Molitor Art-Deco lido was the most famous in Paris for 60 years, until its closure in 1989. In the period following, the abandoned site was used for music concerts, theatre performances, public parties and as a tabla rasa for graffiti artists to hone their skills. So when the pool was renovated and the hotel extension built in 2014, the site's diverse history was embraced in the new design and ethos, with street artwork displayed in 'cabins of curiosity' and a new public rooftop area and a spa offering year-round cultural events.
Hotel Molitor Paris - MGallery is today something of an urban resort, with its all-season heated swimming pool, a hammam and sauna in the Clarins Spa and modern, seasonal cuisine served up in the Brasserie Molitor. It's hugely popular with locals, who come for a swim or an evening co*cktail and light bites on the ritzy rooftop terrace overlooking the emblematic pools. If you want to relax á la Parisienne, this is the place to come.
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Hotel de Crillon
Hôtel de Crillon is a celebration of the spirit of Paris, immaculately located just off Place de la Concorde with the Louvre, the Orangerie, the Orsay and the Centre Pompidou right on your doorstep. You’re also close to the vast and glittering Opera building, with its frescoes, gilding, marble and candelabras. You can walk everywhere from this charming hotel, down classic esplanades and elegant parks, lined with gorgeous Renaissance buildings.
In fact, you’re nothing short of being inside one. The hotel is housed in a historic landmark, a palace overlooking Place de la Concorde commissioned by Louis XV in the 18th century. You’ll feel every bit the Queen of Versailles here, with drinks served in the Ambassadors’ Bar and delicate French pastry creations served in the Winter Garden. Plus, after a day of sightseeing, you can head down to the cozy relaxation area with its pool, steam room and infrared sauna and rest by the grand Himalayan salt wall.
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Moxy Paris Bastille
Part of the affordable-yet-stylish Moxy group, which has outposts everywhere from London to the Lower East Side, Moxy Paris Bastille is near the French capital’s Place de la Bastille. The brand’s signature playful aesthetic is best exemplified by the frequent flamingo motifs.
The lively lobby and co-working space leads out to a terrace. For the best vantage point, book a room on the sixth or seventh floor, some of which have a furnished terrace where you can sit and admire the city’s rooftops.
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Hotel Paradiso
Calling all cinephiles: this is the hotel in Paris for you. It has a screening room, but that’s not the only place you’ll be able to enjoy some Hollywood action – the rooftop has an open-air cinema and there are suites with huge screens, too. And Hotel Paradiso’s jazz hands don’t stop at films: it also has a karaoke room for up to 10 people to sing their favourite soundtracks at the top of their lungs. Some of the rooms even overlook a Charlie Chaplin mural on a neighbouring wall.
For the ultimate movie-mad experience, check in to one of the two Cinema Suites, each of which has a private projection room that airs the same film that’s being shown at the cinema. They also have a terrace with a view out across the Parisian rooftops for yet more cinematography.
